1. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Sudan: Statement by the Spokesperson on removing the country from US terrorist list

   Languages: Français The finalisation of the removal of Sudan from the US State Sponsors of Terrorism list represents a significant milestone for Sudan’s ongoing political and economic transition. It will provide a positive momentum for the country’s economic recovery and move it closer to an

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 14/12/2020

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   China: Statement by the Spokesperson on the arrest of Ms Fan Haze

   Ms. Fan Haze, a Chinese journalist who works for Bloomberg News, was detained on 7 December by the Beijing National Security Bureau, allegedly on suspicion of endangering national security. We expect the Chinese authorities to grant her medical assistance if needed, prompt access to a lawyer of her

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 12/12/2020

3. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Iran: Statement by the Spokesperson on the execution of Mr Ruhollah Zam

   On 12 December 2020, Ruhollah Zam, convicted of playing a role in provoking violent riots, was executed in Iran. The European Union condemns this act in the strongest terms and recalls once again its irrevocable opposition to the use of capital punishment under any circumstances. It is also

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 12/12/2020

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   GCC: Statement by the Spokesperson on efforts to resolve the crisis

   press Category:  Statements by the Spokesperson Regions: Asia Pakistan Editorial Sections: Pakistan Unique ID:  201210_29 Press Location:  Brussels

   Author: Press and information team of the Delegation to PAKISTAN - Publication date: 05/12/2020

5. Statements by the Spokesperson

   GCC: Statement by the Spokesperson on efforts to resolve the crisis

   Languages: Français The European Union welcomes the announcement by Kuwait's Foreign Minister Ahmad Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Friday that efforts aimed at resolving the crisis within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have been fruitful. The EU commends the role played

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 05/12/2020

6. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Moldova: Statement by the Spokesperson on the latest legislative proposals

   On Thursday 3 December, the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova voted on a number of legislative proposals, including on limitations of Presidential powers, tabled in a hasty and non-transparent manner. The voting took place in a way that fails to respect the necessary parliamentary procedures.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 04/12/2020

7. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Iran: Statement by the Spokesperson on the killing of a government official in Absard

   On 27 November 2020 in Absard, Iran, an Iranian government official and, according to reports, 1 of his bodyguards, were killed in a series of violent attacks. This is a criminal act and runs counter to the principle of respect for human rights the EU stands for. The High Representative expresses

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 28/11/2020

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   Kyrgyz Republic: Statement by the Spokesperson on the electoral process and constitutional changes

   The EU welcomes the opinion of the Council of Europe’s Venice Commission on the postponement of the parliamentary elections and shares its recommendations in this regard. It is now for the authorities to assess this opinion and a timely ruling by the Kyrgyz Constitutional Chamber would be welcome.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 27/11/2020

9. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Operation IRINI: Statement by the Spokesperson on the recent inspection of a Turkish vessel

   Languages: العربية Français On 22 November, the Operation EUNAVFOR MED IRINI inspected a Turkish-flagged merchant vessel in the Mediterranean. Given the pattern of navigation of this vessel, Operation IRINI had reasonable grounds to suspect that it could be acting in violation of the UN arms

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 24/11/2020

10. Statements by the Spokesperson

    US: Statement by the Spokesperson on the federal executions

    The European Union expresses its deep concern over the latest federal death row executions in the United States on 19 November, the first-ever during a presidential transition. Since the decision of the U.S. administration to resume the federal death penalty in July, after a nearly two-decade

    Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 21/11/2020

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