1. News stories
   

   Just one step could cost a life or limb

   From Cambodia to Mozambique, Angola and Afghanistan, thousands of lives lost, or maimed, including several children, because of one unfortunate step... a consequence of millions of landmines buried in countries across the world, decades ago.

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 04/04/2021

2. Council Conclusions

   EU imposes further sanctions over serious violations of human rights around the world

   The Council today decided to impose restrictive measures on eleven individuals and four entities responsible for serious human rights violations and abuses in various countries around the world. Together with the listing of four Russian individuals earlier this month, these 15 designations are part

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 22/03/2021

3. Council Conclusions

   EU sets up the European Peace Facility

   As of today the EU is equipped with a new financial instrument that will cover all its external actions that have military or defence implications under the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP).

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 22/03/2021

4. News stories
   

   The true colours of water- every drop counts

   Water means different things to different people in different settings. This year World Water Day is about what water means to people, its true value and how we can better protect this vital resource. By sharing all the different ways water benefits our lives, we can value water properly and

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 22/03/2021

5. News stories
   

   Women’s leadership at the forefront of the civilian CSDP Missions

   Police and rule of law organisations need to reflect in their composition the populations they serve. This applies also to the 11 civilian CSDP Missions, deployed by the European Union to advise and train partner countries’ security services in Africa, the Middle East and the European neighbourhood.

   Author: The Civilian Planning and Conduct Capability (CPCC) - Publication date: 08/03/2021

6. News stories
   

   A woman can do anything: time to celebrate her 365 days a year

   World Women’s Day is a reminder to celebrate women's achievements, increase visibility, and address inequality, 365 days a year! The past year has been difficult. The pandemic spared nobody and has been particularly challenging for women. Doctors, nurses, teachers, shop assistants – jobs often

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 08/03/2021

7. News stories
   

   The EU supports the security cooperation among the Sahel countries

   Five Sahel countries work together to address common security challenges. The EU's Regional Advisory and Coordination Cell (RACC), a network of European experts, supports the security and defence cooperation of these five “G5 Sahel” countries’ by initiating and facilitating joint regional

   Author: The Civilian Planning and Conduct Capability (CPCC) - Publication date: 01/03/2021

8. News stories
   

   Military mobility: EU and partners test their capacities through exercise

     On 28 January 2021, the EEAS organises a Scenario Based Discussion (SBD). The SBD is carried out at staff level in an informal Politico Military Group session, as part of the events conducted in the framework of the EU Integrated Resolve 20 crisis management exercise. The aim of this SBD is to

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 28/01/2021

9. News stories
   

   The EU launches its Coordinated Maritime Presences concept in the Gulf of Guinea

   The Coordinated Maritime Presences tool adopted by the Council today will increase the EU’s capacity to act as a reliable partner and maritime security provider.

   Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 25/01/2021

10. News
    

    Space Embracing a Changing World: Green, Digital, Resilience & Security

    Imagine a world where space technology can be used to rescue people at sea; satellite systems to identify major climate changes; and Earth observation technologies helping farmers to monitor crops, reduce water waste and avoid poor fertilisation... Sounds futuristic, but this is happening... and

    Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 13/01/2021

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