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RSSSpeech by President von der Leyen at the European Parliament Plenary on the need for unwavering EU support for Ukraine, after two years of Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine
President Metsola, Honourable Members, In any fight, it is always the side fighting for something that has a higher power on its side. It is the one who believes in what they are fighting for that will sacrifice and do what it takes to prevail.
Speech by President von der Leyen at the European Parliament Plenary on the conclusions of the European Council meetings
Much of the attention around the special European Council has focused indeed on our EUR 50 billion Ukraine Facility – and rightly so. We are providing Ukraine not only with the funding to keep the economy running, but also with the strong predictability for the next four years.
Commission welcomes political agreement on the up to €50 billion Ukraine Facility
The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council on a Regulation to set up a Ukraine Facility, proposed by the Commission in June 2023. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, said...
Statement by High Representative/Vice-President Borrell, Commissioner Lenarčič and Commissioner Várhelyi on the 1st anniversary of the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
On the one-year anniversary of the devastating earthquakes that struck southern Türkiye and northern Syria, killing thousands of people and affecting the livelihoods of millions, the EU continues to stand in solidarity with the affected people in both countries and reaffirms its commitment ...
EU and IFC to unlock over €500 million in private sector investments for reconstruction in Ukraine
The European Commission and IFC have just signed a guarantee agreement to support investments that will help drive an inclusive and sustainable reconstruction in Ukraine. Through the agreement the European Union will provide up to €90 million in financial guarantees to support investments in Ukraine
EU Leaders agree on €50 billion of reliable financial support for Ukraine until 2027
At yesterday's special meeting of the European Council, EU Leaders reached a breakthrough and agreed on the Commission's proposal to provide Ukraine with regular and predictable financial support between now and 2027.
EU, IOM Senior Officials in Brussels for Tenth Strategic Cooperation Meeting on Migration and Displacement
Brussels – Senior Officials from the European Union (EU) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) met in Brussels today (2/02) for the tenth annual meeting under the EU-IOM strategic cooperation framework to discuss continuing cooperation on pressing EU and global migration...
EU provides €26 million in humanitarian aid to support refugees and people affected by the earthquakes in Türkiye
Today, the Commission is announcing €26 million in humanitarian aid to support vulnerable refugees and their host communities in Türkiye.
Over 140 000 tonnes of life-saving and critical supplies sent to Ukraine via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism
Today, the Commission reached a new milestone as the amount of in-kind assistance delivered to Ukraine now stands at over 140,000 tonnes, making this the largest ever operation supported by the EU’s Emergency Response Coordination Centre.
Opening remarks by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with President Michel following the special meeting of the European Council of 1 February 2024
Today is a very special day. The European Council re-confirmed Europe's unwavering commitment to stand with Ukraine. We all know that Ukraine is fighting for us. So we will support them with the necessary funding and provide them with the much-needed predictability they deserve.
First time ever revision of the EU long-term budget will help address the EU's main challenges
The European Commission welcomes the historic agreement of the European Council to for the first ever revision of the Multiannual Financial Framework's ceilings. The Council's agreement confirms all priorities of the Commission's proposal and covers 80% of the requested financing.
EU reaffirms trade support for Ukraine and Moldova
The Commission has today proposed to renew the suspension of import duties and quotas on Ukrainian exports to the EU for another year, while reinforcing protection for sensitive EU agricultural products.
Remarks by Commissioner Várhelyi at the press conference after the IGC with Montenegro
Thank you, you very much, Minister Lahbib. Well, what you see today is that the enlargement of the European Union is not just a philosophical project. It is very much a real one; a real one, because if there is progress on the side of a candidate country, there is clear commitment and progress on...
European Commission Statement on UNRWA
The European Union is one of the largest donors of humanitarian and development aid to Palestinians in Gaza. Humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank will continue unabated through partner organisations.
“« Never again » is now”, President von der Leyen says ahead of International Day of Holocaust Remembrance
27 January marks the International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 79th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Statement by the Commission and High Representative/Vice-President Borrell on allegations of UNRWA staff involvement in the 7th October attacks
We are extremely concerned by allegations of UNRWA staff involvement in the 7th October terrorist attacks in Israel.
Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with Dutch Prime Minister Rutte, Croatian Prime Minister Plenković and Chairwoman of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina Krišto
Thank you, Madam Chair, dear Borjana,
Thank you very much for having me in Sarajevo so soon again. It is a pleasure to be here. This time, I am here with Team Europe, with the Prime Minister of Croatia and the Prime Minister of The Netherlands.
Statement by the European Commission and the High Representative on International Day of Education
Ahead of the International Day of Education on 24 January, the European Commission and the High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell made the following statement: “Education and lifelong learning are essential to achieve a just and sustainable development, and tackle inequalities...
President von der Leyen in Sarajevo to encourage progress on the accession process of Bosnia and Herzegovina
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will be in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on Tuesday, together with Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte and Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenković. This will be the occasion to meet with the authorities and encourage
EU grants access to funding for Montenegro under the EU4Health programme
Today, Commission and the Government of the Republic of Montenegro will sign an agreement associating Montenegro to the EU4Health programme, which will enable the country's health system to better respond to immediate needs and contribute to long-term recovery.