The EU has not forgotten Ukraine's civilian detainees. And neither should the world: around 16,000 Ukrainian civilians are unlawfully detained by Russia, many taken from temporarily occupied territories. @kajakallas.bsky.social @eudiplomacy.bsky.social

One of the clearest signs that EU sanctions are having an impact is that efforts to evade them continue.⁣ From going dark, to changing identity, to transferring oil between tankers, the shadow fleet relies on tactics designed to conceal the origin of Russian oil.⁣ @eudiplomacy.bsky.social

Honoured to receive the Order of Europe. Ukraine's spirit is unique. And best described by the word 'Nezlamnist'. Unbreakable & indestructible. Stoic & unshakeable. It's the founding spirit of Europe. Because Ukraine is Europe.

"Twenty-one people. That is, so far, the price of Russia’s unwanted visit to Kyiv. The death toll from last night’s attack has risen to 21. More than 90 people were injured, including three children.

Armenia has made a sovereign choice. And for this you are facing significant economic pressure from Russia. When pressure mounts for our partners, we step up. We will strengthen and diversify Armenia’s trade and economy.

The Council has renewed the EU economic sanctions against Russia until 31 July 2027. These sanctions target Russia's financial, trade, energy, transport, technology and defence sectors, as well as services provided to Russia or to Russian nationals. 🔗 link.europa.eu/36RYPY

At the Eastern Flank Summit in Gdańsk. With the latest drone incursions, Russia is bringing war to our doorstep. We are making the Eastern Flank Watch operational with SAFE. And developing it into an important pillar of Europe's security architecture.

Time to support Ukraine to turn its military growth into economic growth - that was my message during this year’s Ukraine Recovery Conference in Poland. @martakos.ec.europa.eu European Commissioner for Enlargement @ec.europa.eu #URC26 #URC2026

At this year’s Ukraine Recovery Conference #URC26, @ec.europa.eu proves once again that our support for 🇺🇦 is concrete and steadfast. ✅️We are disbursing the first €3.2 billion instalment of the Ukraine Support Loan after the country completed various conditions, notably to mobilise domestic revenue.

The courage of Ukraine's armed forces has shifted the momentum on the battlefield. The tide is turning. And the resolve of the Ukrainian people has shown to the world that their European choice cannot be broken. Ukraine will prevail, grow, prosper ↓ link.europa.eu/tdFJd3

In Gdańsk, a city that helped change the course of Polish and European history. Here, people showed that freedom could prevail over oppression. And that solidarity is the road to freedom. This lesson guides Europe today as we stand in solidarity with Ukraine.

Russia has long been assumed to have limitless manpower. The numbers tell a different story. Over 1.3 million casualties. Monthly losses outpacing mobilisation for six months straight. A pool of working-age men already stretched between the military, law enforcement, and an economy in distress.

Only last week, we opened the first negotiation cluster with Moldova. A historic milestone on your European journey. Today, the EU and Moldova are taking another step forward together ↓ link.europa.eu/VCh3DQ

"May 2026 was the deadliest month for civilians in Ukraine since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion. According to UN data, at least 274 civilians were killed and 1,763 injured last May — a 93% increase compared to May last year.

The second #EUMoldova summit will take place tomorrow in Brussels. The summit, which comes one week after the opening of the first cluster for accession negotiations, will be key to highlighting the strategic importance of 🇲🇩's future within the 🇪🇺. → link.europa.eu/KKjFR6

We had a productive European Council. We congratulated Ukraine on opening the first cluster. Our goal is to open more clusters before the summer. Statement: link.europa.eu/rXDD98

The EU continues to support Ukraine militarily, economically and through diplomatic efforts - which means that we need a direct diplomatic channel with Russia. The time to negotiate is not there yet. But we need to establish a direct contact to be able to listen and convey our points.

Today’s #EUCO is about seizing Europe’s momentum. On enlargement: Europe must show it is ready to reform. It is a win-win, but legitimate concerns must be addressed.

"It has been a historic week for Ukraine. The 27 member states are united in supporting Ukraine. And Ukraine is moving forward on its EU path. Let’s keep up the strong accession momentum." António Costa, President of the European Council 🇪🇺 @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu

Today our G7 discussion focuses on two closely linked challenges. First, structural imbalances in the global economy, including persistent overcapacities in strategic sectors. Second, the crises affecting us all: Russia's war against Ukraine, the conflict in the Middle East and health emergencies.

The EU is behind you, President Zelenskyy, today, tomorrow, as long as necessary. Yesterday, we made history by opening the first accession negotiation cluster on Fundamentals.

A key milestone in Ukraine's EU accession journey 🇺🇦🇪🇺 Today, negotiations on Cluster 1 (Fundamentals) were opened. A successful enlargement process benefits both Ukraine and the EU, helping build a stronger, more secure and more influential Europe. More info ➡️ link.europa.eu/4FBYNd

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, a man with a flawless track record of failed predictions of the EU’s ‘imminent collapse’, is now predicting that EU membership for Ukraine would trigger the bloc’s ‘imminent collapse’. The intricate logic behind his prediction remains very much a mystery.

"Today is Mega-Monday for EU enlargement. First, Ukraine and Moldova will take their biggest step since the decision to start EU accession negotiations in 2023. We will also close two more chapters with Montenegro, bringing it close to half of all chapters closed.

"They killed rescuers in Kharkiv, wounded civilians in Kyiv and set fire to the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, one of Ukraine’s most important religious sites. The timing of Russia’s attack says it all. On the day Ukraine opens its first negotiation cluster with the EU, Moscow shows again what it fears most

Tomorrow, Ukraine and Moldova will take a major step on their EU journey. The first Intergovernmental Conference will take place in Luxembourg. We will begin work on the Fundamentals cluster, which deals with values, democracy and the rule of law. The foundation of our Union.

A larger Europe is a stronger and safer Europe. As @europarl.europa.eu has long called for, Member States have given the green light to start EU accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova. Enlargement is our strongest geopolitical tool, and Ukraine and Moldova belong in Europe 🇪🇺🇺🇦🇲🇩

"Today, the European Union took a major step forward. All Member States agreed to open the first accession negotiations cluster with Ukraine and Moldova. At the first Intergovernmental Conference on Monday, we will open the cluster on fundamentals; the backbone of the accession process.

Armenia's election result is good news for the EU. But the road to peace with Azerbaijan remains fragile & EU engagement will be crucial. @ditrych.bsky.social unpacks the outcome and the challenges ahead. www.iss.europa.eu/publications...

Brick by brick, we are collapsing the foundations of Russia's war economy. Today, we are presenting our proposals for a 21st sanctions package against Russia. Thread ↓

🇦🇲 Dear Nikol Pashynian, congratulations on your electoral victory. The spirit of the Velvet Revolution you led in 2018 is alive and well. We deeply value our partnership with a democratic Armenia that is drawing ever closer to Europe. Armenia can count on us.

Kremlin affiliated outlets are now claiming that Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan has struck a secret deal with the EU to import 250,000 migrants. In line with established Kremlin practices, absolutely no evidence is offered to support this evidently implausible claim.

We are building a more independent European Union. A Union that’s more secure, resilient and complete. And it will not be complete without the Western Balkans ↓ link.europa.eu/HrWBtX

The EU and the Western Balkans have come a long way. Two and a half years into the Growth Plan, the results are tangible: cheaper calls and faster Euro payments, integration that does not wait for accession day. @eudiplomacy.bsky.social

🇪🇺 #OnThisDay 40 years ago, the EU’s 12-star flag was raised for the first time outside the @ec.europa.eu building in Brussels. Today, it stands as one of the most recognisable symbols of European unity and identity. Curious to know more about its history and meaning?⬇️ link.europa.eu/WYyWtP

Predictably, the Kremlin’s disinformation ecosystem wasted no time in baselessly claiming that the drone that hit an apartment block in Galați, Romania, was Ukrainian.

Russia’s war of aggression has crossed yet another line. A Russian drone incursion struck a densely populated area in Romania, injuring civilians. On EU territory. We stand in full solidarity with Romania and its people.

“There is a component of psychological warfare from Russia, of intentionally redirecting the Ukrainian drones, basically hijacking them, to spook the European population to create a more immediate experience of the risk of war." @ditrych.bsky.social on Euronews www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

I want to praise the resilience of the Baltic people. You have responded with calm and responsibility. And with a clear message to Russia: You will fail. link.europa.eu/wYfJHC

🇺🇦 Another major Russian attack hit Ukraine this weekend, killing at least 4 people and injuring over 100 across the country. This is sheer terror. The EU stands with Ukraine and its people. #EUSolidarity ⁣ ©️ State Emergency Service of Ukraine, 2026

“We are staying In Kyiv” — EU Ambassador Katarina Mathernova rejected Russia’s call for foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv, calling it hypocrisy and reaffirming that EU missions will stay despite threats of further strikes. www.kyivpost.com/post/76861

"russia threatens diplomats and foreigners again, asking us to leave Kyiv. But we are not going anywhere! Today’s statement of the russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a masterpiece of hypocrisy. A regime that has spent years bombing residential buildings, museums, maternity wards, schools ..

"I am very angry. Angry and disgusted. Not frightened. I was not in Kyiv tonight. I experienced this horrific massive attack from the safety of nine time zones away. But the horror still reaches you. Through the sound of messages arriving one after another. ..

Tonight, Russia deployed the Oreshnik missile system and launched massive attacks across Ukraine—a ruthless display of brutality aimed at civilians and civilian infrastructure.

Russia’s massive attack on Ukraine last night shows the Kremlin’s brutality and disregard for both human life and peace negotiations. Terror against civilians is not strength. It's despair. We stand firmly with Ukraine, with further support on the way to reinforce its air defence systems.

Russia continues to do everything it can to destroy Ukraine. This is why I am resharing today this video. Join me in supporting Ukraine by making a contribution to the National Bank of Ukraine's special account raising funds for Ukraine's Armed Forces bank.gov.ua/en/about/sup.... @u24.gov.ua

Russia hit a dead-end on the battlefield, so it terrorizes Ukraine with deliberate strikes on city centres. These are abhorrent acts of terror meant to kill as many civilians as possible. (1/2)

Russia’s public threats against our Baltic States are completely unacceptable. Let there be no doubt. A threat against one Member State is a threat against our entire Union.

"Two sisters were buried together in Kyiv yesterday. Twelve year old Liubava and seventeen year old Vira Yakovleva were killed in the massive Russian missile strike on a residential building last week. It took the lives of 24 civilians. Their father had already been killed in combat in 2023 ..

Taking a decisive step for justice 🇺🇦 We are joining the Special Tribunal to prosecute the crime of aggression against Ukraine and ratifying the International Claims Commission to ensure victims are compensated. Holding Russia accountable is the only path to peace ↓ link.europa.eu/cKFkKX