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"Migration and Security: Safe borders, Safe EU?" Conference, 24 March at @NRWinEU. Join us for discussions on: - EU Pact on Asylum and Migration - External borders of the EU - Integration policies of the EU - Future of EU migration REGISTER NOW: forms.gle/2Jdt5pYKcz5HMf…

Enlarging the EU is an investment in its security and stability. The European Parliament’s latest Eurobarometer survey shows 56% of Europeans are in favour of EU enlargement with young people being the biggest supporters. Learn more: link.europa.eu/9yFfnk

10 years since Brussels was attacked in a way it will never forget. Today, we think of the victims and their loved ones who still carry a loss that time cannot heal. Today, as in 2016, we stand united. In solidarity and determined to protect our common values.

EU sanctions against Iran target those responsible for: 1️⃣human rights abuses and repression 2️⃣nuclear proliferation activities 3️⃣military support for Russia The EU has also designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organisation. 🔗link.europa.eu/FgfQRt

The people of Iran deserve freedom, dignity, and the right to decide their own future. Even if we know this will be fraught with danger and instability during and after the war. We are now seeing a regional conflict with unintended consequences. British military bases have been targeted in Cyprus. I want to reaffirm our full solidarity with Cyprus.

The situation in the Middle East remains volatile. But three things are clear: First, there is renewed hope for the long-suffering people of Iran. We strongly support their right to determine their own future. Second, we must do everything possible to de-escalate and stop the conflict spreading. Iran must cease its reckless and indiscriminate attacks on its neighbours and sovereign countries. Third, the stability of the region is of the utmost importance. The only lasting resolution is a diplomatic one. This means a credible transition for Iran which includes the halt to both the nuclear and ballistic programmes, as well as an end to destabilising action in the region. This afternoon, we will discuss the overall situation in the meeting of the Security College. Because from energy to nuclear, migration to security, Europe must be prepared for the fall-out from recent events.

Finally, it's done! #IRGC consilium.europa.eu/fr/press/press…

G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on 14 February on the sidelines of the @MunSecConf, with the EU represented by HR/VP @kajakallas. Ministers also met with Ukraine’s MFA @andrii_sybiha and reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. Read statement: state.gov/g7-foreign-min…

A strong, clear, and unwavering message from @Europarl_EN to the people of Iran: we stand with you. Today, MEPs voted by an overwhelming majority to demand an immediate end to the Iranian regime’s brutal violence and the release of all political prisoners. Sanctions on members of the terrorist IRGC must be fully enforced. No loopholes, no excuses. Iran will be free.

Today, @Europarl_EN debates #Iran & will vote on a resolution Thursday. We're fighting for Parliament to adopt clear demands that condemn the regime’s violence, show full solidarity with protestors & political prisoners and hold those responsible accountable: 1/2

Day 3,577 of injustice for Ahmadreza Djalali & his family. They have endured cruel separation since April 2016, nearly 10 years. His supporters will keep his name in the light & continue to call for his release & return home to Sweden. #SaveAhmadreza @SwedishPM @MariaStenergard

Prince Michel de Ligne, descendant of “Righteous Among the Nations” & Board Member of EU Watch, took part in a Holocaust Remembrance Event in Brussels, recalling his family’s role in sheltering & protecting Jewish children in their family castle during World War II. #NeverAgain

BREAKING: The European Union has agreed to designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organisation! A long-overdue decision, the EU now joins the United States and others in formally blacklisting the IRGC.

#NeverAgain must guide the choices we make today and the Europe we build together. Live now from @Europarl_EN as we honour the victims of the greatest atrocity in history on International Holocaust Remembrance Day. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

✋(5/5) The message is clear: no more delays. It's time to ACT NOW. Stand with the brave #Iranian people!

⚡️ (4/5) Crucially, MEPs demand that the EU fully designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) - including the Basij and Quds Force - as terrorist organisations in the European Union.

🧵 (1/5) The European Parliament condemns #Iran's brutal repression of nationwide protests in its latest resolution - including killings, mass arrests, executions and internet shutdowns. Europe stands with the brave Iranian people!

Listing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (#IRGC) as a terrorist organisation in the European Union is long overdue. No more delays EU - ACT NOW. #Iran

If not now, then when? It's time for Europe to act decisively.  It’s time for stronger sanctions against those sustaining the Iranian regime through violence, killings and repression. It’s time for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to finally be designated as a terrorist organisation. It's time for freedom in Iran.