European Parliament
Public hearing on the gender oppression and violations of women’s rights
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- Public hearing on the gender oppression and violations of women’s rights
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- 1:17:31
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- 14 hours ago
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- The women’s rights and gender equality committee is holding a public hearing on “Gender oppression and violations of women’s rights: the case of Iranian and Kurdish women and gender apartheid”.
MEPs and invited speakers examine the systematic restrictions and human rights violations faced by women in these contexts, including limitations on bodily autonomy, freedom of expression, access to education and employment, and participation in public and political life.
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- What role should digital platforms play in protecting children online?
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- 0:00
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- 2 days ago
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- Following the European Parliament’s 2025 report on the protection of children online, Parliament’s internal market and consumer protection committee (IMCO), together with EU institutions and stakeholders, discusses how existing rules are working, where gaps remain, and what further action may be needed to better protect minors using online services and digital platforms.
Although recent EU rules, including the Digital Services Act, have strengthened online protections, challenges remain. Different approaches to enforcement across countries and ongoing harmful online practices can leave children exposed to risks.
The first panel examines how current legislation is being applied in practice, looking at enforcement, cross-border cooperation and the use of guidelines designed to protect minors online. Among the speakers are representatives from the European Commission, META, the European Consumer Organisation (BEU) and Centre for Democracy and Technology (CDT...
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- Which song describes the EU-US trade agreement?
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- 1:32
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- 5 days ago
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- EU-US trade: Parliament approves stronger safeguards for EU industry and farmers.
Members of the European Parliament gave the green light to two pieces of legislation on EU tariff commitments under the EU-US Joint Statement. Parliament aims to balance trade facilitation with protecting the EU’ s economic interests, strategic industries and agricultural sector.
The new adopted pieces of legislation substantially improve the European Commission’s original proposals.
Parliament:
⚖️ reinforces provisions to ensure fair and balanced implementation in case US fails to respect terms of agreement
🛡️introduces a sunset clause, meaning tariff preferences on industrial and agri-food imports will expire on 31 December 2029 unless renewed
✅ensures the Commission will need to make a comprehensive assessment of its trade effects on EU industry, agriculture and small and medium-sized enterprises
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- President Milatović visiting the European Parliament 🇲🇪
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- 0:48
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- 7 days ago
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- Yesterday, President of Montenegro Jakov Milatović spoke at the European Parliament, reaffirming the country's ambition to join the EU, underlining its commitment to the common European future.
Accession negotiations with Montenegro began in 2012, and today Parliament approved a report welcoming Montenegro's progress on EU-related reforms and the country's ambition to become the EU's 28th member state by 2028.
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- Protecting children's safety and mental health on social media
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- 1:00:51
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- MEPs discuss solutions to improve the protection of children and their mental health from risks attached to social media use.
The debate is expected to address the negative impact of social media on young people and possible responses, including age limits and stronger EU action to increase the responsibility of online platforms.
Parliament has called for the introduction of a minimum age limit of 16 for access to social media, and has adopted recommendations on better protecting the victims of online harassment and bullying, and strengthening platform accountability.
The Digital Services Act (DSA) introduced measures to protect minors online, notably an obligation for platforms to ensure high levels of privacy, safety and security for minors online. The Commission published guidelines on the protection of minors in July 2025.
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- MEPs discuss European Council priorities and EU-China economic ties
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- 2:02:40
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- 7 days ago
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- In a joint debate, Members of the European Parliament discuss preparations for the June European Council summit, as well as the future of economic relations between the European Union and China, together with representatives of the European Commission and the Council Presidency.
MEPs are expected to focus on the EU’s continued support for Ukraine and the latest developments in the Middle East. They also discuss the next long-term EU budget, known as the Multiannual Financial Framework, and the wider economic challenges facing the European Union.
Other topics likely to be addressed by EU leaders include European defence and security, migration, the fight against illicit drugs, and the coordination of economic and fiscal policies across the EU through the European Semester process.
The second part of the debate turns to EU–China economic relations. These have become increasingly complex in recent years, both economically and politically. Concerns hav...
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- President Jakov Milatović of Montenegro speaks to Parliament
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- 27:30
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- 8 days ago
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- Jakov Milatović, President of Montenegro, formally addresses MEPs in the European Parliament today.
Montenegro is a candidate country for EU membership. Accession negotiations with Montenegro started on 29 June 2012; on Wednesday MEPs will vote on a report assessing the country’s EU accession progress.
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- Is the Middle East crisis finally abating?
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- 1:09:33
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- 8 days ago
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- MEPs and EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas discuss recent developments in the ongoing crises in the Middle East and the EU’s role in de-escalation.
Military confrontations across the region have intensified in recent days and weeks, with Israel stepping up its ground operations in Lebanon despite the alleged ceasefire, and Iran attacking Bahrain and Kuwait in response to US strikes on its territory.
Meanwhile, the recent US–Iran agreement has created conditions for a potential de-escalation and gradual resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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- Happy birthday Erasmus
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Does your Erasmus feel like just yesterday?
🥹 Us too!
But for the first group of students who took part in the much-loved educational programme, their Erasmus was 38 years ago this year!
Since its launch on 15 June 1987, we’ve seen:
👩🎓16 million students return home with new language skills and exciting experiences
🧳 27 EU countries welcoming fresh faces with open arms every year
👶 And over 1 million cute Erasmus babies
❤️ The Erasmus programme may just be a few months long, but it creates memories to last a lifetime.
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- MEPs debate the EU-US trade rules before the final vote on the agreement
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- 55:35
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- The European Parliament debates EU-US tariff rules before the final vote following an agreement reached in 2025.
The legislation would remove most tariffs on industrial and agricultural goods imported from the United States, while introducing safeguards to protect key EU industries and farmers. The tariff preferences would remain in place until the end of 2029 unless renewed.
The final vote takes place next day after the debate, on Tuesday, 16 June at 12:30.
If approved by the Parliament, the legislation will require formal approval by the Council before entering into force.
Learn more here: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/meetdocs/2024_2029/plmrep/COMMITTEES/INTA/AG/2026/06-02/1344387EN.pdf
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- Their memory endures.
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- And here, in the heart of Europe, it is protected and remembered. The European Parliament honoured and remembered the more than 3 million people torn from their homelands by the Soviet regime, 85 years ago.
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- Oceans are our planet's lifeblood 💙
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- 0:13
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- That's why Parliament protects them by:
🌍 passing a law for the EU to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions with net 90% by 2040 and reach climate neutrality by 2050
🥤 approving a ban on a single-use plastics that pollute EU beaches (straws, cutlery, etc.)
🐠 calling for widespread action against invasive species in EU waters
🎣 demanding urgent measures to stop the decline of fish stocks in the Baltic Sea
...and more. Read about EU rules against plastic in the ocean: https://link.europa.eu/YWMgW4
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- Safe food starts with clear information
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- 1:06
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Europe has some of the highest food safety standards in the world. From the field where food is grown to the shelf where it is sold, strict rules help ensure that what ends up on your plate is safe 🍽️🇪🇺
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- New EU rules on migrant returns
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional deal on 1 June to make return procedures faster and more effective, while respecting fundamental rights and international law. The agreement includes clearer obligations for rejected asylum seekers to cooperate with authorities, stricter rules for persons posing a security risk and rules on transfers to non-EU countries under specific conditions. The deal needs to be formally adopted by Parliament and Council before entering into force.
Read more here: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20260518IPR43408/deal-on-new-eu-rules-on-migrant-returns
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- Who is investing in Europe and why?
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Lead Member on the foreign direct investment screening regulation, Raphaël Glucksmann, explains why the EU has voted to strengthen the screening of foreign investments to protect Europe’s security, industries and much more.
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- MEPs discuss the future of the digital euro with a European Central Bank representative
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- 56:05
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- The committee on economic and monetary affairs examines the latest developments in the digital euro project with Piero Cipollone, Member of the European Central Bank Executive Board (ECB).
The ECB continues its work on the digital euro, including preparations for a pilot project expected to start in 2027. The pilot will help test the technical and operational aspects of a potential digital version of the euro, which could be introduced later in the decade.
MEPs and Mr Cipollone will discuss the project's progress, recent agreements to support digital euro payments, and the next steps in the legislative process. Any decision to launch a digital euro will depend on the adoption of the necessary EU legislation.
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- Democracy under attack: a deep dive with MEP Tomas Tobé
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- What happens when we can no longer trust what we see, read, or share?
Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-dwDdrCyqs&t=39s
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- The perspective test: seeing through misleading content
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- 40 years of the EU flag ✨🇪🇺
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
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- On this day in 1986, the European Communities (the beta version of the EU) officially raised the European flag for the first time.
The 12 gold stars on a blue background stand for unity, solidarity and harmony among the peoples of Europe.
40 years later, those 12 stars have become part of Europe’s everyday story! Seen at celebrations, demonstrations, concerts, universities and unforgettable moments across the continent 💙
📸 Tell us: where have you seen the EU flag recently?
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- Behind the Politics: a week inside the European Parliament
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- 11:59
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
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- What goes on in the European Parliament? What’s it like to work there during a plenary session?
In this first episode, Rares and Klara from Parliament's communications team take you behind the scenes at Parliament’s May session to show you what it was really like to be there following the discussions and decisions that took place.
You’ll find out about
a ceremony to honour the first laureates of the European Order of Merit for their significant contribution to EU integration and values
updated EU rules to screen foreign investments to identify risks to security
an agreement reached between Parliament and Council to put EU-US trade on a more stable footing
a debate on the citizens’ initiative requiring videogame publishers to always leave videogames in a playable state.
Thanks to:
@delphine_colard
@raphaelglucksmann
@lange_mdep
@leregoledeldirittoperfetto
...
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- What happened last week??
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- 1:16
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- 27 days ago
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- Last week, the European Parliament
- greenlit EU legislation to improve support for victims of crime
- updated EU rules to screen foreign investments to identify risks to security
- made proposals for a society where carers are properly valued
- adopted updated EU steel safeguards to address global overcapacity
- held the first ceremony to confer the European Order of Merit on individuals who have contributed to the EU.
For more information, visit our website.
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- How can the EU protect itself?
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 30 days ago
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- Stop destroying video games: Parliament debates citizens’ call to keep games playable
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- 55:10
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Members of the European Parliament discuss the European Citizens’ Initiative “Stop Destroying Videogames”, which calls for video games sold or licensed to consumers in the EU to remain in a functional, playable state when publishers decide to discontinue them.
The initiative focuses on cases where games or related features can be remotely disabled, leaving consumers unable to play something they paid for. It asks for reasonable means to keep discontinued games playable without requiring publishers to keep providing ongoing support, resources, ownership rights, intellectual property rights or monetisation rights.
The debate looks at what this could mean for consumers, game preservation, digital ownership and the responsibilities of video game publishers in the EU. The initiative was registered by the European Commission in 2024, and organisers presented its objectives to the Commission in February 2026.
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- Debating new revenue sources for the EU budget
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- 52:58
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- 1 month ago
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- Parliament debates new revenue sources for the EU budget, looking at how the Union can ensure stable and sustainable funding in the future. The discussion focuses on potential new “own resources”, including establishing a revenue stream from the online gambling and betting sector.
Members will also discuss how these revenues could support key EU priorities while reducing reliance on national contributions and strengthening the EU’s financial autonomy.
Topics: EU budget, EU long-term budget, multiannual financial framework, EU budget sources, own resources, online gambling, digital services, online betting, EU financial autonomy.
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- Towards a society that values care
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- 1:25:20
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- 1 month ago
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- Parliament debates possible ways to address gender inequality in formal and informal care.
MEPs want EU member states to ensure the equal participation of men and women across all forms of care. They note that access to care is a fundamental right and, given the current demographic trends in Europe, it requires sustainable funding and a person-centred, rights-based approach.
The Parliament's recommendations want to make sure informal carers are covered in pension schemes and social security systems. Awareness campaigns should challenge traditional gender stereotypes and encourage men to take up an equal share of caregiving.
Background
The work involved in providing care is often invisible and largely carried out by women: 56% of women with children under 12 spend at least five hours per day on childcare, compared to 26% of men, according to the European Institute for Gender Equality.
On 5 March, the European Commission pr...
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- MEPs and Kaja Kallas discuss EU response to the crises in the Middle East
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- 1:10:25
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- MEPs will question EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on the EU’s response to the ongoing crises in the Middle East, including developments in Iran, Israel and Syria. The debate will examine the EU’s diplomatic approach, regional security concerns and efforts to support stability in the region.
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- Awarding the first European Order of Merit distinctions
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- 1:31:10
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- 1 month ago
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- The European Parliament is hosting the European Order of Merit ceremony live from Strasbourg. In this inaugural ceremony, laureates will be recognised for their significant contribution to European integration and the promotion and defence of European values.
Thirteen of the first 20 laureates are attending the ceremony and each laureate will be given the floor to speak after receiving their distinction.
The following are in attendance:
- Angela Merkel, former Federal Chancellor of Germany
- Lech Wałęsa, former leader of Solidarność and former President of Poland
- Jerzy Buzek, former Prime Minister of Poland and former President of the European Parliament
- Aníbal Cavaco Silva, former President and Prime Minister of Portugal
- Pietro Parolin, Cardinal and Secretary of State of the Holy See
- Maia Sandu, President of the Republic of Moldova
- Wolfgang Schüssel, former Federal Chancellor...
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- AI and cybersecurity: what are the risks for Europe?
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- 2:25:10
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- 1 month ago
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- MEPs assess with Council and Commission representatives the rapid deployment of advanced AI models and the challenges they pose to the EU’s security.
Parliament raised concerns over EU cybersecurity and preparedness in the face of new, sophisticated AI models, such as Anthropic’s Mythos and Open AI’s GPT-5.5 Cybermodels, which are equipped with specialised capabilities designed to identify and exploit hidden software vulnerabilities. While not yet released to the wider public, experts warn against the dangers of misuse they present.
The latest developments in granting EU authorities and companies access to test new AI models, the application of the EU’s cybersecurity and artificial intelligence frameworks (NIS2 Directive, AI Act, Cyber Resilience Act) and the broader implications for the EU’s economy and critical infrastructure are also part of the discussion.
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- The EU accepts people as they are.
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- 0:15
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- 1 month ago
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- For over a decade, the European Parliament has supported LGBTIQ+ rights, from combatting hate crimes to stronger legal gender recognition.
Currently in focus: ending conversion practices
In March, Parliament members discussed a citizens’ initiative demanding an EU-wide ban on LGBTQ+ conversion practices, focusing on a clear definition, protection for minors, improving cross-country cooperation and making sure EU money doesn’t go to organisations connected to these practices.
Parliament has long called for the EU to act on this issue.
On the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, Parliament once again stands shoulder to shoulder with the LGBTIQ+ community ✊🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
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- Want to be a trainee at the European Parliament?
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- We are looking for new trainees!
In October 2026, Parliament is opening new doors through its Schuman traineeship programme by making it more inclusive and accessible than ever.
For the first time, a limited number of traineeships will be open to candidates with vocational education and training (VET) qualifications (EQF levels 3, 4 and 5) alongside the positions available for university graduates.
This reflects a stronger commitment to recognising diverse talents and broadening access to careers at the heart of European democracy 🇪🇺
Key information:
• Applications are open now and close on 31 May
• Only a limited number of positions are available for VET candidates
• Candidates must fulfil the language requirement
• Applicants should carefully review eligibility criteria before applying
Browse all traineeship offers here: https://lnkd.in/dySmi7cs and learn more about the programme: ...
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- Fundamental rights are non-negotiable ❌
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Across the EU, people’s rights are under growing pressure, including discrimination against vulnerable groups, the erosion of democratic participation, and threats to equality before the law.
The European Parliament is sounding the alarm on safer digital spaces, stronger action against gender-based violence, the protection of LGBTIQ+ rights, an end to the ill-treatment of migrants, and much more.
Because protecting fundamental rights means protecting the very foundation of the European Union: democracy, equality, respect.
Find out more about Parliament’s work at the link in bio.
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- Imagine Europe without the EU
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Sometimes, we might take the EU for granted.
But imagine Europe without the EU. What if the things that quietly protect and support us every day suddenly disappeared? Or if the stability and opportunities it brings suddenly went away?
We must protect what matters to us.
This Europe Day, let’s celebrate our achievements and unity.
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- Happy Europe Day from President Metsola
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Imagine Europe without the EU
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- 1:06
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Sometimes, we might take the EU for granted.
But imagine Europe without the EU. What if the things that quietly protect and empower us every day suddenly disappeared? Or if the stability and opportunities it brings suddenly went away?
We must protect what matters to us.
This Europe Day, let's celebrate our unity.
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- Don’t recharge your devices.
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- 0:16
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Recharge yourself.
Around 1 in people 6 in Europe experience issues with their mental health, with young people being particularly affected.
Your mental wellbeing matters. This European Mental Health Week, and every week.
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- The Middle East crisis and Europe's energy needs
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- 5:52
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Rising energy bills are once again putting pressure on households, businesses and transport across Europe. As the war in the Middle East disrupts global energy markets, Europe is facing renewed questions about how dependent it remains on imported fossil fuels.
In a debate, the eight political groups in the European Parliament discussed how the EU should respond: from stabilising energy prices and protecting consumers to investing in renewables, strengthening energy grids, considering the role of nuclear power, reforming energy markets and reducing reliance on external suppliers.
The Cypriot presidency of the Council of the EU and the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, also took part in the debate.
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Keywords: energy crisis, energy prices, petrol prices, diesel prices, fossil fuels, renew...
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- Age verification, assurance & estimation techniques for protection of minors online
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- 1:59:36
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Can age-check tools protect children online without harming their fundamental rights?
As discussions intensify across the EU, this debate explores how different approaches such as age verification (confirming identity via official documents), age assurance (use of third-party services or algorithms to estimate age), and age estimation (assumptions of age based on user behaviour or biometrics) can help prevent minors from accessing harmful content, while ensuring compliance with data protection and fundamental rights standards.
Parliament’s civil liberties, justice and home affairs committee (LIBE) holds a hearing that brings together policymakers, experts and stakeholders from EU and national institutions to assess the effectiveness, risks and societal implications of age-checking technologies, including their impact on privacy, security and digital rights.
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- What happened during the last plenary session??
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Last week, the European Parliament
- urged the Commission to propose a common EU definition of r@pe based on the absence of consent,
- adopted the first EU rules to protect cats and dogs from abuse,
- set out its position on the EU’s long-term budget,
- called for stronger action against online bullying,
- condemned Russia’s attacks on civilians and called for those responsible to be held accountable.
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- Eurogroup President on euro area economy resilience amid Middle East crisis
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- 56:11
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Members in the economic and monetary affairs committee speak with Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis about how the euro area economy can remain resilient in the face of the Middle East crisis. They will look at what reforms are needed to prepare for future shocks and how countries can work together to tackle global economic challenges.
Members will also ask how the Eurogroup plans to boost financial markets and turn EU savings into real investment.
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- Want to join the EU? Some rules to follow
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- What happens when we can no longer trust what we see, read, or share?
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Disinformation and foreign interference are actively undermining public debate and weakening trust across Europe.
So how do we protect democracy in this environment?
Tomas Tobé, lead member for the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, explains how these tactics work and how the European Parliament is pushing back:
🛡️ Protecting democratic systems
🔐 Securing the information space
🗳️ Defending elections and independent media
🤝 Strengthening citizens’ resilience
▶️ Watch the full conversation to understand what’s at stake.
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- Cyberbullying and online harassment: Parliament debates stronger laws and platform responsibility
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- 1:23:55
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- As online abuse continues to rise - especially among young people - MEPs are calling for clearer, unified criminal laws and stronger accountability for digital platforms.
Cyberbullying can have devastating consequences, including long-term psychological harm and, in extreme cases, loss of life. While the European Commission’s February 2026 Action Plan notes progress in prevention, victim support and enforcement under the Digital Services Act (DSA), concerns remain that it does not go far enough.
National laws such as Ireland’s “Coco’s Law” show how targeted criminal provisions can tackle serious online abuse, including the non-consensual sharing of intimate images. However, legal fragmentation across EU countries continues to create unequal protection for victims and uncertainty for enforcement authorities.
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- Pushing for an EU-wide definition of r@pe
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- 0:15
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- When it comes to sexual consent:
❌ silence is not consent
❌ giving in to pressure is not consent
❌ being a romantic partner or spouse is not consent
❌ past relationships are not consent
❌ lack of resistance is not consent
The list goes on.
Sexual violence in the EU in 2023 (Eurostat):
📊 91K+ reported r@pe cases
📉 243K+ reported sexual violence cases
A separate EU survey on violence against women shows that only 14% of women surveyed who experienced sexual violence reported it to the police.
In many EU countries, r@pe is still defined by violence or resistance, leaving many victims unrecognised and unprotected.
Parliament is once again pushing for an EU-wide definition of r@pe centred on the absence of consent.
This is only part of the picture. See what else Parliament wants to change to better protect r@pe victims from the link in...
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- EU strategy for the Middle East and energy security
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- 3:01:20
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- With recent developments in Iran and the wider Middle East raising concerns over regional and global stability, the European Union is calling for de-escalation, peace, and the protection of freedom of navigation.
In this debate, the European Parliament, alongside the Council and the Commission, discuss the EU’s strategic response to the evolving situation in Middle East and its implications for energy prices.
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- Supporting democratic resilience in Armenia
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- 50:20
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Armenians are expected to hold parliamentary elections on 7 June 2026. The European Parliament is set to vote on a resolution on EU support for Armenia’s democratic resilience.
MEPs are expected to stress the need for a vote free from external interference, and to raise concerns over attempts by Moscow to sow disinformation and influence the ballot’s outcome.
Parliament also plans to call for stronger efforts to reinforce Armenia’s democratic resilience. The EU has recently launched a new civilian mission to support Armenian authorities through capacity building and to address multi-layered threats such as foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI), cyber-attacks, and illicit financial flows. A dedicated EU-Armenia summit is also planned for 5 May.
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- What comes next for the EU’s budget?
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- 2:44:06
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Where should the EU invest from 2028 onward? Parliament debates the next long-term budget, which will shape the European Union’s priorities for the coming seven years. The budget must remain predictable and robust to support cohesion, prosperity, competitiveness, quality jobs, security and defence capabilities, and the green and digital transitions, while leaving no one behind.
Affordable housing, defending democracy and the rule of law, energy efficiency, climate action, critical infrastructure, support for the neighbourhood and humanitarian aid should also be among the key policies to be backed by funding.
The guidelines are Parliament’s first move during the annual budget procedure. They set out what MEPs expect the Commission to take into account when drawing up its budget proposal, to be unveiled during the summer.
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- EU-wide definition of rape based on the absence of freely given, informed, revocable consent
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- 1:44:21
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- European Parliament examines a joint report on the importance of defining rape based on the absence of consent in both EU and national legislation.
The report has been submitted by the women’s rights and gender equality committee and the civil liberties, justice and home affairs committee.
This marks a renewed effort to establish a definition of rape based on the absence of consent, following the failure to include such provisions in the EU directive on violence against women and domestic violence adopted in 2024. While many EU countries have since begun reforming their criminal laws, significant differences remain across EU countries.
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- AI is not above the law
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- What if the information you trust is being manipulated?
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Disinformation and foreign interference are actively undermining public debate and weakening trust across Europe.
So how do we protect democracy in this environment?
Tomas Tobé, lead member for the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, explains how these tactics work and how the European Parliament is pushing back:
🛡️ Protecting democratic systems
🔐 Securing the information space
🗳️ Defending elections and independent media
🤝 Strengthening citizens’ resilience
▶️ Watch the full conversation to understand what’s at stake.
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- Protecting What Matters 🌍
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- 0:16
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Choosing renewable energy helps the planet recover so it stays like this🌍
About a quarter of the EU's energy consumption in 2024 came from renewable sources. Sweden (62.8%), Finland (52.1%) and Denmark (46.4%) had the highest share.
This Mother Earth Day, find out more about the European Parliament’s work to ensure access to clean and affordable energy
https://link.europa.eu/rkQrJY
