EU Council

As we enter the fifth year of Russia's war against Ukraine, the EU will continue to support Ukraine and increase pressure on Russia. EU leaders discussed: 📌budgetary and military support 📌peace efforts 📌Ukraine's EU accession More info ➡️ link.europa.eu/Kc9qDc #EUCO

EU leaders discussed the latest situations in the Middle East, including Iran, Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon. The EU deplores the loss of civilian lives and will contribute to all diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions ➡️ link.europa.eu/Nxkv7B #EUCO

At #EUCO, EU leaders launched the 'One Market, One Europe' agenda to strengthen competitiveness. They also addressed the situation in Iran and its impact on energy security and prices. Also on their agenda: Ukraine, EU defence, migration. See ➡️ link.europa.eu/VVRMpD

The European Council appoints Boris Vujčić as vice-president of the @ECB's executive board, as of 1 June 2026. Wondering how the appointment procedure works? Check here ➡️link.europa.eu/8ttRkd

With @ECB President @Lagarde and Eurogroup President @Pierrakakis, we discussed the current economic situation as part of the #EuroSummit. In an increasingly uncertain global environment, strengthening the resilience of the euro area and deepening economic integration remain essential.

In an era of growing instability, the EU is determined to strengthen its competitiveness to ensure prosperity and security for its citizens. At #EUCO, leaders will discuss concrete measures to ensure a more competitive, resilient and autonomous EU. 🔗link.europa.eu/DgFTPj

Standing together with @antonioguterres – for multilateralism, the rule of law and the principles of the @UN Charter.

Today, as President @ZelenskyyUa joined us via VTC, we reaffirmed our steadfast support for Ukraine and our intention to increase pressure on Russia. #EUCO

A pleasure to welcome you to the European Council, @antonioguterres. I look forward to our discussions about the international situation, including the developments in the Middle East, and what the EU can do to support the work of the UN in Gaza. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

All set in the Council meeting room: the leaders are here, statements have been delivered and the press are standing by. The #EUCO has officially kicked off! Stay tuned for the latest from today’s discussions.

Since the start of Russia's war of aggression, the EU and its member states have made €194.9 billion available to Ukraine and its people in the form of financial, economic, military and humanitarian support. Find out more about EU assistance to Ukraine➡️link.europa.eu/Pyq4qF

Our focus today: concrete actions to enhance the EU's competitiveness, with clear timelines for speedy implementation. The current geopolitical context makes this objective even more urgent. My statement ahead of the European Council ↓ twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Which of the 🇪🇺 EU leaders attending the #EUCO summit are on X? Here's a list for you to follow ⤵️ twitter.com/i/lists/101192…

One of humanity’s greatest achievements was building a rules-based multilateral order anchored in the UN Charter and the United Nations. A pleasure to welcome United Nations Secretary-General @AntonioGuterres to Brussels ahead of the European Council tomorrow to discuss the ongoing UN80 reform process, the challenging international situation, and how we can act together to better defend multilateralism. The EU will always stand with the @UN to make it stronger and more effective.

A highly competitive social market economy that balances economic growth with social fairness is at the core of our Union. In the current climate of geopolitical a instability, we must do all we can to protect it. The role of social partners in that effort is essential. Today's #TSS was a timely opportunity to exchange views. Tomorrow, at #EUCO, we will announce our “One Europe, One Market” agenda and we will agree on concrete measures and deadlines to strengthen European competitiveness.

🇪🇺🇮🇸 The EU and Iceland have signed a security and defence partnership. This is the 10th agreement of its kind signed with a partner country, to promote peace and security in Europe and across the world. Find out more ➡link.europa.eu/Fv7Mb7

#EUCO | EU summit, 19-20 March 2026 On the EU leaders’ agenda: 📌Middle East and impact on energy security 📌competitiveness and single market 📌MFF 2028-2034 📌Ukraine 📌European defence and security 📌migration More info on all topics of discussion 👉link.europa.eu/bCXYVd

🇲🇪-🇪🇺 Montenegro is making progress on its path to EU membership. 🚈 Today the EU and Montenegro provisionally closed negotiations on chapter 21, covering trans-European networks. More info ➡️ link.europa.eu/PnCKtP