Current situation in Ceuta: follow debate in Parliament’s @libe.europarl.europa.eu w/ Commissioner @magnusbrunner.bsky.social, Ceuta Mayor-President Juan Jesús Vivas Lara and ministers Fernando Grande-Marlaska (tbc) & @saizelma.bsky.social (tbc) on 6 August at 14.00 CET, live @ link.europa.eu/vtTTn3

What would make the EU stronger in the world? 🌍 🛡️ 39% of EU citizens chose defence and security, making it the top answer overall in the latest Eurobarometer survey. But priorities vary across countries 👀   See how your country compares: link.europa.eu/TJB8hy

Mobile data, calls, messages... family doesn't charge you extra for visiting them!   This summer and any other time, travel between these 32 countries and use your mobile phone at no extra cost thanks to the EU's Roam Like at Home area 📱

Real or AI? Expect less guessing.   From 2 August, under new EU rules, anyone using generative AI professionally must be clear about: • AI content that could be mistaken for real • public-interest text that isn’t human-reviewed • chatbots interacting with users   AI Modified ©nejdetduzen/Adobe Stock

Albania's strong progress on its EU accession path.   Parliament praises Albania's strong progress in recent years and acknowledges its ambition to finish EU accession negotiations by 2027. Albania’s path to EU membership will depend on how effectively it implements key reforms.

📍 Statement by @libe.europarl.europa.eu Chair Javier Zarzalejos on the situation in Ceuta 👇 www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

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Today Javier Zarzalejos (EPP, Spain), Chair of the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs, expressed concern regarding recent developments in Ceuta.

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Still working? Don't throw it away.   The right to repair is being boosted by making repair more appealing and affordable to consumers. Spare parts at fair prices, repair information, timely repairs and more.   Learn more: link.europa.eu/pw8WbX

More that 7,000 victims of human trafficking are registered in the EU every year.   In 2024, the European Parliament strengthened EU laws to fight trafficking, with tougher penalties and better protection for victims.   Learn more: link.europa.eu/PJkvRd

Renewed commitment to EU accession much needed.   Parliament urges the country’s political leaders to renew their commitment to EU membership and implement long-overdue reforms without delay.   Read more:  link.europa.eu/tjD9V7

Long-distance driving in Europe is getting simpler for electric vehicles 🚗💨 New rules adopted by the European Parliament define where chargers and hydrogen stations must be placed for cars, trucks, and buses across major EU roads, so drivers always know where to refuel.   🎞️ Thelma and Louise (1991)

Booked your holiday stay yet?   If you’re trying to find an environmentally friendly option, then keep an eye out for the EU Ecolabel.   It guarantees that a certified accommodation does business in a sustainable way.

German and EU flags in front of the Parliament fly at half-mast as a sign of solidarity with the victims of the Berlin Pride attack. @president.europarl.europa.eu: “Hate and violence have no place in our Europe of freedom and respect. We stand united against those who seek to sow fear and division.”

Montenegro best prepared candidate to become 28th EU member country.   Parliament welcomes Montenegro’s steady progress on EU-related reforms, supported by its ambition to complete negotiations by the end of 2026 and become the EU’s 28th member state by 2028.   Read more: link.europa.eu/tjD9V7

Today, our thoughts are with the victims of the attack in Berlin, their families and everyone attending the Christopher Street Day celebrations. Hate and violence have no place in our Europe of freedom and respect. We will continue to stand together against those who seek to spread fear & division.

Wishing you could bring your pet on holidays? 🐾✈️☀️ When travelling within the EU, you can! Here's everything you need to know before packing for your four-legged travel buddy link.europa.eu/JpYXYN

✈️ Heading abroad this summer? Pack your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) too. ✅ Free ✅ Valid across the EU + 🇮🇸 🇱🇮 🇳🇴 🇨🇭 🇬🇧 ✅ Access necessary state healthcare during temporary stays Get your EHIC before you travel 🔗 europa.eu/youreurope/c...

New Eurobarometer data is in! Wondering what Europeans think about EU membership? Turns out, nearly three quarters think that being in the EU has been good for their country. See how many also view it as a plus for democracy, stability, and security: link.europa.eu/TJB8hy

Fifteen years ago today, 77 lives were taken - most of them young - on an island that should have been a place of summer, friendship, and first ideas about the world they wanted to build. On that day, Norway grieved, and Europe grieved with it. Utøya. Oslo. We remember.

🚊Summer means more journeys by rail across Europe.   To help make future cross-border trips smoother, Parliament has adopted new rules to improve railway capacity coordination.    Learn more about Parliament's position ↓ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

Come on in, the water is fine! 84,8% of monitored bathing sites in the EU are judged as excellent. This is thanks to systematic monitoring and management introduced under the EU's Bathing Water Directive. Explore your country's results in our infographic ↓

On Nelson Mandela International Day, we remember a leader whose words still inspire.   His message centres on human dignity, democracy and freedom of thought: values that guide the European Parliament.   Watch clips from his June 1990 speech: youtu.be/4GkwO6w7WOQ

47 years ago today, history was made.   Simone Veil became the first President of the directly elected European Parliament and the first woman to lead an EU institution. To this day, her legacy inspires generations to follow.

Serbia must show real commitment to EU values.   Progress towards EU membership of Serbia only possible with rule of law reforms and stronger democratic standards. Serbia must normalize relations with Kosovo. Free and fair elections needed to solve political crisis.

Parliament welcomes Ukraine's progress on reforms for EU membership, amid ongoing war.   Ukraine has made progress on judicial reform and anti-corruption, but critical work remains.   Ukraine's momentum on the battlefield must be supported and pressure on Russia increased.

The EU day for victims of the global climate crisis remembers those lost to the climate crisis. In 2026, Europe experienced its third-warmest spring on record. Parliament held a debate on how to respond to heatwaves and wildfires last week. Find out more: link.europa.eu/VHNfJw

Ten years ago today, Europe was shaken by the horrific terrorist attack in Nice. A decade later, we remember the 86 lives taken, the hundreds injured, and the families forever changed by that night. We will never forget 🇪🇺🇫🇷

Parliament wants companies to guarantee that the use of social media and the digital environment is safe, particularly for children and young people. Learn more: link.europa.eu/4TRjFp

Moldova is making solid progress on its EU path despite Russian interference. Parliament praises Moldova for its commitment to accession. EU support for Moldova is unwavering, including for its territorial integrity. The country aims to conclude accession negotiations by 2028.

On Tuesday, 9:30 CET, @budg.europarl.europa.eu & @cont.europarl.europa.eu will discuss with Commissioners Raffaele Fitto, @piotrserafin.bsky.social & @michaelmcgratheu.bsky.social plans to unlock up to €16 billion in EU funds for Hungary. Details➡️ link.europa.eu/yKw6Gh Live➡️ link.europa.eu/GMBwxX

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The digital euro would be an electronic means of payment issued by the @ecb.europa.eu It would complement, not replace, cash and existing private payment solutions. Parliament is now ready to start negotiations on the legislation, to have a digital euro in 2029. Find out more: link.europa.eu/nTfQKm