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On Europe Day, we celebrate diversity, freedom, and unity. At the same time, Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine continues. How we can strengthen Ukraine and pave the way for its EU membership.
Everyone is talking about how Europe has to become more independent when it comes to security and defense. But how could that work – and what does it really mean?
In 2024 alone, the regime of the Islamic Republic of Iran carried out 975 executions – and it hasn’t stopped. Here's how we can put pressure on the regime now:
Europe needs to learn to stand on its own feet. This requires not just defense spending but also the necessary expertise—such as stronger cybersecurity and resilience. A new Blue Card could be part of the solution.
The European Court of Justice confirmed last year that the systematic oppression of women by the Taliban constitutes persecution under asylum law. Why Member States fail to implement:
From our biggest concern to our biggest partner. What European foreign policy can achieve in the region:
Despite brutal attacks on her family, human rights activist Nasrin Sotoudeh continues her fight for justice.
The European Commission has presented its work program for 2025 in Parliament. I explained in my plenary speech why that is not enough:
Over 130,000 people have "disappeared" under Assad’s regime. Here’s how we can support Syrians in uncovering these crimes and healing from them:
Last week, the European Parliament debated “Uniting Europe against actors hostile to the EU: Time to strengthen our security and defence.” In my speech, I highlighted a troubling reality: Europe’s fragmented approach to security is undermining its ability to protect its citizens and support allies like Ukraine.
Ships from Russia’s shadow fleet are repeatedly damaging undersea cables and pipelines. This is how Europe has to respond:
In Iran, courage is punished with death. Pakhshan Azizi and Verisheh Moradi risked their lives to help others. Now they face execution. Not as an isolated case, but as part of a targeted crackdown on women and the Kurdish community.
