Last-minute press briefing at 16.30
The Parliament’s Spokesperson and the Press Service will hold a press briefing on this week’s plenary session at 16.30. More information here.
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One-year anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel
At the opening of the session, EP President Metsola will pay homage to the victims of the 7 October 2023 attacks. A debate with EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell will follow, in which MEPs are expected to reiterate their solidarity with Israel and demand that all hostages be freed. The latest developments in the war in Gaza and the violence and instability engulfing the Middle East are also likely to be raised in the discussion.
Viktor ALMQVIST
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Snjezana KOBESCAK SMODIS
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Border controls within the EU and the future of the Schengen area
Starting around 18.00, plenary will discuss the implications of reintroducing border controls at the EU’s internal borders for the future of the Schengen area with Commissioner Johansson. The debate follows the German Government’s decision to reimpose checks at its land borders, with the aim of limiting irregular migration and protecting internal security.
Janne OJAMO
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Fighting systemic gender-based violence
Against the backdrop of high profile trials ongoing in Italy and France on cases of women murdered and repeatedly assaulted by their partners, MEPs will discuss with Commissioner Dalli how to address the systemic problem of gender-based violence. As of 20.00, they are expected to raise, among other issues, the lack of a common EU definition of consent.
Natalie KONTOULIS
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In brief
Facing fake news, populism and disinformation. The importance of media pluralism and independent journalism in the face of growing disinformation will be the focus of a debate with Commission Vice-President Jourová.
EU response to wildfires in Southern Europe. MEPs will discuss with Commissioner Hoekstra ways to improve the EU’s capacity to adapt to and mitigate extreme climate episodes, focusing on recent wildfires in Southern Europe, affecting in particular Portugal and Greece.
Aid for Italy, Slovenia, Austria, Greece and France following floods. Plenary will review planned financial aid to five EU member states affected by severe floods in 2023. The vote to green light the disbursement of funds will take place on Tuesday.
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