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[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

We deeply regret the ratification today by the Libyan Parliament of the so-called Libyan-Türkiye Memorandum of Understanding on the delimitation of maritime jurisdictions in the Mediterranean Sea.

We recall that the EU’s position on this matter was clearly stated by the European Council in 2019 and remains unchanged.

This agreement infringes upon the sovereign rights of third states, it does not comply with the Law of the Sea, and is null and void.

We reaffirm our solidarity with Greece and Cyprus.

We reiterate the EU's well known position against any outside interference in Libya.

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

Canada and the EU are natural partners, united by shared values.

With President von der Leyen and President Metsola, we focused on what comes next: a deeper partnership that reinforces our mutual sovereignty to create more opportunities and prosperity for our peoples.

[SmashPoint @SmashPointgr]

#mazonakis #rip #tsafoulias #respect

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Today, Romania destroyed a naval drone carrying explosives near its Neptun Deep platform in the Black Sea.

An escalating campaign of threats is underway, unsettling our citizens and seeking to divide our Union.

This is hybrid warfare.

The founding mission of our Union is to preserve peace. Today, that also means having the capacity to deter provocation and aggression.

Our Readiness 2030 agenda is mobilising up to EUR 800 billion.

With the European Drone Defence Initiative and the Eastern Flank Watch, we are scaling up production in Europe to deliver capabilities Member States need.

So we can respond to emerging threats with speed, unity and resolve.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

.@eucopresident and I stand firmly with the @IntlCrimCourt, President Tomoko Akane and the officials who uphold its mission.

The ICC helps deliver justice to the victims of some of the world’s most horrific crimes.

To carry out this essential work, its judges and officials must be able to act independently and without external pressure.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

On World Humanitarian Day, we pay tribute to the humanitarian workers who dedicate their lives to helping others.

As conflicts and disasters leave millions in need, the EU steps up as the world’s largest and most reliable donor.

And through our Protect Aid Workers programme, we support those who risk their lives to save others.

https://t.co/l6DjGHdUgA

[SmashPoint @SmashPointgr]

R.I.P. little star

[Ultras Clips @ultras_clips]

🇳🇱💛🖤 What a tribute! Powerful post-match unity at Breda following the loss of Mats Seuntjens and his partner Elba's newborn daughter.

Lights dimmed, sparklers lit across the stands, and both teams stood together in emotional support!

"Heaven has one more little star." ✨🙏

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

🇬🇷 Τα βαθύτατά μου συλλυπητήρια στην Ελλάδα και στον ελληνικό λαό για την απώλεια των τριών πυροσβεστών που έδωσαν τη ζωή τους εν ώρα καθήκοντος.

Η γενναιότητά τους θα μείνει στην ιστορία. Η Ευρώπη στέκεται στο πλευρό της Ελλάδας.

Η ΕΕ ετοιμάζει επιπλέον στήριξη, όπως ακριβώς η Ελλάδα στάθηκε στο πλευρό της Γαλλίας και της Ισπανίας όταν το χρειάζονταν περισσότερο.

@EEAthina

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Bonne rencontre avec @EmmanuelMacron ce soir à Paris.

Nous avons discuté des mesures concrètes à mettre en œuvre pour garantir une compétitivité et une indépendance véritablement européennes, qu’il s’agisse de notre budget commun ou de projets industriels conjoints.

Avec de l’énergie et innovation issues de nos propres ressources pour stimuler la croissance.

Et avec notre soutien continu à l’Ukraine.

Nous avons également abordé la question de la protection des enfants en ligne -

une priorité européenne pour laquelle la France a pris des mesures importantes cette semaine.

[112 Greece @112Greece]

⚠️ Activation 1️⃣1️⃣2️⃣

🆘 Fire in the #Badminton_Theater of the regional unit of #Attica

‼️ The smoke is heading towards your area

‼️ Stay indoors, close doors and windows

‼️ Stay alert and follow the instructions of the Authorities

ℹ️ https://t.co/Wd0iTDAZak

@pyrosvestiki

@hellenicpolice

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

It began with coal and steel. But from the very start, our Union was always meant to be much more.

75 years ago, in Paris, with the signing of the Treaty of Paris, Europe chose a different path.

One of unity over division, of Peace over war.

The European Coal and Steel Community was never just an industrial project.

It was a project for peace in Europe.

A project for shared prosperity.

A project for strength and independence in a world of great power competition.

The very same purpose that still drives our Union today.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Today with @SecGenNATO we took stock of our common work to bolster European defence and continue support to Ukraine.

We discussed the upcoming NATO Summit and how we can upscale defence industrial output in Europe. We need to invest more, to produce more and to do both faster.

With the rise in global security threats, we agreed to work closely together in the next weeks to strengthen the EU-NATO relationship and prepare a successful Summit in Ankara.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

I welcome the announced 10 day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by President Trump.

This is a relief, as this conflict has already claimed far too many lives.

Now, we need not just a temporary pause, but a path to permanent peace.

Europe will continue to call for the full respect of Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

And we will keep supporting the Lebanese people through substantial humanitarian aid.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Thank you @emmanuelmacron for organising this discussion on the safety of our children online.

With the DSA, we have EU-wide rules.

And now we have an EU-wide app.

It’s piloted in 🇫🇷 🇩🇰 🇬🇷 🇮🇹 🇪🇸 🇨🇾 🇮🇪

And soon available to all.

Online platforms are held accountable.

Parents are reassured.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

It is for parents to raise their children. Not platforms.

The European Age Verification App is ready ↓ https://t.co/EumEPEJOI7

[NATO Spokesperson @NATOpress]

In Berlin, @SecGenNATO Mark Rutte participated in a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group (UDCG).
Stressing the need for continued support, SG said, "we cannot lose focus on Ukraine, even with the many security challenges we face.”

He also welcomed new contributions by #Germany, the #UK and the #Netherlands and further announcements of support to PURL and the Czech ammunition initiative.

https://t.co/sCChJ3AmQN

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

Today, Europe is Hungarian.

We are stronger. More united.

To the people of Hungary - you've done it again.

You have spoken.

You have chosen Europe.

It's a victory for fundamental freedoms.

[Υπουργείο Εξωτερικών @GreeceMFA]

📌 Ανακοίνωση Υπουργείου Εξωτερικών σχετικά με σημερινή δήλωση Υπουργού Εξωτερικών της Τουρκικής Δημοκρατίας

🔗 https://t.co/dI7vNTkE5S

[The Spectator Index @spectatorindex]

President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, says that Hungary has 'chosen Europe' and returned to 'its European path' after defeat of Viktor Orban at today's election.

[António Costa @eucopresident]

Congratulations to Nizar Amedi for his election as President of the Republic of Iraq.

This step should pave the way to government formation. Strong, stable state institutions are essential to addressing the serious challenges ahead and to preserving the progress achieved in recent years.

The EU remains a firm supporter of Iraq’s stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.