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Italy's FM demands EU include IRGC in terror group list in response to Iran's protests crackdown

"The losses suffered by the civilian population during the protests demand a clear response," Italian FM Antonio Tajani wrote on X.

A man shows a sign mentioning US President Donald Trump during a rally in support of nationwide protests in Iran, in Rome, Italy, January 13, 2026.
In this photo taken on August 29, 2025 MEP Sebastian Tynkkynen of the Finns Party poses for a photo in Turku, Finland.

Military intervention may be unavoidable to change Iran leadership, MEP says - interview

Iranian flags with Reza Pahlavi and the Eiffel Tower in the background, in Paris, France, January 18, 2026

European Parliament adopts resolution condemning Iran’s brutal treatment of protesters

European Union, Israeli and German flags flutter near the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, September 5, 2022

Majority of European MPs view Israel positively, call for cooperation, survey finds - exclusive


Far-right Polish lawmaker extinguishes Hanukkah candles in parliament

Grzegorz Braun then took to the podium in the chamber where he described Hanukkah as "satanic".

 Grzegorz Braun walks after using a fire extinguisher to put out Hanukkah candles at the parliament, Warsaw.

Family of Mahsa Amini blocked by Iranian regime from attending EU award ceremony

The European Parliament recently decided to grant a prestigious human rights award to Mahsa Amini and Iranian protesters.

A newspaper with a cover picture of Mahsa Amini, a woman who died after being arrested by the Islamic republic's "morality police" is seen in Tehran, Iran, September 18, 2022.

European MPs condemn the existence of antisemitic monuments in Moldova

The monuments include the Octavian Goga’s statue and the Alley of Classics in the Great Central Park of Chisinau.

Photo of the statue of Octavian Goga and an archived photo.

Stanislav Pavlovschi – Brilliant legal mind stands up to Moldovan gov't corruption

Pavlovschi is one of the founders of Moldova’s Dignity and Truth Platform Party and has consistently advocated for the protection of human rights and Moldova’s adherence to the rule of law.

 STANISLAV PAVLOVSCHI: From 1996 to 2001, he was a member of the Multidisciplinary Anti-Corruption Group established by the Council of Europe.

European Parliament condemns Palestinian incitement, calls for closer ties in one day

European Parliament condemned Palestinian incitement of violence, while approving resolutions to strengthen relations with the Palestinian Authority.

 A Palestinian holds flags during a protest against Israeli army raid in Jenin, along Israel-Gaza border fence east of Gaza City July 3, 2023.

Europe-funded NGO supports ‘armed struggle’ against Israel

“PCHR is known for its biased positions on Israel. They have long maintained close ties to the terror group PFLP," according to NGO Monitor VP Olga Deutsch.

 The EU representative and representatives from EU nations met with members of the 6 Palestinian NGOs that Israel labeled terrorist organizations.

EU Parliament ‘deplores’ Palestinian textbook incitement - new resolution

This year’s resolution emphasized the need to remove antisemitic references and examples more than past versions.

Workers adjust a European flag outside the EU Parliament ahead of the EU elections in Brussels

EU lawmakers call for summit to control 'very powerful' AI

They met in response to a letter that warned that AI could spread misinformation at an unprecedented rate, and that machines could "outnumber, outsmart, obsolete and replace" humans.

 A keyboard is seen reflected on a computer screen displaying the website of ChatGPT, an AI chatbot from OpenAI, in this illustration picture taken Feb. 8, 2023.

Borrell: Israeli democracy must continue, key to EU partnership

“We are a close observer because Israel is a key partner, and our shared values are based on a democratic and open society and the rule of law,” Borrell said.

 European Union Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell speaks on the tensions between the neighbouring Western Balkan nations in Brussels, Belgium, August 18, 2022.

Israel bars EU parliament member from entering the country

Israeli law prohibits supporters of the boycott, divestment and sanctions movement from entering the country.

Workers adjust a European flag outside the EU Parliament ahead of the EU elections in Brussels