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The 25th EU–China Summit takes place tomorrow, 24 July, in Beijing. EU leaders will meet President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang to discuss bilateral relations, global challenges including Russia’s war in Ukraine, and cooperation on climate, trade and multilateralism. More ⤵️

At the 30th EU–Japan Summit, leaders reaffirmed their strategic partnership built on shared values, trust and common priorities. They agreed to launch a Competitiveness Alliance to strengthen economic ties even further, and to step up cooperation on security and defence,…

President of the @EU_Commission, Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) and President of the @EUCouncil, Antonio Costa (@eucopresident), are currently in Tokyo, Japan, at the 30th EU–Japan Summit. The summit focuses on strategic cooperation and key global challenges. Watch the…

Leaders from the EU and Japan meet tomorrow in Tokyo for the 30th 🇪🇺-🇯🇵 summit. The summit is a key opportunity to strengthen relations and show how the EU and Japan are overcoming a turbulent geopolitical context. Read the agenda ➡️europa.eu/!t4BX4q #EUJapan

The killing of civilians seeking aid in Gaza is indefensible. I spoke again with @gideonsaar to recall our understanding on aid flow and made clear that IDF must stop killing people at distribution points. All options remain on the table if Israel doesn’t deliver on its pledges

Every day, the EU supports peace and security through civilian, military and naval missions. 40+ missions since 2003. 4,800+ personnel deployed. From Ukraine to the Sahel and the Red Sea, the EU shows up where it is needed most.

#Syria: Statement by the Spokesman The European Union welcomes the ceasefire agreement reached between Syria and Israel, with the support of the United States and regional partners. The ceasefire must now be fully respected. eeas.europa.eu/eeas/syria-sta…

Today, 18 July, the EU adopted sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for serious human rights violations and threats to peace, stability and security in Sudan. Those listed face asset freezes, a ban on making funds or resources available to them and a travel ban…

Russia’s hybrid attacks won’t go unanswered. The EU, UK & partners continue to take coordinated action, including with sanctions. We will use all available tools to protect our institutions, infrastructure, and democracies. Statement on behalf of EU27: europa.eu/!mgYVJv

We are standing firm. The EU just approved one of its strongest sanctions package against Russia to date. We’re cutting the Kremlin’s war budget further, going after 105 more shadow fleet ships, their enablers, and limiting Russian banks’ access to funding. (1/3)

Crimes against humanity. War crimes. Genocides. History has too many moments when silence followed horror. On the #DayOfInternationalCriminalJustice, the EU reaffirms its support for the International Criminal Court — for accountability, dignity and lasting peace.

#Syria: Statement by the Spokesperson The EU is alarmed by the continued clashes in Sweida, which have resulted in many casualties, and strongly condemns the reported violence against civilians. eeas.europa.eu/eeas/syria-sta…

This month, UN Member States agreed to create a permanent global mechanism for responsible state behaviour in cyberspace — a major step for cyber stability. It all started with an EU proposal in 2020. Read more: europa.eu/!rCj4T4

Today’s Foreign Affairs Council (#FAC) has now concluded in Brussels. Ministers discussed the 18th sanctions package against Russia, the humanitarian situation in Gaza, Iran’s nuclear programme and democratic backsliding in Georgia. Read the full conclusions:…