EU Delegation to the Council of Europe

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: Statement by the High Representative/Vice President Kaja Kallas The Holocaust stands as the darkest chapter in human history. Today we honour the memory of the six million Jews, Roma and Sinti, and countless others who were systematically and senselessly murdered ...

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Today is International Women in Multilateralism Day! 🌍 Celebrating women like Vesna Kos, EU Ambassador to the Council of Europe, who are shaping diplomacy.
Watch her video 👇
#womeninmultilateralism #diplomacy #multilateralismmatters
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Today, the EU provided the first €10 million for a new Special Tribunal to prosecute Russian leaders for their role in Moscow’s war against Ukraine.

Russia’s leaders are responsible for this war, and they must be held accountable. There can be no impunity. (1/2)

In today’s CM, EU Amb. Vesna Kos, delivered a statement on the adoption of the Coe Strategy for Roma and Traveller Inclusion (2026–2030), welcoming its alignment with the EU Roma Strategic Framework for Equality, Inclusion and Participation 2020–2030.
🔗Full statement: https://tinyurl.com/45pxrb99

Join our team in March for a paid #traineeship at the EU Delegation to the Council of Europe in Strasbourg!
🗓️Deadline for applications: 25/01/2026
🔗Use this link: https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/funded-traineeships-young-graduates-eu-delegation-council-europe-strasbourg-multiple-sections_und_en

Ursula von der Leyen walking solo on a red carpet in a large hall. She is wearing a vibrant blue blazer. A long row of various national flags on silver poles lines the background behind her.

A side profile of Ursula von der Leyen smiling at a podium during a press event. She is wearing a bright blue blazer over a white blouse. In the blurred background, another official in a dark suit stands behind a microphone, with a blue European Union flag visible.

Ursula von der Leyen, in a blue blazer and black trousers, walks through a brightly lit hallway alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and other officials. The group appears to be in motion, engaged in conversation within a modern government building.

A high-angle, wide shot of a circular meeting room during a summit. Ursula von der Leyen is seated in the foreground, facing a large round table where numerous EU leaders, as well as Volodymyr Zelenskyy, are seated. The room features a modern, multi-level architectural design with glass viewing galleries.

We all share one goal: a just and lasting peace for Ukraine.

At this week’s European Council, EU leaders agreed to support Ukraine with €90 billion over 2026–2027 through EU borrowing on the capital markets.

A clear commitment to Ukraine and to the European project.

2025: Our Year in Action!
From rights debates to Ukraine solidarity, youth engagement & Pride—here’s a summary of our year:
🔹 Debated rights in Europe
🔹 Supported Ukraine’s justice journey
🔹 Engaged 450+ students
🔹 Marched with Pride
More: https://tinyurl.com/4ykpysyp

Russia will not escape the bill for the homes, schools, and hospitals it has destroyed.

Today in The Hague, we take a major step toward accountability by establishing a commission to address claims for Russian war damages.

The EU supports its work, including with an initial €1 million contribution

Check out our November newsletter which we have just released!
🔗 Access the full newsletter here: www.eeas.europa.eu/node/459125_en
💡 Stay connected with our latest initiatives and projects—visit our website, scroll down, & hit the SUBSCRIBE button.

In the final video of our #16DaysOfActivism campaign, Francesca Camilleri Vettiger, Malta’s Ambassador to the Council of Europe, highlights Malta’s steps to prevent and combat violence against women, including recognising femicide in its criminal code.
#EndVAW #NoExcuse #IstanbulConvention

Caitríona Doyle, Ireland’s Ambassador to the Council of Europe, highlights Ireland’s Zero Tolerance stance on domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence through its third national strategy.
The "Always Here" campaign reminds anyone suffering that support is always available.
#16DaysOfActivism

Aujourd’hui l’Ambassadrice d’Autriche auprès du @CoE, Aloisia Wörgetter, rappelle que son pays a été un précurseur dans le domaine de la protection contre la violence.
#16DaysOfActivism #EndVAW #IstanbulConvention

Today, Sweden’s Ambassador to the @coe, Niklas Kebbon, presents the Swedish National Centre for Knowledge on Men’s Violence Against Women—a government initiative dedicated to raising awareness about violence against women and honour-based violence.
#16DaysOfActivism #NoExcuse #EndViolence

𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻.
Today, Berta Mrak, Ambassador of Slovenia to the @coe.int, highlights Slovenia’s long-term strategy, safe houses, and 24/7 helpline for victims.
#EndVAW #16DaysOfActivism

EU Ambassador Vesna Kos participated in "Justice and Resilience of Ukraine" event today.
Organised jointly the Permanent Representation of Ukraine to the @Coe.int and the EU Project Pravo-Justice, it featured the screening of 'In Your Name: Justice in Wartime' and discussions on judicial resilience

Today in Strasbourg, EU Ambassador, Vesna Kos, signed the @coe.int Convention on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law on behalf of the EU.
This strengthens international cooperation to combat environmental offences and aligns with the EU Environmental Crime Directive

Dans cette vidéo, Delphine Delieux, Ambassadrice de Belgique au @Coe.int nous parle d’une loi entrée en vigueur, en 2023, pour renforcer en Belgique la lutte contre les violences basées sur le genre
🔗https://tinyurl.com/cpyuefzx
#EndVAW #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism

Finland has taken a groundbreaking step by prohibiting mediation in domestic violence cases. In this video, Sini Paukkunen-Mykkänen, Finnish Ambassador to the @Coe.int, explains how this legislative change strengthens the position of victims.
#EndVAW #16DaysOfActivism

Irena Moozova, Deputy Director of the Directorate-General for Justice and Consumers (DG JUST)

Today at the @CoE.int’s GR-EXT meeting, Irena Moozova, Deputy Director General DG JUST, presented the EU’s Democracy Shield and underlined the excellent cooperation between the EU and CoE on the democracy topic.
Learn more about the Democracy Shield: link.europa.eu/C7TDFT

🎥 Denmark guarantees survivors of domestic violence a safe space to rebuild their lives.
In this video, Michael Aastrup Jensen, Danish Ambassador to the @coe.int, explains how this aligns with the #IstanbulConvention:
#16DaysOfActivism #EndVAW #NoExcuse

Dans cette vidéo, Pap Ndiaye, Ambassadeur de France auprès du @Coe.int rappelle les actions menées par la France pour lutter contre les violences faites aux femmes et pour leurs droits.
#EndVAW #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism

Today, Olga Algayerová, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the @CoE, highlights the actions taken by Slovakia to combat violence against women and domestic violence.

These efforts strengthen victim protection and aim to prevent such violence.

#IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse

Today, Italy’s Ambassador to the Council of Europe , Roberto Martini, reaffirms Italy’s strong condemnation of gender-based violence in our #16DaysOfActivism campaign.

Watch his video to see how Italian institutions are working together to #EndVAW.

#IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse @Coe.int

EU Ambassador to the Council of Europe, Vesna Kos

On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, Ambassador Vesna Kos highlights how the EU’s accession to the #IstanbulConvention & the EU Directive on combating violence strengthen victim protection & aim to prevent gender-based violence.
#OrangeTheWorld,

In this video, Agnese Vilde, Ambassador of Latvia to the Council of Europe, pays tribute to the NGOs working to end violence against women and reminds us of the critical role they play in ensuring women and children can live free from violence.

#IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism

Today marks the beginning of #16DaysOfActivism against gender-based violence. Our Ambassador, Vesna Kos, highlights the actions taken by the EU to #EndVAW.

Over the coming days, other ambassadors will showcase their countries' actions.

#IstanbulConvention #NoExcuse

A huge thank you to Malta for an impactful presidency of the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers!

Now, we welcome Moldova as it takes the helm!

Let’s continue building a stronger, more united Europe together and advancing our shared values!

#OneEurope #HumanRights #Democracy @coe.int

📢 Découvrez la nouvelle version de notre fiche d'information : L'UE et le Conseil de l'Europe : un partenariat stratégique.
🔹 Priorités : Droits de l'homme, démocratie et État de droit
🔹 Focus : Soutien à l'Ukraine et l'adhésion de l'UE à la CEDH
🔗https://tinyurl.com/6fzjttp4
#OneEurope

We are pleased to share the updated fact sheet on the strategic partnership between the EU and the Council of Europe. This version highlights our joint efforts to:
✅ Promote human rights & democracy
✅ Strengthen the rule of law
✅ Ensure accountability for Ukraine
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4rsubrj7

🎉 🎉 À l'occasion du 75e anniversaire de la Convention européenne des droits de l'homme, découvrez notre brochure « Plus forts ensemble », explorant la Charte des droits fondamentaux de l'UE et la CEDH – deux piliers des droits de l'homme en Europe.
🔗 : https://tinyurl.com/6fzjttp4
#ECHR