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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 12h
🇪🇺⚖️ Tech evolves. Responsibility remains.The Council adopted conclusions ahead of the Review Conference of the Certain Conventional Weapons Convention in Geneva. The EU seeks an ambitious mandate for talks on an instrument addressing autonomous weapons, without prejudging its nature.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
International straits are strategic lifelines for global trade, energy security and supply chains. The EU-led “No Fees/No Tolls” pledge calls on international partners to reject unlawful restrictions on navigation and uphold international law. Freedom of navigation is a shared global interest. 🌍⚓
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
The launch of a dedicated EU-South Africa Peace, Security & Defence Dialogue opens new avenues for cooperation i.a. on defence, CT, maritime, space & cyber security & tackling organised crime. 🇪🇺🇿🇦🤝 @euinsa.bsky.social 🔗 shorturl.at/Tx6oR
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
At the 15th Trans-Regional Seapower Symposium #TRSS202 in Venice 🇮🇹, organised by the Italian Navy, the EEAS Senior Coordinator for #MaritimeSecurity addressed chokepoints, freedom of navigation and emerging technologies, highlighting the importance of continued international cooperation at sea. ⚓️
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
You should not. New rules protect EU systems and Member States’ satellites and space services, with responses from diplomatic statements to sanctions. Read how it works: link.europa.eu/Ndjpvq
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
The #UN Counter-Terrorism Week started at the United Nations in New York. The EU remains a reliable and key partner in #CounterTerrorism multilateral efforts. Prevention, human rights and international law are at the core of a successful CT Strategy. @euatun.bsky.social @eudiplomacy.bsky.social
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
The 2nd EU–Albania Security & Defence Dialogue took place at the EEAS in Brussels on 16 April 2026. 🇪🇺 🇦🇱 Discussions covered regional security & progress on the EU–AL partnership, with strong alignment on: cyber & hybrid threats, FIMI, defence cooperation & crisis management.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
The UN Global Mechanism on Information & Communications Technologies Security kicked of this week in New York .🚀 🇪🇺 The EU’s priority: turning cyber norms into real action – working together to secure global digital development from cyber threats.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
The first EU-Egypt Security & Defence Dialogue took place in Cairo. 🇪🇺 🇪🇬 The delegations discussed regional developments & exchanged on maritime security, non-proliferation & disarmament, defence initiatives & more. Read the Joint Press Statement: link.europa.eu/3bNpW9
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
As our reliance on space grows, so does the need for secure, reliable & resilient systems - for the benefit of all countries.🛰️ At the 2nd African Union - European Union #Space Dialogue, we exchanged views on mutual priorities & the strategic importance of space for our economies & societies.🌍
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
The EU & Ghana signed a Security & Defence Partnership - marking a new chapter in our relations. 🇬🇭🤝🇪🇺 This tailored Partnership enables us to deepen our already broad cooperation for peace, stability & security in West Africa, Europe & beyond.🌍 ➡️https://link.europa.eu/qcqgQf
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
🇪🇺 & 🇦🇺 just reached a new level of cooperation - signing both a Security & Defence Partnership & a new Trade Agreement. 🌏Together, we are addressing shared security challenges - defending multilateralism & the rules-based international order. ➡️Read the text of the Partnership: link.europa.eu/VQn8g4
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Today, EU High Representative @kajakallas.bsky.social & Iceland’s Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir signed the EU-Iceland Security & Defence Partnership. 🇮🇸🤝🇪🇺 Because security is strongest when it is shared, we are strengthening our cooperation, notably on: 👇 1/2
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
🚨From airports to hospitals. From spreading lies to targeting trust. Hybrid threats test our infrastructure & democracy. The @consilium.europa.eu now approved further steps to strengthen the EU's capacity to prevent, deter & respond to hybrid threats. 👉More: link.europa.eu/mWVQN7
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
🌐Cyberspace knows no borders. An attack on Ukraine’s systems can easily spill over to the EU. We already saw it. In a new era of hybrid threats, the Tallinn Mechanism stands with Ukraine as a symbol of unity, resilience & shared security. 🛡️ 2/2
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Protecting submarine cables is a shared mission.🤝 At the European Subsea Cables Association Plenary Meeting in 🇬🇧, the EU highlighted the ongoing implementation of its Action Plan on Cable Security: For safer seas & stronger global connectivity.🌊 ➡️https://link.europa.eu/x9HnDj
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Under our new Security & Defence Partnership, we are scaling up cooperation on: 🚢 maritime security 🌏 counter-terrorism 🌐 cyber 🕊️ non-proliferation ➡️ & beyond. A big thanks to our Indian hosts – we look forward to welcoming you to Brussels next year. 2/2
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
From shadow fleets to threats to critical maritime infrastructure, the EU & its partners face evolving risks at sea. 🇪🇺🌊 At #EUOceansDays experts discussed how to safeguard the EU’s maritime security interests & protect citizens and economic activities at sea. #MaritimeSecurity
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
🇪🇺🇬🇧 EU & UK held 3rd Counter-Terrorism Dialogue in Brussels, highlighting our strong partnership in preventing & countering terrorism and in peace & security. 🤝The dialogue reaffirmed our shared priorities of engagement in key regions, including Syria & the African continent.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
The EU continues its support to Syria and Iraq in efforts to counter Da'esh/ISIS. 🇪🇺 This was reaffirmed in the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS' Political Director's meeting in Riyadh. In focus: the situation in camps in Northeast Syria & support to people on the ground.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
The study visit of African women leaders & European counterparts concluded in Antwerp-Bruges, following high-level exchanges & port visits.⚓️ This initiative strengthened cooperation, capacity-building & women’s leadership for maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea. (1/2)
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
The scope of EU-Japan cooperation on cyber issues is growing. 🇯🇵 🇪🇺 At the 7th EU-Japan Cyber Dialogue, both sides welcomed the operational focus of the discussion. Closer cooperation will strengthen cyber resilience for Europe & the Indo-Pacific. 👉https://link.europa.eu/txr6XY
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
🚀 At the #EuropeanSpaceConf one message is clear: space is central to defence readiness. As a strategic enabler, space is crucial for our defence capabilities and the EU is stepping up with concrete initiatives.🛰️ 👉 Find out more: link.europa.eu/mHJ4TT
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
🇪🇺🤝🇮🇳 Today, the EU & India signed a Security and Defence Partnership, marking a new chapter in EU-India cooperation. Key areas: ⚓ Maritime security 💻 Cybersecurity 🛡️ Counterterrorism ✈️ Consular cooperation 🏛️ Defence initiatives Find out more: 👉 link.europa.eu/x99fGM
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Over 30 African women leaders & European counterparts, began a study visit to 🇧🇪 & 🇳🇱, launched by the EU-funded projects EnMAR & SCOPE Africa with NPWMP-WCA. Such initiatives & the 🇪🇺 Coordinated Maritime Presences advance cooperation, capacity-building & #GenderEquality in #MaritimeSecurity.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Two days of shaping the EU’s future cyber diplomacy agenda.💻🤝 Today, EU Cyber Ambassadors concluded their meeting with stakeholders - discussing how cyber diplomacy can contribute to shaping Europe’s digital future. These talks will guide the next steps of EU cyber policy. 🚀
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Strengthening Europe's security does not mean stepping back from promoting peace.🇪🇺 It means, cementing our role as global peace actor & working with partners to tackle complex conflicts. And this week, it meant launching our first Dialogue on Peace Mediation with Norway. 🤝
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Cooperation with partners is instrumental to #MaritimeSecurity in the Gulf of Guinea.🌍 🇪🇺 With the SWAIMS Project, the EU supports partners' ability to combat piracy, illegal trafficking & illegal fishing. Supporting the Senegalese Navy with training and equipment is part of it. 🇸🇳
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
🌍 In fragile communities, climate shocks & armed conflict don’t wait to be addressed - they multiply. The EU Delegation to the UN brought together experts from key international organisations to advance joint action. Because when crises overlap, our responses must too. @euatun.bsky.social
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Can locally led mediation end a conflict?🕊️ UNDP & the EU launched the #InsiderMediation podcast to show: The answer is yes. Listen to first-hand stories from women, youth & community mediators building peace from within. 🎧 Listen: bit.ly/48JSWQr 🔜 More episodes
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
2025 was pivotal for European defence. The EU took action: Investing in military capabilities🛡️ Joint procurement⚡ A stronger industry🌍 Support to & cooperation with 🇺🇦 & more🚀 2026 we continue building a strong, resilient Europe - ready to protect our peace & security. 🇪🇺
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
How can troops move across Europe when it matters most? By removing regulatory & physical barriers - across borders & organisations. 🚀 🇪🇺 Yesterday, EU & NATO Ambassadors met to advance common goals for Military Mobility. By moving together, we move faster & smarter. ⚡️
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Translating EU peace & security priorities into multilateral action. 🇪🇺 🤝 🇺🇳 Last week, the EU Politico-Military Group concluded its visit to @UN in New York, to discuss peacekeeping transitions, UN-mandated EU missions & turning shared priorities into action on the ground. 🌍
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
🔐Two days. Shared challenges. Coordinated responses. This week, the 3rd EU-UK Cyber Dialogue in Brussels addressed cyber threats, ransomware, regulation & responsible state behaviour. 🇪🇺🤝🇬🇧 Because cyber threats know no borders. 👉Read more: link.europa.eu/RykQN4
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
🇪🇺🤝🇧🇷 At last week’s EU–Brazil workshop in Lisbon, we took the next step in strengthening maritime security in the Atlantic. An opportunity to exchange experience & deepen cooperation - from securing trade routes to tackling illicit trafficking & protecting undersea cables. 🌊🛡️
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
This week, the EU & Montenegro held their 1st Security & Defence Dialogue. 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇪 Topic covered: -Support to Ukraine -Hybrid & cyber threats -Regional stability in the Western Balkans With 🇲🇪 aligned to the 🇪🇺 foreign & security policy, our security & defence cooperation keeps growing.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Cooperation is vital to Europe's security. 🇪🇺🤝🇨🇭 The 3rd EU–Switzerland Security & Defence Dialogue took place in Brussels. Topics covered: - Support for Ukraine - CSDP missions and operations - PESCO, including military mobility We also held our 3rd Peace Mediation Dialogue. 🕊️
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
European #defence, climate & energy are inseparable. 🌱🚀 Addressing them together is how we become operationally ready & strategically prepared.🔋 This week @eu_eeas, @EU_ISS & @eu2025dk gathered EU, @NATO, partner country & industry experts in Brussels to do exactly that 👇
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
The 🇪🇺 EU and 🇵🇭 the Philippines held their first Security and Defence dialogue today - on the agenda: International security and #Defence Maritime security Cyber security Non-proliferation & disarmament Counterterrorism Our partnership is strong, and it is growing stronger.
European External Action Service Managing Director for Peace, Security and Defence Benedikta von Seherr-Thoss and Undersecretary Leo Herrera-Lim from the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, shaking hands on the occasion of the first European Union-Philippines Security and Defence Dialogue on 25 November 2025 in Brussels.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
The EU fully supports the Arms Trade Treaty - the only global rulebook for responsible arms trade. 🇪🇺🌍 The @EUCouncil adopted phase 3 of EU support to @ATTSecretariat to help State Parties with: ➡️improved reporting ➡️train-the-trainer efforts ➡️regional dialogues on diversion
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
EU & NATO staff met for the 2nd Structured Dialogue on Cyber, enhancing efforts to detect, deter & defend against growing cyber security threats.🤝 We work together to protect our citizens, economies & values through coordinated action in #cyberspace. 🇪🇺 🔗 www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/second-...
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Submarine cables, pipelines, harbours & more - the need to protect our Critical Maritime Infrastructure has never been more tangible.🌊 Today, HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social convened a ministerial meeting with over 60 countries on the topic. 👉 More: www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/working...
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Together, the EU promotes responsible state behaviour in #cyberspace🦾 The 27 EU Cyber Ambassadors met in Copenhagen yesterday to discuss steps on the UN Global Mechanism on Cyber & exchange with the private sector on how to better prevent, deter & respond to cyber threats.🛡️
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
For common security at sea, cooperation is indispensable. 🇪🇺 At the 9th Symposium of the Heads of Navies & Coast Guards of the Gulf of Guinea, the EU reaffirmed its support to: 🚢 provide concrete cooperation at sea 🤝 strengthen partnerships ⚓ promote safer, more resilient waters
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Today, 🇪🇺 🇩🇪 🇺🇸 & 🇦🇪 co-chaired the 1st meeting of the Core Focus Group of the Global Coalition against Da'esh to work with 🇮🇶 & 🇸🇾. The meeting in Abu Dhabi focused on Northeast Syria & regional counter-terrorism efforts. The EU remains committed to preventing & countering terrorism in the region.
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Strong defence starts with seamless mobility🪖 The EU unveiled a new Military Mobility Package to remove barriers so European armed forces can move fast when it matters. 🇪🇺 Including: 🚧Infrastructure upgrades 📝EU-wide rules for border transit 🚛& more 👉 Press release: ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
The 14th #EU Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Conference just took place in Brussels: Thanks to all participants for their high expertise, sober assessment of challenges and open debate on ways ahead in the spirit of multilateralism. #NonProliferation #Disarmament
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
The security landscape is changing – and #CSDP is changing with it. 🇪🇺 @eudiplomacy.bsky.social & @eu2025dk.bsky.social hosted the 3rd annual review conference to discuss how to adapt policies & civilian missions to meet the security challenges of today. 👉 Discover @EUAM_Ukraine: shorturl.at/nBI8Z
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
🇪🇺🤝🇰🇪 4th Security & Defence Dialogue co-chaired by Ministry of Interior Kenya & @eudiplomacy.bsky.social Discussions focused on peace, security & defence cooperation➡concrete deliverables for cooperation on mediation, counter-terrorism, police reform & maritime security. 1/2
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EU Security & Defence @eusecuritydefence.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
The EU, Djibouti & Japan conducted a joint naval exercise in the West Indian Ocean - to empower partners & strengthen collective maritime security. 🇪🇺🇩🇯🇯🇵 Representatives from Oman, Somalia, & Yemen also joined as observers & participants.🌊 🔗Read more: eunavfor.eu/news/operati...
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