In the European Union, democracy may seem obvious to us today. But this has not always been the case. Not so long ago, millions of Europeans lived through times when they could not vote or even speak up freely. When their very lives could be in danger simply for being different, for holding different beliefs or for wanting a different life. Democracy is a precious gift passed on to us from previous generations. They aspired towards it and fought for it. Now it is up to us to maintain it, to make it stronger and pass it on to the generations to come. The most effective way to do so is by voting - because the more people vote, the stronger democracy becomes. On June 6-9 2024: Use your vote or others will decide for you.

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In the European Union, democracy may seem obvious to us today. But this has not always been the case. Not so long ago, millions of Europeans lived through times when they could not vote or even speak up freely. When their very lives could be in danger simply for being different, for holding different beliefs or for wanting a different life. Democracy is a precious gift passed on to us from previous generations. They aspired towards it and fought for it. Now it is up to us to maintain it, to make it stronger and pass it on to the generations to come. The most effective way to do so is by voting - because the more people vote, the stronger democracy becomes. On June 6-9 2024: Use your vote or others will decide for you. © ANDCO A/S, 2024. All rights reserved. Licensed to the European Parliament under conditions. Use or reproduction is prohibited without prior explicit permission from the respective right holders.

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Den Daphne-Caruana-Galizia-Preis des Europäischen Parlaments erhalten in diesem Jahr Clément Di Roma und Carol Valade. Ausgezeichnet werden die beiden Journalisten für ihren Dokumentarfilm „Zentral-Afrika: Die Söldner aus Russland“. Der Video- und Fotojournalist Clément Di Roma berichtet für France24 aus Ruanda, der Multimediareporter Carol Valade ist Pressekorrespondent in Afrika.

Der Daphne-Caruana-Galizia-Preis für Journalismus 2022

Deepfakes sind Videos und ähnliche Medien, die mithilfe künstlicher Intelligenz manipuliert worden sind. Sie überschwemmen zurzeit das Internet und verändern die Realität, indem sie Einfluss auf unsere Wahrnehmung bestimmter Ereignisse oder Aussagen nehmen. Außerdem sorgen sie durch künstlich erzeugte Missverständnisse für Spannungen. Es verwundert deshalb kaum, dass mit Deepfakes bereits Straftaten begangen wurden. Doch weil das Internet ein weltweites Netz ist, sind diese Straftaten für das lokale, nationale und übernationale Rechtswesen problematisch. Handlungsbedarf besteht auch auf EU-Ebene.

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Informationen verbreiten sich heutzutage rasend schnell. Deshalb sind Falschmeldungen im Internet ein großes Problem. Damit es leichter gelöst werden kann, hat die EU das Projekt InVID mitfinanziert. Mit InVID kann die Zuverlässigkeit von Videos und anderen Dateien bewertet werden, die in den sozialen Medien verbreitet werden. Das geht so:

Das tut Europa für Faktenprüfer

Videospiele ziehen fast alle Menschen in ihren Bann – egal, ob alt oder jung. Einige betrachten Videospiele sogar als Kunstform. Wenn auch Sie oder Ihre Kinder süchtig nach solchen Spielen sind, sollten Sie wissen, was die EU in diesem Bereich tut – hier drei Beispiele.

Das tut Europa für Gamer

Wenn Sie Lehrer sind, haben Sie vielleicht schon einmal lehrreiche Spiele im Unterricht eingesetzt. Aber wussten Sie auch, dass die EU spielerisches Lernen am Computer unterstützt, weil die Schüler so leichter und besser lernen können?

Das tut Europa für Lehrkräfte, die Videospiele als Unterrichtsmaterial nutzen

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The video game ecosystem has become a leading cultural and creative industry all over the world. It has an estimated European market size of EUR 23.3 billion in 2021, and it encompasses more than 4 900 game studios and 200 game publishers, with great potential for growth, innovation, creativity and triggering positive change for the whole sector.

Video games have proven to be a powerful cross-sectoral medium, successfully inspiring and drawing on many other creative and cultural industries, such as films and books. According to the Interactive Software Federation of Europe, half of all Europeans consider themselves to be video game players, of whom almost half are women, and the average age of a video game player in Europe is 31.3 years. Over 70 % of young people aged 6-24 in the EU play video games, although the majority of players are over 18.

On January 2023,&nbsp;Parliament called for gamers to be better protected from addiction and other manipulative practices, while emphasising the potential of this innovative sector.

Esports and video games

Animated videos - "How It Works"

Joint Procurement on access to a multilingual video-conferencing system and remote simultaneous interpretation services

Video call between Roberta METSOLA, EP President and astronaut Samantha CRISTOFORETTI , next Commander of the International Space Station

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EP Plenary session - Consumer protection in online video games: a European Single Market approach

EP Plenary session - E-sport and videogames

Video Games Stockshots

Video call between Roberta METSOLA, EP President and astronaut Samantha CRISTOFORETTI, next Commander of the International Space Station

Roberta METSOLA, EP President recording a video message

Roberta METSOLA, EP President in video meeting with Nancy PELOSI, Speaker of the US House of Representatives

David SASSOLI, EP President in video meeting with EU Ambassadors

David SASSOLI, EP President in video meeting with Nancy PELOSI, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives

David SASSOLI, EP President in video meeting with the Italian students of the University of Bruges

David SASSOLI, EP President in video meeting with Rumen RADEV, President of the Bulgarian Republic

David SASSOLI, EP President in video meeting with Nancy PELOSI, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives and with Anthony ROTA, Speaker of the House of Commons of Canada

David SASSOLI, EP President in video meeting with Marco GRANELLI, President of the Confartigianato Imprese

Meeting with the Slovenian Presidency - Video meeting between the EP Conference of Presidents and the Slovenian Presidency and with the representatives of the Slovenian Parliament

On the occasion of the sixth edition of the European Parliament's Gender Equality Week 2025, ECON's contribution featured high level female representatives in European finance, on Wednesday 5 November 2025. Nadia Calviño, President of the European Investment Bank (EIB) addressed ECON Members via a video message on 'The EIB Group's strategy for gender equality and women's economic empowerment'.

Video message by Nadia Calviño, President of the European Investment Bank on 'The EIB Group's strategy for gender equality and women's economic empowerment'

This video presents extracts from the debate on the meeting of Heads of State or Government in Brussels on 23 October They discuss how the EU can continue to support Ukraine against Russia’s aggression, as well as the EU’s response to recent developments in the Middle East, where the release of the remaining hostages and Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza followed the first phase of a peace agreement between Hamas and Israel. At their meeting, EU leaders also focus on strengthening Europe’s economic competitiveness, guided by the Competitiveness Compass and the Draghi Report, which call for higher public investment and wide-ranging economic reforms. They also address Europe’s housing crisis, defence and security policy, and ways to manage migration flows and ensure border protection. This transcription if the result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Preparation of the European Council meeting of 23 October 2025: extracts from the debate

&lt;p>Die Präsidentin des Europäischen Parlaments, Roberta Metsola, richtet eine Botschaft an alle Lehrkräfte und Schülerinnen und Schüler, die am EPAS-Programm teilnehmen. Diese Initiative verbindet die Europäische Union mit ihren Bürgerinnen und Bürgern über Botschafterschulen und fördert dabei die parlamentarische Demokratie sowie das Engagement junger Menschen.&nbsp;Seit der Aufnahme dieses Videos hat die Zahl der teilnehmenden Schulen bereits 2.200 überschritten (Stand: Juni 2025).&lt;/p>

President Metsola's message to European Parliament Ambassador Schools

In 2025, Europe celebrates the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Schengen Agreement. Over the past four decades, Schengen has provided more freedom, reinforced security and unlocked economic opportunities. Schengen is more than a geographical zone: it is a cornerstone of European identity and a strategic asset for Europe.

Video message from Roberta Metsola, President of the EP, on the 40th Anniversary of Schengen

The EU long-term budget drives investment in Europe’s future, improving citizens’ lives. It funds common projects and delivers on priorities from economic competitiveness to agriculture.
Learn more: https://eubudget.europarl.europa.eu/

EU long term budget – explainer video (16:9)

EU long term budget – explainer video (9:16)

The opening of the ceremony to commemorate the end of World War II in Europe takes place in the hemicycle in Strasbourg. Four war veterans, from Belgium, France and Poland participate to the ceremony. Roberta METSOLA, EP President, opens the commemoration. In her address to members and veterans, EP President reminds that the European Union was born after the Second World War. Roberta METSOLA pays tribute to the men and women who made peace accross the continent possible and to those, fighting in Ukraine, fighting for their sovereignty and democracy.

Commemoration of the 80 anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe: opening of the ceremony and commemorative video-clip

This video from the LUX Audience Award 2025 begins with the announcement of the 5 finalists by the moderators, and is followed by trailers of the movies and addresses by the 5 finalists. Screnning of the Lux Award retrospective video 2025, announcement of the winner by Nela RIEHL (Greens/EFA, DE), Chair of the European Parliament's Committee on Culture and Education (CULT), and photo with the winner.

LUX Audience Award 2025 ceremony: retrospective video 2025, announcement of the winner by Nela RIEHL (Greens/EFA, DE), Chair of the CULT Committee, and photo of the winninf film's team "Flow"

Sabine VERHEYEN, (EPP, DE), EP Vice-President appears during the ceremony in a video message on the LUX Audience Award 2025, followed by an opening statement by Nela RIEHL, (Greens/EFA, PT), Chair of the European Parliament's Committee on Culture and Education (CULT).

LUX Audience Award 2025 ceremony: video message by Sabine VERHEYEN, (EPP, DE), EP Vice-President, and opening statement by Nela RIEHL, (Greens/EFA, PT), Chair of the CULT Committee

Wenn ein Beitrag in Social Media mit aggressiven Reaktionen überflutet wird, dann handelt es sich möglicherweise um eine Verstummungskampagne.

Kritische Stimmen zum Schweigen zu bringen, ist eine gängige Manipulationsmethode. Diejenigen, die dahinterstecken, hoffen, dass ihre Zielgruppen dadurch Angst haben, sich zu äußern, und dass unerwünschte Meinungen aus der öffentlichen Debatte verschwinden.

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The European Parliament commemorates Holocaust Remembrance Day to honor the victims and reflect on the lessons of the past. Established in 1995, this annual event coincides with the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau on 27 January 1945. This year, the Parliament highlights the story of Hungarian-born cellist Pál Hermann, who was murdered in the Holocaust. His Gagliano cello, saved from the Nazis and rediscovered decades later, symbolizes resilience and the enduring power of art. The ceremony includes a speech by Hermann’s daughter, Corrie Hermann, and a performance of his music by cellist Sam Lucas. Through remembrance and education, the European Parliament reaffirms its commitment to fighting anti-Semitism, promoting tolerance, and ensuring such atrocities are never repeated.

International Holocaust Remembrance Day: Screening of the video clip: "The cello of Pàl Hermann"

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To mark 1000 days of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the European Parliament holds an extroardinary plenary session in Brussels. The video clip showcases images of Ukraine and looks back at the EP's full support.

1000 days of Russia´s invasion of Ukraine - Extraordinary Plenary Sitting : Video-Clip: 1000 Days of War in Ukraine

Die Menschenrechtsaktivistin Nadia Murad sagte dem Europäischen Parlament 2016, dass der Kampf gegen Terrorismus und gegen Rassismus Hand in Hand gehen. Ihre Rede folgte auf die Auszeichnung mit dem Sacharow-Preis für geistige Freiheit, den sie gemeinsam mit Lamija Adschi Baschar erhielt. Die beiden Frauen aus der irakischen Gemeinschaft der Jesiden wurde im Jahr 2014 von der Terrorgruppe "Islamischer Staat" als Sexsklavinnen verkauft. Murad gelang die Flucht und seitdem setzt sie sich für Opfer sexueller Gewalt und des Menschenhandels ein. Im Jahr 2018 wurde ihr der Friedensnobelpreis verliehen. *Sehen Sie sich die vollständige Rede auf dem Multimedia-Kanal des Europäischen Parlaments an. *Sehen Sie sich weitere Videos früherer Sacharow-Preisverleihungen an: http://epyoutube.eu/Sakharov_Prize_playlist

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