La UE libera 21,5 millones de euros en ayuda humanitaria mientras Venezuela y Haití se enfrentan a crisis humanitarias cada vez más graves y el Caribe se tambalea tras la devastación causada por el huracán Melissa. La financiación ayudará a los socios a proporcionar asistencia esencial, como alimentos, atención sanitaria, protección y ayuda de emergencia […]
Petitions Committee: activation of the EU Civil Protection Mechanism in response to the floods in Valencia among other issues
During Monday’s session, the Petitions Committee discussed four Spanish petitions on alleged non-compliance with the EU regulation concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Venezuela. Under the regulation, individuals linked to human rights violations face travel bans within the EU. All the petitions concern the presence of Delcy Rodríguez Gómez, who is […]
Venezuela: Council renews restrictive measures
The Council has decided to prolong the restrictive measures in view of the situation in Venezuela for a further year, until 10 January 2026. Additionally the Council reintroduced the travel restrictions applied to four individuals, which had been temporarily suspended in May 2024 with the objective of promoting the organisation of inclusive, credible and competitive elections […]
European Parliament calls for the release of political prisoners and an end to repression in Venezuela
On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted two resolutions on the respect for human rights in Afghanistan and Venezuela. The repressive environment in Afghanistan, including public executions and violence against women MEPs are gravely concerned by the humanitarian and human rights crisis in Afghanistan. The Taliban have, they say, dismantled the judicial system, ordered judges to […]
European Parliament condemns attacks on Machado and defends her candidacy
MEPs strongly condemn the attacks against the opposition in Venezuela and the interference of Nicolás Maduro’s regime in the electoral process. The decision by the Venezuelan Supreme Tribunal of Justice to disqualify MaríaCorina Machado has no legal grounds and she remains eligible to run for the elections, states Parliament in its resolution adopted on Thursday […]
European Parliament condemns Maduro regime’s interference in Venezuela’s 2024 elections
The plenary on Thursday denounced the disqualification of the main Venezuelan opposition candidates and the interference of the Maduro regime in the 2024 elections. In a resolution adopted with 495 votes in favour, 25 against and 43 abstentions, MEPs condemn the 15-year political disqualification of María Corina Machado and other leading opposition figures such as […]
The European Commission will provide more than 75 M € in humanitarian aid to support Venezuelans
The international community gathered last week for the 2023 International Conference of Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants and their host countries and communities, jointly organized by the European Union and Canada to reaffirm their support for Venezuelans in need suffering from the country’s protracted crisis. On the occasion, the European Commission is releasing over […]
Political agreement for the 7th military support tranche to Ukraine with additional € 500 M
The Foreign Affairs Council exchanged views on the Russian aggression against Ukraine. Before the Council discussion, the Foreign Minister of Ukraine, Dmytro Kuleba, shortly addressed EU ministers via video conference, and briefed them about the latest developments on the ground and Ukraine’s current priorities. Ministers reassured him that the EU collective endeavour will continue for […]