EU Approves First Stage of Accession Talks With Ukraine and Moldova
All EU member states have approved the launch of the first stage of accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova. – The decision marks a significant step forward in both countries’…
EU leaders cautiously welcome Trump’s Iran ceasefire deal, urging swift follow-through
European leaders on Monday guardedly celebrated U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Tehran and Washington. – European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, European Council President…
EU to Begin Accession Talks with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday
The European Union will begin accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday, following an agreement among member states on a common position regarding the first negotiating cluster in the…
Ireland and EU Leaders Discuss Reform Path for Membership Aspirants
Ireland’s own EU story shows what Europe can do for peace when it brings countries closer together. Great meeting with Taoiseach Micheal Martin in Dublin. At a time when EU…
Brunner Defends Afghan Talks as Necessary for European Interests
Magnus Brunner, the EU’s commissioner for migration, told journalists on Thursday that Europe has no option but to engage in talks with the “Taliban government” regarding the return of failed…
EU and Norway Coordinate on Ukraine and Regional Stability
Norway is one of the EU’s closest partners and friends, and it’s always a pleasure to welcome Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre to Brussels. We discussed EU-Norway relations and current…
Kishida: Security of Europe and the Indo-Pacific Is Increasingly Interconnected
I delivered a speech at the meeting of ambassadors from EU member states and exchanged views with the ambassadors on the recent international situation. As a broad framework for considering…
EU, WHO and Africa CDC Unite to Combat Ebola Outbreak
Together with WHO & AFRICA CDC, we are united in fighting the Ebola outbreak & strengthening resilience to future health threats. Speed & coordination are our best tools. Together with…
EU sanctions IRGC unit, Iranian individuals over Hormuz traffic curbs
The European Union says it has imposed sanctions on unit of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and two Iranian individuals for threatening the freedom of maritime traffic in the…
Armenia polls open in test of prime minister’s pivot away from Russia
Armenians began voting Sunday in a parliamentary election set to test Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s tilt to the West, as the country faces threats and allegations of interference from former…