The EU is participating in #UNGA80, under the main theme “Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights”. @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu António Costa will address the UN General Assembly on behalf of the EU. More info ➡️ link.europa.eu/4yrQKv

As the UN Charter turns 80, we gather here with heavy hearts as war rages in places like Gaza, Ukraine or Sudan, and the multilateral system is under growing strain. Yet these challenges cannot weaken our resolve.

The Council has adopted new rules to prevent plastic pellet pollution! They will help: 🌍 improve the handling of plastic pellets, on land and sea 🔍 tighten controls across the supply chain 🌿 protect our environment from #microplastics link.europa.eu/Bh7Fmq 👇

⏰ Time's almost up! Join our Career Days event on 25 September. 👉 Register here for the online event: link.europa.eu/HpfpMy 📝 On the agenda: ✔️ Council job opportunities ✔️ meet future colleagues ✔️ EPSO competitions ✔️ working in Brussels #EUcareers #CareerDays #EUjobs

For 80 years, the United Nations has served humanity. As we reaffirmed in our meeting with António Guterres, there is no mission more noble. The EU is, and will remain, the UN’s largest collective supporter.

🕊️ It’s the International Day of Peace. The EU stands for a world where peace is protected, partnerships are genuine, and where the principles of the United Nations Charter are upheld. Today, tomorrow, always. #PeaceDay

Happy national day to all Maltese people! 🇲🇹 & 🇪🇺 The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, is from Malta. The Council and the European Parliament are 'co-legislators' for most EU law-making. For info about the Council in Maltese → europa.eu/!ByQ3R3

Il-festa t-tajba, Malta! Flimkien ma' pajjiżi oħra tal-UE, Malta tiddiskuti, tinnegozja u tadotta liġijiet tal-UE fil-Kunsill. Kif taffettwak fil-ħajja tiegħek ta' kuljum? Żur is-sit web tagħna ↓ europa.eu/!FYfqwW

Happy national day, Malta! Together with the other EU countries, Malta discusses, negotiates and adopts EU laws in the Council. How does this affect you in your daily life? Check our website ↓ europa.eu/!XMctvm

Week 3 of my #TourDesCapitales ✅ Listening to the priorities of EU leaders and building unity together. From Cyprus to Finland, from Portugal to Romania—we are a union in diversity.

The European Union stands firmly in solidarity with 🇪🇪. Today's violation of Estonian airspace by three Russian military aircraft is another unacceptable provocation.

#Eurogroup | Today, finance ministers: 📊 reached an agreement on their political guidance for the next steps of the digital euro 💼 approved the Eurogroup work programme until June 2026 Read the main results to find out more 🔗 link.europa.eu/KxMnr6

📣 Traineeship Reminder – Applications close next week! Thinking about your next career step? 🇪🇺Start it at the heart of the EU. 🔗 Apply now: link.europa.eu/kQg4G4 Make an impact. Learn from within. Be part of something bigger.

Today, the digital euro takes centre stage on the agenda of the euro area finance ministers' meeting. But what exactly is it, and how could it benefit us all? Click below to find out! 👇 link.europa.eu/PTdNRp

Today at #ENVI Council, ministers: ✅ held a policy debate on the European climate law and 2040 climate target ✅ adopted a statement of intent on the post-2030 #NDC, which outlines the EU's intention to submit its updated climate plan before #COP30 Get the details 👇 link.europa.eu/t3CHyY

Don’t miss out! One more week to go until our Career Days on 25 September. 👉 Register here for the online event: link.europa.eu/H6y4tf What’s in store? ✔️ Council career options ✔️ meet the teams ✔️ Q&A with your future colleagues #EUcareers #CareerDays #EUjobs

At #GAC, EU affairs ministers discussed: 📌October #EUCO, including Ukraine & the Middle East 📌 EU legislative programming 📌 Rule of law in the EU and in Albania, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia More info ➡️ europa.eu/!7CtgQb

Today the Council agreed on a plan to help displaced Ukrainians in the EU transition from temporary protection to other residence statuses. Actions: 🔵National residence permits for work, education and families 🟡Voluntary return & reintegration support Read more 👇 link.europa.eu/GVHbnD

EU and Albania make further progress in accession talks, by opening negotiations on cluster 4: green agenda and sustainable connectivity. It covers topics such as transport policy and trans-European networks, energy, and environment and climate change. More info ➡️ europa.eu/!vKC7nr #EUEnlargement

Democracy is a fundamental value that the EU protects by: 🔸promoting free and fair elections 🔸countering foreign information manipulation and interference 🔸ensuring media freedoms More info ➡️ europa.eu/!WrbBrT #InternationalDemocracyDay #EUDemocracy

💼 Looking for your start in EU institutions? The Council offers up to 6 paid traineeships each year for 🇪🇺 nationals with disabilities. It’s a unique chance to gain experience at the heart of the EU. 🗓️ Apply by 24 September! 🔗 europa.eu/!HNtDGJ

The EU has prolonged sanctions targeting those responsible for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine up to 15 March 2026. What sanctions has the EU adopted so far in response to Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine? 👉 europa.eu/!TB3nFC

My #TourDesCapitales is about bringing the institutions closer to the European citizens, about engaging with our union in diversity — because every member state, every leader matters. Week 2 ✅ 16 leaders met, countless ideas, one shared goal. Let’s keep building unity — together.

📖 Dive deep into the history of the Council of the EU and the European Council. Our latest publication takes you on a journey from the beginnings in the 1950s in Paris to the present day. 🔗 Learn more: europa.eu/!wjYdwK

What’s it like to work as a translator for the Council? Meet Anna and find out more. 📌Join our virtual Career Days on 25 September: europa.eu/!FhDCnG Kickstart your career at the Council! #EUcareers #CareerDays #EUjobs

Last night’s events are a stark reminder that the security of one is the security of all. We stand in full solidarity with Poland following Russia’s unacceptable violation of its airspace.

Did you know? Since its creation, the European Council has held over 250 meetings, bringing together hundreds of leaders! Have you ever wondered which leaders have attended most frequently and how long the longest meeting was? 🔍Discover these and many more facts & figures europa.eu/!8tgW43

Violence must stop in the Middle East. I condemn in the strongest terms the terrorist attack carried out today in East Jerusalem. My sincere condolences to the families of the victims and to the people of Israel. Only a political solution can lead to lasting peace in Israel and Palestine.

As a policy #trainee, you’re not just observing—you’re part of the process. Wondering what it's like to work for us? Watch this video 👇 Interested in joining us? The application period is now open 👉Find out more: europa.eu/!jVJdHm

Talking about peace while escalating bombings and targeting government buildings and homes — this is Putin’s version of “peace.” Russia started this war, and Russia is choosing to continue it.

✈️ Passing through Brussels-Zaventem this September? Stop by the Council’s mobile exhibition at gate 48 and discover how the Council and the rotating presidency works and how our institutions shape EU decision-making. 👉 Learn more: europa.eu/!fMmfKW #EUCouncilExpo

It’s a wrap for #tourdescapitales week 1! 7 countries visited so far to bring European institutions closer to their member states and engaging with leaders across the Union. Every nation counts. Unity is our main strength.

I finished my third visit to Ukraine in less than a year. I had a good meeting with President Zelenskyy. We discussed the outcome of yesterday’s meeting of the Coalition of the Willing and took stock of the EU’s support to Ukraine’s military effort in order to ensure a just and lasting peace.

The EU has imposed sanctions against 2 individuals responsible for torture or for cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment in Crimean detention centres. The sanctions are adopted under the global human rights regime. Who can be sanctioned under this regime? 👇 More: europa.eu/!DB9qhg

We had an important meeting of the Coalition of the Willing. We are joining forces to strengthen Ukraine’s security guarantees - through air, sea, land, and the regeneration of Ukraine’s Forces. The Coalition is not only willing, but also able to deliver.

Our flags are flying at half-mast following the tragic accident caused by the derailing of Lisbon’s Glória funicular railway car. Our thoughts are with the victims, the injured, their families and the people of Portugal.

Interested in a career at the Council of the EU? 🇪🇺 We've got you covered! Join our online event to: ✔️ Get an overview of our recruitment process ✔️ Learn about our dynamic and inclusive work environment ✔️ Meet your future colleagues Register now! 👉 europa.eu/!QGVtkF

Having just landed in Paris, I received with deep sorrow the news of the severity of the tragic accident involving the Glória Funicular, which has meant so much in my life. My thoughts are with the victims, with their loved ones, and with the injured, to whom I wish a swift recovery.

🚨 REMINDER: Traineeship applications are still OPEN! YOU could be our next trainee at the Council of the EU. Be part of real 🇪🇺 decision-making. 📅 Don’t wait—apply before the deadline! 👉 europa.eu/!v7Y8qt

Over the next 3 weeks I’ll travel across Europe to meet EU leaders. ▪️Proximity: every voice matters ▪️Engagement: listen & understand priorities ▪️Unity: build consensus In today’s world, our unity is our greatest strength. #tourdescapitales

🔊 Did you know? Each year the Council offers up to 6 paid traineeships for 🇪🇺 nationals with disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career! 👉 Don't miss out, apply now: europa.eu/!NnkWTk

At the Bled Strategic Forum I addressed the European and broader geopolitical context and underlined Europe’s priorities: - defending our interests, standing with Ukraine, - ⁠addressing Gaza’s crisis, and - ⁠investing in defence and enlargement. #BSF2025

Some ideas from my Bled Speech. I am aware of the frustration felt by many Europeans who perceive the Union as having been too passive in shaping this summer’s developments on trade, relations with the US and Ukraine.

Happy national day to all Slovaks! 🇸🇰 & 🇪🇺: The Slovak city of Trenčín has been chosen as a 2026 European Capital of Culture, with the slogan ‘Awakening curiosity’. For info about the Council in Slovak, check out → europa.eu/!9Ccyw9

Všetko najlepšie ku Dňu ústavy, Slovensko! Slovensko v rámci Rady spoločne s ostatnými krajinami EÚ rokuje o právnych predpisoch EÚ, vyjednáva o nich a prijíma ich. Čo to znamená pre váš každodenný život? Viac na našich stránkach ↓ europa.eu/!pjcBRr

In my call with President Zelenskyy today, I expressed my deepest condolences for the victims of Russia’s latest brutal attacks. We discussed ongoing efforts to reinforce Ukraine’s defences through reliable, long-term security guarantees and the need to increase pressure on Russia.

EU foreign ministers are holding an informal meeting (also known as #Gymnich) in Copenhagen today. See what's on the agenda ⬇️ #eu2025dk

@eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu will travel across the EU between 1 and 19 September to meet leaders from the Member States. This #Tourdescapitales will allow to gather views on the situation in 🇪🇺 and prepare the ground for upcoming European Councils and international summits. europa.eu/!pj8txd

⏳ Don’t miss your chance! 📬 EU Council traineeship applications are still open—but not for long. Are you ready to be part of the EU’s future? 👉 Apply now: europa.eu/!t8fjVR