European Parliament (News)

Following the vote on the report of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, the rapporteur and the committee chair will brief journalists on its findings.
Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield

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European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and political group leaders will visit Dublin to prepare for the upcoming Irish presidency of the Council of the EU.

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At the European Council, President Roberta Metsola called for seizing the momentum on enlargement, competitiveness and the next long-term EU budget.
Committee on Legal Affairs

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The Presidents of the European Parliament, Council and Commission set out their shared political commitment to protecting, promoting and supporting culture in Europe.

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In the first review of the Joint Declaration and Roadmap, the EU institutions took stock of progress made and reaffirmed their commitment to timely delivery.

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This press kit includes a selection of European Parliament press releases outlining MEPs’ key priorities regarding the issues on the summit agenda.

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The EU will not be intimidated by Russia's campaign of destabilisation and is determined to defend its security, MEPs say in a resolution adopted on Thursday.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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On Thursday, Parliament condemned the systematic repression carried out by the Cuban regime and demanded profound economic and political change.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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On Thursday, Parliament adopted three resolutions on the human rights situations in Nicaragua, Belarus and Burkina Faso.

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On Thursday, Parliament gave its final approval of new EU circularity rules covering a vehicle’s entire lifecycle, from design to end-of-life treatment.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety
Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection

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Thursday 18 June

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On Wednesday, Parliament reviewed the EU accession progress of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Montenegro.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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MEPs warn of continued democratic backsliding in both countries and call for reforms and a stronger EU response.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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On Wednesday, MEPs approved changes to EU policy on the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the EU.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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On Wednesday, Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut, imprisoned in 2021 before being released in April 2026, addressed MEPs in a formal sitting.

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Parliament has adopted new rules facilitating access to new plants that are climate and pest resistant, give higher yields and require fewer pesticides.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety

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Wednesday 17 June

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The changes will introduce greater flexibility to chemicals rules while maintaining high levels of protection for human health and the environment.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety
Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection

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Speaking to MEPs on Tuesday, Montenegro’s President Jakov Milatović highlighted his country’s readiness to assume the responsibilities of an EU member state.

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On Tuesday, Parliament agreed to use the urgent procedure for measures to support farmers affected by rising fertiliser prices.
Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development

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