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Council lists 15 individuals and one entity

The Council decided today to impose restrictive measures on 15 individuals and one entity responsible for serious human rights violations…

Sudan: Council strengthens EU sanctions regime by targeting gold trade

The Council decided to strengthen the EU's restrictive measures concerning Sudan by introducing new sectoral measures targeting the war…

Council adopts assistance measure to support the Republic of Moldova’s air defence

The Council adopted an assistance measure worth €120 million under the European Peace Facility in support of the Armed Forces of the…

Council appoints a new EU Special Representative for Kosovo

The Council appointed a new EU Special Representative (EUSR) for Kosovo, and extended the mandates of the current EUSRs for Bosnia and…

Armenia: EU launches partnership mission to support the country's resilience

The Council is launching today the EU Partnership Mission in Armenia (EUPM Armenia) under the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP).

Council gives final clearance for stronger air passenger rights

The Council gave its final green light on a new law aiming at simplifying, clarifying and strengthening air passenger rights.

Council adopts targeted measures to support farmers facing high fertiliser costs

The Council has today formally adopted a regulation introducing targeted measures to help European farmers address the sharp increase in…

Statement on behalf of the European Union denouncing Russia’s malicious cyber ecosystem targeting th

The EU and its member states denounce Russia’s malicious cyber activities and leveraging of a cyber ecosystem encompassing state and non…

European semester 2026: Council adopts country-specific recommendations

The Council adopted its recommendations on the economic, social, employment, structural and budgetary policies of each member state, part…

Council opens excessive deficit procedure for Bulgaria

The Council today opened an excessive deficit procedure (EDP) concerning Bulgaria.