The Council and the European Parliament today reached a provisional agreement on updated EU rules on the import, export and transit of firearms into and from the EU. The new rules aim to close the loopholes for firearms trafficking, while facilitating trade and movement of firearms used for legitimate purposes. The revised firearms regulation aims […]
The EU Council has modified its framework on restrictive measures to combat terrorism, introducing a humanitarian exception to asset freeze measures for a 12-month period. This allows specified humanitarian actors to engage in transactions with listed individuals and entities without prior authorization, aiming to deliver humanitarian assistance or support basic human needs. The decision aims […]
The European Union has launched EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, a defensive maritime security operation aimed at restoring and protecting freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and the Gulf. This operation, initiated in response to numerous Houthi attacks on commercial vessels since October 2023, will provide naval presence, situational awareness, and protection to ensure the safety of […]
Bartjan Wegter was appointed as the EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator (EU CTC). His five-year term will start on 1 March 2024. Mr Wegter succeeds Ilkka Salmi, who has held the office since October 2021. Access the full resource here. Published on 28.02.2024
On December 11, the Council adopted a decision launching the EU security and defence initiative in support of West African countries of the Gulf of Guinea, for an initial duration of two years. It also approved the operation and mission plans for the military and the civilian pillars of the initiative, respectively. Access the full […]
The Council has approved conclusions focusing on improving support and recognition for victims of terrorism. Acknowledging the devastating impact of terrorism on individuals, the conclusions stress the importance of addressing the needs of victims for societal healing and resilience. They encourage the swift adoption of a revised victims’ rights directive and the implementation of measures […]
