European Parliament (News)

On Thursday, Parliament adopted amendments to a privacy exemption allowing electronic communication services to voluntarily detect child sexual abuse.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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On Thursday, plenary backed talks with the Council on a digital euro proposal that would offer citizens a secure way to reduce reliance on non-EU providers.
Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs

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On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted a motion for a resolution on the recently-published joint communication on humanitarian aid.
Committee on Development

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Thursday 9 July

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On Wednesday, MEPs called for a constructive discussion on how to advance Ukraine’s European integration, taking into account the EU’s strategic interests.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Serbia’s government continues to say EU membership is its strategic goal, but MEPs warn that this is often not reflected in its actions.

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In their report on Moldova’s progress towards EU membership, MEPs commend the country for its exemplary commitment despite continued Russian-led foreign interference.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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On Wednesday, MEPs gave their green light to two agreements paving the way for closer political ties and expanded trade between EU and Mexico.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Committee on International Trade

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Wednesday 8 July

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On Tuesday, Micheál Martin set out Ireland’s priorities: to enhance EU competitiveness, values, and security, under the banner of “strength with unity”.

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On Tuesday, Parliament approved a revision of EU social security coordination rules to ensure fair and clear access to social security for EU workers who live or work in another EU country.
Committee on Employment and Social Affairs

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On Tuesday, plenary voted in favour of channelling €144.1 million in EU funds to support Spain, Romania and Cyprus after devastating wildfires, floods and heatwaves in 2025.
Committee on Budgets

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On Tuesday, Parliament adopted measures designed to alleviate the impact on EU farmers of rising fertiliser prices.
Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development

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Faster and simpler compensation process for delayed flights, fee-free child seating and air fares inclusive of carry-on luggage will become part of EU air passenger rulebook.
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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Reacting to the competent authority’s letter setting out doubts about ESN’s compliance with EU values, MEPs voted in favour of starting the verification procedure.

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Tuesday 7 July

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Environment Committee MEPs have backed extending the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism to downstream goods and setting up a fund to support industry's low-carbon transition.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety

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President Metsola opened the 6-9 July plenary session with a moment of silence for the victims of the Venezuela earthquake.

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The Foreign Affairs Committee and International Trade Committee rapporteurs will hold a joint press conference on Wednesday following plenary votes on two EU-Mexico agreements.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Committee on International Trade

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Monday 6 July

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