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Parliament adopts resolutions on human rights in Iran, Georgia
The European Parliament adopted three resolutions addressing human rights in Iran, Georgia and Azerbaijan, with the brief press release confirming adoption but offering no details.
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Parliament calls Russian Duma elections a complete sham
The European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the Russian Duma elections as a complete sham held in a climate of fear, linking the vote to Moscow’s illegal war against Ukraine.
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Parliament sets priorities for EU anti-corruption strategy
MEPs adopted Parliament priorities for the EU anti-corruption strategy, urging prevention, stronger enforcement and higher integrity standards to shape the Commission’s forthcoming plans.
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Parliament agenda for Thursday 8 October
The Parliament agenda for Thursday 8 October outlines plenary debates, voting sessions and committee meetings where MEPs will debate proposals, adopt resolutions and decide reports.
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Stubb, Sandu: Europe’s Security After Russia’s War
The main topic was Europe’s security after Russia’s war in Ukraine, focusing on ongoing threats, support for Ukraine, and the strategic importance.
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EU aid for workers in Belgium, Spain and Finland approved
The European Parliament approved €6.91 million in EU aid for workers in Belgium, Spain and Finland to support laid-off employees in finding new employment and easing transitions.
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EU policy towards China that balances dialogue and interests
MEPs in the Committee on Foreign Affairs call for an EU policy towards China that pairs continued diplomatic dialogue with measures to protect European economic and strategic interests and human rights.
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MEPs call for ambitious 2028-2034 budget
MEPs reiterated calls for an ambitious 2028-2034 budget during a Committee on Budgets debate with Commission and Council officials, stressing Parliament’s role ahead of negotiations.
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Plenary session on 7 October announced by Parliament
The European Parliament confirmed a plenary session on 7 October as a sitting day in its EP Today bulletin, serving as a calendar note without a detailed agenda or listed debates.
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Preparing the EU for enlargement: governance and safeguards
The Commission review outlines measures to prepare the EU for enlargement by adjusting governance, budget rules, accession practices and introducing safeguards to uphold EU values.
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Von der Leyen Outlines EU Energy Response Amid Soaring Costs
Ahead of the European Council meeting on 15 16 October 2026, von der Leyen detailed immediate support measures, a push for energy independence, and
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MEPs debate the energy transition with Portugal’s prime minister
MEPs and Portugal’s Prime Minister Luís Montenegro debated the energy transition, the EU’s long-term budget and competitiveness in a This is Europe session summarising key priorities.
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