In a phone call with @eucopresident António Costa, I stressed the need for the EU to focus on supporting Ukraine and phasing out Russian energy resources. At the #EUCO# this week, I expect a serious discussion on competitiveness and #MFF# priorities. The EU’s eastern flank must get the attention it deserves!

Good call earlier today with @eucopresident ahead of the European Council next week. Moldova is ready to open all negotiating clusters, and our reforms are on track. Thank you, António, for your steady support for Moldova's European path.

Today I've agreed with @eucopresident that we will hold the second UK-EU summit on 22 July. My Labour Government is delivering on our promise to reset our relationship and put Britain at the heart of Europe. Together we will tackle the cost of living, boost jobs and create opportunities for young people.

The EU Community of Practice on Peace Mediation #EUCoP26# brings peace practitioners, international & regional organisations to exchange insights on mediation & dialogue. Strong partnerships are key to resolving conflicts & advancing #peace# & #security# #EUForeignPolicy#

The 8th #EU# Community of Practice on Peace Mediation #EUCoP26# returns! Are you curious about mediation & peace process support? Don’t miss the opening session of #EUCoP26#. Watch it here: #EUForeignPolicy#

As conflicts rapidly evolve worldwide, #EUCoP26# provided an engaging space to share how mediation can adapt to new challenges & practitioners can seize emerging opportunities. We are putting #EUForeignPolicy# into action for a safer world!

Glad to welcome in Kyiv President of the European Council António Costa @eucopresident. We appreciate that our European friends stand by us as we defend our independence and shared values. I thanked for all the financial support, in particular, for today’s decision to allocate €6.1B for defense procurement. We discussed accelerating Ukraine’s EU accession negotiations, increasing pressure on Russia, as well as support in energy, financial, and defense domains. Also addressed global food security amid Russia’s Black Sea aggression and war‑risk insurance. Thank you to António Costa for personal support, while all the EU member states for standing with us.

Great first call with Minister @ThomasByrneTD today. Ireland leads the @EUCouncil Presidency and the UK remains committed to delivering on shared priorities: economic growth, security, and defence readiness. 🇬🇧🇮🇪🇪🇺

Good meeting with @Christodulides in the margins of the MED9. We discussed the Cyprus settlement process. And we talked about the next steps on Cyprus’ path into Schengen. Our exchange also focused on next week’s crucial EUCO, where we will discuss lowering energy prices and the cost of living.

“The decision to withdraw troops follows a comprehensive, multilayered process that incorporates perspectives from key leaders in EUCOM and across the chain of command. This was not an unexpected, last-minute decision, and it would be false to report it as such.” -Acting Pentagon Press Secretary @JoelValdezDOW