"We know how hard times have been for so many families. How costs have rocketed up. How people are making sacrifices to make ends meet." In her #SOTEU speech, President von der Leyen made it clear: we must tackle poverty at its roots ↓

Today marks the culmination of European #MobilityWeek 🚲 🛹With 2,448 participating towns & cities across the EU 🛼Car-free Sunday, with Brussels becoming the largest car-free zone in Europe ...and a strong message: rethinking mobility can lead to cleaner air & safer streets.

🇨🇦🤝🇪🇺 Happy 8th 🎂 #CETA! Since 2017, EU & Canada have strengthened cooperation giving businesses preferential access and chances to grow. With CETA and proposed agreements like EU-MERCOSUR, we are building a global network of reliable partners that delivers for people and businesses. 🌍📈

Peace starts with us. The European Union was created to turn a divided continent into one of dialogue between 🇪🇺 countries, cooperation, and solidarity. Peace is not just part of our past — it remains our mission. Today and every day. #PeaceDay

Multilateralism is indispensable to deal with the challenges the world faces today. Next week, President von der Leyen will join global leaders in New York for #UNGA80 to address sustainable development, peace and human rights. For a more secure, fair and sustainable future ↓ link.europa.eu/wY8cND

Over the past month, Russia has escalated its aggression, striking civilian and EU sites in Ukraine and violating EU airspace. It’s time to give peace a real chance. In response, we are increasing pressure with our 19th package of sanctions ↓ link.europa.eu/WYYwh3 #StandWithUkraine

Russia is showing the full extent of its contempt for diplomacy and international law. So we're increasing the pressure. With our 19th package of sanctions covering energy, financial services and trade restrictions. → link.europa.eu/WYYwh3

The largest rare-earth magnet factory opens in Narva 🇪🇪 with €14.5 million from 🇪🇺 Just Transition Fund. They'll power EVs, windmills, and microelectronics – creating up to 1,000 jobs and driving the clean transition. Less reliance on imports, more open strategic autonomy ↓ link.europa.eu/xDhKkq

EU funds invest where and when it counts – meeting Europe's changing needs. We welcome @europarl.europa.eu and @consilium.europa.eu adoption of the updated 2021–2027 Cohesion Policy. EU countries can now redirect funds to boost competitiveness, defence, housing and more ↓ link.europa.eu/r8yQyX

🇮🇹🚇🇦🇹 Breakthrough for the Brenner Base Tunnel! 64 km under the Alps — the world’s longest cross-border rail tunnel. 📦 50 million tonnes of freight off roads 🚄 Munich-Verona Passenger times cut by half 💶 €2.3bn #EUFunded Europe’s transport future is on track ↓ link.europa.eu/Fv7vMD

"Our greatest asset is the Single Market – but it remains unfinished."    This is why we will present a Single Market Roadmap to 2028 ↓

We've disbursed a first instalment of €250 million in Macro-Financial Assistance to Jordan. This support promotes economic stability, sustainable growth, and key reforms. Further instalments are conditional on progress set out in the Memorandum of Understanding. link.europa.eu/vWc7pg

Did you know? EU + India together represent ¼ of the world’s population and of the global economy. Today, we adopted a Joint Communication on India - setting out a forward-looking strategic agenda that ⬇️

Today we are presenting our proposals to the Council to suspend trade concessions with Israel and to place sanctions on extremist ministers of the Israeli government and on violent settlers. The horrific events taking place in Gaza on a daily basis must stop. Press release: link.europa.eu/nx3DrG

Now is the time to double down on partnerships rooted in shared interests and guided by common values. With our new EU–India strategy, we are taking our relationship to the next level. And we are committed to finalising our trade agreement by end of the year. → link.europa.eu/WvvDmV

I had a good call with @POTUS on strengthening our joint efforts to increase economic pressure on Russia through additional measures. The Commission will soon present its 19th package of sanctions, targeting crypto, banks, and energy.

"This is what the people of Europe expect from us. They expect our democracy to decide, act and deliver. And I know that Europe can make it." — President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu A year ago, Mario Draghi presented his competitiveness report. We are delivering, turning promise into action ↓

There can be no business as usual. We need to get it all done ↓

We hit the ground running ↓

One year ago, Mario Draghi presented his report on competitiveness. The first act of the new Commission was to translate it into policies and actions. This is the urgency mindset we promised ↓ link.europa.eu/wGV4KX

🗳️ Today is #DemocracyDay. Built on voting, speaking up, and staying informed. We’re not just celebrating it. Together, we’re nurturing it every day. Democracy, fundamental rights, and the rule of law are the backbone of our European Union.

Europe is doubling down on competitiveness. A year after the Draghi Report, Europe is delivering in key areas. Barriers to growth are coming down as we lay the foundations for our tech leadership and common defence industry. The story so far ↓

The 2025 Strategic Foresight Report shows the way to future-proof the EU in turbulent and uncertain times: 🌍 Build a coherent global vision 🛡️ Amplify security ⚖️Intergenerational fairness …and more. 📖 Read the report ➡ europa.eu/!bTrfJc

We want the future of cars – and the cars of the future – to be made in Europe. So we are working hand in hand with industry to make this a reality. Today, we held our third Strategic Dialogue with the automotive sector, and our Industrial Action Plan is already delivering results.

We have released an extra €40 million to support Ukrainians facing a fourth winter amid Russia's aggression. Boosting winter readiness and civilian protection, aid includes shelter materials and improved access to water, sanitation and heating. → europa.eu/!KhYcqR #StandWithUkraine

The Commission has made Microsoft’s commitments on Teams legally binding under EU antitrust rules. Microsoft will unbundle Teams at lower prices, boost interoperability and data portability. This means more choice for users, and fair competition ensured in Europe. → europa.eu/!xD7YJw

"A home is not just four walls and a roof. It is safety, warmth, a place for family and friends. It is belonging. But for too many Europeans today, home has become a source of anxiety." In her 2025 State of the Union, President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu called for an EU where all can afford one ↓

The release of political prisoners in Belarus is welcome news. I'm glad our colleague Mikalai Khilo is among those freed. Mikalai safely arrived at our Representation in Vilnius. Thank you President Trump for your support. Our work to free all political prisoners continues.

“We should invest in small, affordable vehicles. We will propose to work with industry on a new Small Affordable Cars initiative. The future of cars - and the cars of the future - must be made in Europe.” — President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu at #SOTEU 2025.

The 2025 call for #MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships drew 17,058 applications worldwide. A 64.6% increase from 2024, it's the most popular call in over four decades. Excellence thrives where it is enabled, protected and shared — and Europe provides that environment. → europa.eu/!jcnGgP #ChooseEurope

Today we disbursed €1bn in macro-financial assistance to 🇺🇦. As President von der Leyen announced in #SOTEU, €6bn of MFA loans will be frontloaded to meet urgent military needs. The loan is being repaid from proceeds of immobilised Russian state assets. → europa.eu/!KrXD7c #StandWithUkraine

Europe is as brave as its people. 🇪🇺 At #SOTEU, we celebrated two remarkable stories of courage that embody the spirit ↓

This must be Europe's Independence Moment. Freedom to shape our own destiny. This is our Union’s mission. To reclaim our defence, technology, energy, democracy and partnerships. Together, with unity and ambition, we can make it possible. 🇪🇺 President Ursula von der Leyen during her #SOTEU speech

This is Europe as one community. This is the Europe that I love. This is the Europe that we must protect at all costs. And we must do that together. Read the full #SOTEU speech delivered by President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu here → europa.eu/!NNWdhF

What is happening in Gaza has shaken the conscience of the world. Man-made famine can never be a weapon of war. This must stop. EU aid to Gaza far outweighs that of any other partner. But of course, Europe needs to do more. Here are measures for a way forward ↓

Today, I want to share the story of Sasha, a Ukrainian child abducted by Russia. Sadly, his story is far from unique. With Ukraine & other partners, I will host a Summit of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children. Every abducted child must be returned!

Today, we have seen a reckless and unprecedented violation of Poland and Europe's airpace by more than 10 Russian Shahed drones. Europe stands in full solidarity with Poland. Europa jest w pełni solidarna z Polską.

Europe is in a fight. A fight for our liberty and our ability to determine our destiny for ourselves. This must be Europe’s Independence Moment. A moment we can seize if we're united ↓ www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVnm...

📺 Where can you watch #SOTEU live? Facebook: www.facebook.com/EuropeanCommission X: x.com/eu_commission LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/european-commission/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/eutube European Broadcasting Service: audiovisual.ec.europa.eu ⏰Tomorrow at 9AM (CEST)!

Europe is on the frontline of devastating wildfires and 2025 is already the worst year on record. Summer after summer, we can count on our brave firefighters. Working together to save lives, protect communities and our environment.

This is how Europe gets serious about security 👇 With SAFE, our Security and Defence Action for Europe. ✅ 19 EU countries requested its activation 🇧🇪🇧🇬🇨🇿🇩🇰🇪🇪🇬🇷🇪🇸🇫🇷🇭🇷🇮🇹🇨🇾🇱🇻🇱🇹🇭🇺🇵🇱🇵🇹🇷🇴🇸🇰🇫🇮 ✅ All €150 billion fully subscribed ✅ Firm support for 🇺🇦 Europe is delivering on defence ↓ europa.eu/!YmtfQB

As a mother, the fate of abducted Ukrainian children is profoundly close to my heart. Every child taken by Russia must be reunited with their family. They must be given back their childhood and the chance to dream of a brighter future. Europe is committed to making this happen. #SOTEU

One day to go until the State of the Union. Discussions continue with @europarl.europa.eu leaders. With dialogue and determination, we can drive Europe forward. Tune in at 9 am tomorrow for #SOTEU

Congratulations on your electoral victory, dear Jonas Gahr Støre. I look forward to continuing our close cooperation. To strengthen the EU-Norway partnership. Advance our commitment to energy independence and a clean energy future. And stand united in support of a free and sovereign Ukraine.

At what time could you watch #SOTEU tomorrow? 🇮🇪 8:00 🇵🇹 8:00 (Azores 7:00) 🇦🇹 9:00 🇧🇪 9:00 🇨🇿 9:00 🇩🇪 9:00 🇩🇰 9:00 🇪🇸 9:00 (Canary Islands 8:00) 🇫🇷 9:00 (Mainland & Corsica) 🇭🇷 9:00 🇭🇺 9:00 🇮🇹 9:00 🇱🇺 9:00 🇲🇹 9:00 🇳🇱 9:00 🇵🇱 9:00 🇸🇪 9:00 🇸🇮 9:00 🇸🇰 9:00 🇧🇬 10:00 🇨🇾 10:00 🇪🇪 10:00 🇫🇮 10:00 🇬🇷 10:00 🇱🇹 10:00 🇱🇻 10:00 🇷🇴 10:00

Bonjour Strasbourg! Preparations for the State of the Union are in full swing. Good to catch up with @president.europarl.europa.eu and @europarl.europa.eu political chairs ahead of such an important event. Discussions will continue tomorrow.

National parliaments are playing a bigger role in shaping EU legislation, our latest report shows. Find out more about upcoming initiatives during the State of the Union address on 10 September. europa.eu/!tx3FpH

Since 2010, #SOTEU has been the moment for the Commission President to share 🇪🇺 priorities. President von der Leyen has focused on pandemic recovery, response to 🇷🇺 war on 🇺🇦 and energy crisis, clean and digital transition, competitiveness, defence and 🌍 partnerships. 📺 Watch live: 10 Sept 9:00 CEST

Last night, Russia launched one of the largest drone and missile strikes on Ukraine, targeting government buildings and civilian homes alike. Once again, the Kremlin is mocking diplomacy, trampling international law and killing indiscriminately.

One track. One standard. One step closer to Europe. 🇺🇦 Ukraine opens its first European-gauge railway, a 22-km line from Uzhhorod to Chop. A €28.6 million #EUfunded project bringing: ✅ Faster border crossing ✅ More trade ✅ Better links to 🇸🇰🇭🇺🇦🇹 and beyond → europa.eu/!gypNxR