EU-Russia: XI sanctions package

Brussels 23.06.2023 Within the comprehensive eleventh package of sanctions adopted earlier today, the Council decided to impose restrictive measures on an additional 71 individuals and 33 entities responsible for actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine.(Image: Moscow City) 11th package of sanctions on #Russia’s war of aggression against #Ukraine: @EUCouncil…

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EU calls Russia to withdraw

Brussels 17.06.2023 “This week, the Central Election Commission of Russia decided to hold “elections” in September in the territories of Ukraine that Russia temporarily militarily occupies, in yet another violation of international law” the European External Action service press-release reads. Russia: Moscow’s decision to hold sham elections in occupied parts of 🇺🇦 in September👉yet another…

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MEPs support NATO perspective for Ukraine

Strasbourg 16.06.2023 MEPs call on NATO allies to honour their commitment to Ukraine and offer a perspective for Kyiv to be invited to join the defence alliance. Parliament calls on NATO to invite #Ukraine to join the alliance MEPs call on NATO allies to honour their commitment to Ukraine and pave the way for Kyiv…

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VII Brussels conference on future of Syria

Brussels 15.06.2023 “…I draw hope from the continuing commitment of refugee-hosting countries in the region” said during opening speech the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell at the Ministerial session of the VII Brussels conference on the future of Syria and the region. "It is unacceptable that we tolerate the present plight of the Syrian people….

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20 countries willing to join BRICS

Strasbourg 15.06.2023 Nearly 20 countries are seeking to obtain BRICS membership and a group of willing continues to extend, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov told TASS news agency. Nearly 20 countries are seeking to get BRICS membership and their number continues to grow, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov told TASS:https://t.co/Pjzp84ZnVY pic.twitter.com/CK7hEr9krm — TASS…

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MEPs for human-centric AI

Strasbourg 15.06.2023 The rules aim to promote the uptake of human-centric and trustworthy AI and protect the health, safety, fundamental rights and democracy from its harmful effects. Making history by shaping our future. This is what today's groundbreaking vote on the world’s first ever #AI legislation is all about. It is about Europe taking the…

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Cyprus: “an open wound”

Strasbourg 14.06.2023 The Cyprus’ President Nikos Christodoulides presented to the Members of the European Parliament his vision for the future of Europe, focusing on geopolitical challenges. Cyprus' President Nikos Christodoulides presented to the European Parliament his vision for the future of Europe, focusing on geopolitically-driven challenges. — European Parliament (@Europarl_EN) June 14, 2023 As part…

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Silvio Berlusconi: eternity and legacy

Strasbourg 12.06.2023 A long list of expressions of condolence: all directed to the founder of Forza Italia, Silvio Berlusconi passed away at the age of 87. Silvio Berlusconi: il combattente che ha guidato il centro-destra e che è stato protagonista della politica in Italia e in Europa per generazioni. Padre, imprenditore, eurodeputato, Presidente del Consiglio,…

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Europol: Counterfeit operation €87M worth

Brussels 06.05.2023 Between March and December 2022, Europol coordinated the first EU-wide operation against the illegal trade in counterfeit apparel, footwear and accessories. Operation Fake Star, led by the Spanish National Police (Policía Nacional) and co-led by the Hellenic Police (Ελληνική Αστυνομία) with support from the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), involved 17 countries…

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Stoltenberg: sustain support for Ukraine

Brussels 01.05.2023 Today arriving at Oslo City Hall to chair a meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers on Thursday, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that Allies would discuss preparations for the Vilnius Summit, not least “how to step up and sustain our support for Ukraine”. Arriving at Oslo City Hall 🇳🇴 to chair a meeting of…

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