Today’s agreement between Cambodia and Thailand is an important milestone for peace. We commend President Trump and Malaysia as ASEAN Chair for their efforts in sealing the deal. The EU is ready to support its implementation, including by facilitating de-mining in the border region.

Just your average morning in #Brussels… (hope Grand Duke Guillaume enjoyed visiting all the nice building sites)

Today, we lay out Europe’s Defence Roadmap. With clear objectives, European Flagships, and milestones on the path to 2030. A strong, resilient and innovative EU defence industry will deliver the capabilities Europe needs. Our work continues at the European Council next week.⁩

Major media outlets reject Pentagon reporting rules US and international news outlets including AFP, The New York Times, AP and Fox News on Tuesday declined to sign new restrictive Pentagon media rules, meaning they will be stripped of their press access credentials u.afp.com/SmvP

🚨🚨"If the Tory party wants to be once more in the 21st century the party it was in the 20th — a natural home for successful people — it must again become a place in which pro-Europeans are not only welcome but can hold high office. " @stephenkb.bsky.social on #brexit & the Tory party:

The posters are hanging on every wall here at the College. Her piercing, inquisitive eyes staring at you are very moving. #CoEwithUkraine

Not the worst work commute

We welcome the agreement between Rwanda and the DRC supported by President Trump. The EU is ready to support the peace process, President Kagame. Because it will pave way for regional integration – and investment. Starting right now.

BREAKING: Hamas said it agreed to release all Israeli hostages, alive or dead, under the terms of US President Trump's Gaza proposal, and signaled readiness to immediately enter mediated negotiations to discuss the details reut.rs/48JaKN9

Tiktok deleted several bots following an “emergency meeting” with the @ec.europa.eu on the Czech elections, a spokesperson said today. Read my article at @euractiv.com: www.euractiv.com/news/commiss...

Rare screenshot from the other side, to announce that I’ve taken up a new role @collegeofeurope.bsky.social 🎉. I’ll be helping Federica Mogherini implement her vision for the future of the College & coordinate the work of its young and dynamic Heads of Services’ team

Come work with us 🚨 We are looking for a #postdoc in our @aimediademlab.bsky.social lab. Profile: Comm sci / poli sci/ computational social science. Great team, timely topocs, fabulous city, good conditions. DL 🗓️ November 1 werkenbij.uva.nl/en/vacancies...

In today’s Playbook: -What everyone’s saying after yesterday’s EUCO -EPC: Macron’s baby, Europe’s maybe -Mette Frederiksen: old Costa or new von der Leyen? -Fresh juicy European Parliament intel from @maxgriera.bsky.social And more, much more than this. Check it out! www.politico.eu/newsletter/b...

Romania detects another Russian drone incursion. “at 18.23, F 16 aircraft detected a drone in national airspace, which they tracked until approximately 20 km SW of Chilia Veche, when it disappeared from the radar…a Russian drone crashed in Chilia” adevarul.ro/stiri-intern...

Denmark has chosen the Franco-Italian SAMP/T air defense system over US Patriots, in a massive win for Paris and a blow to Donald Trump.

Expressed my full solidarity with Foreign Minister @radek-sikorski.bsky.social and Poland in the aftermath of Russia's provocations. I am glad Dutch F-35 pilots were able to contribute to the security of the Polish-NATO airspace. We stand shoulder to shoulder to counter the Russian threat.

Download the RECLAIM Toolkit for Media Literacy & deliver successful trainings on #MediaLiteracy, with lectures, interactive activities & group discussions! More on @tepsa.bsky.social's website ➡️ https://tepsa.eu/analysis/reclaim-toolkit-for-media-literacy/#MediaLiteracy

EU member states refused to greenlight the bloc’s #anti-coercion #instrument to counter #tariff threats from the #UnitedStates, says EU trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič (@marossefcovic.bsky.social): “I can tell you, there was no appetite for this at all.” borderlex.net/2025/09/10/s...

Last night in Poland we saw the most serious European airspace violation by Russia since the war began, and indications suggest it was intentional, not accidental. I am in contact with NATO Secretary General Rutte and Poland FM Sikorski. The EU stands in full solidarity with Poland. (1/2)

The path to peace in Ukraine cannot be decided without Ukraine 🇺🇦 Read the statement by President Macron 🇫🇷 PM Meloni 🇮🇹 PM Starmer 🇬🇧 European Commission President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu 🇪🇺 President @alexstubb.bsky.social 🇫🇮 ahead of President Trump’s planned meeting with Putin in Alaska.

💬 @iratxegarper.bsky.social As President of the Socialists & Democrats Group, I want to make it clear from the very beginning that this motion of censure led by the far right will not receive the support of my group.

US trade deficit with the EU has climbed to record-high levels since Trump's return to White House • US trade deficit with EU widened by 97% year on year in first quarter of 2025, to US$96bn • Data highlight how US firms frontloaded imports ahead of implementation of Trump's tariffs

🇪🇺🇲🇩 Thank you for the warm welcome dear Maia Sandu! Our first ever EU-Moldova Summit marks a milestone in the deepening of our relations. Moldova’s future is in the European Union and we are here to support Moldova every step of the way!

Germany is engaging in “intensive efforts” to procure Patriots from the US on behalf of Ukraine, a government spokesman said on Friday. Chancellor Merz also spoke by phone with Trump on Thursday as part of this effort, according to a person familiar with the situation. www.ft.com/content/3a1e...

I call on the Hungarian authorities to allow the Budapest Pride to go ahead. Without fear of any criminal or administrative sanctions against the organisers or participants. To the LGBTIQ+ community in Hungary and beyond: I will always be your ally.

Joint statement after today's EU/UK meeting on citizens rights under the withdrawal agreement commission.europa.eu/publications...

Yesterday, I had the privilege of joining the Baltic Sea Ministers responsible for Internal Security. During our meeting, we engaged in productive discussions on countering hybrid threats and enhancing the security of our external borders.

Islamic State suicide bombing in Damascus church kills 20 and injures 52 Evening attack is first major atrocity by Islamist terror group in Syria since President al-Assad was deposed This is the first attack of its kind on a church in Damascus since 1860. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...

Deeply alarmed by the news arriving from the Middle East. I call on all parties to show restraint and respect for international law and nuclear safety.

China sent 74 warplanes toward Taiwan between late Thursday and early Friday, 61 of which crossed the central line in the Taiwan Strait that unofficially divides the sides. apnews.com/article/taiw...

#Erasmus definitely changed my life

With first deliveries expected next year, the commercial performance of the [new generation] SAMP-T NG will be a test of Europe’s resolve in manufacturing and buying more of its own weapons as it re-arms to face the Russian threat.

Ukraine moves one step closer to the EU 🇺🇦🇪🇺 Today's proposal to integrate Ukraine into the EU Roaming area in 2026 is part of a broader path of gradual integration: real progress, real connection. Our support is steady, and so is our vision. 👉 europa.eu/!FtjBxP

3/3 To meet the 2030 targets, the EU and its Member States must continue working together to change these trends and strengthen our digital and technological sovereignty. Read the full report 🔗 digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/2025...

Strasbourg calling! Thousands of people are joining us at the European Parliament to take part in #EYE2025. Can't make it to the European Youth Event? No worries! You can follow the event online, no matter where you are in the world 🌍 🔗 Check out the programme: eye2025.eu/take-part

Very happy about NVIDIA’s intention to support AI factories and Gigafactories in Europe. Their advanced AI chips, investments and expertise are most welcomed and needed. Thank you Jensen Huang for your commitment to support the EU’s ambition to lead in AI.

On the EU’s 18th sanctions package on Russia: ”[We] propose a transaction ban for Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2. This means that no EU operator will be able to engage directly or indirectly in any transactions regarding the Nord Stream pipelines.” Good

It's that time of the year again... GMF Brussels Forum starting today! You can find the plenary session live-streamed online, a lot of conversations under Chatham House rule on site (if you are attending), and me for chats on all things European security and grand strategy. Come say hi!

Help him through the line

Where’s DOGE when you need it!?

Russia’s goal is not peace. Today, we're ramping up pressure on Russia with an 18th package of hard-biting sanctions. Targeting Russia’s energy and banking sectors. → europa.eu/!qG9bx3

Still reeling from BBC World interview with a very unhinged Steve #Bannon this am. Talked about “massive insurrection” called for suspension of habeas corpus, doubling down on #ICE raids. All necessary to confront 10 million “alien invaders”. Wants CSOs arrested for having hired them.

📉 Unemployment has reached new lows in the EU A strong labour market. Millions of new jobs. And a plan to go even further. 🧵👇

Dix-sept universitaires et artistes de la bande de Gaza ont été accueillis en France grâce au programme Pause (pour Programme national d’accueil en urgence des scientifiques et artistes en exil), mis en place par le Collège de France @collegedefrance.bsky.social www.mediapart.fr/journal/inte...

My Canadian university, Queen's, is offering TWENTY 4-year funded PhDs (40k CAD/yr) for a student of ANY citizenship who has been accepted at a top 100 US university but have had offer rescinded OR are reconsidering offer due to US policy. Details found here👇 www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc...

#RegisterNOW for the final conference of the #RECLAIM project 🎯 focusing on post-truth politics‼️ Join us on 27 June for interactive discussions on the challenges posed by #disinformation 📣 And don't miss our live podcast recording of "Post-truth be told!" 🎙️ Find out more🔗 tepsa.eu/events/recla...

On behalf of @euinegypt.bsky.social wishing all who observe a blessed and peaceful Eid Adha Mubarak 🇪🇺🇪🇬