Women. Life. Freedom.

Proud to announce that the winners of the 2023 Sakharov Prize are #MahsaAmini & #WomenLifeFreedom Movement in Iran.

These brave women, men & young people have inspired the world through their fight for equality, liberty & dignity.

زن زندگی آزادی

I met with Roberta Metsola Roberta Metsola to thank European Parliament for supporting Ukraine.

We have almost completed the seven EC recommendations and will be ready to open EU accession talks this year.

We also discussed further sanctions and steps to counter Russian propaganda.

A sombre moment in Granada after the brutal attack killing civilians in Kupiansk.

With Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський, I expressed Europe's solidarity.

As European Parliament votes on €50 billion Ukraine Facility for country's recovery, EU accession talks can start this year once conditions are met.

🔴 LIVE: MEPs scrutinise the European Commission during the State of the EU debate ↓ x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses today European Parliament 'This total war now that is being waged by Russia - it is not only for territory[...] After Ukraine's European way of life, they want to destroy the European way of life as such' 🔗 epinsta.eu/Zelenskyy@EP

In a formal sitting at 11.30, the President of the Slovak Republic Zuzana Čaputová will outline her vision to MEPs on how to address the current challenges facing the EU 🔗 europarl.europa.eu/plenary/en/hom…

We do not recognise Russia’s sham referenda.

We do not recognise Kremlin’s illegal annexation.

We #StandWithUkraine 🇪🇺🇺🇦

Few have shaped global history like Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Her unbreakable commitment to duty and service was an example to all.

The world mourns with her people in the United Kingdom and beyond.

She was truly Queen Elizabeth the Great.

May she rest in peace.

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'With an illegal war on our continent, the Czech Presidency comes at a turning point in history. Our next steps will be decisive for our common future.'

Members discussed priorities of the 🇨🇿🇪🇺 Czech Presidency with Prime Minister Petr Fiala

Read more ➡️eptwitter.eu/q8eg

Members held a minute of silence in memory of former President Lord Henry Plumb. Roberta Metsola: “The European Parliament mourns the loss of a president, a gentleman, a great European, and a passionate believer in the power of politics to improve lives” epinsta.eu/LordHenryPlumb

Participants of the Conference on the Future of Europe gathered for one last time to put forward a set of proposals for a stronger EU.

#COFOEU adopted 325 proposals for EU reforms! On Europe Day on 9 May the final report will be presented in Strasbourg.
europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-…

Разом ми досягнемо успіху: ласкаво просимо до нової сторінки Європарламенту в Twitter українською мовою! Тут ви дізнаєтеся останні новини про те, як ЄС підтримує Україну в її боротьбі - Голова Європарламенту Роберта Мецола

Appalled by atrocities of Russian army in #Bucha & other liberated areas.

This is cold reality of Putin’s war crimes.

World must be aware of what is happening. Tougher sanctions must be imposed.

Perpetrators & their commanders must be brought to justice.

#StandWithUkraine️

'I am here, as a representative of the European Parliament, of the people of Europe, to tell you one thing: We are with you.

The courage & defiance of your families, the proud defenders of Ukraine will inspire generations.'

Read: eptwitter.eu/q69d

My address to Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine - Ukrainian Parliament:

Ukraine needs help. Urgently.

#StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

In 5 weeks, 4 million Ukrainian families found temporary homes in close countries.

Thanking Poland for mobilising to welcome more than 2.5 million people in their cities, towns & villages.

EU will continue showing solidarity with hosting countries.

We will remain united.