Austria has adopted its first Africa Strategy — developed in close consultation with our African partners. We are committed to deepening cooperation on shared priorities, including UN reform, to advance fairer representation and a more effective multilateral system. 🌍🤝

We strongly condemn Russia’s drone strike on a residential building in #Romania. Romania has our full solidarity.

We strongly condemn Russia’s threats and acts of intimidation against #Latvia, #Lithuania and #Estonia. The EU stands united against #Russia’s hybrid escalation and is ready to respond.

Die 🇦🇹Botschaft in Tel Aviv steht zu den in 🇮🇱 in Gewahrsam befindlichen 3 österr. Teilnehmenden an der Gaza-Hilfsflottille in engem Austausch mit den 🇮🇱 Behörden und setzt alle Schritte, um die Betroffenen bestmöglich zu unterstützen und ihre baldige Ausreise zu ermöglichen. (1/3)

Current developments make it clear: We need an even stronger EU - economically, politically & also when it comes to our security. #EuropeDay is a call for action - to continue shaping our future with the firm conviction that it lies in a strong, united & democratic Europe! 🇦🇹 🇪🇺 youtu.be/9WBaE_htUQ0

🎥 Live um +/- 16:00: #Europarede von @BMeinl im Wien-Museum anlässlich des Europatages 2026 youtube.com/live/6VhHFQr...

We have called numerous times for a comprehensive and lasting #ceasefire in #Ukraine. We call on Moscow to respond positively to President Zelensky‘s offer and prepare the ground for constructive and inclusive negotiations.

Timely first EU-Armenia #Summit, underpinning our joint strategic agenda for security, prosperity and stability based on common values. Our relations have never been closer, among them connectivity & trade, visa liberalisation dialogue, fighting #FIMI and #disinformation. (1/2)

We strongly condemn #Iran’s unprovoked missile and drone strikes against our Gulf partners and express our full solidarity with the #UAE and #Oman. These attacks have to end immediately, de-escalation and a diplomatic solution are urgently needed.

Journalists often risk their lives —especially in conflict zones. In 2025, 129 were killed. Press freedom is under threat worldwide. On #WorldPressFreedomDay we reaffirm that independent media are the cornerstone of democracy—Austria stands committed to defending them.

🎥 Live at +/- 13:30: Joint press conference with FM @BMeinl and her Turkish counterpart @HakanFidan 🇦🇹🤝🇹🇷 youtube.com/live/RceFtM_...

40 years after the #Chornobyl catastrophe, Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s nuclear energy infrastructure once again pose a grave threat to nuclear safety. We call on Russia to immediately stop these attacks and fully cooperate with @iaeaorg.

#Belarus’ decision to label the European Humanities University in Vilnius as an “extremist organisation” in addition to new laws worsening discrimination against the LGBTIQ+ community marks yet another blatant violation of #human rights and fundamental freedoms.

Heute vor 70 Jahren ist Österreich dem #Europarat beigetreten. 🇦🇹 Ein Meilenstein auf unserem Weg zu einer gemeinsamen europäischen Zukunft – getragen von #Demokratie, Rechtsstaatlichkeit, Menschenrechten und unserem gemeinsamen Einsatz für Sicherheit und #Stabilität in Europa.

Today, Austria joined the Enlarged Partial Agreement (EPA) of the Special Tribunal on the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. #Accountability is a key trajectory of Austria’s foreign policy. There can be no lasting peace in Ukraine without accountability.

Zum Reinhören: Roundtable im Außenministerium zur Afrika-Strategie der österreichischen Bundesregierung. oe1.orf.at/player/20260...

The #Russian Supreme Court’s decision to label Nobel Peace Prize laureate #Memorial as an extremist organization is yet another incomprehensible and drastic step of repression against fundamental freedoms and accountability in Russia and beyond.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the #ceasefire agreed by the United States and Iran www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/pre...

Grateful to be elected to the UN-Commission on the Status of Women for 2027–2031. Austria will continue to work with partners to advance gender equality and uphold the rights and opportunities of women and girls worldwide.

Die Waffenpause im Iran-Krieg ist eine wichtige Verschnaufpause. Jetzt muss verhandelt werden. Was in diesem Krieg passiert, hat unmittelbare Auswirkungen auch auf uns in Österreich. Deshalb ist es in unserem Interesse, alles zu unternehmen, um eine diplomatische Lösung zu finden.

Heute früh habe ich live aus Riad mit dem Ö1 Morgenjournal über die aktuellen Entwicklungen gesprochen. Nachzuhören hier: oe1.orf.at/player/20260...

Ich hatte heute ein Telefonat mit dem iranischen Außenminister Abbas Araghtschi. Wir haben die Lage im Iran und die sich zuspitzende Eskalation im Nahen Osten besprochen. Diplomatische Lösungen und Schritte zur Deeskalation sind dringend erforderlich.

The world calls for Easter peace. Ukraine proposes a weekend ceasefire — yet Russia responds with unprecedented attacks on cities, causing civilian casualties. This war must stop. We urge Russia to engage in meaningful talks and agree to a full, unconditional ceasefire.

On the anniversary of the Bucha massacre, we honour the victims as RU’s attacks on UA continue unabated. Even as war rages in the Middle East, RU’s aggression remains the greatest threat to our security. We will ensure full accountability. This war must end with a lasting peace.

🎥  Live um +/- 14:30: Roundtable „Better Regulation, Stronger Competition and Greater Prosperity“: youtube.com/live/1SULDpz...

🎥  Live um +/- 10:30: Präsentation des OECD-Wirtschaftsberichts zu 🇦🇹: youtube.com/live/MF7lpQA...

🎥 Live um 14:00 Uhr: Sicherheitsupdate zur Lage im Nahen Osten: youtube.com/live/BUir0Hp...

#Sicherheitsupdate zur aktuellen Situation im Nahen Osten

Women’s rights apply at all times and everywhere. On International Women’s Day, we reaffirm: advancing gender equality worldwide is a core priority of Austrian foreign policy. ♀️🌍 #InternationalWomensDay2026

#Georgia continues to break its commitments by enacting legislation contrary to democratic & fundamental rights. The EU is therefore suspending visa-free travel for Georgian holders of diplomatic, service or official passports. bsky.app/profile/kaja...

Congratulations to @AmbMonicaJuma on her appointment as Director General of UN Office at Vienna and Executive Director of UNODC. (1/2)

🎥 Live um 14:00 Uhr: Sicherheitsupdate zur Lage im Nahen Osten: youtube.com/live/BnVgcCS...

‼️ Sicherheitsupdate zur aktuellen Situation im Nahen Osten‼️(1/2)

🎥 Live um 14:00 Uhr: Sicherheitsupdate zur Lage im Nahen Osten: youtube.com/live/UQmPp_2...

Gestern ist es dem #TeamBMEIA gelungen, mit einem Flug aus #Riyadh 243 Personen und mit einem Flug aus #Maskat 173 Personen sicher nach Österreich zu bringen. (1/3)

#Russia continues to target Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Today, the IAEA Board of Governors sent a strong signal: these attacks pose serious risks to nuclear safety. Russia must end its war of aggression! Preventing a nuclear incident with global consequences is imperative.

Heute ist in Wien eine vom #TeamBMEIA gemeinsam mit den Botschaften organisierte Maschine aus Maskat gelandet. Es ist uns gelungen, 151 Personen sicher nach 🇦🇹 zu bringen. Weitere Flüge sind für morgen aus Riyadh und Maskat geplant. (1/3)

‼️ Sicherheitsupdate zur aktuellen Situation im Nahen Osten‼️

‼️ Sicherheitsupdate zur aktuellen Situation im Nahen Osten‼️(1/2)

🎥 Live um 14:00 Uhr: Sicherheitsupdate zur Lage im Nahen Osten: youtube.com/live/8zxN8Fp...

‼️ Sicherheitsupdate zur aktuellen Situation im Nahen Osten‼️(1/2)

Iranian Ambassador summoned to convey strong protest against Iran’s inexcusable and indiscriminate attacks across Middle East. Urge #Iran not to further.

🎥 Live um 14:00 Uhr: Pressestatement zur Lage im Nahen Osten: youtube.com/live/9atE5jA...

Wir verfolgen und evaluieren die aktuellen Entwicklungen in Israel und im Iran laufend. Im Außenministerium tagt dazu ein Krisenstab.

Gute Nachrichten! Die geplante Ausweitung von „Roam like at Home“ auf den Westbalkan ist ein echter Gewinn für Bürgerinnen und Bürger, Reisende und Unternehmen. Keine Roaming-Gebühren mehr zwischen #EU und #Westbalkan - das stärkt Austausch, Wirtschaft und Zusammenhalt in Europa!

Today, we are entering the fifth year of Russia‘s unjustified war of aggression against #Ukraine and its people. It is our common responsibility to support Ukraine until #Russia finally ends these brutal attacks, ends this unjustified war, ends this horrible killing.

Die fortgesetzten Attacken auf die Zivilbevölkerung im #Sudan sind inakzeptabel! Das Töten muss endlich ein Ende haben. Zivilistinnen und Zivilisten sowie humanitäre Helferinnen und Helfer dürfen niemals Ziel von Gewalt sein!

Austria condemns the #Israeli’s security cabinet’s decision to expand control in the West Bank which violates international law. Working towards a two-state solution, in which Israelis and Palestinians live side-by-side, is the only way to achieve sustainable #peace. (1/2)

Yet again, #Russia has launched heavy attacks against Ukraine‘s energy infrastructure to break the civilian population‘s morale. We once again call on Russia to stop the war and engage earnestly in peace negotiations. (1/2)

Deeply shocked by the heinous terrorist attack in #Islamabad today. We strongly condemn all acts of terrorism & violent extremism. We stand with the people of 🇵🇰 during this difficult time and extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and all those affected.