Charles Michel

La France est en deuil après la mort de l’adjudant-chef Arnaud Frion, tombé en Irak lors d’une attaque près d’Erbil. Mes condoléances à sa famille, à ses frères d’armes et aux militaires blessés.

Les attaques iraniennes contre nos partenaires dans la région et les forces européennes engagées à leurs côtés sont inacceptables. Elles doivent cesser. J’appelle à la désescalade urgente du conflit.
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The unilateral decision by the US to lift sanctions on Russian oil exports is very concerning, as it impacts European security.

Increasing economic pressure on Russia is decisive for it to accept a serious negotiation for a just and lasting peace.

Weakening sanctions increases Russian resources to wage the war of aggression against Ukraine.
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The military escalation in the Middle East is causing global instability and its consequences are being felt in Europe.

We must protect our citizens & our companies, while working towards de-escalation & focusing on our competitiveness agenda.

My invitation to the March #EUCO

https://link.europa.eu/mBHVVC
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RT by @eucopresident@respublicae.eu: Joint press statement by @eucopresident@respublicae.eu António Costa, and @presidentaz of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev

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Thank you @presidentaz Aliyev for your warm welcome to Baku.

I’m looking forward to continuing our work on a new framework for closer EU and Azerbaijan cooperation that reflects our joint vision for the future.

With rising global tensions and instability, strengthening ties between us is more important than ever.

The EU stands in full solidarity with you and your people, as the dangerous military escalation in Iran and the Middle East risks having a direct...
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Thank you @EmmanuelMacron for organising a call with G7 partners to discuss a coordinated response to the concerning situation in Iran and the Middle East.

We are focused on minimising the impact on security and the global energy market.

President @vonderleyen@respublicae.eu and I recalled that the immediate priority is to keep energy flows moving, especially navigation through the Strait of Hormuz - critical for the global economy. Enforcing the oil price cap will help...
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Energy security is central to 🇪🇺🇦🇿 cooperation.

4 years ago today in Versailles, #EUCO agreed to diversify EU energy sources. Azerbaijan has been central to this effort.

With the current volatility, our energy partnership is more important than ever. https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1YxNrZWlXpnxw

Energy security is central to 🇪🇺🇦🇿 cooperation.

4 years ago today in Versailles, #EUCO agreed to diversify EU energy sources. Azerbaijan has been central t...
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In Baku 🇦🇿 today, looking forward to meeting @presidentaz Ilham Aliyev.

Azerbaijan is a key partner for the EU.

Over the past year, we have re-energised our relationship.

We are committed to further deepening our relationship on security, energy, digital and transport.

We will also discuss latest developments in view of the rapidly evolving geopolitical situation.
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Today we celebrate Lithuania’s Independence Restoration Day.

A day that reminds us that the sovereignty and freedom of a nation endure longer than its oppression.

Su Nepriklausomybės atkūrimo diena! Tegul laisvė visada gyvuoja jūsų širdyse! 🇱🇹

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As the war in Iran takes center stage, there is only one winner: Russia.

Profiting from rising energy prices and the diversion of military capabilities and benefiting from the reduced attention to the Ukrainian front.

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A multipolar world requires multilateral solutions.

In this new reality, the EU must defend the rules-based international order. Violations of international law must not be accepted, human rights violations must not be tolerated.

Freedom and human rights cannot be achieved through bombs. Only international law upholds them.

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The European Union will always be a reliable partner, a defender of the rules-based international order, and upholder of the United Nations Charter.

In response to today’s unpredictable world, we are deepening our cooperation with like-minded democracies and enhancing our resilience - with 12 international summits in 2025 and 9 security & defence partnerships.

Our network of trade agreements - the world's most extensive - enhances our global influence, pr...
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In times like these, values and trust are more critical than ever.

They are the foundation of our influence and authority: what makes our Union powerful, what we must continue to stand for.

My address at the EU Ambassadors' Conference ↓ https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1YxNrZWVeAvxw

In times like these, values and trust are more critical than ever.

They are the foundation of our influence and authority: what makes our Union powerful, what we must continue to...
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Today @vonderleyen@respublicae.eu and I had a VTC with Leaders of Middle East countries on the latest developments of the war in Iran.

We are working together to bring back peace and stability.

The EU is committed to partnership, security, and prosperity in the region.

Read our joint statement: https://link.europa.eu/GFxbFG
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Equality benefits everyone.
The EU is committed to gender equality today and every day.

On International Women’s Day, I thank the amazing women on my team for their dedication and commitment.

#InternationalWomensDay2026
#IWD2026
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Last night, Russia launched another large-scale attack against Ukraine’s energy system and civilian infrastructure.

These systematic and deliberate strikes against civilians are unacceptable. Targeting energy infrastructure is a cynical attempt to terrorise the Ukrainian people.

The EU stands firmly with Ukraine. Together with our international partners, we will continue to support the repair, rebuilding, and protection of Ukraine’s energy system.

Russia’s...
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Un plaisir de rencontrer le Premier ministre @LucFrieden lors de mon déplacement au Luxembourg. 🇱🇺

Nous partageons une vision ambitieuse pour la compétitivité de l’UE, fondée sur l’innovation, une intégration économique renforcée, la diversification des échanges commerciaux et l’indépendance énergétique.

Lors du Conseil européen de mars, les dirigeants de l’UE conviendront de mesures concrètes pour transformer cette vision en réalité.
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Here, in Hamburg, an ancient European gateway open to the world, we are reminded of the enduring strength of our Union.

It is this spirit of openness, innovation, and connection that we as Europeans must continue to embrace. https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1NxarajjXlgKj

Here, in Hamburg, an ancient European gateway open to the world, we are reminded of the enduring strength of our Union.

It is this spirit of openness, innovation, and connection that we as Eur...
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The Court of Auditors plays an important role in improving the accountability and transparency of the EU, and deepening citizens’ trust.

Thank you President @TonyMurphyECA @EUAuditors@respublicae.eu for your welcome today.
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I am grateful to be here at the Court of Justice, the guardian of the Rule of Law and our shared European values.

I would like to thank President Koen Lenaerts for his hospitality during my visit.
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