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Did you know that 89% of Europeans say that EU Member States should be more united to face current global challenges?
Member States lead the effort to deter and defend. Together we make our defence industry stronger, and move Europe forward.

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EU leaders are gathering today, 12 February, in Alden Biesen, Belgium, to take part in an informal retreat to discuss how to strengthen the single market, reduce economic dependencies and boost EU competitiveness in a new geoeconomic context.

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Across Russia and temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories, war enters schools through cadet classes, “patriotic” education and drone programmes.

1.8M children are members of Yunarmiya.
200+ camps train kids from age 8.

EU defence ministers are meeting today, 11 February, in Brussels, for the Foreign Affairs Council (#FAC) to discuss EU military support for Ukraine, focusing in particular on cooperation in defence innovation.

Watch HR/VP Kaja Kallas doorstep ahead of today's meeting:

Female genital mutilation is a grave violation of human rights and a form of violence. There is no medical, cultural or ethical justification for it.

Read statement by HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social, EVP
@roxanaminzatu.bsky.social and Commissioner @hadjalahbib.bsky.social.

➡️ link.europa.eu/gHTNN

For more than 120 days in a row, Russia has been shelling Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, harder than ever before. Russia is failing to win on the battlefield, so it tries to weaponise winter.

Read more: link.europa.eu/QfvQRx

The Association Council between the EU and Morocco is holding its 15th meeting to discuss cooperation, review the EU-Morocco Association Agreement on its 30th anniversary and address regional and international developments.

Full remarks by the HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social: link.europa.eu/D9DD9P

Press remarks by the HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social following today's Foreign Affairs Council meeting.

Read the full remarks here: link.europa.eu/QfvQRx

Today, 29 January, the HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social is meeting with the foreign affairs ministers in Brussels to discuss Ukraine, the Middle East, human rights and the situation in the Great Lakes region.

Read her full doorstep here: link.europa.eu/Cb7Xhk

Europe can stand united against today’s challenges. Together we resist aggression, secure our neighbourhood and build global alliances. We counter falsehoods, protect our citizens and uphold peace.

Stronger together, safer tomorrow. Europe Forward.

Today, 28 January, the HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social participated in the EDA Annual Conference, where she is delivered the keynote address “To be ready for today and 2030, together for Europe’s defence,” sharing her vision on today’s defence and security challenges.

EU leaders are meeting today, 22 January, in Brussels for an informal European Council meeting. They will discuss recent developments in transatlantic relations and their implications for the EU and coordinate on the way forward.

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Today, 21 January, EU leaders presented the conclusions of the latest European Council meeting at the European Parliament.

Watch HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social closing remarks here: link.europa.eu/7v4yvr

Greenland belongs to its people.
No threat or tariffs will change that.

Our response must be to remain calm, hold our ground and act in unity.

Extract of my intervention in #EPlenary ↓

What is the true cost of sanctions for Russia? Plummeting oil and gas revenues, punishingly expensive borrowing, and the loss of key markets.

It is becoming increasingly difficult for the Kremlin to finance the war against Ukraine. Sanctions work. 

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A geopolitical agreement grounded in shared values: trust, diplomacy, cooperation, and open trade.

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Strong partnerships are at the core of a strong Europe. Working together ensures a better future for all.
Over the last year, the EU has advanced the cooperation with regional organisations, multilateral partners and civil society.

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The HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social is currently in Egypt, where she held a bilateral meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty.

Read HR/VP Kaja Kallas full remarks here: link.europa.eu/4CBqVJ

Tomorrow, 8 January, EU leaders will meet King Abdullah II in Amman, Jordan, for the first-ever EU–Jordan Summit.

Leaders will discuss the political and economic partnership, as well as key foreign policy issues and global challenges.

Read more: link.europa.eu/D63PQ3

Today HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social visited Paris for the Coalition of the Willing meeting to discuss robust security guarantees for Ukraine. These security guarantees are essential to ensure a solid and lasting peace in Ukraine.

Read more via the link: link.europa.eu/rCMd7h

My statement supported by 26 EU Member States on the aftermath of the U.S. intervention in Venezuela ↓

Under all circumstances, the principles of international law and the UN Charter must be respected. We call for restraint.

The safety of EU citizens in the country is our top priority. (2/2)

I have spoken with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and our Ambassador in Caracas. The EU is closely monitoring the situation in Venezuela.

The EU has repeatedly stated that Mr Maduro lacks legitimacy and has defended a peaceful transition. (1/2)

Sanctions are biting Russia's war economy. They drain reserves, cut trade and make it more difficult to finance the war of aggression against Ukraine. Rising VAT, accumulating debt and stagnating industries are all indicative of an unsustainable militarised economy.

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This week, the European Union sanctioned two individuals for their involvement in politically motivated trials. We will ensure that those responsible for human rights violations are held accountable.

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Europe’s future is shaped together with the neighbourhood.
A stable neighbourhood is essential for a strong and secure Europe, and this remains a key priority of HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social leadership.

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HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social marks her first year in office, leading EU efforts to make sure that Europe can defend its citizens and democracy.

This means strengthening security, deepening defence ties, and working for a rules-based international order.

Learn more: link.europa.eu/7CGHGV

EU leaders meet today, 18 December, in Brussels for #EUCO. They will hold strategic debates on Ukraine, the next multiannual financial framework, enlargement and the geo-economic situation in the EU.

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EU leaders will meet with Western Balkans leaders tomorrow, 17 December, for the EU–Western Balkans Summit.

The Summit will reaffirm the strength of the EU–Western Balkans strategic partnership and highlight the benefits it delivers for citizens.

Read the full agenda: link.europa.eu/kgtWHk

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