Russia/Ukraine: Statement by HR/VP @JosepBorrellF on the agreement on export of grains.
RT @JosepBorrellF: Russia‘s illegal invasion of Ukraine has left millions at risk of hunger.
Today‘s #Istanbul agreement is a step in the right direction. We call for its swift implementation.
Welcome efforts by @UN and Turkey.
The #EU is committed to continue helping export Ukraine’s grain.
When the Russian aggression against Ukraine started, this exhibition remained homeless. The @eu_eeas gave it a home”. SG @SanninoEU opens #UnfoldingLandscapes, presenting artworks of 42 Ukrainian contemporary artists. Visit it at @ArtHistoryBRU until 18 September. Free entrance
RT @ExtSpoxEU: Singapore: With another execution in 🇸🇬,🇪🇺 recalls fundamental opposition to #deathpenalty as inhumane,irreversible punishment, unacceptable denial of dignity, fails to act as a deterrent to crime.🇸🇬 should impose moratorium on it in line w/worldwide trend https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/singapore-statement-spokesperson-carrying-out-yet-another-death-penalty_en
RT @ExtSpoxEU: Iraq: 🇪🇺 condemns attack in Dohuk province killing & injuring civilians. Targeting civilians is against international law. Those responsible should be investigated and held accountable. 🇪🇺 continues to support 🇮🇶 sovereignty.
https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/iraq-statement-spokesperson-attack-dohuk-province_en
RT @JosepBorrellF: We are listing today another major Russian Bank, Sberbank, and are adding further individuals involved in Russia’s unprovoked aggression against Ukraine, such as military officials, the Nighwolves motorcycle club and disinformation actors.
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RT @JosepBorrellF: We are extending the exemption of transactions for agricultural products & transfer of oil to 3rd countries. The EU is doing its part to ensure we can overcome the looming global food crisis. It is up to Russia, to stop bombing Ukraine’s fields & silos and stop blocking ports
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RT @JosepBorrellF: Today, we are taking another step to curtail Russia’s capacity to continue to finance its aggression against Ukraine.
We are effectively banning Russia’s most significant export after energy – Russian gold.
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RT @JosepBorrellF: Participated at Ministerial Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting.
EU Member States agreed to mobilise 5th tranche of military assistance of €500M to further support Ukraine‘s Armed Forces. EU remains focused & steadfast in its support for Ukraine, together w partners. @SecDef
RT @EU_Partnerships: Education means...
✅ empowerment
✅ opportunity
✅ progress
✅ hope
Education is key to a more sustainable, safe, inclusive and prosperous future for all. What does education mean to you?
RT @JosepBorrellF: A decade since Russian authorities introduced the law on “foreign agents”, censorship is at its highest.
EU strongly condemns the systematic attempts to instigate fear on Russian civil society, human rights defenders & independent media, which we will continue supporting.
#Timetoact is now to ensure global #foodsecurity. While Russia’s aggression against Ukraine continues, EU helps partners
The “#TeamEurope Global Food Security Response”:
-assisting in solidarity
-boosting production
-getting Ukrainian grain to market
-committed to multilateralism
"I'm from Odesa. We never get discouraged. We always smile, no matter what" Tatiana only left her hometown because her daughter insisted.
Now, she wants to go back.
"Of course I am going to go back to rebuild Odesa. I have things to do at home", she says. #FacesOfUkraine
RT @JosepBorrellF: Recent cyber-attacks claimed by pro-Russian hacker groups are yet another example of the increasing cyber threats in the context of Russia's aggression against Ukraine. They need to stop. We will continue to work to prevent and respond to these actions.
RT @JosepBorrellF: The start of its accession negotiations is a huge achievement for Albania & EU
Albania’s full alignment with EU foreign policy & its role at the @UN Security Council reflect the country's strategic direction
We will continue walking our EU path together
RT @JosepBorrellF: Today’s proposal will incentivise common procurement of military equipment & strengthen European defence industrial base
Our defence investment gaps analysis has pointed at urgent needs. In current circumstances we need to spend more, better&together
"In the current difficult geopolitical context, it is important to strengthen the dialogue among partners. Azerbaijan is an important partner for the EU and our cooperation is intensifying." HR/VP @JosepBorrellF after EU-Azerbaijan Cooperation Council. ⤵ http://europa.eu/!Nb6fb8
RT @JosepBorrellF: Chaired a fruitful Cooperation Council with #Azerbaijan Foreign Minister @bayramov_jeyhun
The EU and Azerbaijan maintain close contact in these times of geopolitical challenges.
Expressed full support to peace building efforts in the South Caucasus
RT @JosepBorrellF: Today is a breakthrough for North Macedonia, Western Balkans and EU
Full alignment to EU foreign policy is not a technical nor transactional exercise. We do not take it for granted
EU and North Macedonia need each other and are stronger together
🔴 LIVE NOW: HR/VP @JosepBorrellF delivers opening remarks at the Intergovernmental Conference on the Accession of 🇦🇱 Albania. https://nitter.eu/i/broadcasts/1jMJgeLZEelKL
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