🇷🇺’s threat to foreign citizens & diplomats to leave Kyiv is an unacceptable escalation. @eu_eeas summoned the Chargé d'Affairs, calling to stop hitting civilians & 🇷🇺 to engage in genuine peace talks starting with a full and unconditional ceasefire. @EUDelegationUA stays in Kyiv.

Türkiye: The Court’s annulment of CHP congresses raises concerns about rule of law, democratic pluralism, fundamental rights, and judicial independence. Political opposition must participate freely without fear of repression. link.europa.eu/RG3Vf7

The EU notes reports that Daw Aung San Suu Kyi has been transferred to house arrest. We call for full respect of her physical and mental wellbeing, regular access to family and legal counsel, and reiterate our demand for her full release and of all remaining political prisoners.

Myanmar: The 🇪🇺 welcomes the announcement of the release of U Win Myint and other political prisoners, and the commutation of several death sentences. We continue to demand the unconditional release of all arbitrarily detained persons, including Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.

Belarus: The decision to designate the European Humanities University as an “extremist organisation” is another example of the regime’s efforts to dismantle civic space. We reaffirm our full support for the University, its students, faculty & alumni. link.europa.eu/Xr8cwg

DPRK: The launch of multiple ballistic missiles raises military tensions, jeopardises regional security and violates UN Security Council resolutions. We urge the DPRK to comply with its international obligations and return to diplomacy.

The execution of a Swedish citizen by the Iranian regime is a brutal act of senseless violence and we condemn it. Read the HR statement below: 👇🏻 www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/iran-st...

Hong Kong: The EU urges Jimmy Lai’s immediate and unconditional release, and calls on Hong Kong authorities to restore press freedom and end the prosecution of journalists. link.europa.eu/4fBjQQ

DPRK: Yesterday’s launch of ballistic missiles is a violation of UN Security Council resolutions that raises tensions in the region. The EU reiterates its call on the DPRK to step away from escalation and instead re-engage in diplomacy.

China’s recent military exercise further increases cross-strait tensions and endangers international peace and stability. See our statement 👇 www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/spokesp...

On the day of the EU-UK Cyber Dialogue, the EU stands with the UK in its response to cyberattacks carried out by China-based companies. We reaffirm our strong commitment to prevent, deter and respond to malicious cyber behaviour.

L’UE condamne avec fermeté la tentative de déstabilisation des institutions et du gouvernement démocratique du Bénin intervenue ce 7 décembre. Elle appelle au respect de l’ordre constitutionnel et de la Constitution. L’UE se tient en solidarité auprès du Bénin et de sa population.

Hong Kong: We are deeply saddened by the loss of life in the Tai Po fire tragedy in Hong Kong. Our heartfelt thoughts are with the victims, their families and all those affected. The EU stands in solidarity with the people of Hong Kong at this difficult time

Ukraine: A shameful example of Russia's “peace” intentions. Another reckless and cynical attack targeted substations that power Khmelnytskyi & Rivne nuclear plants. 🇷🇺 is willing to risk a nuclear disaster to inflict more suffering. Ukraine is not alone. Our support continues.

Ukrainian journalist Olena Hubanova and cameraman Yevhen Karmazin were killed by a RU drone yesterday. They reported from the front lines since day one. RU has committed over 850 crimes against the press. There will be accountability.

DPRK: The EU condemns the recent launch of several ballistic missiles which violates UN Security Council resolutions. The DPRK must cease all illegal actions threatening peace & security. The EU urges the DPRK to return to diplomacy and comply with its international obligations.

Myanmar: junta airstrikes in Sagaing killed over 40 people, incl. civilians and children, who gathered for the Buddhist Festival of Light. This is another attack by the Myanmar military against those it claims to protect. Civilians must never be a target. The killing must end.

Russia: Putin has signed 🇷🇺 withdrawal from the European Convention for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. Russia has no regard for human rights. link.europa.eu/bnCW8h

Reports that at least 75 civilians were killed by the RSF in a mosque in El Fasher in Sudan are extremely alarming. The EU calls again for an immediate halt to all fighting in the city as proposed by UNSCR 2736 and demands access for humanitarian aid into El Fasher.

Belarus: The recent releases of political prisoners, including EU citizens, are a positive step. Yet the regime must immediately reveal the fate and location of opposition leader Mikalai Statkevich — who refused forced exile — and free all political prisoners unconditionally

Russia: Alexei Gorinov has been in solitary confinement for the 5th time. He has a chronic lung disease. In his transfer to Novosibirsk, signs of tuberculosis were detected. Such a long solitary confinement is life-threatening. We call on RU to release all political prisoners.

Belarus: Another life stolen by Lukashenka’s regime. Andrei Padniabenny, 36, is the 9th political prisoner to die in jail since 2020. 1,200 remain imprisoned in inhumane conditions. Lukashenka’s regime must be held accountable

The EU calls for sustained efforts by Cambodia and Thailand to implement the ceasefire agreement. Both sides must respect international law and avoid any escalatory actions. We stand with @MYasean2025 in its efforts to foster lasting peace and stability

Georgia: We urge 🇬🇪 authorities to reverse the decision to freeze the bank accounts of independent civil society organisations. They are the key to democratic pluralism & accountability. We stand firmly with 🇬🇪 resilient & brave civil society. europa.eu/!3B3jfN

The ICC is the cornerstone of international justice, holding perpetrators of the world’s gravest crimes to account. The decision to impose sanctions may impact the functioning of the Office of the Prosecutor and ongoing investigations. europa.eu/!F9GvVB

Russia: 🇷🇺 Supreme Court upheld the absurd prison sentencing of Zhenya Berkovich and Svetlana Petriychuk for "justifying terrorism" for staging a play, which speaks against terrorism. Both artists and all other political prisoners must be immediately and unconditionally released.

L’UE regrette la décision du Burkina Faso de déclarer persona non grata la Coordinatrice Résidente de l’ONU. Le soutien des autorités aux efforts de l’ONU pour la paix, le développement et la sécurité alimentaire est essentiel pour avancer vers un avenir pacifique et prospère.

La decision de la Guinée Bissau d'expulser plusieurs médias internationaux est une restriction regrettable à la liberté d'expression et de l'espace public. Une société ouverte doit pouvoir compter sur la diversité des voix.

🇪🇺EU HRVP @kajakallas will convene an extraordinary meeting of European Union Foreign Ministers tomorrow, 11 August, at 4 p.m. via video link. The agenda will include Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and the current situation in the Middle East.

Georgia: The EU strongly condemns the sentencing of journalist Mzia Amaglobeli. Media freedom is key to democracy. We urge the Georgian authorities to release her and all those unjustly detained. Full statement 👇 europa.eu/!Qrp3cq

Georgia: The politically motivated persecution & arrests of opposition leaders go against basic democratic values. These are authoritarian tactics, opposite of what is expected from an EU candidate country. Georgian Dream must stop weaponising the justice system.

Another massive Russian attack at night all over Ukraine. Drones and missiles against Kyiv, Odesa, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions. Instead of choosing peace, Russia shows every day that it’s only interested in more suffering and destruction.

Belarus: The EU calls on the Belarusian authorities to release Viktoryia Kulsha, a political prisoner whose detention has been arbitrarily prolonged many times since 2020. While in the penal colony, her health has gravely deteriorated. All political prisoners must be freed.

Russia: We condemn the politically motivated prison sentence of 5 years and 6 months of RU journalists for participating in activities affiliated w/ Navalny's FBK. Favorskaya, Gabov, Karelin, Kriger & all political prisoners must be released immediately & unconditionally.

Congratulations to @DanielNoboa on his victory in Ecuador's Presidential elections. They were marked by high voter turnout and orderly organisation. The EU contributed with the Observation Mission @moeUEecuador25, which will remain in the country for post-electoral follow-up.

We share more than geography with the Western Balkans — we share responsibility. Our security and stability bind us close together. Tonight, I am meeting with Foreign Ministers from the Western Balkans and the EU to discuss security and defence cooperation.

The EU extends its heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the tragic incident at the Jet Set nightclub. We stand in solidarity with the Dominican people and join them in national mourning during this difficult time.

We welcome the announcement of a temporary ceasefire by the Myanmar military and other parties to the conflict. It is a much needed step in ensuring rapid, safe and unimpeded access to humanitarian assistance for the victims of the catastrophic earthquake.

The EU is deeply concerned about the further narrowing of the space for civil society in Hong Kong. We are aware of pressure put on the Democratic Party to disband, while the independent polling institute PORI has suspended independent research activities. (1/2)

The EU welcomes the EAC-SADC Summit. Cessation of hostilities, provision of humanitarian assistance, respect for IHL, securitization of Goma, peaceful resolution of the conflict through the Luanda-Nairobi process and respect of territorial integrity are paramount.

HRVP @kajakallas met with @omarpaganini. Uruguay played a key role in the EU-Mercosur agreement, the most ambitious partnership our regions have negotiated. Trusted allies like Uruguay 🇪🇺🇺🇾, who believe in democracy and multilateralism, are more crucial than ever.

Belarus: Denis Salmanovich has been held in a punishment cell for more than 2 months despite his life-threatening health condition. Belarus must provide adequate healthcare to all prisoners. We call for the release of Denis and of all other political prisoners.

The brutal crackdown on peaceful protesters, journalists and politicians tonight in Tbilisi is unacceptable. Georgia falls short of any expectation from a candidate country. The EU stands with the people of Georgia in their fight for freedom and democracy.

Belarus: The EU is relieved to see Palina Sharenda-Panasyuk finally free. We share the joy of her family and hope for a speedy improvement of her health which deteriorated immensely in detention. We call on the Lukashenka regime to release all political prisoners.