EU - European Council - Press releases

1. Freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz: EU lists two individuals and one entity

   The Council adopted restrictive measures against two individuals and one entity involved in Iran’s actions and policies threatening the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

2. European Peace Facility: Council adopts the second assistance measure in support of the Egyptian Armed Forces

   The Council adopted the second assistance measure under the EPF to support the Egyptian Armed Forces, bringing the support to the EAF to €40 million to date.

3. Council greenlights law reinforcing protection of victims’ rights

   This new directive updates the 2012 EU law on the rights, support and protection of victims of crime and requires member states to set up an EU-wide helpline for victims.

4. Steel overcapacity: Council greenlights new rules to protect the EU steel market from global overcapacity

   The Council adopted new rules to address global steel overcapacity and strengthen protection of the EU steel market.

5. Foreign investment screening: Council signs off on updated framework

   The Council adopted new rules to reinforce EU foreign investment screening, improving coordination and safeguarding key technologies and infrastructure.