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“Unjustified, illegal and disproportionate” @berndlange @EP_Trade Committee Chair reacts to the 20% tariff announced by US President Donald Trump. ↘️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

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On Thursday at 9.00 CEST, Bernd Lange, Chair of Parliament's International Trade Committee, will hold a press conference on the new tariffs expected from the Trump administration announcement tonight. Follow it here: europa.eu/!vrf7b4

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MEPs set 2026 EU budget priorities: boosting defence, security, resilience, and sustainability. Focus on economic competitiveness, research, energy, migration, and youth opportunities. Full support for Ukraine & strategic investments for EU's future: europa.eu/!wMTqMq

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🗳️Parliament approves Eurojust cooperation agreement with Bosnia and Herzegovina MEPs have endorsed an agreement deepening criminal justice cooperation between Eurojust and the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

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🗳️ The EU must keep on defending universal democratic values and principles On Wednesday, Parliament adopted its 2024 annual report on human rights and democracy in the world, warning against the deteriorating global human rights situation. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

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EP TODAY Debate on support for EU steel From 9.00, MEPs, Commission Executive Vice-President Séjourné and the Polish Minister for EU Affairs Szłapka will discuss the new action plan for a competitive and decarbonised steel and metals industry in Europe. 1/

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As Europe promotes peace and stability in the Middle East, today @europarl.europa.eu voted for critical financial assistance to Egypt and Jordan. This support is not just an act of solidarity. It is an investment in reforms together with our strategic partners 🇪🇺🇪🇬🇯🇴

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Parliament urges the EU to defend its interests On Tuesday, MEPs discussed trade, defence and competitiveness with Presidents Costa and von der Leyen, pushing for action to strengthen the EU economy and defence. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

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🔴 Starting NOW - #EPlenary debate on statement by the High Representative Kaja Kallas Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine: standing with Ukraine and upholding justice 📺 Watch LIVE ⤵️ europa.eu/!Yv79dB

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EP TODAY Debate with Presidents Costa and von der Leyen on the challenges facing the EU From 9.00, MEPs will assess the outcome of the 20 March European Council meeting with European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. 1/

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"There can be no real peace without justice. Ukraine belongs in the EU. Since the beginning, the European Parliament has been calling since for a fair investigation and punishment of war crimes and crimes against humanity" says VP Martin Hojsík in Kyiv at 2025 Bucha Summit: europa.eu/!9wtJWr

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During the upcoming session, Parliament members will debate the EU's foreign, defence and security policies for 2025, as well as improving the EU's safety and preparedness. They will also discuss the situation in Gaza, threats to fundamental rights in Hungary and much more. 🔗 europa.eu/!xknkt9

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Key debates and votes in EP's April session 🔗 europa.eu/!xknkt9 On Monday, Plenary will discuss: • EU’s 2026 budget • Savings & investments initiative • Transparency & anti-corruption in the EU • EU's cultural policy • Situation of European academics in the 🇺🇸 1/9

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April EP Plenary debates: - EUCO outcomes with Antonio Costa and Ursula Von der Leyen - 2025 security & defence strategy - Initiatives: Preparedness, savings & investments - Steel support & energy-intensive industries - Türkiye, Gaza, & Russian war crimes ➕ Pre-plenary briefing: europa.eu/!rdbNQ4

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Statement of Bernd Lange, Chair of the Committee on International Trade regarding US 25% tariff on the import of cars: "As EU we will always seek negotiated solutions & outcomes. But apparently, we need to get to an escalation before the US is willing to sit down and negotiate." europa.eu/!rYq7Jt

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"Disinformation is here to stay. It evolves, so we must too. Legislation isn’t enough; we need media literacy, resilience & tools to spot it. A society where truth matters & facts remain facts is our shared goal." @president.europarl.europa.eu at the opening of “Democracy Matters, Facts Matter”.

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EP President Roberta Mestola @president.europarl.europa.eu and EP group leaders will exchange views with Antonio Costa @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu in a meeting of the Conference of Presidents today at 17:30.

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Europeans want a stronger, more united EU in uncertain times. The results of the Winter 2025 #Eurobarometer survey reveal: 🔹 66% believe the EU should take a greater role in safeguarding against global crises. 🔹 89% say Member States must act with more unity. 🔗 europa.eu/!Hdtf79

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🏘️ Conference on Affordable Housing in the EU MEPs, Commission & EU representatives will discuss solutions for affordable housing access with national and regional authorities. Opening by Chair Irene Tinagli & Commissioner Dan Jørgensen. Programme and streaming: europa.eu/!v6nnDQ

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Parliament's agenda Week 13: •Joint EP-EC Affordable Housing conference: MEPs & experts discuss solutions (Mon) •Eurobarometer survey: under-embargo briefing (Mon) & publication of results (Tue) •Plenary preparations •Pre-session briefing (Fri) Find out more: europa.eu/!nm94kH

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Lights off! Action on! Tonight: #BiggestHourForEarth We have a duty to leave a better world to the next generations. Everyone can do their part. Every little bit counts. #EarthHour2025

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The #BrusselsAttacks 9 years ago were an attack on our way of life, on our European values. Nous honorons les victimes et tous les blessés. Europa zal altijd meedogenloos blijven strijden tegen terrorisme. 🇪🇺🇧🇪

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Make people's lives safer. Make things simpler. Make Europe stronger. My message at today's #EUCO 👇

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Today, @president.europarl.europa.eu will address the heads of state or government, representing the European Parliament and presenting its position on Ukraine & European defence during #EUCO. 📃 Press kit: europa.eu/!yHRjyM. 📺 Press conference at around 11.45h: europa.eu/!t8gYHR

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Today Christine Lagarde and Maroš Šefčovič are discussing the implications of US tariffs for European economy and trade policies with MEPs in the Economic and Trade Committees respectively. Live debates available: europa.eu/!RYJWhY

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Lead MEPs condemn Orbán’s latest attack on fundamental rights as Hungary moves to ban Budapest Pride and call for urgent action. “Suppressing peaceful assembly violates EU values & the rule of law. Member States must act—no more delays on Article 7." 🔗 europa.eu/!Cbwt9Q

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Parliament's agenda this week: •Votes on visa suspension & non-🇪🇺 talent pool •ICC & EU prosecutor updates •Lagarde on interest rates & US trade •Maroš Šefčovič on 🇺🇸 tariffs •Aid to Egypt & Jordan •EUCO Summit •Vote draft 2026 EU Budget Find out more: europa.eu/!W8tDNc

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The EU faces a turning point; inaction is not an option say MEPs. Parliament calls for: -urgent security measures -stronger alliances with like-minded partners -faster decisions -EU defense bonds They welcome #ReArmEurope & the White Paper on the future of defense. 🆕 Resolution: europa.eu/!tMnFdm

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The EU must boost security guarantees and aid for Ukraine, support its self-defense, enforce peace efforts, and accelerate accession talks. MEPs expect Russia to accept a 30-day ceasefire and demand stronger sanctions. 🆕 Resolution: europa.eu/!rN8qcp #StandWithUkraine

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“Trade is an exclusive competence of the Union and Parliament stands fully behind the @ec.europa.eu in its response against US tariffs” Bernd Lange, full statement of the Trade Committee Chair 🔗 europa.eu/!JDXXfR. Importance of trade between EU and US in recent years ⤵️

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Highlighted debates on Wednesday include: -European Semester w/ Minzatu -Plan Automotive Industry w/Tzitzikostas -100 days of the new EC -Russian frozen assets w/Cristian Hansen -Union of skills -Parenthood Regulation -Human rights & democracy (🇦🇿🇸🇩🇹🇭) -Roadmap Women’s Rights Live: europa.eu/!Yv79dB

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The agreement today in Saudi Arabia between the United States and Ukraine is an important breakthrough and a step towards the lasting peace we have all worked for. President Trump and President Zelensky have found common ground on a way forward. Now the ball is in Russia's court.

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To mark #InternationalWomensDay, the European Parliament will honour four women fighting for freedom, peace, and justice in their countries: 🇧🇾 Tsikhanouskaya, and Palina Sharenda Panasiuk, and from 🇺🇦 Lenie Umerova and Tata Kepler. Ceremony in plenary starting as of 12.00: europa.eu/!Xg7mk6

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