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As the world’s two largest democracies, the EU and India are strengthening their partnership in key areas. With the EU as India’s largest trading partner, cooperation is growing in trade, security, cybersecurity, maritime, and space. Read more: europa.eu/!8gKk8k

“The European Union stands firm in its commitment to protect and support civil society everywhere” Read full statement by Sec-Gen, Belén Martínez Carbonell (@eeas-secgen.bsky.social) on #WorldNGODay: europa.eu/!NmMXmg

At this week’s Foreign Affairs Council, the Council discussed potential sanctions on Rwanda over its support for offensives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Read more about the conclusions: europa.eu/!FFQDqG

At this week’s Foreign Affairs Council, the EU agreed to suspend restrictive measures on key economic sectors in Syria. Read more about the conclusions: europa.eu/!nGVJGR

On the three-year mark of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine the EEAS decorated its façade with an artwork made by Gamlet Zinkivskyi, a Ukrainian artist. The EU stands with Ukraine for peace through strength. #24Feb2022 #StandWithUkraine

Israel: Press remarks by High Representative @kajakallas.bsky.social after the EU-Israel Association Council. Read more: europa.eu/!Fj3Wrr

Today, EU foreign ministers met in Brussels for the Foreign Affairs Council. On this grim anniversary, the Council adopted a comprehensive 16th package of economic and individual restrictive measures. #StandWithUkraine Read more about the conclusions: europa.eu/!FFQDqG

"Today we have a grim anniversary. Three years ago, today, the war started in Ukraine." HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social press remarks following today's Foreign Affairs Council meeting. Read full remarks here: europa.eu/!dk8Nwt

EU delivers: Foreign Ministers just approved the 16th package of sanctions against Russia. It hits everything from shadow fleet ships to gaming controllers used to control drones. We now have the most extensive sanctions ever, weakening Russia’s war effort.

The EU will continue its support until a just and lasting peace is secured. In today’s CM, EU Ambassador to the Council of Europe Vesna Kos reaffirmed the EU`s unwavering support for Ukraine. Read the full statement here: europa.eu/!WQkYXK #StandWithUkraine #24Feb2022 @coe.int

HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social is presiding over today's Foreign Affairs Council Meeting in Brussels. Read HR/VP' full remarks upon arrival here: europa.eu/!43HP9M

Three years ago, Russia launched its aggression against Ukraine. Today, at the Foreign Affairs Council (#FAC), we reaffirm our strong support for the Ukrainian people. #StandWithUkraine

Today marks a grim milestone. For three years, Russia has brutally attacked Ukraine, trying to steal land that isn’t theirs. Right now, more than ever, we have to support Ukraine. Extract from my doorstep ahead of today’s Foreign Affairs Council ↓

Tomorrow marks 3 years since RU’s full-scale war against UA began. Ukrainians show heroism and resilience every day. This week, the HR/VP received the flag of the 6th Marine Brigade, a symbol of their bravery in battle. Tomorrow, it will be at the FAC. Slava Ukraini #StandWithUkraine #22Feb2022

"No realm of life is free from threats or hostile behaviour today." Executive Vice-President @hennavirkkunen.bsky.social and High Representative & Vice-President @kajakallas.bsky.social present strong measures to enhance the security of submarine cables. Read the press release below ⬇️

CARICOM Heads of Government met in Barbados from 19-21 February 2025 for their 48th Regular Meeting. The EU remains a committed partner to the Caribbean, and Pres. @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu attendance underscores our engagement with the region. Read more: europa.eu/!V3RM4F

Bringing together foreign ministers, the EU, and the AU, the G20 remains a key platform for international dialogue. HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to stronger international partnerships, a rules-based global order, and international security. #G20SouthAfrica

The HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social is currently in Johannesburg for the #G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. South Africa’s G20 Presidency marks a historic moment, as it is the first African country that holds the Presidency. #G20SouthAfrica Read more: europa.eu/!pG6wRQ

The EU celebrates the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relationship with Costa Rica. This strategic partnership is based on mutual trust & shared values such as sustainable development and multilateralism. Read more: europa.eu/!hDDVmX

The HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social is currently in Cape Town for the 16th EU-South Africa Ministerial Political Dialogue. She is meeting with South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, along with other key government ministers. Read more: europa.eu/!cNRJFG

The EU congratulates Angola President João Lourenço as new Chairperson of the African Union, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf and Selma Malika Haddadi the new Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission. #EUAU

Munich Security Conference: Speech by the High Representative @kajakallas.bsky.social receiving the Ewald von Kleist Award. Read more: europa.eu/!nTKvMJ

On 6 March, 25 young people from all around the world are coming to Brussels to meet and exchange with the HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social . The conversations will focus on youth engagement in EU foreign policy and global challenges. Read more about the Youth Policy Dialogue: europa.eu/!98WTTK

The HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social is currently in Germany for the Munich Security Conference. Over the three-day event, she will discuss Ukraine and European security. Read the full press remarks here: europa.eu/!kWrQMP

Munich Security Conference: press remarks by High Representative/Vice-President @kajakallas.bsky.social upon arrival. Read more: europa.eu/!kWrQMP

Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity are unconditional. Our priority must now be strengthening Ukraine and providing robust security guarantees. In any negotiation, Europe must have a central role. Our Weimar+ statement ↓

🇪🇺🇨🇦 Welcome Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Brussels! The EU and Canada are long-standing friends and allies. Ukraine, rule-based multilateralism, free trade, and EU-Canada cooperation are at the core of today’s agenda. European Council press release: www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/pre...

Over 473 million kids live in conflict zones, many recruited by armed groups. The EU & UN are committed to protecting them and investing in long-term peace. #ChildrenNotSoldiers Read more: europa.eu/!6MPKDR

Good meeting with Vice President JD Vance. Together with @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu, we discussed working on key issues: Russia’s war against Ukraine, strengthening European defence and China’s actions. As our adversaries are coordinating their actions, we must do the same.

The death penalty is a cruel and inhumane punishment, which is incompatible with the inalienable right to life, fails to act as a deterrent to crime, represents an unacceptable denial of human dignity and integrity, and makes the miscarriages of justice irreversible.

EU Ambassadors Conference wraps up with key strategic outcomes. See you next year!

Georgia: statement by HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social and the Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, on the situation in Georgia. Read more: europa.eu/!TKX3w9

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte joined the EU Ambassadors Conference today to discuss the future of EU defence and security. Read more about how the EU and NATO collaborate to strengthen global stability.

As the EU Ambassadors Conference continues, key discussions are shaping the future of EU foreign policy. Read more about some of the topics on this week's agenda.

Israel/Palestine: Statement by the High Representative @kajakallas.bsky.social on the entry into force of the UNRWA legislation. Read more: europa.eu/!r936Cn

EU Ambassadors from 145 Delegations are gathering in Brussels for the annual EU Ambassadors' Conference, a strategic forum designed to address critical challenges facing the EU. Read more about the program: europa.eu/!x3DXXM

We are pleased to extend a warm welcome to the Secretary General of the EEAS, Belén Martínez Carbonell ( @eeas-secgen.bsky.social ) who, together with HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social and her team, will advocate for the construction of a stronger Europe. We wish you success in this important endeavor.

The 13th EU-Cape Verde ministerial meeting in Brussels reinforced their partnership, addressing key topics such as maritime security, digital transformation, sustainable fisheries, the blue economy, climate change, and energy transition. Read more: europa.eu/!fC34c4

Yesterday, the Government of Fiji has appointed Dr Marcus Brand as Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Read more: europa.eu/!cdCqFM

Next week, EU Ambassadors from all around the world will gather in Brussels to discuss EU foreign affairs and security policy. The HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social will kick off the week with an opening speech. For an EU foreign policy that delivers!

At this week's #FAC, foreign affairs ministers agreed to grant €30 million to Moldova to help restore electricity and heating. Read more: europa.eu/!CdcwPM

At this week's FAC, the EU announced its support for the ceasefire by redeploying its Civilian Mission to Rafah. Read the HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social full statement here: europa.eu/!ffTww7

At this week's FAC, foreign affairs ministers discussed the development in Eastern Congo and urge Rwanda to halt its support for rebels. Read more: europa.eu/!XrKr3K

Yesterday at the FAC, EU foreign affairs ministers agreed to extend sanctions against Russia. Read more about the sanctions here: europa.eu/!ndK6Vb

The EU has reached a political agreement to begin carefully easing sanctions on Syria. Speaking at this week's FAC, HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social outlined this new strategy aimed at gradually rebuilding Syria's economy while supporting its path to recovery.

Yesterday at the FAC, EU foreign affairs ministers discussed and reached agreements on the agenda topics. Read the full conclusions here: europa.eu/!ndK6Vb @kajakallas.bsky.social