Following a debate Tues from 09.00 with Cssr @piotrserafin.bsky.social, Parliament will adopt its negotiating mandate for the next EU long-term budget link.europa.eu/V6Rt74 @president.europarl.europa.eu, along with lead MEPs Mureșan and Tavares, will brief journalists at 14.00 link.europa.eu/jMt4nm

Tonight, @europarl.europa.eu remembers the victims of the Chornobyl disaster. Forty years later, its shockwaves are still being felt. To the communities who lost everything, and to the generations still living with its consequences: Europe stands with you.

📢This afternoon in @euds.europarl.europa.eu 🕒 19.00 – 20.30 🗣️Discussion about Tech Sovereignty, Security & Democracy w/ @hennavirkkunen.bsky.social 📄Docs: link.europa.eu/9ftK67 🔴Streaming: link.europa.eu/9CmgfT

Europe cannot face a new era with an outdated budget. On behalf of @europarl.europa.eu, my message to EU leaders in Nicosia was that Europe needs a budget that is fit for purpose and ready to deliver where and when it matters most.

“Europe cannot face a new era with an old budget.” Addressing today's informal EUCO in Cyprus, @president.europarl.europa.eu addressed the situation in the Middle East and its impact on energy prices, the ‘One Europe One Market’ roadmap and the EU long-term budget. 🔗 link.europa.eu/TJDTRR

EU Institutions agree Roadmap to achieve “One Europe, One Market” by end of 2027. @president.europarl.europa.eu : “This Roadmap reflects what the European Parliament has been calling for: a stronger, more competitive and resilient Europe." 🔗 link.europa.eu/TDyhXY

In Strasbourg plenary next week: - EU’s next long-term budget - Middle East & energy security - Justice for Ukraine - Defining rape based on lack of consent - Protecting dogs & cats - Proxy voting rights for MEPs - DMA implementation - RoL in the EU - Armenia - Sudan More: link.europa.eu/yH4Hb4

Next Tuesday, the European Parliament will adopt its negotiating position on the 2028-2034 EU budget, including how funds are allocated across programmes. Following the vote, MEPs will be ready to enter talks with the Council. 🔗 Find all the details: link.europa.eu/Vp3HNC

🤝‼️ Negotiators from @europarl.europa.eu & @cy2026eu.bsky.social have a provisional deal modernising rules to coordinate national social security systems, clarifying rules for 🇪🇺 mobile workers. Rapporteur @gabischoff.bsky.social 👏. Next ⏩ formal adoption by both institutions. Press release below.

Glad that two months after @europarl.europa.eu voted for and signed the €90 billion support loan to Ukraine, EU Member States have today also cleared it. Now we must act with urgency to get these funds where they are needed most. Ukraine needs this support on the ground now.

Statement of Parliament’s rapporteur for the Article 7 procedure for Hungary, following the ruling of the European Court of Justice on Hungary’s anti-LGBTIQ+ laws: "A victory for EU values" - Tineke Strik ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

EP this week: - @andriuskubilius.ec.europa.eu in @sede.europarl.europa.eu -Social security coordination negotiation - Enlargement debate in @afet.europarl.europa.eu - EP President attends informal EUCO - Plenary preparations - Pre-plenary press briefing on Friday at 11.00 🔗 link.europa.eu/3y99tn

Europe must unite to solve its problems. Peacefully, and in a cooperative way. This was the key message behind the Treaty of Paris, which was signed on this day in 1951. A guarantee of peace that changed the course of history. Learn more: link.europa.eu/jWy44d

How are EU laws made? Three key players work together to come up with a plan, discuss, tweak and finally pass a law ✅ Find out how ↓

Pope Leo XIV is not only the shepherd of the Roman Catholic flock across the globe, but a symbol of moral courage and clarity in a time where such compasses are increasingly needed.   His voice is one that Europeans of all faiths - and none - listen to, appreciate and respect.

EU long-term budget: MEPs want a 10% increase to support EU priorities On Wednesday MEPs endorsed their negotiating position on the 2028-2034 EU budget, including a breakdown of the amounts they want to allocate to each EU funding programme. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

Congratulations to Deaf (Sorda), winner of the 2026 LUX Audience Award! The film, which is a Spanish production, was chosen by the people as their favourite among the 5 nominated films.

2026 LUX Audience Award: press point after the ceremony EP vice-president Verheyen, a representative of the winner, the European Film Academy chair, and the honorary president of the selection panel will speak to the press on Tuesday at 19.15. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

Who will win the 2026 LUX Audience Award? 🎥 Join us live today from Brussels as we celebrate European cinema and reveal this year’s laureate, chosen by both the public and Members of the European Parliament. Tune in today at 18:00 to follow the livestream 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGtB...

Compromise amendments to the draft interim report on the Commission’s proposal for the 2028-2034 EU long-term budget are online: link.europa.eu/rMNvvB Vote in the @budg.europarl.europa.eu on Wednesday starting after 13.30 CET.

🔴 Live now link.europa.eu/qYDJhQ

The European Parliament and Council agree on new measures to protect the EU steel market from global overcapacity. EP President thanked rapporteurs @karinkarlsbro.bsky.social & @bernd-lange.bsky.social for securing a competitive future for European steel and defending it from unfair competition.

The European Parliament stands behind the democratic aspirations of the Iranian people and has highlighted their right to determine how they are governed. This Wednesday from 14.30, @afet.europarl.europa.eu will exchange with Iranian opposition voices. More details link.europa.eu/PBnC6j

On Wednesday, @budg.europarl.europa.eu is set to adopt its position on the next EU long-term budget. This Tuesday from 10.30, tune into a press conference with Siegfried Mureșan and Carla Tavares, the MEPs drafting the draft interim report on the 2028-2034 budget proposal. 🔗 link.europa.eu/QFC9PK

EP next week: @budg.europarl.europa.eu adopts position on the next EU long-term budget Iran opposition in @afet.europarl.europa.eu MEPs in @deve.europarl.europa.eu discuss the humanitarian situation in Lebanon @imco.europarl.europa.eu quizzes Temu LUX Audience Award 2026 🔗 link.europa.eu/CdJqJT

EP this week: @tran.europarl.europa.eu adopts position on revised EU vehicle registration rules @agri.europarl.europa.eu to greenlight deal strengthening farmers' position in the food chain @econ.europarl.europa.eu discusses economic governance w/ @vdombrovskis.bsky.social 🔗 link.europa.eu/cyTMvd

"A lasting peace is built on justice. The victims of Bucha remind us of the murders, torture, and abductions of people that took place in Ukraine because of Russia" EP Vice-President @martinhojsik.bsky.social at the commemoration of the victims at the Bucha Summit 2026.

A field visit to border infrastructure in Kuźnica (PL) concludes the 1st part of our mission on hybrid threats at EU Eastern borders. Yesterday MEPs met Polish authorities (Ministries of Interior and Defense, RCB) and Frontex. The delegation is now heading to Lithuania

A nine-member @imco.europarl.europa.eu delegation, led by @annacavazzini.bsky.social, is visiting Beijing and Shanghai from today. The first EP delegation to China in eight years, it will focus on shared digital and e-commerce challenges and fostering fair EU-China competition link.europa.eu/ggBxY4

EP this week: - @imco.europarl.europa.eu in China, focus on digital & e-commerce - @afet.europarl.europa.eu strategic partnerships in South Korea & Japan - @euds.europarl.europa.eu hybrid threats in Poland & Lithuania - @hous.europarl.europa.eu in Portugal -EU-Argentina ties 🔗 link.europa.eu/cyTMvd

Les députés ont approuvé 1,9 million d’euros pour soutenir 416 travailleurs belges ayant perdu leur emploi après la faillite de Casa International. Le FEM cofinancera la recherche d’emploi, l’orientation professionnelle et la formation aux compétences. 🔗 link.europa.eu/JWNK6v

Anti-corruption directive Parliament has adopted new EU-wide rules establishing a harmonised criminal law framework to prevent and combat corruption across the Union. 🔴Press conference with @president.europarl.europa.eu and rapporteur Raquel García Hermida-van der Walle: link.europa.eu/mgxYJB

🗳️Artificial Intelligence Act: delayed application, ban on nudifier apps MEPs have agreed on proposals to simplify artificial intelligence rules and propose clear application dates for high-risk system requirements and a ban on AI “nudifier” systems. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

🗳️EU US trade deal: MEPs set conditions for lowering tariffs on US products On Thursday, MEPs adopted their position on two proposals implementing the tariff aspects of the EU-US Turnberry trade deal. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

Proud of @europarl.europa.eu’s vote on the Artificial Intelligence simplification package. An important step to boost our competitiveness, reinforce our security, and protect our democratic systems. Delivered efficiently, at unprecedented speed.

🗳️Returns regulation: MEPs ready to start negotiations On Thursday, plenary endorsed the opening of talks with Council on the new legal framework for the return of people without the right to stay in the EU. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

🗳️Parliament greenlights EU anti-corruption rules On Thursday, Parliament adopted new EU-wide rules establishing a harmonised criminal law framework to prevent and combat corruption across the Union. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

🗳️New rules to address bank failures protecting taxpayers and depositors On Thursday, MEPs adopted new rules to expand the coverage of EU rules on the orderly resolution of failed banks to minimise economic disruption and protect depositors. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

🗳️Parliament adopts more stringent rules to reduce water pollution On Thursday, MEPs gate the final green light to new measures aimed at reducing groundwater and surface waters pollution and improving EU water quality standards. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

EU-US trade relations MEPs and @vdombrovskis.bsky.social discuss two proposals implementing tariff aspects of the 2025 Turnberry Agreement. EP’s position on the proposals will be put to a vote at 11.00. @bernd-lange.bsky.social hosts a press conference at 13h: link.europa.eu/6vB9d6

MEPs assess the results of the 19 March European Council On Wednesday, plenary debated the outcome of the 19 March EU summit with European Council President António Costa and Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

Opening: 25-26 March plenary session Roberta Metsola opened the plenary session in Brussels with a moment of silence to remember victims of terrorism, and recommit to combating radicalism, hatred and extremism. Details ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

Félicitations à Lille pour avoir été choisie comme siège de la nouvelle Autorité douanière européenne. Une étape importante pour renforcer la coordination entre les autorités nationales, protéger les citoyens et mieux lutter contre les menaces émergentes en Europe.

‼️ In plenary today, MEPs voted keep on tomorrow's agenda a vote on the EP position on extending an interim derogation to e-Privacy rules allowing the voluntary detection of child sexual abuse online. ➡️The voting session tomorrow will start at 11:00 CET.

🔴LIVE shortly - #EPlenary debate on the conclusions of the European Council meeting of 19 March 2026 WATCH ➡️ link.europa.eu/V6Rt74

‼️ONGOING - Council and Commission statements - Energy security, independence and supply in the geopolitical context - ensuring market stability and affordable energy for industry and citizens WATCH ⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/plenary/en/h...

In Brussels plenary this week Debates Wed: • EU summit outcome • Energy security • LGBTQ+ conversion practices Votes Thu: • EU-US trade • AI omnibus • EU returns rules • Water pollution rules • Bank protection • Anti-corruption law • Worker support 🔗 link.europa.eu/tnbHbc

✉️ ONLINE NOW - the #EPlenary briefing newsletter ahead of this week's session in Brussels, featuring: - March #EUCO - Vote on the EU US trade deal - Artificial intelligence: Parliament to vote on nudification ban - EU energy security and independence More details ➡️ link.europa.eu/tnbHbc

Meeting Ambassadors of the Gulf Cooperation Council to express @europarl.europa.eu’s solidarity following Iran’s indiscriminate attacks on Gulf states. Thanked them for efforts in facilitating safe return of EU citizens. Europe is committed to finding a way forward for peace, liberty & stability.

European parliamentarians welcome the security and trade deals with Australia 🇪🇺 🇦🇺 Statements 👇 www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...