European Council

The G7 Leaders met in Evian, France and agreed on different joint statements.

The EU Council adopted its partial negotiating position on the Global Europe external action instrument for 2028-2034 under the next MFF.

Council adopts its partial negotiating position on the European Competitiveness Fund in the framework of the next multi-annual budget (MFF) 2028-2034.

The Council today reached its partial general approach on an integral cornerstone of the next long-term EU budget – the ‘NRPP regulation’. 

The Council has agreed its position on a proposed directive that updates the rules on genetically modified micro-organisms (GMMs) and the processing of organs as part of the European Biotech Act I.

Council approves conclusions to strengthen cooperation with non-EU western European countries

The press briefing will take place on Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 14:30.

Today Council and the Parliament reached a provisional agreement on new rules for plant reproductive material.

On the occasion of the second meeting of the Accession Conference, the EU and Moldova opened negotiations on the EU acquis related to the rule of law and fundamental rights, the functioning of democratic institutions, public administration reform, and economic criteria. 

On the second meeting of the Accession Conference, the EU and Ukraine opened negotiations on the EU acquis related to the rule of law and fundamental rights, the functioning of democratic institutions, public administration reform, and economic criteria. 

Council and Parliament reach landmark deal to strengthen EU air passenger rights with clearer rules, faster and easier claims and stronger protection.

The 27th meeting of the Accession Conference with Montenegro provisionally closed chapters 2 on freedom of movement of workers and 28 on consumer and health protection

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Le président du Conseil européen, António Costa, et la présidente de la Commission européenne, Ursula von der Leyen, se sont adressés à la presse avant le sommet du G7 à Évian (France), le 15 juin 2026.

Press briefing ahead of the upcoming Agriculture and Fisheries Council will take place on 17 June 2026 at 13.30.

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The Council has adopted restrictive measures targeting Russia’s military-industrial complex, energy revenues,  propaganda efforts and human rights violations, amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine and its continued hybrid activities.

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The Council adopted today restrictive measures against six individuals responsible for actions aimed at destabilising, undermining and threatening the sovereignty and independence of the Republic of Moldova. 

The Council adopted conclusions reaffirming Global Gateway as the EU’s worldwide strategy to mobilise investment and strengthen the EU’s partnerships.