Відколи Росія розпочала незаконне повномасштабне вторгнення в Україну в лютому 2022 року, ЄС підтримує Київ, засуджуючи російську агресію, запроваджуючи санкції проти винних та надаючи фінансову і матеріальну підтримку.

Війна Росії проти України

The EU Temporary Protection Directive enables EU Member States to move rapidly to offer protection and rights to people in need of immediate protection and to avoid overwhelming national asylum systems in cases of mass arrivals of displaced persons. Although invoked several times in the past, the directive has never been activated before. Russia's military aggression prompted a unanimous decision in the Council to grant temporary protection (for an initial period of one year) to people fleeing the war in Ukraine. This temporary protection may be extended automatically by two six-monthly periods, for a maximum of another year. The EU's decision to grant temporary protection has been widely welcomed and the directive is considered the most appropriate instrument under the current exceptional circumstances. There are, however, still many open questions as to its practical implementation in the EU Member States.

EPRS policy podcast - Temporary protection directive

The war on Ukraine is the latest manifestation of Russia's revisionist policy over the past decade. Russia has increasingly been using hybrid warfare tactics to assert its international position and gain 'strategic leverage'. Russia has used both non-conventional and conventional warfare tactics in conflicts in the EU's neighbourhood, in particular in Syria, Libya, Africa and in Ukraine. Prior to the ongoing war, Russia seized and illegally annexed Crimea in 2014 and carried on a war in Donbass, recognising unilaterally, a couple of days before the invasion of Ukraine, the independence of the self-proclaimed independent republics of Luhansk and Donetsk. In this podcast, we’ll analyse the impact of Russia’s expansionism on the EU and different scenarios on Russia’s possible behaviour in the next years, up to 2030. #FutureShocks2022

EPRS policy podcast - Future shocks: Russia's brutal expansionism

In an unprecedented and unanimous reaction to Russia's war on Ukraine that began on 24 February 2022, the EU swiftly decided to make available €500 million from the European Peace Facility – followed soon after by additional financing – to fund EU military assistance and to deliver military equipment to Ukraine. For the first time in its history, the EU is now using a dedicated, although off-budget, tool to finance – but not to deliver, with that responsibility falling on Member States alone – lethal military equipment to a third country. This is a further update of a publication, the previous edition of which was released on 30 March 2022. UPDATE: Since the recording of this podcast, the EU has agreed to mobilise additional financing of military assistance to Ukraine amounting to €2 billion currently.

EPRS policy podcast - Russia's war on Ukraine: The EU's financing of military assistance to Ukraine

On 24 February Russian troops invaded Ukraine. Shortly before&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized&nbsp;two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine&nbsp; as independent.&nbsp;The Conference of Presidents of the EP condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine in the strongest possible terms. "Ukraine is an independent and sovereign nation and its territorial integrity is non-negotiable. The invasion is unjustified and illegal. It is a threat to European and regional stability, as well as to the rules-based world order. The attack targets our model of democratic society. It cannot go unanswered, " says declaration of the COP.

"The Russian invasion into Ukraine is part of President Putin’s destabilisation agenda. It is a path that will bring the Kremlin in direct confrontation with Europe and the rule-based world-order. It is a path that pits authoritarianism against democracy. It is a path that we cannot allow him to walk unchallenged," said EP President Roberta Metsola.

European Union leaders met for a special European Council in Brussels on 24 February&nbsp;and adopted a set of sanctions related to the the financial sector, the energy and transport sectors,dual-use goods, exports, Russian individuals etc.&nbsp;

Ukraine is a priority partner for the European Union (EU). The EU supports Ukraine in ensuring a stable, prosperous and democratic future for its citizens and is unwavering in its support for Ukraine’s independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty. The Association Agreement (AA), including its Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) signed in 2014, is the main tool for bringing Ukraine and the EU closer together. Since 2014, the EU and the Financial Institutions have mobilised more than €15 billion in grants and loans to support the reform process in the country, with strong conditionality on continued progress.

As a result of the cooperation with Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada in the field of democracy support, European Parliament launched on 11 March the website “<a href="https://ukraine.europarl.europa.eu/en/home.html" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">The EU stands with Ukraine</a>” (in English and Ukrainian) provides the latest news, videos and podcasts, relevant legislation and resolutions to show how the EU is helping Ukraine. Content from the Ukrainian Parliament could also be shared on the site. Actively supporting EU efforts to promote democracy and human rights in the world is one of Parliament's core responsibilities.

EU - Ukraine

Ukraine is a priority partner for the European Union (EU). The EU supports Ukraine in ensuring a stable, prosperous and democratic future for its citizens and is unwavering in its support for Ukraine’s ndependence, territorial integrity and sovereignty.

The Association Agreement (AA), including its Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) signed in 2014, is the main tool for bringing Ukraine and the EU closer together, promoting deeper political ties, stronger economic links and respect for common values

EU - Ukraine (2019-2020)

EP President Roberta Metsola is in Kyiv to express Europe's continued and unwavering support for Ukraine. In her meetings with President Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Svyrydenko and Rada Speaker Stefanchuk, as well as with the Faction and Group leaders of the Verkhovna Rada, Metsola is expected to emphasise the European Parliament's support.

Roberta METSOLA, EP President, official visit to Kyiv, Ukraine

MEPs and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas discuss the need to hold Russia accountable for its war crimes in Ukraine.

Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the Russian military and authorities have been accused of committing a multitude of war crimes in the occupied Ukrainian territories. There have been deliberate attacks against civilian targets, such as hospitals, medical facilities, and Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, and indiscriminate attacks on densely populated areas. Other atrocities include the abduction, torture and murder of civilians, forced deportations, including that of children, and the killing and torture of Ukrainian prisoners of war.

Following a statement by Ms Kallas, one speaker from each of Parliament’s political groups will take the floor.

EP Plenary debate on Russian war crimes in Ukraine

As a sign of European solidarity and support for Ukraine, 3 years since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, the European Parliament displays a special set-up of EU-Ukraine flags in front of its buildings in the 3 working places.

3 years anniversary of Russian aggression against Ukraine

MEPs assess the impact of three years of Russia’s war against Ukraine and its repression of dissent following Alexei Navalny’s murder.

In a debate on Tuesday morning, with representatives of the European Commission and the Council, MEPs will mark three years since Moscow launched its brutal military invasion of Ukraine. A resolution will be put to a vote during the March plenary session.

In a resolution adopted in January 2025, Parliament reiterated its firm support for Kyiv, called on Russia to immediately terminate all military activities, and withdraw from Ukraine. MEPs also called on the EU to expand its sanctions against Russian media outlets conducting disinformation and information manipulation campaigns justifying the Kremlin’s war of aggression.

In a separate debate on Wednesday morning, MEPs will examine the Kremlin’s continued repression of Russia’s political opposition a year after the murder of Alexei Navalny. Mr Navalny, one of Russia’s most well-known anti-corruption activists, an opposition politician, and an ardent critic of Vladimir Putin, died under mysterious circumstances in a remote penal colony in the Russian Arctic on 16 February 2024, while serving a long prison sentence on trumped-up charges. After his death, the European Parliament adopted a resolution holding the Russian state, and President Putin in particular, responsible for his death.

On Wednesday afternoon, Parliament will debate the need for targeted support for EU regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine with representatives of the Polish Council Presidency and the European Commission.

Debate on the continuing unwavering EU support for Ukraine, after three years of Russia’s war of aggression

In a debate on Tuesday morning, MEPs are expected to call on the EU to live up to its commitments and deliver more military assistance to war-torn Ukraine. 
With Russian air attacks intensifying across Ukraine - and with American military support currently held up by the U.S. congress - MEPs are likely to use the debate to call on European countries to do more to help the Kyiv government defend its territory for as long as necessary. They are also expected to urge EU heads of state or government to use the upcoming special European Council summit on 1 February to come to an agreement on a proposed €50 billion financial aid package for Ukraine.

Plenary session - Keeping commitments and delivering military assistance to Ukraine

EP Plenary session -  The human cost of Russia’s war against Ukraine and the urgent need to end Russian aggression

EP Plenary session - Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine: standing with Ukraine and upholding justice

3 years anniversary of Russian aggression against Ukraine : lighting up of Station Europe buildings with colors of Ukrainian flag

3 years anniversary of Russian aggression against Ukraine: Ukrainian and EU flags in front of the European Parliament in Brussels and Strasbourg

EP Plenary session - Formal sitting with Ruslan STEFANCHUK, Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada

Christel SCHALDEMOSE, EP Vice-President welcomes Ruslan STEFANCHUK, Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine

EP Plenary session - Continuing the unwavering EU support for Ukraine, after three years of Russia’s war of aggression

AFET and inter-parliamentary cooperation of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine joint meeting on EU sanctions against Russia and its allies as well as on the use of Russian frozen assets

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, meets with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, during her official visit to Kyiv. The meeting is followed by a joint press point.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President, to Kyiv (Ukraine) : extracts from the meeting with Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine and press point

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, visits a school in Kyiv alongside Olena Zelenska, the First Lady of Ukraine. The visit focuses on the use of European Union funds to reconstruct the school’s canteen. Metsola and Zelenska highlight how this project supports children’s nutrition and well-being. The visit underscores the EU’s commitment to Ukraine’s recovery and future.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President, to Kyiv (Ukraine): extracts from the visit to a school and an EU funded project with Olena ZELENSKA, First Lady of Ukraine

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, holds a joint press statement with Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada (Ukrainian Parliament) during her official visit to Kyiv.

Joint Press Statement by Roberta METSOLA, EP President and Ruslan STEFANCHUK, Speaker of the Ukrainian Parliament (Verkhovna Rada)

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, delivers a joint press statement with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine during her official visit to Kyiv.

Joint press statement by Roberta METSOLA, EP President and Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola addresses the Ukrainian Parliament in Kyiv, reaffirming the EU’s unwavering support for Ukraine in its defence against Russia and on its path toward EU membership. The President opens by offering condolences for the recent loss of former Chair Andrii Parubii, underlining the heavy human toll of war and the urgency of securing peace. Peace, the President stresses, can only come on Ukraine’s terms, with nothing decided about Ukraine without Ukraine. On Ukraine’s EU accession path, the President praises reforms passed by the Rada, including restoring anti-corruption powers and aligning with EU standards. The President also announces the opening of a permanent European Parliament office in Kyiv, presented as a symbol of the EU’s long-term commitment.

Roberta METSOLA, EP President, addresses the Ukrainian Parliament (Verkhovna Rada)

Ruslan Stefanchuk, Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, delivers the opening statement ahead of the address by Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, during her official visit to Kyiv.

Resumption of session, Ukrainian anthem, minute of silence and opening statement by Ruslan STEFANCHUK, Speaker of the Ukrainian Parliament (Verkhovna Rada)

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, delivers an address to the Verkhovna Rada during her official visit to Kyiv. She conveys condolences for the loss of former chair Andrii Parubii, stressing the human cost of war and the urgency of peace. Metsola underlines that Europe continues to provide real support, with weapons, training, humanitarian aid, sanctions, and diplomacy, while pushing for lasting security guarantees. President Metsola highlights progress on frozen Russian assets, investment in Ukraine’s defense industry, and new initiatives such as the drone alliance. Metsola reiterates that joining the EU is a security guarantee in itself and expresses confidence in opening the Fundamentals Cluster. She announces the opening of a permanent European Parliament office in Kyiv, a commitment to stand alongside Ukraine every step of the way.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President, to Kyiv (Ukraine) - visit at the Ukrainian Parliament (Verkhovna Rada): extracts from the address to the Ukrainian Parliament

Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, makes an official visit to Kyiv, where she is welcomed at the Verkhovna Rada, the Ukrainian Parliament. She begins by paying tribute to fallen Members of Parliament and soldiers of the National Guard at the entrance of the Parliament. Then she meets with Ruslan Stefanchuk, Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, and holds discussions with the leaders of the political factions and deputies’ groups. She participates to a joint press statement alongside Speaker Stefanchuk. In her remarks, President Metsola underlines that the European Parliament and the EU do not back down in their support for Ukraine and its pursuit of peace. She stresses that this support will be stepped up to help the country prepare for the coming winter months. President Metsola notes the inauguration of a new European Parliament Office in Kyiv, designed to bring Europe closer to the people of Ukraine.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President, to Kyiv (Ukraine) - visit at the Ukrainian Parliament (Verkhovna Rada): meeting with Ruslan STEFANCHUK, Speaker of the Ukrainian Parliament, with the Leaders of the Political Factions, and press point

russian aggression against Ukraine (T)

Videos

Photos

Photosets

Topics

Audios

Events

Media published for this tag

2