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EU Parliament Tackles Global Crises: Financial Aid to Ukraine, Lebanon Ceasefire, and Taiwan Tensions
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Tuesday, October 22
Discussion and decision-making on economic support for Ukraine in a full assembly meeting
Starting at 9:00 AM, a full session will examine the European Union's proposal to provide Ukraine with a loan of up to €35 billion. This financial aid aims to bolster Ukraine's defense efforts against Russian aggression. The loan is included in a financial support package orchestrated by the G7 and is intended to be repaid using assets frozen from the Russian Central Bank. The decision on this matter will be made through a vote scheduled
Eszter Zalán
Phone number: +32 477 99 20 73
Exchange Partnership Commerce
The circumstances in Lebanon and safeguarding the United Nations peacekeeping mission
At approximately 10:30, Members of the European Parliament are expected to demand an immediate halt to hostilities in Lebanon and emphasize the need to safeguard United Nations peacekeeping troops (UNIFIL) in light of a series of recent assaults.
Viktor Almqvist
Phone number: +32 470 88 29
EP_ForeignAffairs
Snjezana Kobescak Smodis
Phone number: +32 470 960 819
EP_ForeignAffairs
China's Aggressive Actions Near Taiwan
MEPs are set to hold a discussion beginning at approximately 6:30 PM, where they will likely voice disapproval of China's escalating military actions in the Taiwan Strait. Additionally, they are anticipated to show support for Taiwan, which has frequently been targeted by China's foreign information manipulation and interference. A proposed resolution is scheduled for a vote on Thursday.
Snjezana Kobescak Smodis
Telephone number: Plus 32, 470, 96
EP_ForeignAffairs
Viktor Almqvist
Phone number: +32 470 88 29
Foreign Affairs at the European Parliament
In summary
EU's 2025 Budget Plans: Following a voting session at midday, the plenary will deliberate on its key priorities for the European Union's budget for 2025, prior to entering talks with the Council. The voting is scheduled for Wednesday.
Developments in Azerbaijan: Starting at approximately 5:00 PM, Members of the European Parliament will engage in discussions regarding the political climate and human rights conditions in Azerbaijan, in addition to its diplomatic ties with Armenia. A resolution concerning these issues is expected to be passed by MEPs on Thursday.
Safety measures for European journalists covering the conflict in Ukraine. Starting at approximately 2:00 PM, Members of the European Parliament will discuss the dangers journalists encounter while reporting on the current war in Ukraine.
Iran is accused of engaging in terrorism backed by the state. This evening, a full assembly will discuss allegations regarding Iran's participation in recent bombings, shootings, and attempted assassinations occurring in Europe.
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At noon, the plenary session will hold a vote on several issues, including:
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