EU foreign ministers convened in Brussels under Kallas's leadership to coordinate military and diplomatic support for Ukraine while addressing Iran tensions and broader European security challenges.

#europe #geopolitics #euforeignpolicy #ukraineconflict https://geopolitiq.com/post/eu-s-ukraine-commitment-tested-as-kallas-charts-unified-strategy-mp15hcb9?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=auto_repost

Meet the Transatlantic Stars 2026 Film Finalists! πŸŽ₯

Five EU filmmakers are joining the 1st year of Transatlantic Stars, and they are about to land in the States! They will be the special guests at @BIFFMA's 20th anniversary before traveling to LA.

#RisingStars #EUForeignPolicy
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European and Canadian leaders hold talks in Yerevan amid Trump influence

European and Canadian leaders meet in Yerevan for EPC talks, focusing on security and global tensions amid rising US influence under Donald Trump.

Daily Times

RT by @EUintheUS: Circular business models enable stronger trade & investment ties.

From Europe to Phoenix, the EU Cities Gateway Programme brought together 8 cities from Europe, Canada & the US for exchanges, site visits & workshops in Phoenix, the US. Visits on recycling, reuse & innovation highlighted how local solutions are driving the circular economy in practice, setting the stage for the 2nd Circular Economy Forum.

Over two days, high-level talks focused on how to ensure that circular economy & energy efficiency creates jobs & resilient supply chains, recover valuable resources, & promote healthier communities.

This is #EUForeignPolicy in action!
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#eu #spain #ireland #israel : #associationagreement / #suspension

β€ž[A] number of ministers called for suspending or partially suspending the pact over concerns about #settlements in β€Œthe #WestBank, β€Œthe #humanitariansituation in the #Gaza Strip and a new #deathpenaltylaw.
Speaking after the ministers' discussions, #EUforeignpolicy chief K. Kallas said there was not sufficient support ⁠to suspend the agreement (…).β€œ

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/22/world/eu-pact-israel-spain/

EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action

A number of ministers called for suspending the pact with Israel over concerns about settlements in β€Œthe West Bank, β€Œthe humanitarian situation in Gaza and a new death penalty law.

The Japan Times

#eu #afghanistan : #euforeignpolicy / #taliban / #flightandasylum / #refugees / #humanrights / #deportation

β€žThe EU aims to deport asylum seekers whose claims have been rejected, a policy that has raised concerns among human rights organisations.β€œ

https://www.khaama.com/eu-to-host-kabul-officials-for-talks-on-afghan-migrant-deportations/

Divided on Israel, Brussels Struggles to Stay Relevant in Middle East Policy

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://europeanconservative.com/articles/news/eu-two-state-solution-israel-kallas-mustafa/

#spain #israel #palestine : #gaza / #genocide / #internationallaw / #euforeignpolicy / #sanctions

β€žThe prime minister's request comes days after Spain, #Ireland and #Slovenia wrote to the #EU's top diplomat, K. Kallas, calling for a review of Israel's compliance with the agreement after the Knesset passed the #deathpenaltylaw last month.β€œ

https://www.haaretz.com/world-news/europe/2026-04-19/ty-article/.premium/spains-pm-urges-eu-to-suspend-trade-ties-with-israel/0000019d-a6dc-d31c-a1df-aedf34d60000

See also:

β€žEU/Israel: 60+ organizations demand suspension of EU-Israel #AssociationAgreementβ€œ
https://www.amnesty.eu/news/eu-israel-60-organizations-demand-suspension-of-eu-israel-association-agreement/

πŸ‘‹ Meet the Transatlantic Stars 2026 Visual Artists 🎨

Help us welcome these 5 artists from the EU as they settle into their U.S. residencies, where they will co-create with a local American artist! πŸ‘

@McCollCenter @SFAI @IAIASantaFe @BunnellArts #RisingStars #EUForeignPolicy
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This weekend, those in the EU-U.S. Fellowship for Young Leaders in Agriculture begin a week of policy discussions & site visits in Europe! Young EU&US farmers will engage @EUAgri & other EU institutions in Belgium +explore working farms at @WUR. 🌱 #TSTIAgFellows #EUForeignPolicy
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