I thank The Progressive Post The Progressive Post and FEPS for inviting me to contribute an article on the urgent search for #Peace , in today’s troubled world, drawing on the #GoodFridayAgreement and on #peaceprocesses such as #Colombia

I am honoured to have been appointed to the Board of Directors of Front Line Defenders ⁦Front Line Defenders⁩, the international organisation which supports #HumanRights Defenders throughout the world, and which is headquartered in Ireland. frontlinedefenders.org/en/statement-r…

It is a privilege to join the participants in the European Diplomatic Academy in the College of Europe, Brugge for a lengthy discussion on the EU’s attachment to #HumanRights in #EUDiplomacy .

I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of Emmet Stagg. He was a principled and tenacious fighter for the people of Kildare and a tireless champion for The Labour Party values. I recall his enormous support to me when he served as Chief Whip.

Very saddened to learn of the death of Charlie Bird. Outstanding journalist, whom I have known for nearly 50 years. Courageous in pursuing the truth and in coping with his illness. My sympathies to his family. rte.ie/news/2024/0312…

Listen to the statement👇 I have given on behalf of HRVP Josep Borrell Fontelles on the war in #Gaza at #EPlenary .

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'The EU is appalled by the sentencing of Oleg Orlov, a prominent human rights defender and co-chair of renowned human rights organisation Memorial, to two and a half years in prison on politically motivated charges.'

Statement by HR/VP Josep Borrell Fontelles ⤵️
europa.eu/!TDt7TG

From human rights to advocacy, civil society organisations play a crucial role in shaping our world.

On #WorldNGODay , we honour all who every day:

🔵 give voice to the most vulnerable,
🔵 contribute to building fair and inclusive communities.

The EU is your ally and supporter.

The 55th session of the Human Rights Council opens its doors today at United Nations Geneva. #TeamEurope 🇪🇺 will be a strong voice, demonstrating our continued commitment to human rights worldwide. Here our priorities & actions at #HRC55 ➡️🔗eeas.europa.eu/delegations/un…

Congratulations to Olof Skoog who has been appointed by EU Council as the new EU Special Representative for Human Rights. I look forward to handing over to him on Friday.

Russia: Prominent #HumanRights defender & co-chair of Memorial Oleg Orlov faces trial in Moscow, accused of “discrediting 🇷🇺 army. Nothing can discredit this army more than its own actions & behaviour in 🇺🇦. We urge Russia to abide by its own Constitution & drop the charges.

EU's top diplomat urges Israel's allies to limit arms exports over Gaza deaths | The Times of Israel timesofisrael.com/eus-top-diplom…

#Mechelen : Today, I had the privilege to speak at the Lauch event of the Civic Space Initiative, organised by Caroline Gennez Belgium Minister for Development cooperation.

'This is not a war between two states. This is a war between two systems: authoritarianism and democracy. Democracy must win!', says Oleksandra Matviichuk, head of the Centre for Civil Liberties, 2022 Nobel Peace Prize winner.

#24Feb2022 #StandWithUkraine

The announcement by Israeli Minister Smotrich to build 3,300 new units in illegal West Bank settlements is inflammatory and dangerous.

Settlements make Israelis and Palestinians less safe, fuel tensions, obstruct peace efforts, and constitute a grave breach of international law

Global governance institutions must be reformed to reflect the world of today, not the world of 1945.

A well-functioning, rules-based international order, with an effective UN at the core is more important than ever.
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Today, the EU adopted a new package of sanctions on Russia.

It focuses on further limiting Russia's access to military technology & on listing additional companies and individuals involved in Russia's war effort.

More: europa.eu/!8C6hDv.

#StandWithUkraine

Belarus: The tragic death of Ihar Lednik in prison proves inhuman dimension of Lukashenka's oppression. There are more than 1400 political prisoners in 🇧🇾:ill-treated or deprived of medical care. The regime is responsible for their lives & health and will be held accountable

Following yesterday’s Foreign Affairs Council, 26 EU Member States call for an immediate humanitarian pause that would lead to a sustainable ceasefire, the unconditional release of hostages, and the provision of humanitarian assistance. See: europa.eu/!jwnF6y 1/2

The EU stands with the people of Belarus.

In the conclusions adopted today, the Council condemns:

➡️ human rights violations and abuses
➡️ the persecution and repression of Belarusian society
➡️ the complicity of the Belarusian regime in Russia’s war against Ukraine

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