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The EU has unequivocally condemned the violent and indiscriminate terrorist attacks across Israel carried out on 7 October 2023 by Hamas. It has also reiterated the importance of ensuring the protection of all civilians at all times in line with international humanitarian law.

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EU solidarity with Ukraine

Find practical information for people fleeing the war in Ukraine and for EU citizens wishing to donate and engage.

Key EU policies for Ireland

Get information on key EU policy areas for Ireland: energy, agriculture, economy, environment, fisheries, research, digital, taxation

What is Europe doing for your county?

Our county reports list just some of the ways EU membership has benefited people at a local level across the length and breadth of Ireland

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3 October 2024

European Commission calls on Ireland, Bulgaria and Estonia to correctly transpose EU law combating racism and xenophobia

The European Commission has sent a letter of formal notice to Ireland and reasoned opinions to Bulgaria (INFR(2020)2321) and Estonia for only partially and incorrectly transposing the Council Framework Decision on combating racism and xenophobia.

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19 September 2024

Commissioner McGuinness and Minister McConalogue celebrate success of traditional Irish products with EU quality label

EU Commissioner Mairead McGuinness and Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue celebrated today the success of traditional Irish food and drink products with the EU quality mark known as 'geographical indication'.

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17 September 2024

Press statement by President von der Leyen on the next College of Commissioners

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, delivered a statement to the press at the European Parliament in Strasbourg this morning, on the composition of the next College of Commissioners.

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Disinformation Trends in the EU and Ireland and How to Counter Them?

Dublin 2, Ireland

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European Year of Skills 2023

Find information on the European Year of Skills 2023 and about events and activities taking place all over Europe.

Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the European Union

Hungary holds the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union from 1 July to 31 December 2024.

Me, You and the EU - The Story of Ireland and the European Union

‘Me, You & the EU’ is a short, fast-paced educational film about Ireland and the European Union aimed at secondary school students

Highlights

Recovery Plan for Europe

The €1.8 trillion Recovery Plan for Europe supports Ireland’s economic recovery and helps build a greener, more digital and more resilient Europe

European Union against disinformation

Get the facts on some of the most common myths circulating about the EU. Learn how to spot and fight disinformation.

Team EUROPE DIRECT in Ireland

Team EUROPE DIRECT is a network of independent and inspirational speakers and moderators, proficient in EU topics and communication, capable of conveying the activities of the EU to a broad audience.