European Parliament Confronts Middle East Tensions, EU Summit Priorities, and Automotive Industry Challenges

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Tuesday, October 8

Increase in hostilities in the Middle East

Members of the European Parliament are set to evaluate the recent events unfolding in the Middle East. This includes Israel's ongoing offensive in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as Iran's missile strikes in response against Israel. The discussion, featuring High Representative Borrell and representatives from the Hungarian Presidency, is scheduled to begin at approximately 10:30.

Snjezana Kobescak Smodis

The phone number is: +32 470 96

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Viktor ALMQVIST

Phone number: +32 470 88 29

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Key Focus Areas for Parliament at the EU Summit on October 17-18

Starting at 9:00 AM, Members of the European Parliament will present their expectations for the upcoming European Council meeting during a conversation with Commission Vice-President Šefčovič and Hungary's Minister for European Affairs Bóka. During this meeting, EU leaders will address the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, explore strategies to boost the competitiveness of the European economy, and discuss enhancements to migration management and border security.

Andreas KLEINER

Belgium phone number: +32 498 98 33

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Estefania Narrillos

Belgian phone number: 32 498 98 39

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Tackling the challenges facing Europe's car industry

Following the conclusion of the voting session, scheduled for approximately 1:30 PM, the plenary will turn its attention to examining the issues confronting the EU's car industry and exploring ways to revive the competitiveness of European carmakers. The stance of the Parliament will be encapsulated in a resolution that will be subject to a vote during a later plenary meeting.

Baptiste Chatain

Belgian phone number: 32 498 981 337

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Summary

Decline in Democracy in Georgia. At approximately 5:00 PM, Members of the European Parliament will engage in discussions about the deterioration of democratic practices in Georgia with Commissioner Urpilainen. This will be followed by a vote on a resolution slated for Wednesday.

Moscow's meddling in Moldova's forthcoming presidential election and the EU membership referendum is set to be a topic of discussion with Commissioner Urpilainen at approximately 4 PM. A resolution regarding this issue is scheduled for a vote in the plenary session on Wednesday.

Conflict in Sudan. This evening, Members of the European Parliament will inquire of Commissioner Urpilainen about the recent initiatives taken by the EU to facilitate peace in Sudan, a nation suffering from internal conflict.

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At 12:30, the full assembly is scheduled to cast votes on releasing financial aid from the EU Solidarity Fund to Italy, Slovenia, Austria, Greece, and France. This funding aims to assist these countries in addressing the harm caused by the 2023 floods.

You can watch the live broadcast of the plenary session on Parliament's web streaming service and EbS+.

To find more specifics about the session, kindly refer to our newsletter.

You can locate all the details about the plenary on this page.

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