S&D Group @TheProgressives

Andrij was a student when the war began. He joined the army to defend Ukraine, and now he's a trainee in the S&D Group secretariat. Here's his story. We have always stood with Ukraine and we always will. Slava Ukraini!

The Trump administration is sanctioning justice itself: ICC President Tomoko Akane and Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye. The Commission must finally activate the Blocking Statute to protect the ICC. Europe must stand with international justice, not autocrats. theguardian.com/us-news/2026/a…

The US sanctions against Tomoko Akane and Abdoulaye Seye are a direct and unacceptable attack on independent international justice. Trump is not sanctioning those suspected of war crimes, but the people working to prosecute them. By targeting the judges, prosecutors and staff of the @IntlCrimCourt and attempting to financially strangle them, the US President is acting as though the United States stands above international law. The consequences are far-reaching. They affect not only the individuals concerned, but the functioning of the Court itself. Financial institutions, software companies and other service providers are withdrawing or restricting their services out of fear that they could be targeted themselves. This places the Court’s vital work, including in Ukraine and Sudan, under severe pressure. Trump is not only undermining the Court’s ability to operate, he is threatening its very survival. The European Union cannot and must not accept this. Tomoko Akane was a member of the chamber that issued the arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin over the unlawful deportation and transfer of Ukrainian children. Europe cannot defend that arrest warrant and then look away when Trump targets the same judge and the same Court. International law is not a menu from which we can pick and choose. When will Europe finally act? Since May 2025, we have been calling on the European Commission to activate the Blocking Statute. We warned then that US sanctions threatened the work and even the very survival of the International Criminal Court. More than a year later, Trump is expanding his attack. Statements of support and diplomatic efforts are no longer enough. The Commission must now bring the US sanctions against the Court within the scope of the EU Blocking Statute. This would protect European banks, companies, organisations and citizens working with the Court against the effects of those sanctions. The European Union and its Member States must also strengthen their financial, technical and practical support for the Court. Europe says it defends the international legal order. It must therefore do so when that order comes under attack. Also when the attack comes from Trump.

Mis pensamientos están con las víctimas del terremoto, sus familias y quienes trabajan sin descanso para salvar vidas. La UE debe activar el Mecanismo de Protección Civil y movilizar toda la ayuda humanitaria necesaria. Colombia, hoy y mañana, Europa está contigo. 🇨🇴🇪🇺

We honour the memory of Klaus Hänsch, former President of the European Parliament and a leading figure of social democracy. A true European, he devoted his life to strengthening our Parliament and advancing EU democracy. Our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

European Parliament Former Members Association @Europarl_FMA

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It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the death of Dr Klaus Hänsch, former President of the European Parliament (1994-1997) and of the Association of Former Members of the European Parliament (2022-2026). “The election of Klaus Hänsch as President of the European

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S&D Group @TheProgressives

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🚨President @vonderleyen must intervene immediately to clarify the rules governing member states belonging to the Schengen area and any suspension of Schengen following events in Ceuta! Propaganda cannot undermine solidarity.✊ @acmendes73 @SandroRuotolo socialistsanddemocrats.eu/newsroom/propa…

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🚨President @vonderleyen must intervene immediately to clarify the rules governing member states belonging to the Schengen area and any suspension of Schengen following events in Ceuta! Propaganda cannot undermine solidarity.✊ @acmendes73 @SandroRuotolo socialistsanddemocrats.eu/newsroom/propa…

The facts are clear: no Member State can “expel” another from Schengen. Demagogy won’t solve migration challenges. What Europe needs is responsibility, solidarity and cooperation among all Member States protecting the EU’s external borders, not attacks on Spain or any other frontline country facing violation of territorial integrity. Schengen is one of Europe’s greatest achievements. Let’s defend facts, strengthen our common asylum and migration system, and share responsibility fairly instead of spreading misinformation.

Enough with the “right parties”political opportunism over Ceuta. The migration increase is driven by trafficking networks exploiting a court ruling that limits automatic returns, not regularization. Solidarity must come before manipulation and fake-news.

FIFA’s plan to sell stakes in a €20b World Cup subsidiary to private investors, including a firm linked to the Kushners, is a conflict of interest. Football wasn’t built in boardrooms. It belongs to the players and fans. Not to the highest bidder. @HannesHeide

Spain and France are facing an unprecedented wildfire emergency. Thousands of hectares have burned, and more than 320,000 people have been evacuated. Behind these numbers are families forced to leave everything behind, firefighters battling impossible conditions, and communities watching their forests, mountains and homes go up in flames. Our full solidarity goes to everyone affected and to the emergency services working tirelessly on the front lines. The climate crisis is here. Europe must respond together through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. Because climate denial kills.

L’Espagne et la France font face à des incendies sans précédent. Tout mon soutien aux personnes touchées et ma reconnaissance à celles et ceux qui combattent le feu. L’Europe doit agir ensemble en activant le Mécanisme de protection civile de l’UE.

España y Francia se enfrentan una emergencia sin precedentes Mi apoyo a los afectados y reconocimiento a quienes combaten el fuego sin descanso Europa debe responder unida con el Mecanismo de Protección Civil de la UE. #negacionismoclimaticomata

Amazing news just in from Türkiye: A new progressive party, @yenipartiyiz, has just been formed. Best of luck to this new political force- a chance for the Turkish people who deserve better than Erdoğan. They deserve democracy, rule of law and hope for the future. @IratxeGarper

We welcome the US’ commitment to honour the Turnberry agreement. @berndlange ensured we have a safety net: if the US breaches their obligations, we can suspend concessions swiftly and in a targeted manner. @brandobenifei socialistsanddemocrats.eu/newsroom/sds-w…

From AI and fair trade to defence and security, during the #Transatlanticweek2026 we discussed how much we gain by working together. We stand ready to build a shared future that delivers for workers and businesses on both sides of the Atlantic, while keeping EU interests at heart. @TPNOnline

Digitalisation is shaping our era with challenges and opportunities. EU must invest in innovation by securing effective regulation and a democratic transition that leaves no one behind. A stronger cooperation with US should ensure that technology serves the society as a whole.

We’re committed to a strong dialogue based on mutual respect. We defend Europe’s citizens, workers and strategic autonomy with on our values.   The relationship has to be more balanced to tackle the challenges ahead. S&D MEPs are in Washington for Transatlantic Week 2026.

EU competitiveness relies on completing our single market. We must leverage on EU assets to lead innovation in critical sectors while maintaining the US partnership. EU & US are stronger together. But strength doesn't mean interference, while working with our like-minded partners. @linagalvezmunoz

EU & US are closest economic partners. Trust and reliability are central in our relation. We should remove unnecessary trade barriers, strengthen supply chains and economic cooperation to secure jobs and sustainable growth. Together, we can ensure resilience and shared prosperity.

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The European Pillar of Social Rights must be more than a promise. Today's communication points halfway in the right direction – but halfway is not enough. Now we need action, legislation and investment to deliver social progress. @gabischoff socialistsanddemocrats.eu/newsroom/socia…