EP Plenary session - Debates on cases of breaches of human rights, democracy and the rule of law

EP Plenary session - The urgent need for EU action to preserve nature and protect biodiversity to avoid the extinction of species

EP Plenary session - The need to ensure swift action and transparency on corruption allegations in the public sector to protect democratic integrity

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Council and Commission Statement - Ongoing hearings under Article 7(1) TEU regarding Hungary to strengthen Rule of Law and its budgetary implications

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Council and Commission statements - Chinese police activity in Europe

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Council and Commission statements - New allegations of Russian interference in the European Parliament, in the upcoming EU elections and the impact on the Union

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Voting Session

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Commission Statement - Russia's undemocratic presidential elections and their illegitimate extension to the occupied territories

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Joint Debate - Pharmaceutical package

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Joint Debate - Migration and Asylum package

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Resumption of session and order of business

EP Mini-Plenary Session - Formal sitting - Address by His Majesty King Philippe, King of the Belgians

EP Plenary session  - Commission statement - Healthy lifestyle and active ageing in the EU

EP Plenary session  - Voting session

EP Plenary session  - Council and Commission statements - Deterioration of living conditions in the EU

EP Plenary session  - Return of Romanian national treasure illegally appropriated by Russia

EP Plenary session - Oral question - Promised revision of the EU animal welfare legislation and the animal welfare-related European citizens’ initiatives

EP Plenary session - Inclusion of the right to abortion in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights

EP Plenary session - Commission statement - The time the European Commission takes to deal with requests for public access to documents

EP Plenary session - Session Commission statement - Rising anti-LGBTIQ rhetoric and violence: recent attacks in Thessaloniki

Opening statements. MEPs address the ongoing crisis in the EU’s automotive industry, focusing on enhancing competitiveness and preventing potential plant closures. This discussion arises as the sector grapples with challenges stemming from the shift to low-carbon technologies, supply chain disruptions, heightened competition from Asia, and a decline in demand for electric vehicles. MEPs engage with representatives from the Commission and the Hungarian Presidency to explore measures aimed at revitalizing the automotive sector. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

The crisis facing the EU’s automotive industry, potential plant closures and the need to enhance competitiveness and maintain jobs in Europe: Opening statement by Valdis DOMBROVSKIS, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission

MEPs discuss the priorities for the upcoming October European Council, assessing the latest developments in the ongoing war in Ukraine and the escalating conflict in the Middle East with the Commission and the Hungarian Presidency.

Preparation of the European Council of 17-18 October 2024: MEPs debate

Closing statements by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission and by János BÓKA, Hungarian Minister for European Affairs. MEPs discuss the priorities for the upcoming October European Council, assessing the latest developments in the ongoing war in Ukraine and the escalating conflict in the Middle East with the Commission and the Hungarian Presidency.

Preparation of the European Council of 17-18 October 2024: Closing statements by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, European Commission's Executive Vice-President and János BÓKA, Hungarian Minister for European Affairs

MEPs assess with the Commission and the Hungarian Presidency the latest developments in the war in Ukraine and the conflict in the Middle East. Ahead of the summit of the Heads of State or Government in Brussels on 17-18 October, plenary discuss how the EU can continue supporting Kyiv against Russian aggression, and the EU’s response to the latest events in the Middle East, where Israeli forces continue their attacks on Gaza and have intensified their actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon. in Lebanon, while Iran has launched missiles against Israel. At their meeting, EU leaders will also focus on making the European economy more competitive, improving the competitiveness of the European economy, following the publication of Mario Draghi’s report calling for a boost of public investment and wide-ranging economic reforms., and on ways to manage migration flows and ensure border protection.

Preparation of the European Council of 17-18 October 2024: extracts from the debate

Point of order by Roberta METSOLA, EP President and opening statements by Roberta METSOLA, EP President and opening statements by János BÓKA, Hungarian Minister for European Affairs and by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Executive Vice-President of the EC. MEPs discuss the priorities for the upcoming October European Council, assessing the latest developments in the ongoing war in Ukraine and the escalating conflict in the Middle East with the Commission and the Hungarian Presidency.

Preparation of the European Council of 17-18 October 2024: point of order by Roberta METSOLA, EP President Opening statements by János BÓKA, Hungarian Minister for European Affairs and by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Executive Vice-President of the EC

MEPs engage in a debate with the Commission focused on media pluralism, independent journalism and on combating the rising tide of disinformation. With fake news and coordinated disinformation campaigns increasingly used as tools for political interference the urgency of this discussion is heightened by recent incidents surrounding the June 2024 European elections and various national elections. The surge in disinformation has also been exacerbated by significant events such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic. Closing statement by Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission.

Facing fake news, populism and disinformation in the EU - the importance of public broadcasting, media pluralism and independent journalism: closing statement by Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission

MEPs engage in a debate with the Commission focused on media pluralism, independent journalism and on combating the rising tide of disinformation. With fake news and coordinated disinformation campaigns increasingly used as tools for political interference the urgency of this discussion is heightened by recent incidents surrounding the June 2024 European elections and various national elections. The surge in disinformation has also been exacerbated by significant events such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Facing fake news, populism and disinformation in the EU - the importance of public broadcasting, media pluralism and independent journalism: MEPs debate

MEPs engage in a debate with the Commission focused on media pluralism, independent journalism and on combating the rising tide of disinformation. With fake news and coordinated disinformation campaigns increasingly used as tools for political interference the urgency of this discussion is heightened by recent incidents surrounding the June 2024 European elections and various national elections. The surge in disinformation has also been exacerbated by significant events such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic. Opening statement by Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Values and Transparency. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Facing fake news, populism and disinformation in the EU - the importance of public broadcasting, media pluralism and independent journalism: opening statement by Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission

Closing statement by Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality, on the "Need to fight the systematic problem of gender based violence in Europe" debate. MEPs engage with the Commission to address the urgent need to combat gender-based violence in Europe. Amid ongoing high-profile trials in Italy and France related to violent crimes against women, discussions will likely emphasize the importance of establishing a common EU definition of consent. MEPs request an update on the implementation of the recently adopted EU directive aimed at enhancing protections for victims and preventing violence, particularly domestic violence. The new legislation includes provisions to prohibit female genital mutilation and forced marriage, along with measures targeting online offenses.

Need to fight the systematic problem of gender based violence in Europe: Closing statement by Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality

MEPs engage with the Commission to address the urgent need to combat gender-based violence in Europe. Amid ongoing high-profile trials in Italy and France related to violent crimes against women, discussions will likely emphasize the importance of establishing a common EU definition of consent. MEPs request an update on the implementation of the recently adopted EU directive aimed at enhancing protections for victims and preventing violence, particularly domestic violence. The new legislation includes provisions to prohibit female genital mutilation and forced marriage, along with measures targeting online offenses.

Need to fight the systematic problem of gender based violence in Europe: MEPs debate

Opening statement by Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality, on the "Need to fight the systematic problem of gender based violence in Europe" debate. MEPs engage with the Commission to address the urgent need to combat gender-based violence in Europe. Amid ongoing high-profile trials in Italy and France related to violent crimes against women, discussions will likely emphasize the importance of establishing a common EU definition of consent. MEPs request an update on the implementation of the recently adopted EU directive aimed at enhancing protections for victims and preventing violence, particularly domestic violence. The new legislation includes provisions to prohibit female genital mutilation and forced marriage, along with measures targeting online offenses. Opening statement by Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Need to fight the systematic problem of gender based violence in Europe: Opening statement by Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality

Ylva JOHANSSON, European Commissioner for Home Affairs delivers her closing statement, following up on the debate among the MEPs on the reintroduction of internal border controls in the Schengen area and its impact on EU free movement. The recent decision taken by Germany and other Member States to reinstate checks has sparked concerns about the future of the Schengen zone.

The reintroduction of internal border controls in a number of Member States and its impact on the Schengen Area : Closing statement of Ylva JOHANSSON

Commissioner Ylva JOHANSSON opens the plenary debate on the reintroduction of internal border controls in the Schengen area and its impact on EU free movement. The recent decisions taken by Germany and other Schengen members to reinstate checks have sparked concerns about the future of the Schengen zone.

The reintroduction of internal border controls in a number of Member States and its impact on the Schengen Area: Opening statement by Ylva JOHANSSON, European Commissioner for Home Affairs

MEPs debate focuses on the reintroduction of internal border controls in the Schengen area, and on its impact on the EU free movement. The recent decision taken by Germany and other Schengen members to reinstate checks has sparked concerns about the future of the Schengen zone and its ability to maintain open borders.

The reintroduction of internal border controls in a number of Member States and its impact on the Schengen Area : MEPs debate

MEPs debate with the Josep BORRELL FONTELLES, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, the one year anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack that killed 1,200 Israelis on 7 October 2023 and triggered the current war in Gaza and wider Middle East destabilisation. Closing statements.

One year after the 7 October terrorist attacks by Hamas: Closing statements by Josep BORRELL FONTELLES, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission

MEPs debate with the Commission the anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack that killed 1,200 Israelis on 7 October 2023 and triggered the current war in Gaza and wider Middle East destabilisation.

One year after the 7 October terrorist attacks by Hamas: MEPs debate

Opening statements. MEPs debate with the Commission the anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack that killed 1,200 Israelis on 7 October 2023 and triggered the current war in Gaza and wider Middle East destabilisation.

One year after the 7 October terrorist attacks by Hamas: Opening statements by Josep BORRELL FONTELLES, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission

MEPs debate with the Commission the anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack that killed 1,200 Israelis on 7 October 2023 and triggered the current war in Gaza and wider Middle East destabilisation. The news features highlights from the debate reflecting on the events and their aftermath. It includes the opening speech by European Parliament President Roberta Metsola. The debate covers various perspectives on the right to self-defense, the role of international humanitarian law, and calls for the protection of civilians. It also addresses the ongoing situation regarding hostages and the broader regional implications.

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