Cyberbullying and online harassment: extracts from the debate

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Press conference by Daniel FREUND (Greens/EFA, DE), rapporteur on discharge 2024: EU general budget

EU strategy to the ongoing Middle East crisis, its implications on energy prices and the availability of fertilizers: opening statement by Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission

Reactions by Roberta METSOLA, EP President on the release of Andrzej Poczobut, 2025 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to journalists

EP PresidentRoberta METSOLA Deputy Minister for European Affairs and Marilena RAOUNA, on behalf of the Cyprus Presidency, sign 6 legislative acts on Combatting corruption, CountEmissions EU, EU Talent Pool, Package Travel, External Action Guarantee, Calculation of emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the reporting periods of the years 2025 to 2029

LEX signing ceremony in the presence of Roberta METSOLA, EP President and Marilena RAOUNA, Deputy Minister for European Affairs, on behalf of the Cyprus Presidency: extracts

This video show extracts from the debate with the Commission about the need for targeted criminal provisions and increased platform responsibility to tackle harmful online behaviour. The debate concludes with a resolution to be voted on by MEPs. The Commission recently presented its action plan against cyberbullying, built around a support app, the coordination of national approaches, and the prevention of cyberbullying by encouraging safer digital practices. MEPs call on the Commission to make cyberbullying a criminal offence under EU law and propose other legislative measures to address existing legal gaps. The Digital Services Act introduced stronger protection for people targeted by harassment and bullying, including ensuring that non-consensual private images and other abusive content can be quickly flagged and taken down. This transcript is the result of an automatic translation. Please check against delivery

This news item shows extracts from the debate on EU strategy in response to the ongoing Middle East crisis and its implications on energy prices. MEPs, the Council and the Commission discuss how to respond to the ongoing Middle East crisis and its implications for energy prices. With developments in Iran and the wider region threatening regional and global security, the EU is advocating de-escalation and peace, as well as freedom of navigation. The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, highlights the severe economic impact of the war, increasing by €27 billion in just 60 days of conflict the fossil fuel import costs with no additional energy gained and boosts renewable and nuclear energy production. MEPs propose solutions and measures to control energy prices, ranging from promoting the European Grids Package to introducing a European tax on oil companies’ windfall profits.

EU strategy in response to the ongoing Middle East crisis and its implications on energy prices: extracts from the debate

This video presents extracts from the debate and the vote, calling the Commission to table legislation establishing a common definition of rape based on the absence of freely given, informed and revocable consent. The report prepared by the Civil Liberties and Women’s Rights committees builds on Parliament’s long-standing position that the absence of consent must be the central element in court proceedings for rape, calling for legislation complementary to the 2024 EU directive on combating violence against women and domestic violence. The text also advocates for alignment with international standards and stronger victim support across member states, including access to justice, specialised services and healthcare. It also reiterates calls to add gender-based violence to the list of EU crimes under Article 83(1) TFEU, and to address digital violence and harmful stereotypes.

Common definition of rape based on the absence of consent: extracts from the debate (27.05) and the vote (28.05)

This video presents extracts from the debate and from the vote on the Interim report on the proposal for the multiannual financial framework for 2028-2034. Following the debate, Parliament will set out its mandate for talks with the member states on the EU’s next long-term budget in a vote. The text adopted in the Budgets Committee proposes a €1.78 trillion budget (2025 constant prices, €2.01 trillion in current prices) for the seven-year period, representing a nominal increase of €175.11 billion compared with the Commission’s July 2025 proposal (€197.30 billion in current prices). This means that the long-term budget would be set at 1.27% of EU GNI, with debt servicing for the NextGenerationEU (NGEU) recovery fund (0.11% of GNI) over and above the multiannual financial framework (MFF) ceilings. MEPs want this increase of approximately 10% to be allocated to key EU programmes, with no extra money for administration or the decentralised EU agencies.

Long-term EU budget (MFF) for 2028-2034: extracts from the debate and from the vote

Exterior and interior shots of the European parliament in Strasbourg during the plenary session (27/04-30/04).

EP Plenary session (27/04-30/04): editing shots

At the Informal Meeting of Heads of State or Government in Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, President of the Republic of Cyprus (in its capacity as the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union), together with Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, signed the "One Europe, One Market Roadmap". The agreement reflects a shared commitment by the three institutions to work collectively on a defined set of priorities. In light of ongoing geopolitical and economic challenges, the Roadmap outlines specific measures aimed at strengthening Europe’s competitiveness, with implementation targets set for completion by the end of 2027.

Informal Meeting of Heads of State or Government in Nicosia (Cyprus) - Signing ceremony of the "One Europe, One Market Roadmap" - Joint declaration of the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union and the European Commission: extracts

This news item shows extracts from the participation of Roberta METSOLA, President of the European Parliament, to the Informal Meeting of Heads of State or Government in Nicosia. The Informal Meeting of Heads of State or Government takes place in Cyprus on 23–24 April 2026, bringing together the members of the European Council. The European Council is composed of the Heads of State or Government of the 27 EU Member States, the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission. The meeting will provide an opportunity for EU leaders to engage in an open exchange of views on current political developments and issues of strategic importance for the European Union, in the context of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU. This transcription is the result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Roberta METSOLA, EP President, participates at the Informal Meeting of Heads of State or Government in Nicosia (Cyprus): arrival, doorstep and roundtable

MEP's vote on 1) Michalis HADJIPANTELA (BUDG 27/04) - Estimates of revenue and expenditure for the financial year 2027 – Section I – European Parliament 2) Lídia PEREIRA (ECON A10-0082/2026) - Financial literacy and the rise of finfluencers in the context of the savings and investments union 3) Željana ZOVKO (PECH A10-0043/2026) - The role of ocean diplomacy for the competitiveness of EU fisheries and aquaculture 4) Motions for resolutions - Implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) and risks to the security of supply of medicines 5) Motions for resolutions - Enforcement of the Digital Markets Act 6) Motions for resolutions - Supporting democratic resilience in Armenia

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MEPs discuss with Commission representatives the situation in southern Lebanon, where hundreds of civilians have been killed and thousands injured and displaced following incursions by the Israeli army. The closing statement is made by Hadja LAHBIB, European Commissioner for Equality, and European Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management.

Situation in Lebanon, implementation of the ceasefire, support peace efforts and humanitarian access: closing statement by Hadja LAHBIB, European Commissioner

MEPs discuss with Commissioner Hadja LAHBIB the situation in southern Lebanon, where hundreds of civilians have been killed and thousands injured and displaced following incursions by the Israeli army.

Situation in Lebanon, implementation of the ceasefire, support peace efforts and humanitarian access: MEPs debate

MEPs discuss with Commission representatives the situation in southern Lebanon, where hundreds of civilians have been killed and thousands injured and displaced following incursions by the Israeli army. The opening statement is made by Hadja LAHBIB, European Commissioner for Equality, and European Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management. This trascription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Situation in Lebanon, implementation of the ceasefire, support peace efforts and humanitarian access: opening statement by Hadja LAHBIB, European Commissioner

MEPs debate with the Commission the need for targeted criminal provisions and increased platform responsibility to tackle harmful online behaviour. The Commission recently presented its action plan against cyberbullying, built around a support app, the coordination of national approaches, and the prevention of cyberbullying by encouraging safer digital practices. The Digital Services Act introduced stronger protection for people targeted by harassment and bullying, including ensuring that non-consensual private images and other abusive content can be quickly flagged and taken down. The closing statement is made by Glenn MICALLEF, European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport.

The need for targeted criminal provisions and platforms’ responsibility to effectively address cyberbullying and online harassment: closing statement by Glenn MICALLEF, European Commissioner

MEPs debate with the Commission the need for targeted criminal provisions and increased platform responsibility to tackle harmful online behaviour. The Commission recently presented its action plan against cyberbullying, built around a support app, the coordination of national approaches, and the prevention of cyberbullying by encouraging safer digital practices. The Digital Services Act introduced stronger protection for people targeted by harassment and bullying, including ensuring that non-consensual private images and other abusive content can be quickly flagged and taken down.

The need for targeted criminal provisions and platforms’ responsibility to effectively address cyberbullying and online harassment: MEPs debate

MEPs debate with the Commission the need for targeted criminal provisions and increased platform responsibility to tackle harmful online behaviour. The Commission recently presented its action plan against cyberbullying, built around a support app, the coordination of national approaches, and the prevention of cyberbullying by encouraging safer digital practices. The Digital Services Act introduced stronger protection for people targeted by harassment and bullying, including ensuring that non-consensual private images and other abusive content can be quickly flagged and taken down. The opening statement is made by Glenn MICALLEF, European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport.

The need for targeted criminal provisions and platforms’ responsibility to effectively address cyberbullying and online harassment: opening statement by Glenn MICALLEF, European Commissioner

MEPs vote on the Situation of fundamental rights in the European Union in 2024 and 2025 - Strolenberg (A10-0042/2026) / The Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law report - Arvanitis (A10-0091/2026) / Monitoring the application of European Union law in 2023, 2024 and 2025 - Žalimas (A10-0037/2026) / Protection of EU companies, jobs and products against unfair competition from third countries / Objection pursuant to Rule 115(2) and (3): Genetically modified soybean MON 94637

Voting session: Situation of fundamental rights in the European Union, Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law report, Application of European Union law, Protection of EU companies, jobs and products, Genetically modified soybean

What would you do if your freedom was on the line? Every year, the European Parliament honours those who act on that question with courage.  
 
Through the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, Parliament supports people who refuse to be silenced and indifferent but work to defend human rights and democracy. 

This year, Parliament pays tribute to Andrzej Poczobut from Belarus and Mzia Amaglobeli from Georgia, two journalists imprisoned for doing their job.

Meet 2025’s Sakharov Prize laureates (long version)

Meet 2025’s Sakharov Prize laureates  - VT

Meet 2025’s Sakharov Prize laureates  

Luc Frieden, Prime Minister of Luxembourg, told the European Parliament that the EU can only address the challenges of a changing world by standing up for its values.

He said EU nations should recommit to the principles of freedom, democracy and the rule of law. 

Frieden urged continued support for Ukraine, investment in common defence and support for an open, competitive economy to build a strong, independent EU.

This is Europe: Luc Frieden, Prime Minister of Luxembourg (9:16)

This is Europe: Luc Frieden, Prime Minister of Luxembourg (16:9)

How is the European Commission ddressing the concerns of Europeans? How effectively is it addressing the issues that matter to Europeans, like the rising cost of living, wars, tariffs, and the housing crisis? 

On September 10, Members of the European Parliament questioned Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in the first State of the Union debate since 2024’s European elections.  
 
They evaluated the Commission’s work so far, exchanging views about the EU’s future and how to deal with major challenges: on security and defence, the economy and cost of living , climate change, migration, democracy and much more. The debate turned to the next EU long-term budget - and how it must adapt to new realities.

Watch the full debate here: https://multimedia.europarl.europa.eu/en/topic/state-of-european-union-2025_29301?tab=videos

Parliament's annual debate with the President of the European Commission (16:9)

Parliament's annual debate with the President of the European Commission (9:16)

During the annual State of the EU debate, the European Parliament scrutinises the work and the plans of the European Commission. More: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/topics/en/topic/state-of-the-eu-debates

State of the European Union 2025 - announcer (9:16)

This Infoclip presents various cinematic views of the European Parliament buildings in Strasbourg, both inside and outside, filmed with some insta 360 camera.

European Parliament Stockshots 10th Parliamentary Term: cinematic views of buildings in Strasbourg

China is the EU's second-largest trading partner for trade in goods alone, after the United States. For the EU, ensuring reciprocity, achieving a level-playing field, and addressing asymmetries in the relationship are matters of priority. The EU remains committed to addressing these challenges through dialogue with China and underscores the importance of the WTO as the best avenue to address the root causes of the current imbalance. This infoclip shows footage of high-level meetings between political leaders from the European Union and China, including representatives of the European Parliament and the Presidents of the European Commission and the European Council. It also contains general shots of Beijing and Shanghai, along with Chinese companies such as Temu and Alibaba. In addition, it includes images of product packaging and views of the port of Antwerp.

Infoclip: EU - China relations

This Infoclip illustrates how the current energy crises and ongoing instability in the cost of energy might affect European tourism industry.

Infoclip: Energy crises and possible consequences for the European tourism industry

This Infoclip presents various views of the city center of Helsinki, the Central Library and Sanomatalo, the Finnish Parliament, the Presidential Palace, the central railway station and a touristic boat at the Port of Helsinki.

Infoclip: general views of Helsinki (Finland)

This Infoclip illustrates cinema's screenings in Brussels and Strasbourg with citizens who have the possibility to rate films of the LUX Audience Award 2026. The 5 films nominated for the 2026 LUX Audience Award are Christy (Ireland/UK), Deaf (Spain), It Was Just an Accident (France/Iran), Love Me Tender (France), and Sentimental Value (Norway/France/Denmark/Germany/Sweden).

Infoclip: LUX Audience Award 2026 screenings

This Infoclip presents images of emblematic places in Brussels (Belgium), such as the Belgian Federal Parliament, the Royal Palace, the Leopold Park, the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Monts des Arts, city centre streets, the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, the Grand Place and the European Quarter.

Infoclip: General views of Brussels (Belgium)

Following the European Parliament’s approval, EU consumers will soon be able to use a single charging solution for their electronic devices. By the end of 2024, all mobile phones, tablets and cameras sold in the EU will have to be equipped with a USB Type-C charging port. From spring 2026 (28 April), the obligation will extend to laptops. This infoclip shows common chargers used for mobile phones, laptops, tablets, e-book readers and other portable devices. Citizens using common chargers (USB C) for handy, tablets and laptops.

Infoclip: Common charger for laptops, tablets and phones

This Infoclip presents general views of Beijing (China), road traffic and people in the city streets.

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