The automated Entry/Exit System for non-EU nationals travelling for short stays becomes fully operational

President von der Leyen together with several European and world leaders welcomed the two-week ceasefire concluded between the United States and Iran.

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The Commission proposes the Council to adopt a decision setting out the provision of €45 billion to Ukraine by 31 December 2026. Following its adoption, the Commission will proceed as soon as possible with the first disbursement to Ukraine.

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The European Parliament and Council have agreed on the most ambitious reform of EU customs rules since 1968. The new rules introduce new measures for e-commerce and modern, data-driven customs architecture that simplifies procedures and enhances efficiency.

The Commission has started a formal investigation to verify if Snapchat may have breached the Digital Services Act, by exposing minors to grooming attempts and recruitment for criminal purposes, as well as to information about the sale of illegal goods.

The European Commission and consumer protection authorities have discovered that some online discounts during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales were misleading, thanks to the latest sweep.

The Commission presented EU Inc., a new single set of corporate rules that will be the same and apply across the EU.

The EU's new strategy on wildfire risk management, which covers prevention, preparedness, response and recovery.

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Read about the 10-year anniversary of the Brussels terror attacks and about what the EU is doing to combat terrorism and ensure the safety of its citizens

The European Commission has presented initiatives to boost investment in homegrown clean energy solutions, increase resilience, and reduce energy prices.

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The EU is supplying €458 million in humanitarian aid for Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and Egypt in 2026. The aid mostly comprises food assistance, health, protection, shelter and education. With many other donors withdrawing from the region, the EU is sustaining life-saving aid to millions.

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Read about the results of Europe's rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products, which shows increased alerts and follow-up actions in 2025.

In a year where the world became more volatile and fragmented, the European Union assumed more responsibility for its own security and stepped up efforts to boost its defence and preparedness. It continued to deliver for citizens and businesses.

The Commission’s Emergency Response Coordination Centre (ERCC) is supporting EU countries with the organisation of repatriation flights for the safe return of EU citizens stranded in the Middle East.