The plan to disarm Hamas in Gaza, if fully implemented, would be a constructive step towards peace. I welcome the deal brokered by the US, with the support of Egypt, Qatar, Türkiye, and @nmladenov. (1/4)

I spoke by phone today with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi about the situation in the Gulf, as well as Russia's war against Ukraine, which Moscow has further intensified in recent days. (1/4)

Diversity and tolerance are among the foundations of our democracies. The abhorrent attack on Berlin’s Pride parade was an assault on our free and open societies. (1/2)

Russia’s indiscriminate attacks on Kyiv and other regions cause civilian casualties by design, not by accident. The strike on Latvia’s Honorary Consulate in Slovyansk underscores Moscow’s utter disregard for international law. Latvia has our full support. (1/2)

While the world’s attention is on the war in the Middle East, we can’t lose sight of Iran’s repression against its own people. (1/3)

Relations between the EU and the Philippines are on a positive trajectory. Today, we are upgrading our ties towards an Enhanced Partnership. This means closer coordination on foreign and security issues and on areas that matter to our citizens - from trade to climate, digital and connectivity.(1/3)

EU-UK cooperation on foreign policy, security, and defence has never been more important. There is strong momentum to deepen and accelerate our Security and Defence Partnership. (1/3)

Recent threats by Yemen’s Houthis to impose a maritime blockade on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and pose a direct threat to regional stability and constitute a dangerous escalation. (1/2)

We have agreed on the 21st sanctions package against Russia. It delivers sweeping measures targeting Moscow’s financial system, its military-industrial complex and energy sector, that keep Russia's war economy running. (1/5)

We’re turning up the pressure on Russia’s shadow fleet. The oil tanker MV SOUTH STAR, suspected of sailing under false flag in breach of international maritime law, has been boarded on 20 July by Operation @EUNAVFOR_MED IRINI forces for flag verification. (1/3)

The EU remains firmly committed to supporting the UN-led efforts on Cyprus. I had a good call today with the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy, Maria Angela Holguín, ahead of her visit to Brussels and the UN Secretary-General’s upcoming visit to Cyprus. (1/2)

Opening an EU Delegation in Muscat is a milestone in our relations. It is a clear signal of our commitment - to Oman, to the Gulf, and to stronger security partnerships with the region. (1/2)

Their work helps keep some of the world's most vital shipping lanes open. Aspides has already protected more than 670 merchant vessels against the threat of Houthi attacks, while Atalanta is playing a pivotal role in combatting piracy and deterring arms trafficking off the Somali coast. (2/2)

EU naval operations EUNAVFOR ASPIDES and ATALANTA are indispensable to safeguarding maritime security in the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. It was impressive to see the professionalism and commitment of the crews on the Italian and Spanish navy vessels firsthand. (1/2)

Ethiopia is a valued partner for the European Union and one of Africa’s most influential countries. It was good to meet with Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos Hessebon in Addis Ababa today. (1/3)

This is a historic year for EU-India relations, with our cooperation deepening across trade, technology, security and defence. It was good to speak today with @DrSJaishankar about taking our partnership further, including on maritime security. (1/2)

The wider Middle East is stuck in a dangerous cycle of attacks, counterattacks, and fragile ceasefires. Iran’s strikes on commercial shipping violate international law and the Memorandum of Understanding. (1/3)

We’re sanctioning Russia at speed and scale. Today’s measures, together with the upcoming 21st sanctions package, will add 250 individuals and entities to the Russia sanctions regime. (1/3)

Europe is a reliable partner to the Gulf. Today, the EU and Bahrain launched negotiations on a new Strategic Partnership Agreement. (1/3)

The exchanges of fire between the US and Iran further complicate already fraught talks to end the war. Iran’s attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait are unacceptable. (1/3)

🇪🇺 🇱🇺 🇧🇪 Team Europe On our way to the #NATO summit in Ankara.

It was good to meet with SACEUR General Grynkewich ahead of the NATO Summit in Ankara. At the Summit, our priority will be to turn rising defence budgets into real military power for our collective defence. To create a stronger Europe in a stronger NATO. (1/2)

The EU will always support the security of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the stability of the region. Here at EUFOR Althea, we help strengthen the country’s defence capabilities. (1/2) Extract of my address to troops at EUFOR Althea ↓

Words of condemnation alone will not stop attacks on Kyiv. Only sustained military support for Ukraine and increased pressure on Moscow can do that. This week, the EU has started disbursing €6 billion under the €90 billion support loan to strengthen Kyiv’s defences. (1/3)

The stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina are of strategic importance to the EU. In Sarajevo today, I met with the Presidency and political leaders to discuss the situation ahead of the elections and the appointment of the next High Representative (1/2)

Türkiye is a key partner on security, migration, and energy, as well as an EU candidate country. It was good to speak with President Erdoğan today about further strengthening EU–Türkiye relations and the importance of good neighbourly relations. (1/2)

I held a call with @delcyrodriguezv following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. I conveyed the EU's full solidarity with the Venezuelan people and our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost loved ones. (1/3)

I am pleased to announce that Kajsa Ollongren will be the new Secretary General of the EU External Action Service.

It was good to be back in Amman for talks with League of Arab States counterparts. (1/6)🧵

Russia is not winning this war. And Ukraine is now stronger on the battlefield. Today, with EU leaders, we will discuss how to further increase pressure on the Kremlin and push it towards negotiations. The swift adoption of our 21st package of sanctions will be an important step in that direction.