EU member states

The European Commission has proposed extending temporary protection for Ukrainians until March 2028, excluding those who leave Ukraine illegally to avoid military service. The measure, requested by Kyiv, requires approval from EU member states before implementation.

The EU's chemicals overhaul prioritizes competitiveness, but reopening the REACH regulation is not currently feasible. Changes to the regulation remain possible if EU member states reach an agreement.

EU leaders signed a joint statement supporting Ukraine, following a similar G7 initiative. A majority of EU member states advocate for using offshore deportation hubs for individuals without legal residence rights, with examples like the Italy-Albania cooperation already in place.

Negotiators from the European Parliament and EU member states are working to update air passenger rights regulations, which have remained unchanged since 2004. The focus is on addressing modern challenges in air travel, particularly stronger protections for passengers facing delays and cancellations.

All EU member states have approved opening Cluster 1 in Ukraine’s EU accession negotiations, covering rule of law, democratic institutions, and fundamental rights. This marks a major milestone in Kyiv’s path toward EU membership.

The European Commission has recommended EU member states adopt an open-source age verification app to protect children from harmful online content. The app aims to ensure platforms can effectively verify users' ages, with the Commission stating there are 'no more excuses' for not implementing such measures.

The European Union faces internal division over whether to suspend its trade agreement with Israel due to escalating concerns about human rights violations in Gaza and the West Bank. Member states are debating the move amid growing international pressure.