Brussels, April 30, 2021.- We condemn in the strongest possible terms today’s decision of the Russian authorities to ban eight European Union nationals from entering the Russian territory. This includes the President of the European Parliament David Sassoli, Vice President of the European Commission Věra Jourová, as well as sixContinuar Leyendo

Today the Council prolonged the restrictive measures in view of the situation in Myanmar/Burma for one year, until 30 April 2022. Brussels, April 29, 2021.- The prolongation covers targeted restrictive measures against individuals directly involved in the military coup in February 2021 and the subsequent violence against peaceful protesters, asContinuar Leyendo

Brussels, April 23, 2021.- The Council today approved conclusions reaffirming Team Europe’s full commitment to the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and its health, social, economic, humanitarian, security and political impacts. With this approach, the EU is showing leadership, responsibility and solidarity with those most affected by the pandemic.Continuar Leyendo

Brussels, April 18, 2021.- The European Union is deeply concerned about reports that the Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny’s health in the penal colony continues to deteriorate even further. We call on the Russian authorities to grant him immediate access to medical professionals he trusts. The Russian authorities are responsibleContinuar Leyendo