Politics —
Venezuela: the people break the shackles of hate
di Gianni BorsaOn 17 December, the European Parliament awarded the Sakharov Prize to the leaders of the democratic opposition in Venezuela. There…
Politics —
Migrants: EU, “we recognise the aspirations of those who leave their countries. Combat smuggling. Promote legal pathways”
Plenary session —
EU Parliament: voting for Bruna Szego as President of the Anti-Money Laundering Authority. New Committees on security, health, democracy and housing
EU Parliament: Sakharov Prize awarded at the plenary session. Debates on Syria and Georgia
Statement —
Council of Europe: Mrcela (Greco) about Anti-Corruption Day, “States must take determined action to protect democracy”
Georgia: Berset (Council of Europe), concern about political deadlock and violence. “Democracy and freedom must be respected”
Council of Europe: two dates on the calendar. Child abuse and history teaching
EU Parliament: another “militaristic” resolution. More weapons to Ukraine, including aircraft and missiles
Politics —
Council of Europe: Berset (Secretary General), ceasefire in Lebanon is “fragile step towards protection of civilian populations”. End violence in Gaza
Politics —
Von der Leyen gets the nod from EU parliament, albeit with a smaller majority
di Gianni BorsaThe European Parliament gave the green light to the College of Commissioners. However, with a divided majority, the executive’s journey…
Address to European Parliament —
EU Commission: Von der Leyen in Strasbourg. “Managing migration with an approach that guarantees sovereignty and solidarity”
Speech at European Parliament —
