Follow Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s press statement on the EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement live from the Brussels headquarters!
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We are stepping up actions to prevent and counter terrorism and to strengthen EU-wide action against firearms trafficking. These initiatives aim to reinforce Europe’s collective response to evolving threats, adapt security measures to new technologies and online risks, and close gaps in law enforcement cooperation. Our new measures will keep Europe safe.
Watch live as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen joins Executive Vice-President Raffaele Fitto and Heads of State from the EU’s eastern Member States for a high-level conference on the protection of the EU’s borders.
In her speech, President von der Leyen addressed the impact of Russia’s invasion of #Ukraine on eastern border communities. She also presented a plan to strengthen these regions through security, defence, investment and community engagement.
🛡️ Key measures of the plan:
– Enhancing security by mobilising resources and initiatives such as the Defence Readiness Roadmap and the Drone Defence Initiative.
– Launching #EastInvest, a major investment mechanism to attract financing to border regions, tapping into assets like renewable energy, agriculture and technology.
– Supporting local communities with flexible financial instruments, digital upskilling and cross-border initiatives to boost resilience and long-term prosperity
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The European Commission reaffirms that hormone-treated beef, including products containing estradiol, cannot enter the EU market unless it fully complies with strict EU food safety standards.
The EU maintains some of the highest health and safety rules in the world — protecting consumers while ensuring fair trade conditions.
Food safety remains non-negotiable.
Watch live as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Executive Vice-President Raffaele Fitto take part in high-level events on Eastern Border Regions on 26 February 2026, from the European Commission headquarters in Brussels.
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Four years of full‑scale war have changed everything in Ukraine. Yet everyday life still goes on. In this video, we share powerful stories of how Ukrainians keep going under constant attack, and how the European Union supports them.
From civil protection workers in Kharkiv repairing infrastructure in freezing temperatures, to teachers giving lessons in shelters, and 12‑year‑old Sasha, who keeps playing the piano despite the war, Ukrainians are showing extraordinary resilience.
The EU stands with Ukraine for as long as it takes. Together with its Member States, the European Union has mobilised almost €195 billion in political, financial, military and humanitarian support.
Find out more about how the EU supports Ukraine here: https://link.europa.eu/jjbghbfb
Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/media/video/I-285370
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Four years after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Commission President von der Leyen visits Kyiv on 24 February 2026. Together with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Council President Antonio Costa, she will take part in a press conference.
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Today, the European Commission adopted a comprehensive strategy to step up support for the EU eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine, facing multiple challenges in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Strengthening the prosperity and resilience of these regions is not only an expression of EU solidarity but also a strategic investment in Europe’s security, competitiveness, and future stability.
Several regions from nine Member States – Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria – have been affected by hybrid warfare, weaponised migration, economic and trade disruption, and demographic decline.
Since the outset of Russia’s war against Ukraine, the EU has extended political, technical, and financial support to its eastern regions to improve infrastructure, boost economic resilience, develop defence capabilities, address challenges in energy and connectivity, and support employment opportunities. Additionally, the EU–Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have sustained trade.
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Shein under the Digital Services Act, targeting potential breaches of EU consumer safety regulations. The probe focuses on Shein’s addictive design and rewards programmes, the lack of transparency in its recommender systems, and the sale of illegal products, including weapons and child-like sex dolls. This investigation seeks to ensure digital platforms prioritise user well-being and adhere to the highest transparency standards within the European market.
"Today is the time for action" – President von der Leyen
On 14 February 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered a keynote speech at the annual Munich Security Conference.
In her speech, President von der Leyen addresses the importance of strengthening Europe’s independence amid ongoing security challenges, including Russia’s aggression against Ukraine.
Emphasising the necessity for Europe to take primary responsibility for its security, she outlines the EU’s plan to invest significantly in defence capabilities and embrace more strategic partnerships.
President von der Leyen also calls for a new European Security Strategy, urging a proactive approach to protect European territories and values. Her speech concludes with an affirmation that Europe must honour its commitments and ensure peace and freedom through heightened independence and unity.
For the full transcript of the speech, see here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/speech_26_414
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