“The European Union condemns in the strongest possible terms the poisoning of the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny“,read the text of the Russia: Statement by the head of the EU diplomacy Josep Borrell on the poisoning of Alexei Navalny addressed to Russia. Russia: Statement by High Representative/Vice-President @JosepBorrellF on the poisoning of @navalny.https://t.co/jYqdrPBmj8 — European…
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EU supports OSCE mediation in Belarus crisis
The EU Foreign ministers have been addressing the situation in Belarus during their meeting in Gymnich informal format which took place in Berlin for two days August 27-28. «The European Union does not recognise the results of the election and considers the actions of the authorities unacceptable» said the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell at…
Germany warns of consequences of Navalny case
German Foreign minister Heiko Maas said there would be diplomatic consequences for Russia if Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny’s case proves to be state-initiated murder attempt. JUST IN: German FM @HeikoMaas says there will be diplomatic consequences for Russia if Kremlin critic Alexei @Navalny's case proves to be state-initiated murder attempt. Navalny is in stable condition…
MEPs demand Trump to pardon Snowden
«I am sending an open letter signed by 26 Members of the European Parliament from 4 political groups to @realDonaldTrump supporting a pardon to @Snowden. We must not persecute those who put public interest above their personal well-being and security» wrote vice-president of the European Parliament Marcel Kolaja on his Twitter micro blog. Une maison…
Borrell invites Ankara for broad dialogue
“Today’s announcement by Turkey of renewed drilling activities by the Yavuz vessel in a maritime zone which has been delineated by Cyprus and Egypt regrettably fuels further tensions and insecurity in the Eastern Mediterranean” reads the statement issued on Sunday August 16 by the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell on renewed drilling activities by Turkey…
EU for dialogue in East Mediterranean
On August 14 via a teleconference the EU Ministers of Foreign affaris discussed the situation in the Eastern Mediterranean, following a grave deterioration of the security situation in recent days. Read the main outcomes of today’s Foreign Affairs Council. Good discussions on Eastern Mediterranean & Belarus with concrete outcomes. Took stock of situations in Lebanon,…
Cambodia loses duty-free access to EU
As of today, 12 August, some of Cambodia’s typical export products such as garments, footwear and travel goods are subject to the European Union’s customs duties. The EU’s decision to partially withdraw Cambodia’s duty-free quota-free access to the EU market is now effective. The preferential treatment enjoyed by Cambodia under “Everything But Arms” (EBA) –…
Beirut: Michel calls for independent enquiry
Charles Michel, President of the European Council, travelled to Beirut on 8 August 2020 to convey EU solidarity with the people in Lebanon after the devastating explosions on 4 August. #Lebanon can count on solidarity from the EU. Not just in words but also in concrete action for the Lebanese people. pic.twitter.com/gInt9lefvX — Charles Michel…
Michel solidarity visit to Beirut
EU Council President Charles Michel has announced his solidarity visit to Beirut. «Traveling to Beirut tomorrow to convey Europe’s solidarity with the people in Lebanon Shocked and saddened, we stand with all those affected and will provide help » he wrote in his Twitter micro blog. «Will meet with President Aoun, Speaker of Parliament Berri and…
Russia sends mobile hospital to Beirut
Russian Ministry of Emergency announced that five planes were immedialtey sent to Lebanon transporting mobile medical hospital for injured and specialists in search and rescue with equipment to work in the debris in the aftermath of explosion that occurred at Beirut Port on August 4. https://twitter.com/thearabsource/status/1290920999500881921?s=21 The Ministry’s press office told radio Sputnik: “Five planes…
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