EU - European Council - Press releases

1. Weekly schedule of President António Costa

   Weekly schedule of President António Costa, 24-30 August 2026.

2. International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence based on Religion or Belief: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union

   Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the international day commemorating the victims of acts of violence based on religion or belief.

3. Press briefing ahead of President António Costa's 'Tour des Capitales'

   The press briefing ahead of European Council President António Costa's upcoming 'Tour des Capitales' across EU member states will take place on Monday, 24 August at 14:30.

4. Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries concerning restrictive measures against serious human rights violations and abuses

   Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2026/1896 of 30 July 2026 amending Decision (CFSP) 2020/1999 concerning restrictive measures against serious human rights violations and abuses.

5. Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries on restrictive measures to combat terrorism

   Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2026/1882 of 30 July 2026 reviewing the list of persons, groups and entities covered by Decision (CFSP) 2026/455 on restrictive measures to combat terrorism.