Paul Bertrac

I condemn today’s military escalation in the Middle East. The use of force by the United States & Israel against Iran, and the subsequent retaliation by Iran across the region, undermine international peace & security.   All Member States must respect their obligations under international law, including the Charter of the @UN. The Charter clearly prohibits “the threat of the use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state, or in any other manner inconsistent with the Purposes of the United Nations.”   I call for an immediate cessation of hostilities & de-escalation. Failing to do so risks a wider regional conflict with grave consequences for civilians & regional stability. I strongly encourage all parties to return immediately to the negotiating table.   I reiterate that there is no viable alternative to the peaceful settlement of international disputes, in full accordance with international law, including the UN Charter. The Charter provides the foundation for the maintenance of international peace and security.

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The European Socialists have mobilized against Donald Trump’s trade deal. politico.eu/article/europe…

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"Comment on est passé d'une société des années 90, où le rire et l'humour noir étaient beaucoup plus acceptés, à une époque où c'est de plus en plus rejeté ? Charlie Hebdo, c'est celui qui se moque de toutes les puissances, y compris de la mort et de Dieu. C'est extrêmement important." Richard Malka dans #CàVous

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The Italian Dolomites.

Around 1 million species now face extinction, many within the next few decades. We are facing multiple crises at the same time. No time to waste. Protect nature and ourselves. #ActOnClimate #climate #biodiversity #nature #rewilding #animals #cop16 #cop16cali

Bulgaria and Romania have become full members of the Schengen Area.

Coucou, nous revoilou ! #Playbook est de retour dans vos boîtes mails et vous liste ce qui nous attend, politiquement, ces prochains mois. Bonne année 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ à tous ! politico.eu/newsletter/pla…

Europe’s biggest dietary problem? Lobbyists, the creator of the Nutri-Score food-labeling system has said. trib.al/uIYEyvd

A billionaire ex-con. A self-described knight. An art collector. This isn’t a heist movie. Meet Trump’s picks for U.S. ambassadors to European countries 👇 politico.eu/article/donald… via @POLITICOEurope/@politico

Ça chauffe : puisque c’est comme ça, Emmanuel Macron « attend les propositions » de gouvernement de François Bayrou ce soir, a fait savoir nuitamment l’Elysée à @AnthLattier⚡️ Tout est ds Playbook (pr lire et s’inscrire à notre infolettre c’est ici ⤵️) politico.eu/newsletter/pla…