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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Munich, here we come. The Global Total Defence Lab will take place in Munich on 23–24 October. Save the dates and follow along for speaker, partner and programme announcements.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Save the date: The Global Total Defence Lab takes place on 23–24 October 2026 in Munich. Join us for two days of exchange. More information coming soon.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Can PEPP help keep Europe’s pensions afloat? 🛟 PEPP is a voluntary, portable private pension designed to make saving for retirement easier across the EU. Our new study explores its potential, latest reforms, and the pitfalls policymakers must still address. 🔗 www.freiheit.org/de/europa/ka...

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

🇪🇺 EU enlargement was the conversation at the EU Meets Balkans Forum 2026. But beyond political momentum: how ready are candidate countries, really? Our new Integration Readiness Index tracks where reforms advance, stall & translate into real progress. Find it here: readinessindex.eu

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🇮🇸🐟 What do fish have to do with Europe’s future? Iceland’s rejection of renewed EU talks is also a story about sovereignty, concentrated economic power and who gets to shape political choices. Read our latest article “A Saga of Fish, Europe and Power “ here: www.freiheit.org/europe/saga-...

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🎯 27 liberal politicians and communicators from 17 countries and 14 parties met in Istanbul for the Liberal Communicators Network, an intensive bootcamp on video-first political communication. 👏 Thanks to all participants, trainers, partners and organizers! #LCN2026 #UP4Democracy #fnfeurope

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

🥨 Pretzels & Politics: What Comes After Populism? Even when governments change, the effects of populism often remain. Join us on 23 June in Brussels to discuss democratic recovery,civic trust,democratic resilience with Luisa Cardoso Barreto, Abdoul Diallo, Jana Sproul. 🔗 Register: bit.ly/4oy7EBq

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

❓How is the European narrative made attractive? 🌍That was the topic of the FNF Europe and Projekt: Polska "Party Factory" session in Reykjavik, bringing together political, academic, and party perspectives, as well as workshops/discussions on current European developments and campaigning.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🚨 Democracy is changing. So is politics. So is the internet. ⏳ Just 5 days left to apply for #GenNow2026! ⚡ TikTok politics, populism, digital culture & the future of liberal democracy. 📍 Sofia 📅 2–6 Sept 📝 Apply by 16 June: bit.ly/4wOwC3u

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

🎯 12 communication professionals. 9 EU countries. 3 days in Warsaw 🇵🇱 🚀 Mission achieved: learning how to become a One-Person Content Studio by building smarter, AI-powered content pipelines. 👀 Tell Me Your Story Academy is part of Liberal Communicators Network. @eurliberalforum.bsky.social

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

🚨 Democracy is changing. So is politics. So is the internet. ⏳ Just 11 days left to apply for #GenNow2026! ⚡ TikTok politics, populism, digital culture & the future of liberal democracy. 📍 Sofia 📅 2–6 Sept 📝 Apply by 16 June: bit.ly/4wOwC3u

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

⚡ China’s influence in Latin America is growing. What does this mean for Europe? 🌍🇪🇺 Join us on 11 June, Thu in Brussels for the launch of a new policy paper on EU–Latin America relations, trade, geopolitics & strategic cooperation. 📍 Liberal House, FNF Brussels Office 📝 Register now bit.ly/4auVVhg

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

🇩🇪 At #EuropeLiberalHour in Berlin, we discussed the future of pension reform 💡 Germany has major catching up to do on funded pensions. From UK-style auto-enrolment to Sweden’s pension model, experts explored ideas for fairer & more sustainable retirement systems. 📘Download the Study: bit.ly/4dVnUIa

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

🥨 Can democracy go beyond the ballot box? 🇪🇺 Join #Pretzels_Politics on 27 May in Brussels for a discussion on citizen participation, democratic innovation & rebuilding trust between institutions and citizens. 📅 27 May 2026 🕛 12:00–14:00 📍 Liberal House,FNF Europe,Brussels 🔗Register bit.ly/4dmjECf

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

❓Wie sichern wir die Rente von morgen? 🌍 Bei der nächsten Europe Liberal Hour diskutieren wir über Reformen der Altersvorsorge, internationale Modelle und nachhaltige Lösungen für Deutschland 🇩🇪 📅 26. Mai | 📍 Berlin 👉 bit.ly/4dweOBd

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

🌍 FNF Europe 🇪🇺 & VVD International launch the Liberal Leadership Academy: Europe — for young liberals ready to shape Europe’s future. 🚀 Ready to lead? 📅 Apply by 31 May 👉 lnkd.in/e-Sfd2CJ Ideal candidates are a member of a liberal political party or willing to become a political leader.

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LYMEC @lymec.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

The Liberal Communicators Network – Youth Edition 2026 brought together inspiring communicators from across Europe to explore the power of liberal values, viral creations, and digital influence. 🤳🏻 A huge thank you to our amazing partners @fnfeurope.bsky.social who made this project possible. 🩷

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

🚀 How can Europe stay competitive in AI and advanced technologies without copying Silicon Valley? 🥨 Takeaway from Pretzels & Politics: Europe’s strength may lie in innovative SME ecosystems,technological sovereignty & turning ambition into delivery. 🙏 Thanks to Antonios Nestoras and Florian Schuck!

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

🚀 From Ambition to Delivery: Closing Europe’s Tech Gap 🇪🇺 Join Pretzels & Politics 🥨 for the launch of our new report on competitiveness & tech 🗫 Insights with Florian Schuck & Antonios Nestoras 📅 5 May 🕛 12:00 – 14:00📍Brussels Register now👉 bit.ly/3OM3IzQ Get the Report 👉https://bit.ly/4tFsPU7

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

🇩🇪 🇪🇺 Der JuLis-Delegationsbesuch in Brüssel bot ein Wochenende voller Austausch und anregender Diskussionen. 📢Von unserem FNF-Europe-Büro über Podiumsdiskussionen zu den Themen EU und NATO, politische Kommunikation und internationales Networking bis hin zur Arbeit an den eigenen politischen Zielen.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

🇩🇪🇪🇺 JuLis Delegation kicks off in Brussels! 🌍EU–Africa with MEP Jan-Christoph Oetjen (FDP), security with FNF Global Security Hub & BSoG, 📱comms with LYMEC, cooperation 🤝 with Jeunes MR and FNF Europe, Liberal Afterwork networking. 👀 Follow our Instagram stories @fnfeurope over the weekend.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

@bsky.app 🥨 At Pretzels & Politics, Vukosava Crnjanski, Director of CRTA from Serbia, and Dr Klemen Grošelj, former MEP from Slovenia, discussed stalled EU enlargement in the Western Balkans. 🌍 Reforms, political will & EU credibility remain key challenges—without real change, there is no progress.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

🇭🇺 Hungary after the elections: what comes next? 🇪🇺 At #EuropeLiberalHour, MEP Moritz Körner, Dániel Hegedűs and other experts discussed Orbán’s defeat, reforms & Hungary’s future in the EU. ❓Key shifts ahead are excepted in the rule of law, EU funds, domestic issues, regional impact and more.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

🇧🇬 Bulgaria’s Election: Results Clear, Conclusions Pending – the end of deadlock of 8 elections in 5 yrs? ❓A strong majority of 44.6% for Progressive Bulgaria Party promises stability—but raises questions on reforms, governance & Europe 🇪🇺 👀 Read FNF analysis by Iva Dralcheva 👉 bit.ly/4cULNQB

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Bulgarian Elections 2026: Bulgaria’s Vote Ends Deadlock, But Uncertainty Persists

A decisive election result ends Bulgaria’s political stalemate, but leaves open key questions on governance, reforms, and its role in Europe.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

🥨 At #Pretzels_Politics yesterday, we discussed EU–India relations 🇪🇺🤝🇮🇳 with policymakers and @masz.bsky.social. As geopolitics shift 🌍, closer cooperation matters more than ever. 📊 Read the FNF analysis on Navigating India’s Role: Perspectives on Security, Geopolitics and Trade” 👉 bit.ly/4u5V3Y0

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

🎂 50 years of LYMEC: from a divided Europe to defending open societies today. “Youth must shape Europe’s future,” said Jules Maaten. 🌍 Liberal democracy faces real threats—now is the time to act together! 💪 Good luck to the new LYMEC Bureau! Happy Anniversary @lymec.bsky.social !

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

🛑 EU enlargement in the Western Balkans at a turning point!🌍 Why is the process stalling—and what’s going wrong? 🥨Join Pretzels & Politics in Brussels on: 🗓️ 23 April, his Thursday | 🕛 12–14h 👉 Register asap: bit.ly/3O4xPSJ 📍Liberal House, FNF Europe Office, Brussels #Pretzels_Politics

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

🎙️ „Frei gedacht" -Orbán abgewählt. Was der Machtwechsel in Ungarn für Europa bedeutet? In der neuen Folge spricht Greta Kiss mit MdEP Moritz Körner über die Richtungswahl in Ungarn 🇭🇺 und aktuelle europapolitische Herausforderungen 🇪🇺 👉 Jetzt reinhören – überall, wo es Podcasts gibt! bit.ly/41JfWMs

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Frei gedacht: Orbán abgewählt. Was der Machtwechsel in Ungarn für Europa bedeutet

Historischer Wahlausgang in Ungarn: Viktor Orbán ist abgewählt. In der ersten Folge von Frei gedacht analysieren Johanna Hans und Sascha Tamm gemeinsam mit Gréta Kiss und Moritz Körner, was dieser…

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

🎯 Calling communication pros from liberal orgs! Apply for “Tell Me Your Story”, part of Liberal Communicators Network ⏯️ The One-Person Content Studio: A Practical Guide to AI-Power Your Content Pipeline 🗓️ 5–7 June | 📍 Warsaw Upgrade your content workflows 👉Apply by 23 Apr bit.ly/4c8Nk5j #elfevent

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

⚡ EU–India relations at a turning point! 🇪🇺🤝🇮🇳 In Focus for #Pretzels_Politics discussion: “The Mother of All Deals” 📅 21 April 🕛 12:00 – 14:00📍Liberal House, Brussels 🌍 Discuss geopolitics, security & cooperation with policymakers & experts. 👉 Register:https://bit.ly/3QsIEyA

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

🇭🇺 Hungary’s campaign is shifting: business leaders, artists & influencers are speaking out ahead of the vote. Calls for EU values and change are growing. Whether it impacts results remains to be seen. Photo: Ferenc Isza/AFP (via 444.hu)

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

🇭🇺 Ungarn nach der Wahl: Wandel oder Kontinuität? Bei der Europe Liberal Hour diskutieren Expert:innen die innenpolitische Dynamik und Ungarns Rolle in der EU 🇪🇺 🗓️ 15. April, 12:30-13:30 Uhr 📍Online & Ort: Salon Diskurs, Schiffbauerdamm 8, 10117 Berlin 👉 Anmeldung 👉 bit.ly/3QwaIRG

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

🇪🇺 Join us at the new 🥨 Pretzels & Politics format to rethink European defence, stronger EU coordination for capability, autonomy, and industrial cooperation! Join us on 14 April at the Liberal House. Register now👉https://bit.ly/4t4LmsG This lunchtime format puts conversation & real exchange first!

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

🌍 Freedom is not abstract—it is lived and defended every day in Eastern Europe. What can the rest of Europe learn from this resilience and 'cool patriotism'? Read insights on democracy & the future of Europe from Martin Kothé, Former Regional Director of FNF East and Southeast Europe bit.ly/41g9mgh

Martin Kothé, Former Regional Director of FNF East and Southeast Europe

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

🌍 Apply now: Summer School on Security & Human Rights 📍 Mardin, Türkiye | 🗓️ 8–12 June Explore war, security, human rights & hybrid threats in a changing world. 👉 Apply by 9 April humanrightsacademy.info Organized by FNF Turkey and supported by FNF Global Security Hub

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Human Rights Academy

The Human Rights Academy aims to fill the missing human rights education within the scope of undergraduate or graduate education with various activities and provide human rights education to individua...

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

🎥 Apply now: FNF Video Bootcamp "The TikTok-ization of Everything. How to Become Video First Organization" 🗓️ 8–12 July | 📍 Istanbul 📱 Learn short-form video, on-camera skills & smartphone editing 🌍 For liberal communicators, NGOs, think tanks & politicians 👉 Apply by 20 April bit.ly/3PWau6c

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

💪♀️ The Alliance Of Her East & Southeast Europe kicks off in Sofia! 14 women, 9 countries, 1 goal: empowering women to lead in politics. Sessions cover strategy, leadership & branding. Led by Annika Arras. #SheWillBeHeard #allianceofher #aoh2026

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

@bsky.app💶 The Digital Euro aims to strengthen Europe’s monetary sovereignty 🇪🇺. From a liberal view, privacy, cash compatibility and the role of private providers are key. Learn more in our new policy paper 👉 bit.ly/4sVtm3B

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

🇬🇧 The @libdems.org.uk gathered in York for their Congress🏛️ Discussions focused on security, Europe 🇪🇺, and the UK’s global role, alongside key domestic issues like mental health, financial issues, universities, town centers and social media.🤝 Thomas Hacker represented FNF Europe at #LibDem Congress.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

🚀 Turn Liberal Ideas into Viral Messages. Join the Liberal Communicators Network Youth Edition 2026 in Tallinn, Estonia (15-17 May 2026) and learn how to transform liberal ideas into powerful messages. 🗓 Apply by 31 March 2026, 14 CEST 👉 bit.ly/4s2khpo Organized by @lymec.bsky.social & FNF Europe

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LYMEC @lymec.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

🚀Join the Liberal Communicators Network Youth Edition 2026 in Tallinn (15-17 May 2026) and learn how to transform liberal ideas into powerful messages. 🗓 Apply by 31 March 2026, 14:00 CEST. LCN Youth Edition 2026 is organised in cooperation with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Europe.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Job in Brüssel: FNF Europe sucht eine*n Administrative Officer (w/m/d) zur Organisation von Veranstaltungen, Projekten und administrativen Abläufen. Wenn du Organisationstalent hast und dich für Freiheit, Demokratie und Menschenrechte engagieren willst, bewirb dich bis 06.04.2026. bit.ly/4bcOZGt

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

💛💙 “You try to understand Ukrainians, but you cannot—you were not with us at the border when Russia changed everything,” said activist Olga Kasian in Brussels. Four years on, Ukraine still defends its freedom with courage. We stand with Ukraine. 🇺🇦 #StandWithUkraine youtube.com/shorts/vc6gN...

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Pro-Ukraine Demonstration 2026: Olga Kasian

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

🌍 Open markets, not protectionism: At #EuropeLiberalHour in Berlin, experts discussed how the EU–Mercosur agreement can strengthen Europe’s resilience. Key message: diversification, partnerships and rules-based trade with Latin America matter more than ever. #FreeTrade #EUMercosur

#EuropeLiberalHour in Berlin, experts discussed how the EU–Mercosur agreement can strengthen Europe’s resilience.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

♀️ Happy International Women’s Day! “We need more women to be visible in politics,” says Bettina Stark-Watzinger (FDP), alumna of the Alliance of Her Programme. For over a decade, AOH has empowered women to lead and shape Europe’s future. #SheWillBeHeard #allianceofher youtube.com/shorts/WfbdS...

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AOH 2025: Bettina Stark-Watzinger 2

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

💛💙 On the anniversary of Russia’s full-scale war, we highlight voices of hope from Ukraine. Meet Larysa Bortovyk (Servant of the People), alumna of Alliance of Her East & Southeast Europe. Empowering women’s leadership in politics. Her time is now. #SheWillBeHeard #allianceofher #aoh2025

Meet Larysa Bortovyk (Servant of the People), alumna of Alliance of Her East & Southeast Europe.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

🛑 “They tell prisoners nobody needs them, that the world has forgotten them.” Ukrainian journalist Oleh Baturin speaks about Russian captivity in Kherson and why Europe must not look away. Solidarity matters. Read the interview: bit.ly/4s55qKC #Ukraine #WarInUkraine

Ukrainian journalist Oleh Baturin speaks about Russian captivity in Kherson and why Europe must not look away. Solidarity matters.

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FNF Europe @fnfeurope.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

💛💙 On the anniversary of Russia’s war, we highlight voices of hope. Meet Violetta Pashutina (Golos), alumna of Alliance of Her East & Southeast Europe, Executive Director of Land of Freedom Foundation and ELF Board Member. Female leadership matters. #SheWillBeHeard #StandWithUkraine #aoh2025

Meet Violetta Pashutina (Golos), alumna of Alliance of Her East & Southeast Europe, Executive Director of Land of Freedom Foundation and ELF Board Member.

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Renew Europe @reneweurope.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Today our MEPs joined a march in support of Ukraine in the streets of Brussels 🇺🇦 On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, people came together to support Ukrainian people and condemn Russia’s aggression.

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