Extraordinary plenary session - 1000 days of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine

EP Plenary session - Council and Commission statements - Need to address the urgent concerns surrounding Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia

As a sign of European solidarity and support during Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine that will mark already one year on 24 February 2023, the President of the European Parliament, Ms Roberta METSOLA, decided to display a special set-up of EU-Ukraine flags in front of the EP buildings

One year anniversary of the Russian aggression against Ukraine: Raising of the Ukrainian flags Lightening up of the EP buildings with the colours of the Ukrainian flag

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN (EPP, DE), chair of Committee on Culture and Education and "Kalush Orchestra", Ukrainian rap band. Kalush Orchestra won the Eurovision song contest in 2022, scoring the highest number of televote points in the history of the competition. The band is currently on a promotional tour across Europe and North America to raise awareness and donations for Ukrainian efforts in combating the Russian invasion.

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN (EPP, DE), Chair of CULT Committee and "Kalush Orchestra", Ukrainian rap band, winner of the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest

European Parliament reprensentatives look back at one year of Russian agrression against Ukraine. Nstatement by Cristian Silviu BUŞOI, Chair of the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) of the European Parliament, talks about the very first thoughts he had when the aggression started. He also looks back at the work his ITRE Committee has achieved since the beginning of the war, and what is left to be done to further support Ukraine.

One year of Russian Aggression against Ukraine: statement by Cristian Silviu BUŞOI, Chair of the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE)

MEP looks back at a year marked by Russia’s assault on Ukraine and set out what the EU must do in support of Kyiv. Closing statements by Virginijus SINKEVIČIUS, European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries and by Josep BORRELL FONTELLES, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of a stronger Europe in the World.

Key debate - One year of Russia’s invasion and war of aggression against Ukraine - Closing statements by Virginijus SINKEVIČIUS, European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries and by Josep BORRELL, High Representative for Foreign Affairs

European Parliament reprensentatives look back at one year of Russian agrression against Ukraine. Nathalie LOISEAU, Chair of the Subcommittee on Security and Defence (SEDE) of the EP, talks about the very first thoughts she had when the aggression started. She also looks back at the work her SEDE Committee has achieved since the beginning of the war, and what is left to be done to further support Ukraine.

One year of Russian Aggression against Ukraine: statement by Nathalie LOISEAU, Chair of the Subcommittee on Security and Defence (SEDE)

MEP look back at a year marked by Russia’s assault on Ukraine and set out what the EU must do in support of Kyiv. MEPs debate (part 2)

Key debate - One year of Russia’s invasion and war of aggression against Ukraine - MEPs debate (part 2)

European Parliament reprensentatives look back at one year of Russian agrression against Ukraine. David MCALLISTER, Chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET) of the EP, talks about the very first thoughts he had when the aggression started. He also looks back at the work his AFET Committee has achieved since the beginning of the war, and what is left to be done to further support Ukraine.

One year of Russian Aggression against Ukraine: statement by David MCALLISTER, Chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET)

MEPs look back at a year marked by Russia’s assault on Ukraine and set out what the EU must do in support of Kyiv. Russia began its full-scale military invasion of neighbouring Ukraine on 24 February 2022. Since then, the EU and its international allies have rallied firmly behind the Kyiv government. This support has resulted in unprecedented levels of financial aid, assistance, weapons deliveries to Ukraine, sweeping sanctions against Moscow, and the granting of EU candidate status to Ukraine and Moldova. First part of the debate.

Key debate - One year of Russia’s invasion and war of aggression against Ukraine. MEPs debate (part 1)

MEPs back at a year marked by Russia’s assault on Ukraine and set out what the EU must do in support of Kyiv.Russia began its full-scale military invasion of neighbouring Ukraine on 24 February 2022. Since then, the EU and its international allies have rallied firmly behind the Kyiv government. Extracts from the debate.

One year of Russia’s invasion and war of aggression against Ukraine: extracts from the debate

MEPs look back at a year marked by Russia’s assault on Ukraine and set out what the EU must do in support of Kyiv. Russia began its full-scale military invasion of neighbouring Ukraine on 24 February 2022. Since then, the EU and its international allies have rallied firmly behind the Kyiv government. This support has resulted in unprecedented levels of financial aid, assistance, weapons deliveries to Ukraine, sweeping sanctions against Moscow, and the granting of EU candidate status to Ukraine and Moldova. Opening statements by Josep BORRELL FONTELLES, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of a stronger Europe in the World and by Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Key debate - One year of Russia’s invasion and war of aggression against Ukraine: opening statements by Josep BORRELL FONTELLES, HR/VP of the European Commission and Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission

European Parliament reprensentatives look back at one year of Russian agrression against Ukraine. Roberta METSOLA, EP President, talks about her very first thoughts when the aggression started. She also assess the European and EP support since the beginning of the war, and reflects on the future actions to further support Ukraine.

One year of Russian Aggression against Ukraine: statement by Roberta METSOLA, EP President

On 24 February 2022 Russia launched an all-out assault on Ukraine. European leaders and the European Parliament condemned this unprovoked and unjustified military aggression in the strongest possible terms, as it grossly violates international law and undermines European and global security. This memoclip shows an overview of the European Parliaments´ main actions in support of Ukraine and against Russan agression during the last 12 months.

Memoclip: The European Parliament and the Russian Aggression against Ukraine (updated version)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses MEPs in a formal sitting in Brussels. Extracts from the formal sitting.

Address by Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine to the European Parliament: extracts from the Formal sitting

Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine, is welcomed by Roberta METSOLA, in Brussels for a formal sitting address to MEPs. Highlights of the visit in the European Parliament and extracts from the speech.

Visit of Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine to the European Parliament: highlights of the visit, with Roberta METSOLA, EP President

Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine is invited to adress the European Parliament in a formal sitting session. After the address to MEPs, Roberta METSOLA, EP President, hands over an EU flag to the President of Ukraine.

Visit of Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine to the European Parliament - Formal Sitting: handover of flags, EU and Ukrainian anthems

Ukrainian President, Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, addresses MEPs in a formal sitting in Brussels. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Visit of Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine to the European Parliament - Formal Sitting: Address by Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine

Before the address by Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine, Roberta METSOLA, EP President, gives a speech to open the formal sitting. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Visit of Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine to the European Parliament - Formal Sitting: statement by Roberta METSOLA, EP President

Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine is invited to adress the European Parliament in a formal sitting session. Before entering the hemicycle, Volodymyr ZELENSKYY meets and shakes hands with the political group leaders.

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