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[EU Council @EUCouncil]

EU home affairs ministers addressed current developments in Ceuta in a video conference.

They expressed strong solidarity with Spain, commended its authorities' swift reaction and discussed further coordination to protect EU’s external borders.

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[EU Council @EUCouncil]

🚨 Remember 112! 🚨

Whether you're exploring or just taking it easy, this emergency number works across Europe and in many places around the world.

Accidents can happen anywhere and dialling 112 could save a life.

Remember it this summer (and beyond)!

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

Most of the AI act’s rules come into force today.

The EU's #AI act is the world's first law on artificial intelligence. The act aims to ensure that AI systems are safe, ethical and trustworthy.

Read more → https://t.co/QFPTYcOZgs

[António Costa @eucopresident]

I express my solidarity with Spain in the current situation of illegal migration in Ceuta.

While third-country nationals in Ceuta do not enjoy free movement to mainland Spain or the rest of the Schengen area, Spain’s firm response, including ongoing accelerated returns, demonstrates our determination to protect our external borders, combat illegal migration, and dismantle criminal smuggling networks.

I welcome Spain’s close cooperation with Morocco in addressing this shared challenge and ensuring swift returns.

We will remain in close contact with the Spanish authorities in the coming days.

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

The new EU 'right to repair' rules take effect today.

These include:
🔧 a right for consumers to claim the cost of repairs to producers
📄 a European repair information form
🖱 an online repair platform that connects consumers with repairers

See → https://t.co/pOeWpaSk9k

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

The EU has sanctioned 7 individuals and 3 entities linked to scam centres in Southeast Asia.

They are responsible for serious human rights violations, including human trafficking, torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment.

More info: https://t.co/ILNRJvVi4w

[EU Council Press @EUCouncilPress]

🇺🇦 Ukraine Facility: @EUCouncil amends the facility to increase its total envelope by more than €8 billion in 2026 + introduces additional conditionalities that UA has to fulfil to get increased funding.

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[António Costa @eucopresident]

Last night, Russia launched a massive combined strike against Ukraine.

During the attack, Polish airspace was also violated, underlining once again that Russia’s aggression is a threat to the security of Europe as a whole.

My thoughts are with the victims of these attacks. The European Union stands in full solidarity with the Ukrainian and Polish authorities working tirelessly to protect and defend their citizens.

We are stepping up our support to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence, including anti-missile and anti-drone capabilities. Europe will continue to stand united in the face of this aggression.

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

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[António Costa @eucopresident]

Meine Gedanken sind bei den Opfern des Anschlags auf die Christopher Street Day-Parade in Berlin.

Das ist ein Angriff auf die Werte, die unsere Union ausmachen. Die Europäische Union verurteilt jede Form von Hass, Extremismus und Gewalt auf das Schärfste.

Wir stehen in voller Solidarität an der Seite Deutschlands, der deutschen Bevölkerung und der gesamten LGBTQI+-Community.

[António Costa @eucopresident]

For the second time in 24 hours, Romanian airspace has been violated by drone incursions.

I commend the Romanian authorities for their swift and effective response.

We stand in full solidarity with Romania and its people. The security of Romania is the security of Europe. We will continue to strengthen the EU’s security, resilience and deterrence, including along our Eastern border.

[António Costa @eucopresident]

Russia’s attack on the Latvian Honorary Consulate in Sloviansk is a grave and unacceptable act. I strongly condemn this strike, which claimed lives and left many injured.

The European Union stands in full solidarity with Latvia and Ukraine.

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

🚫 The EU has imposed further sanctions against Iran over human rights violations.

Those sanctioned include members of the judiciary and an Iranian hacker responsible for cyberattacks.

The EU stands with the people of Iran.

Read more: https://t.co/VKvt9tHR8P

[European Central Bank @ecb]

Ten selected design proposals for the next series of euro banknotes have been unveiled.

Explore the proposals and tell us which ones you prefer.

Have your say https://t.co/VvcczFFxX3

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

The 21st sanctions package against Russia:
🚫 targets a further 218 individuals & entities
🚫 pauses the automatic adjustment of the oil price cap
🚫 hits Russian financial & crypto services
🚫 introduces the basis for a visa ban for Russian combatants

🔗 https://t.co/HRSXB4yZOb

[EU Council Press @EUCouncilPress]

Fighting child sexual abuse online: interim measure protecting children now reinstated.

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[EU Council @EUCouncil]

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🇪🇺🇬🇧 The UK will join the Ukraine support loan.

In the face of Russia's war of aggression, the EU's €90 billion loan will support Ukraine's most urgent needs in 2026 and 2027.

Find out more: https://t.co/94f87fKDiA

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

🇧🇪 Joyeuse fête nationale! Gelukkige nationale feestdag! Einen schönen Nationalfeiertag!

The colours of the Belgian flag come from the coat of arms of the Duke of Brabant: a yellow lion with red claws and a red tongue on a black background.

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