The Council has approved a third payment of around €3.5 billion in non-repayable grants and loans under the #Ukraine Facility. The aim is to support Ukraine's macro-financial stability and its recovery, reconstruction and modernisation. More ⬇️ #FAC #StandWithUkraine

Yesterday, Ekrem İmamoğlu’s Univ. degree was revoked. Today he was detained & it seems dozens of his aides were too. Reports of road blocks & metro station closure in #Istanbul. Major degradation of #Turkey’s #RuleOfLaw. António Costa Ursula von der Leyen Kaja Kallas Roberta Metsola

Europe can no longer afford to be a bystander in its own security. Today, we take decisive steps to ensure our defence is in our hands. We are unveiling the ReARM Europe Plan / Readiness 2030 and the White Paper on the Future of European Defence / Readiness 2030 ↓

Today, HRVP Kaja Kallas & Commissioner Andrius Kubilius presented the White Paper on the future of European Defence, together with the European Commission - ReArm Europe plan – Readiness 2030. To reach a strong 🇪🇺 Defence posture by 2030, the White Paper provides a blueprint for action⤵️

Serbia’s government, led by Prime Minister Miloš Vučević, resigned today, with President Aleksandar Vučić saying he may call fresh elections in early June. politico.eu/article/serbia…

In a demonstration of our steadfast support to Ukraine, we 🇪🇺 have disbursed an additional €1 billion under the G7 loan. With this payment, we are contributing to 🇺🇦's economic stability & reconstruction efforts. We will continue to #StandWithUkraine for as long as it takes.

450 million EU citizens should not have to depend on 340 million Americans to defend ourselves against 140 million Russians who can’t defeat 38 million Ukrainians. It’s time for us to take responsibility for the defence of Europe.

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Media freedom and pluralism are cornerstones of democracies—and prerequisites for EU membership. On this #WorldPressFreedomDay, we 🇪🇺 reaffirm our commitment to ensuring journalists' safety & independence across the EU and in our enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood regions. 📰

Europe Day is around the corner! 📅 On 10 May, the 🇪🇺 institutions will be opened to the public. Come discover our work, enjoy engaging activities, and celebrate with us the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration. We'd love to see you there! 🙌 More info ↓

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Tomorrow, Commissioner Marta Kos starts her 4-day visit to Moldova, where she will: 🥳 Join the Europe Day celebrations 🤝 Visit the country’s regions to meet Moldovan citizens, civil society, and representatives 📝 Sign the 🇪🇺🇲🇩 Growth Plan Facility Agreement #EUEnlargement

Ukrainian defence industry is fast, modern and incredibly innovative. By bringing together EU and Ukrainian defence industries we are fusing the best we have for strengthening European defence. Keynote speech at the EU-Ukraine Defence Industry Forum ⬇️ ec.europa.eu/commission/pre…

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The EU has approved its 17th sanctions package against Russia, targeting nearly 200 shadow fleet ships. New measures also address hybrid threats and human rights. More sanctions on Russia are in the works. The longer Russia wages war, the tougher our response.

Europe steps up and takes greater responsibility for its defence. The EU Council agreed on a defence loan package via our Security for Action for Europe. SAFE will support EU countries' defence with up to €150 billion, enabling them to spend better, together, and European ↓

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🗓️ | Rethinking Integration to Accelerate EU Enlargement On November 6, join Stefan Lehne, Rosa Balfour, Iliriana Gjoni, & Gert Jan Koopman to discuss #EUEnlargement and the challenges, opportunities, & practicalities of a gradual integration approach. Register 👉carnegieendowment.org/events/2025/10…