Xavier Bettel

Happy to have participated in #GlobSec2026 in Prague. Joined a panel on Europe’s role in Russia’s war against Ukraine. Also met Czech President @prezidentpavel, Prime Minister @AndrejBabis, Foreign Minister @petr_macinka, and Commissioner @JozefSikela.

3/ We also discussed strengthening our bilateral ties. For 15 years, 🇱🇺 has had an embassy in Abu Dhabi, our only diplomatic representation in the region, which also helped bring our citizens safely back to 🇱🇺 during the recent crisis in the Middle East.

2/ We discussed the situation in the Middle East, including Hormuz and the wider implications for regional stability. Luxembourg stands in solidarity with the UAE following the recent attacks by Iran on its territory and continues to support diplomacy as the path to lasting peace

1/ It was an honour and a pleasure to welcome His Highness Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Luxembourg today. The United Arab Emirates remains an important partner, trusted friend and ally of Luxembourg. 🇱🇺🤝🇦🇪

3/ The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains catastrophic, and settler violence in the West Bank is alarming. Luxembourg continues to call for the EU to take appropriate measures in response to the actions of the Israeli government.

2/ Mr Ben-Gvir’s behaviour towards the passengers of the Global Sumud flotilla is unacceptable. All detainees must be treated with dignity and released without delay. We have conveyed a clear message to the Ambassador of Israel to Luxembourg to express our indignation.

1/ How long will we continue to tolerate this kind of behaviour from 🇮🇱 politicians? Once again, it reflects a profound lack of respect, dignity and humanity among members of the government.

In these challenging times, Luxembourg remains firmly committed to supporting peace and stability in the region.   We will continue to stand up for international law and provide humanitarian assistance to those most affected by the crisis.

Essential exchange with the Ambassadors of the League of Arab States accredited to Luxembourg.   The Middle East is facing unprecedented instability and immense suffering among civilian populations.

In the margins of the meeting in Chisinau, I exchanged with the Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration of Moldova, @cgherasimov, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Georgia, @MakaB__ , and the President of the @ECHR_CEDH , Mattias Guyomar.

Always a pleasure to discuss with 🇱🇺 DPM and FM @Xavier_Bettel the close friendship between our countries & Moldova’s efforts to join the European family. Thank you, Luxembourg, for standing close to 🇲🇩 and for your steadfast support along our 🇪🇺 way.

2/ Made important progress towards establishing the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine Reaffirmed Luxembourg’s strong commitment to the European Court of Human Rights Exchanged on hybrid threats & the importance of safeguarding democratic resilience

1/ In Chișinău for the annual meeting of the Council of Europe; an organisation that since 1949 has worked to uphold human rights, democracy and the rule of law across Europe.

🔹On Ukraine, I expressed my support to @andrii_sybhia and the importance to advance on the reforms to enter the EU🇪🇺🤝 🔹Israel - Palestine, I welcomed the decision to sanction violent settlers and pushed for trade measures against settlements!

🇪🇺 Foreign Affairs Council #FAC in Brussels. On the agenda: 🔹Western Balkans, in presence of the 6 MFA🇦🇱🇲🇪🇽🇰🇧🇦🇷🇸🇲🇰 🔹Russian aggression against Ukraine 🔹Middle East

🇪🇺 Listen to my Doorstep ahead of today‘s Foreign Affairs Council #FAC 👇 newsroom.consilium.europa.eu/events/2026051…

A pleasure to exchange with @mariaressa , @NobelPrize 🕊️2021 a great inspiration to never stop fighting for human rights. XB

Thank you to @blueorigin for an insightful visit of their LA office, focused on space resources, shortly after the opening of their new office in Luxembourg. Cooperating on space projects is as much about shaping the future as it is about delivering tangible innovations today.

Thank you @MilkenInstitute for the invitation to this year’s Global Conference. In times of economic & geopolitical uncertainty, dialogue & working towards shared objectives are crucial. Took part in panels & exchanged ideas with leaders from tech, finance, govt, and business.

Luxembourg pursues an active and engaged foreign policy. The faces behind our 🇱🇺 foreign policy are our diplomats. Once a year, the heads of mission of Luxembourg’s diplomatic representations come together in Luxembourg for the Diplomatic Conference.