EU at OSCE 🇪🇺

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[António Costa @eucopresident]

Full solidarity and support to Romania following the crash of a Russian drone on a residential building in Galați, injuring civilians.

Russia’s escalation on EU territory is reckless and irresponsible. I condemn in the strongest terms this violation of Romania’s national airspace and of international law.

The EU is united in stepping up pressure on Russia through sanctions and strengthening defence capabilities, in particular along our Eastern border.

[Kaja Kallas @kajakallas]

The Russian drone crash into apartments in Galați was a blatant and serious violation of Romania’s sovereignty and European airspace.

I spoke with Foreign Minister @oana_toiu this morning to convey the EU’s full solidarity with Romania.

Russia has long ago stopped respecting borders.
Moscow cannot be allowed to breach European airspace with impunity.

EU Foreign Ministers yesterday vowed to ramp up pressure on Russia, increase support for Ukraine, and invest in Europe’s own defence readiness.

[EU at OSCE 🇪🇺 @EUOSCE]

At FSC-PC meeting 🇪🇺 reiterated its strong condemnation of 🇷🇺's war against 🇺🇦, including latest escalation which demonstrates 🇷🇺’s growing disregard for human life & international law. We urge 🇷🇺to stop t/aggression & engage in meaningful negotiations for a just & lasting peace.

[Switzerland OSCE @SwitzerlandOSCE]

At today’s joint FSC-PC meeting, Switzerland expressed deep concern over the recent aerial attacks in the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine, which have once again severely affected civilians and civilian infrastructure.

International humanitarian law must be fully respected at all times. We reiterated our call for immediate de-escalation, cessation of hostilities, and a return to diplomacy.

A just and lasting peace must be grounded in international law, including the UN Charter, and the Helsinki Final Act.

#OSCE26CH

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

The Council has extended until 28 May 2027 the EU sanctions against Russia in response to:

🚫 serious human rights violations or abuses
🚫 the repression of civil society and democratic opposition
🚫 the undermining of democracy and the rule of law

More: https://t.co/oOz4MF9Oy0

[Kaja Kallas @kajakallas]

Russia hit a dead-end on the battlefield, so it terrorizes Ukraine with deliberate strikes on city centres.

These are abhorrent acts of terror meant to kill as many civilians as possible.

Moscow reportedly using Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missiles – systems designed to carry nuclear warheads – is a political scare-tactic and reckless nuclear-brinkmanship.

Next week, EU Foreign Ministers will discuss how to dial up the international pressure on Russia.

[António Costa @eucopresident]

Tonight, Russia deployed the Oreshnik missile system and launched massive attacks across Ukraine—a ruthless display of brutality aimed at civilians and civilian infrastructure.

I strongly condemn this reckless escalation. It is yet another stark reminder that Russia has no interest in engaging in meaningful peace negotiations.

The EU remains unwavering in its support for Ukraine.

[EU at OSCE 🇪🇺 @EUOSCE]

🙏Deputy PM Chiveri for t/ intervention @OSCE Permanent Council. 🇪🇺 reaffirmed its commitment 2 assist 🇲🇩 on its path to EU. We reiterated our support for a peaceful, comprehensive & lasting settlement of Transnistrian conflict, based on territorial integrity & sovereignty of 🇲🇩

[Switzerland OSCE @SwitzerlandOSCE]

We thank Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister Valeriu Chiveri for his visit to today’s OSCE Permanent Council. 🇨🇭remains committed to supporting dialogue, confidence-building and a peaceful & sustainable settlement process for the Transdniestrian conflict, as highlighted during last week’s visit to Moldova by Chairman-in-Office @ignaziocassis and @OSCESecGen Sinirlioğlu. #OSCE26CH

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

Today May 21 is the International Day of Solidarity with Political Prisoners in Belarus.

[Rasa Ostrauskaite @RasaOstrauskai2]

Today, we proudly celebrate #VyshyvankaDay at @OSCE — honoring Ukrainian heritage, resilience, and unity through the beautiful tradition of the vyshyvanka.

Across our community, embroidered shirts became symbols of solidarity and hope for peace and dignity. 🇺🇦

📸 Micky Kroell

[EU at OSCE 🇪🇺 @EUOSCE]

We wear Vyshyvankas or blue-and-yellow as a symbol of solidarity with our Ukrainian colleagues & t/ people of 🇺🇦, who defend their freedom, sovereignty, territorial integrity, identity & our shared values. Our condemnation of 🇷🇺’s war of aggression against 🇺🇦remains unwavering.

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

Today, I am highlighting the cases of these 3 political prisoners in Belarus who were under 18 years old at the time of detention (or allegedly committing acts).

Show your support: share this post to call for their immediate and unconditional release. ✊🏼

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

Today, I am highlighting the cases of these 3 political prisoners in Belarus, who are over 70 years old.

Show your support: share this post to call for their immediate and unconditional release. ✊🏼

[Kaja Kallas @kajakallas]

Claims that the Baltic States allow Ukraine to use their airspace are utter nonsense - and Russia knows it.

Moscow’s threats against the Baltic States are not a sign of strength, but of weakness.

Russia is failing on the battlefield in Ukraine and is trying to intimidate us into reducing our support for Ukraine.

The right response is to do the opposite: increase our support to Ukraine and boost Europe’s defences even further.

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

Today, I am highlighting the cases of these 5 political prisoners in Belarus, who are persons with disabilities.

Show your support: share this post and call for their immediate and unconditional release ✊🏼

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

In the lead-up to the International Day of Solidarity with Political Prisoners in Belarus on May 21, I will highlight Prisoners in particularly vulnerable situations.

Show your support: share this post to call for their immediate and unconditional release. ✊🏼

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

Today, I am highlighting the cases of these 9 political prisoners in Belarus with severe health conditions.

Show your support: share this post and call for their immediate and unconditional release. ✊🏼

[European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 @eu_eeas]

Equality, participation and non-discrimination are at the heart of democracy. Yet across the world, too many LGBTIQ+ persons still face violence, discrimination, hate speech and stigmatisation simply for being who they are.

In more than 65 countries, consensual same-sex relations remain criminalised. Where discrimination persists, democracy cannot fully thrive. The EU remains committed to defending the human rights of all LGBTIQ+ persons and to promoting inclusive and democratic societies for all.

Read the statement by HR/VP @kajakallas: https://t.co/eaNvYeKx5A

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

Taking a decisive step for justice 🇺🇦

We are joining the Special Tribunal to prosecute the crime of aggression against Ukraine and ratifying the International Claims Commission to ensure victims are compensated.

Holding Russia accountable is the only path to peace.

[Human Rights Centre ZMINA @zminaUkraine]

ZMINA highlighted digital threats to 🇺🇦 civil society during the @OSCE #SHDM. 🇷🇺 poses majority of them.

ZMINA's @Zhukova_Tetiana & Anastasiia Soloviova joined pre-event by @HRHFoundation & @NHC_nl, #SHDM panel sessions, held meetings & a side event supported by @EUOSCE ⬇️

[EU at OSCE 🇪🇺 @EUOSCE]

41 @OSCE participating States, including all 🇪🇺 Member States, together w/ #Ukraine, activated #MoscowMechanism to investigate #Russia’s policy of indoctrination & militarization of Ukrainian children — both in 🇷🇺 & in temporarily occupied territories of 🇺🇦.
@eu_eeas @UKRinOSCE