Armenia’s defiant drag scene braves pushback Armenia sits at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East. While in much of the European Union, the drag scene is mainstream, in Armenia it remains underground. #Armenias #defiant #drag #scene #braves

EU sanctions individuals behind Alexei Navalny poisoning – POLITICO The Council of the European Union on Friday announced sanctions targeting six scientists and researchers suspected of being involved in the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. “The EU remains fully committed to countering the proliferation and use of chemical weapons,” read the Council statement. The sanctions include an asset freeze and a travel ban to the EU. ... #sanctions #individuals #behind #Alexei #Navalny

Press release - Press conference on updated air passenger rights on Tuesday at 14.00 After the final vote in the European Parliament on Tuesday, key EP negotiators Andrey Novakov and Virginijus Sinkevičius will brief journalists on the EU air passenger rights rules review.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Press #conference #updated

Press release - Press conference on updated air passenger rights on Tuesday at 14.00 After the final vote in the European Parliament on Tuesday, key EP negotiators Andrey Novakov and Virginijus Sinkevičius will brief journalists on the EU air passenger rights rules review.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Press #conference #updated

Agenda - The Week Ahead 06 – 12 July 2026 Plenary session, Strasbourg Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Agenda #The #Week #Ahead #July

'If Ukraine falls, this will be the end of the European Union and the end of Europe's future' Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr. Volodymyr Yermolenko, Ukrainian philosopher, journalist, author and President of PEN Ukraine. #Ukraine #falls #this #will #the

Connectivity, transport, energy, and digital projects: President von der Leyen in Armenia #EUArmenia #EUNews #SouthCaucasus President Ursula von der Leyen’s statement in Armenia highlights a deepening EU-Armenia partnership centred on resilience, connectivity, investment and regional stability. This video covers the European Union’s support for Armenia, the push for trade liberalisation, and the importance of South Caucasus peace for prosperity and security. #Connectivity #transport #energy #and #digital

Newsletter - 6-9 July 2026 - Strasbourg plenary session Newsletter - 6-9 July 2026 - Strasbourg plenary session Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Newsletter #July #2026 #Strasbourg #plenary

Press release - Electricity grids: MEPs back plans to accelerate energy project permit process The proposal adopted on Thursday will allow faster permitting for electricity grids and renewables projects, to help cut energy prices through the domestic supply of clean energy.Committee on Industry, Research and Energy Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Electricity #grids #MEPs

Press release - Electricity grids: MEPs back plans to accelerate energy project permit process The proposal adopted on Thursday will allow faster permitting for electricity grids and renewables projects, to help cut energy prices through the domestic supply of clean energy.Committee on Industry, Research and Energy Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Electricity #grids #MEPs

Russia closes border rail crossings amid Baltic tensions | DW News Russia has suspended rail traffic through seven border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia, without publicly explaining why. The closures affect one of the few remaining direct transport links between Russia and the European Union. #Russia #closes #border #rail #crossings

Press release - EU institutions receive Ombudsman Award for user-friendly EU Law Tracker EU institutions receive the 2026 Ombudsman Award for Excellence in Open Administration for user-friendly EU Law Tracker. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #institutions #receive #Ombudsman

Press release - EU institutions receive Ombudsman Award for user-friendly EU Law Tracker EU institutions receive the 2026 Ombudsman Award for Excellence in Open Administration for user-friendly EU Law Tracker. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #institutions #receive #Ombudsman

Press release - EU-wide survey: An insecure world raises high expectations on the EU While economic concerns grow, Europeans value the peaceful, protective and cooperative nature of the EU, and recognise the quality of life it enables. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #wide #survey #insecure

Press release - EU-wide survey: An insecure world raises high expectations on the EU While economic concerns grow, Europeans value the peaceful, protective and cooperative nature of the EU, and recognise the quality of life it enables. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #wide #survey #insecure

What you should expect when the EU's small parcel fee kicks in on July 1st The European Union will slap a €3 duty on cheap parcels entering the 27-nation bloc on Wednesday to stem a surge in low-value packages, mainly from China. So how will it impact you? #What #you #should #expect #when

Agenda - The Week Ahead 29 June – 05 July 2026 Committee and political group meetings, Brussels Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Agenda #The #Week #Ahead #June

WTTC Elevates Hotel Sustainability Basics to Independent Global Certification Scheme The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today announced that its Hotel Sustainability Basics programme will transition to an independent third-party certification scheme, aligned with new European Union requirements for environmental claims and designed to meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Accreditation Framework. The move strengthens Hotel Sustainability Basics as a globally recognised framework for hotel sustainability, providing independent verification, greater transparency, and a credible pathway for hotels to demonstrate their sustainability performance in line with evolving regulatory and market expectations. #WTTC #Elevates #Hotel #Sustainability #Basics

Press release - MEPs back new EU defence innovation programme The draft law aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, where fast and low-cost defence innovation cycles are critical.Committee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Security and Defence Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MEPs #back #new

Press release - MEPs back new EU defence innovation programme The draft law aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, where fast and low-cost defence innovation cycles are critical.Committee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Security and Defence Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MEPs #back #new

Press release - New Eurobarometer survey: media briefing on Tuesday at 10:00 Accredited journalists are invited to an embargoed briefing on the results of a new survey on the public’s view of the EU and its priorities. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #New #Eurobarometer #survey

Press release - New Eurobarometer survey: media briefing on Tuesday at 10:00 Accredited journalists are invited to an embargoed briefing on the results of a new survey on the public’s view of the EU and its priorities. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #New #Eurobarometer #survey

Press release - East Asia: stronger cooperation to boost EU’s security and competitiveness MEPs want the EU to expand diplomatic relations, security cooperation and economic partnerships with like-minded partners in East Asia amid a shifting geopolitical situation.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #East #Asia #stronger

Press release - East Asia: stronger cooperation to boost EU’s security and competitiveness MEPs want the EU to expand diplomatic relations, security cooperation and economic partnerships with like-minded partners in East Asia amid a shifting geopolitical situation.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #East #Asia #stronger

Press release - Cardiovascular health: MEPs call on EU to boost disease prevention On Wednesday, Parliament’s Public Health Committee adopted its response to the EU’s first ever cardiovascular health plan.Committee on Public Health Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Cardiovascular #health #MEPs

Press release - Cardiovascular health: MEPs call on EU to boost disease prevention On Wednesday, Parliament’s Public Health Committee adopted its response to the EU’s first ever cardiovascular health plan.Committee on Public Health Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Cardiovascular #health #MEPs

Brexit 10 years on: Is the UK moving closer to the EU again? | DW News Ten years after the Brexit referendum, the debate in Britain is shifting from leaving the EU to what comes next. New polls suggest 52 percent of British voters would now support rejoining, while a majority across the European Union say they would welcome the UK back. #Brexit #years #the #moving #closer

Press release - Deal to improve worker protection against exposure to dangerous chemicals On Tuesday, Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional agreement on new rules to improve EU standards protecting workers from exposure to certain dangerous substances.Committee on Employment and Social Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Deal #improve #worker

Press release - Deal to improve worker protection against exposure to dangerous chemicals On Tuesday, Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional agreement on new rules to improve EU standards protecting workers from exposure to certain dangerous substances.Committee on Employment and Social Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Deal #improve #worker

Press release - EP leaders in Ireland ahead of the EU presidency In Dublin, President Metsola and EP political group leaders discussed priorities and laid the groundwork for strong cooperation ahead of Ireland’s Council presidency from 1 July. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #leaders #Ireland #ahead

Press release - EP leaders in Ireland ahead of the EU presidency In Dublin, President Metsola and EP political group leaders discussed priorities and laid the groundwork for strong cooperation ahead of Ireland’s Council presidency from 1 July. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #leaders #Ireland #ahead

Irish company 'assisting in commission of crimes' by supplying alumina to Russia for Ukraine war François Picard is pleased to welcome Wayne Jordash, President of Global Rights Compliance Foundation. He argues that the European Union's approach to alumina exports exposes a fundamental flaw: while seeking to constrain Russia's military-industrial capabilities through sanctions, European authorities continue to permit the export of a strategic raw material that may ultimately support Russian weapons production. #Irish #company #assisting #commission #crimes

Britain Is Still Deep in the Shadow of Brexit Ten years after a slim majority voted to leave the European Union, the economic and political effects of that decision continue to disrupt the United Kingdom. #Britain #Still #Deep #the #Shadow

Press release - Gender health gap: MEPs call for more EU action Women’s Rights committee has adopted a draft report on gender inequalities in health, calling for stronger EU action to tackle systemic bias in medical research, diagnosis, and treatment.Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Gender #health #gap

Press release - Gender health gap: MEPs call for more EU action Women’s Rights committee has adopted a draft report on gender inequalities in health, calling for stronger EU action to tackle systemic bias in medical research, diagnosis, and treatment.Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Gender #health #gap

Press release - Digital euro: MEPs want to ensure sovereignty, privacy and financial stability The digital euro would offer citizens and businesses a private, secure and innovative way to pay, while reducing reliance on non-EU providers.Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Digital #euro #MEPs

Press release - Digital euro: MEPs want to ensure sovereignty, privacy and financial stability The digital euro would offer citizens and businesses a private, secure and innovative way to pay, while reducing reliance on non-EU providers.Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Digital #euro #MEPs

Press release - Special committee adopts proposals to improve the European Democracy Shield MEPs want an operational Democracy Shield with binding tools, stronger sanctions, platform accountability, and a fully-fledged EU centre for democratic resilience.Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Special #committee #adopts

Press release - Special committee adopts proposals to improve the European Democracy Shield MEPs want an operational Democracy Shield with binding tools, stronger sanctions, platform accountability, and a fully-fledged EU centre for democratic resilience.Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Special #committee #adopts

'Significant damage': How Brexit is still draining the UK economy 10 years later Ten years after Brexit, data shows that the decision to leave the European Union has made people in Britain up to 8 percent poorer. Experts predict the economic damage is set to continue, and YouGov polling now finds nearly 60 percent of Britons say it was wrong to leave the EU. #Significant #damage #How #Brexit #still

Press release - MEPs in favour of facilitating military mobility MEPs gave a first green light to plans to support transport of military equipment, troops and assets across the EU to better deter any possible aggression.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MEPs #favour #facilitating

Press release - MEPs in favour of facilitating military mobility MEPs gave a first green light to plans to support transport of military equipment, troops and assets across the EU to better deter any possible aggression.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MEPs #favour #facilitating

Press release - MEPs back modernised EU-Mexico partnership On Tuesday, the Foreign Affairs and International Trade committees endorsed the upgraded EU-Mexico partnership, paving the way for closer political ties and expanded trade.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on International Trade Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MEPs #back #modernised

'Europeans are fully awake': Why the EU is pushing for a new 'digital euro' The European Union is moving closer to creating a digital euro as an alternative payment system for Europeans. But why are lawmakers so keen to create a virtual currency and how would it work for EU residents? #Europeans #are #fully #awake #Why

Press release - MEPs back modernised EU-Mexico partnership On Tuesday, the Foreign Affairs and International Trade committees endorsed the upgraded EU-Mexico partnership, paving the way for closer political ties and expanded trade.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on International Trade Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MEPs #back #modernised

Press release - Combating child sexual abuse: agreement on updated rules To combat child sexual abuse crimes more effectively, an updated EU directive criminalises new technological offences and extends the limitation periods for prosecuting crimes.Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Combating #child #sexual

Press release - Combating child sexual abuse: agreement on updated rules To combat child sexual abuse crimes more effectively, an updated EU directive criminalises new technological offences and extends the limitation periods for prosecuting crimes.Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Combating #child #sexual

Press release - Brussels dialogue with Russian pro-democracy and anti-war actors On Tuesday, the European Parliament will host a conference where participants will explore the prospects and challenges for pro-democracy players in Russia.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Brussels #dialogue #with

Press release - Brussels dialogue with Russian pro-democracy and anti-war actors On Tuesday, the European Parliament will host a conference where participants will explore the prospects and challenges for pro-democracy players in Russia.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Brussels #dialogue #with

EASA APPROVES TAAG’S BOEING 787 OPERATIONS TO EUROPE The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has authorised the operation of TAAG – Angola Airlines’ new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on commercial services to the European airspace, as part of the standard certification and technical oversight process applicable to airlines operating flights to destinations within the European Union. #EASA #APPROVES #TAAGS #BOEING #787

UN rights chief troubled by new EU migrant return rules The UN rights chief said on Saturday he deeply regretted the European Union's new migration rules, which allow much broader detention powers and the creation of deportation centres outside the bloc. #rights #chief #troubled #new #migrant

Would the EU take Britain back? A decade after the Brexit referendum, the UK is experiencing a form of "divorce regret" with surveys showing most Britons now believe leaving the European Union was a mistake. #Would #the #take #Britain #back