On 26 May, the European Union signed the Protocol amending the Council of Europe Convention on the Prevention of Terrorism, marking a historic step towards a common pan-European definition of terrorist offences. The Protocol amends the definition of ‘terrorist offences’ in the Council of Europe Convention on the Prevention of Terrorism. It introduces a […]
Commission takes preparatory steps on financial support for Ukraine and boosting drone production
Last April 1st, the European Commission took preparatory steps for the implementation of the €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan, aimed at securing necessary budgetary support and accelerating urgent defence procurement for Ukraine in 2026 and 2027. The package adopted today includes a proposal for the Council to approve the overall amount of the EU’s support […]
EU mobilises emergency humanitarian aid for Lebanon
In response to the escalating situation in the Middle East and the evolving humanitarian situation in Lebanon, the EU has mobilised emergency humanitarian aid, consisting of food and medical kits, shelter materials, recreation kits and winter clothing kits, to address the growing and urgent humanitarian needs in Lebanon. Due to the ongoing hostilities, more than […]
Commission aims to strenghten the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displace Workers
The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached by the European Parliament and EU Member States on its proposal to strengthen the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF). The EGF is an EU solidarity instrument for workers who have lost their job due to major restructuring, for instance the closing of a factory or the bankruptcy of […]
EU announces over €81 million in humanitarian aid to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
The escalation of conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is driving mass displacement. The resources of food, water and shelter are stretched to breaking point and women and children increasingly left exposed to violence and exploitation. As Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib visits the region, the EU is mobilising €81.2 million in humanitarian […]
EU stands in full solidarity with Switzerland and evacuates victims after Crans-Montana tragedy
EU reacts swiftly after the tragic fire in the bar during the New Year’s celebrations at the ski resort Crans-Montana, the Swiss canton Valais. In response to Switzerland´s request for emergency assistance through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism, efforts are underway to evacuate severely injured patients for specialised treatment. To that end, experts, known as […]
Employment – Expert – Gender Equality IPA (EIGE) – Lithuania
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) is organising a call for applications with a view to establishing a reserve list for the post of Expert – Gender equality IPA. The Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA) provides financial support to pre-accession countries aiming to help prepare for their potential future EU membership. The project currently […]
EU delivers over €4 billion to Ukraine ahead of its Independence Day
Ahead of Ukraine’s 34th anniversary of independence on 24 August, the EU delivers another strong signal of unwavering support by disbursing €4.05 billion to the country. This includes €3.05 billion via the Ukraine Facility and €1 billion through the European Commission’s exceptional Macro-Financial Assistance (MFA). Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission said: “As Ukraine celebrates its 34th […]
Forest fires in Greece: EU mobilises firefighting assistance
Greece is currently facing a very intense wildfire season as the country faces the longest heatwave in its recorded history. The EU civil protection mechanism is channelling support to help combat forest fires. Following a request from the Greek authorities, the European Union and its member states have mobilised: planes from the #rescEU fleet based in […]