EP Plenary session - The first European Annual Asylum and Migration report and the setting up of the Annual Solidarity Pool

LIBE - Proposal for a Council decision determining, pursuant to Article 7(1) of the Treaty on European Union, the existence of a clear risk of a serious breach by Hungary of the values on which the Union is founded

EP Plenary session - Preparation of the European Council meeting of 23-24 October 2025

EP Plenary session - Institutional consequences of the EU enlargement negotiations

EP Plenary session - Changing security landscape and the role of police at the heart of the EU’s internal security strategy

EP Plenary session - Europe’s automotive future - reversing the ban on the sale of combustion cars in the EU

EP Plenary session - Rising antisemitism in Europe

EP Plenary session - Revision of the Visa Suspension Mechanism

EP Plenary session - Resumption of session and order of business

EP Plenary session - Voting session

EP Plenary session - Topical debate by a political group (PfE) - After 10 years, time to end mass migration now - protect our women and children

EP Plenary session - State of the European Union - #SOTEU2025

EP Plenary session -  Presentation of the programme of activities of the Danish Presidency

EP Plenary session - Institutional and political implications of the EU enlargement process and global challenges

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LIBE Committee constitutive meeting

Charlie WEIMERS in the EP in Brussels

Charlie WEIMERS meets Crown Prince of IRAN Reza PAHLAVI

Jessica STEGRUD and Charlie WEIMERS in the EP in Brussels

MEPs discuss the next steps in implementing the Migration and Asylum Pact, with Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus BRUNNER and Danish Minister BJERRE. Yesterday, the Commission tabled its first annual asylum and migration report, accompanied by a decision determining which Member States are under “migratory pressure" and therefore eligible to access the solidarity pool when the Migration Pact enters into application in mid-2026 pool. Second part of MEPs debate.

The first European Annual Asylum and Migration report and the setting up of the Annual Solidarity Pool: MEPs debate (part 2)

In their reactions to Ursula von der LEYEN's speech, MEPs assess the Commission’s work and its plans for the year ahead, while also presenting their own priorities. The annual State of the Union debate allows MEPs to scrutinise the European Commission’s work and help to steer EU policy. The State of the European Union debate is a key moment of accountability for the European Commission towards the EU’s democratically elected representatives, fostering a more transparent and democratic Union.

State of the European Union - #SOTEU2025: MEPs debate (part 1)

MEPs evaluate the outcome of the 20 March European Council in a plenary debate with Presidents António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen. At their meeting in Brussels, the EU’s heads of state or government focused on how the EU can continue supporting Kyiv against Russia’s aggression, how to strengthen the EU’s security and defence capabilities, how to respond to the situation in the Middle East but also ways to bolster the EU’s competitiveness and discussed migration and multilateralism. MEPs debate (part 1)

Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 20 March 2025: MEPs debate (part 1)

MEPs and the Commission debate changes to EU rules on the returns of people who have no legal right to remain in Europe. The proposal for a new legal framework on so-called “returns”, announced by President Ursula von der Leyen in July 2024, is formally unveiled by the European Commission. During the plenary debate, MEPs scrutinise the proposal, which is intended to increase the return rate of third-country nationals not entitled to stay in the EU. Parliament emphasises the importance of cooperation with third countries, including on the readmission of their own nationals, as well innovative measures such as the establishment of return hubs in third countries. MEPs debate (part 1).

Presentation of the proposal on a new common approach on returns: MEPs debate (part 1)

In a joint debate on European security, MEPs assess the results of the 6 March special European Council convened by President António Costa and attended by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss Ukraine and the need to bolster Europe’s security. At a critical time for Ukraine and European security, as President Donald Trump’s new US administration has paused support for Kyiv and raised questions about future US defence engagement in Europe, MEPs will hear from Ursula von der Leyen, EC President on how the EU plans to strengthen its defence capabilities. MEPs also outline their expectations for the 20 -21 March EU summit, which is expected to focus - besides Ukraine - on the Middle East, Europe’s competitiveness, trade policy, and migration management. MEPs debate (part 2)

European Council meetings and European Security: MEPs debate (part 2)

Ursula von der Leyen will present the Commission’s 2025 work programme, outlining its key policy actions and legislative initiatives planned for this year. The work programme sets out in detail how the Commission intends to implement the political guidelines presented by Ursula von der Leyen to the European Parliament in July 2024. They focused on sustainable prosperity and competitiveness, defence and security, strengthening the EU’s social model, quality of life, protecting democracy and upholding EU values, a global Europe, and future-proofing the EU.

Commission Work Programme 2025: MEPs debate part 2

This video is the first round of political group speakers on the subject "Situation in Sweden in the midst of the recent mass shooting in Örebro".

Situation in Sweden in the midst of the recent mass shooting in Örebro : One round of political group speakers

In a debate with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and Barna Zsigmond, Hungary’s Deputy-Minister for European Union Affairs, MEPs outline their expectations for the European Council meeting taking place on Thursday 19 December, focusing on the situation in the Middle East, the EU’s support to Ukraine in its war against Russia, and crisis prevention and migration management. Second part of MEPs debate.

Preparation of the European Council of 19-20 December 2024: MEPs Debate part 2

MEPs assess the latest developments in Syria, its geopolitical implications, and the humanitarian situation in the region in debate with Kaja KALLAS, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. Third part of MEPs debate.

Toppling of the Syrian regime, its geopolitical implications and the humanitarian situation in the region: MEPs Debate (part 3)

MEPs debate with European Commission President-elect von der Leyen on her team and programme. Any political group or at least one-twentieth of MEPs (low threshold) may table a motion for a resolution. Once elected by Parliament and after its formal appointment by the European Council via a qualified majority, the new European Commission is expected to take up its duties on 1 December 2024. MEPs debate (part 1)

Presentation by the Commission President-elect of the College of Commissioners and its programme: MEPs debate (part 1)

With hate speech and hate crime consistently rising in Europe, the deteriorating situation in Israel and Gaza has prompted a surge in islamophobic and anti-Semitic incidents across member states, according to media and civil society reports. MEPs discuss the deplorable escalation of violence around the football match in the Netherlands and the unacceptable attacks against Israeli football fans. MEPs debate

Deplorable escalation of violence around the football match in the Netherlands and the unacceptable attacks against Israeli football fans: MEPs debate

Magnus BRUNNER, Commissioner-designate for Internal Affairs and Migration, of the VON DER LEYEN Commission is heard by the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE) of the European Parliament. During the confirmation hearing, Magnus BRUNNER gives an opening speech and then answer questions by committee members. Committee on Development (DEVE) participates as joint committee. During the confirmation hearing, Magnus BRUNNER answers questions by committee members.

Confirmation hearing of Magnus BRUNNER, Commissioner-designate for Internal Affairs and Migration: questions / answers (part 2)

Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Commissioner-designate, Trade and Economic Security & Interinstitutional Relations and Transparency of the VON DER LEYEN Commission, is heard by the International Trade (INTA) and Constitutional Affairs (AFCO) Committees. Committees on Foreign Affairs (AFET), on Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO), on Petitions (PETI), on Development (DEVE) and on Legal Affairs (JURI) are also invited to participate as joint committees. Questions and answers.

Confirmation hearing of Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Commissioner-designate, Trade and Economic Security & Interinstitutional Relations and Transparency: Questions / Answers (part 3)

MEPs discuss with the European Commission potential changes to EU legislation on the return of third-country nationals with no legal right to stay in Europe. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calls for a common approach to returns and stresses the importance of cooperation with third countries on readmitting their nationals. As the EU prepares to implement the new Pact on Migration and Asylum, the debate focuses on securing external borders, strengthening screening processes, and improving return procedures. Poland’s proposal to temporarily suspend asylum requests and Italy’s plan to process asylum seekers in Albania are also discussed.

Managing migration in an effective and holistic way through fostering returns: MEPs debate (part 2)

MEPs delve into the management of Europe’s external borders and the role of the EU Border and Coast Guard Agency. This debate takes place against the backdrop of the EU and its member states continuing to prepare for the implementation of the Pact on Migration and Asylum and, in particular the screening regulation, to improve security checks for persons arriving in the EU irregularly and speed up asylum and return procedures for those not entitled to international protection.

Strengthening the security of Europe’s external borders - need for a comprehensive approach and enhanced Frontex support: MEPs debate (part 1)

European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva JOHANSSON opens the debate amongst the MEPs on preventing security threats by combating illegal migration and effective return. In the wake of a stabbing attack in Solingen, Germany, on MEPs discuss how to address the unauthorised movements of third country nationals within the EU. The plenary debate follows the German government’s announcement that reintroduces border controls on all its land borders for an initial six-month period. This internal security decision is intended to improve the detection of unauthorised attempts by third country nationals to enter Germany.

Need to prevent security threats like the Solingen attack through addressing illegal migration and effective return: extracts from the debate

MEPs debate on the need to prevent security threats like the Solingen attack through addressing illegal migration and effective return. After a stabbing attack in Solingen, Germany, MEPs are discussing how to manage unauthorised movements of third-country nationals within the EU. This follows Germany’s decision to reintroduce border controls on all land borders for six months to improve detection of illegal entries. MEPs are raising concerns about the impact of these checks on Schengen free movement and reviewing preparations for the upcoming Pact on Migration and Asylum, set for 2026. The Pact focuses on strengthening security checks and accelerating asylum and return procedures for those not entitled to protection.

Need to prevent security threats like the Solingen attack through addressing illegal migration and effective return: MEPs debate (part 1)

MEPs debate after the speech by Ursula VON DER LEYEN, President of the European Commission, candidate for a second mandate 2024-2029. She presented her political priorities and outlined her vision and plans as Commission President.

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