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Countries across Europe are reporting record-breaking temperatures this summer. Many are experiencing extreme droughts, water levels in rivers and lakes are at lower than ever before, and wildfires are causing mass evacuations.

A five-member delegation from the SEDE Committee was in Kyiv on 5 and 6 February 2026. The aim of this mission was to convey European Parliament's unwavering support to Ukraine and to listen to Ukrainian military needs for achieving peace through strength and defend itself against Russia’s war of aggression. High-level political meetings with Rada, Ministries, President's Office, Mayor of Kyiv, anti-corruption institutions, civil society representatives and defence industry were held.
SEDE mission report including the final programme
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The SEDE delegation’s mission to Djibouti and in particular to the EU's CSDP Operation "EUNAVFOR ASPIDES" provided a timely opportunity to assess the operational realities, strategic relevance and regional context of the EU’s maritime presence in the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa. The mission also offered an opportunity to examine the broader EU and Member State presence in Djibouti, including its political partnerships, military infrastructure and operational support functions.
SEDE mission report including the programme
Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2026/1780 of 17 July 2026 amending Decision 2014/145/CFSP concerning restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine.

The Council sanctioned seven persons and three entities responsible for serious human rights violations in relation to the operation of scam centres in Southeast Asia.

Warning that Gaza remains unsafe for civilians, UN humanitarians said Tuesday that their partners report Israeli attacks on schools for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.

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In a video conference to discuss the migrant crisis in Ceuta, the EU interior ministers have made a show of support for Spain. "The EU is united and stands ready to support Spain", concluded Ireland's Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O'Callaghan, who chaired the meeting. Following last week's surge of more than 70,000 migrants into the Spanish exclave in North Africa, 22 EU member states led by Italy and Denmark had initially harshly criticised Madrid over the incident.

The record-breaking heat in many European countries is also causing significant water shortages. Groundwater and river levels are dropping, the soil is drying out and vegetation is withering. Commentators voice concern, but also make clear recommendations.