Notices by European Commission (eucommission@ec.social-network.europa.eu)

We have made Microsoft’s commitments on Teams legally binding under EU antitrust rules.

Microsoft will unbundle Teams at lower prices, boost interoperability and data portability.

This means more choice for users, and fair competition ensured in Europe.

More: https://europa.eu/!xD7YJw

This is our Independence Moment.

From defence to clean tech, we choose independence over dependence.

We invest in security, democracy, and dignity – from housing and jobs to AI and energy.

We defend democracy. We protect media freedom. Because truth and trust are Europe's strongest shields.

Europe must fight for its freedom, unity, and future.

Leading, protecting, and delivering.

These are just some of the key battles Europe is fighting 👉 https://europa.eu/!NNWdhF

Hello @ranx!
Let us be clear: under this proposal, there is no general monitoring of online communications. There will be no such thing as “chat control”.

Only material that is clearly child sexual abuse will be searched for and can be detected.

Detection orders can only be issued by judicial or independent administrative authorities at the end of a thorough process to assess necessity and proportionality, balancing all the fundamental rights at stake.

Unity moves on common tracks. 🇺🇦🛤️🇪🇺

Ukraine’s first EU-gauge railway between Uzhhorod and Chop is now open, backed by €28.6 million from the EU’s Connecting Europe and Ukraine Facilities.

This means:

✅ Faster border crossing
✅ More trade
✅ Better links to 🇸🇰🇭🇺🇦🇹 – and beyond

Part of the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes, this project will help bring Ukraine closer to the EU.

We #StandWithUkraine as it rolls forward towards 🇪🇺 🚆

More: https://europa.eu/!gypNxR

We're stepping up support for Moldova. 🇲🇩

✅ An additional €18.9 million under the Reform and Growth Facility, as part of €1.9 billion in grants and loans for 2025-2027.

💼 We’re inviting businesses from the EU, EEA, and Moldova to invest in Moldova’s economy.

🎭 In 2026, Moldova will join the Creative Europe’s Culture Strand, gaining access to new opportunities across Europe.

Our commitment to Moldova, its economy, cultural vitality, and European future remains steadfast.

The ocean remembers.

And we’re helping it heal, with €116 million for 13 projects restoring our ocean and waters, helping migratory fish, and empowering coastal communities.

Backed by Horizon Europe under the European Ocean Pact, these initiatives reflect our shared commitment to nature and innovation.

Committed to a healthier blue planet. For us, and generations to come.

See the ripple effect 👉 https://europa.eu/!C9JdKk

Your path. Our support. Europe stands firmly by Moldova’s side 🇪🇺🤝🇲🇩

Today we celebrate Moldova’s Independence Day. A day to honour resilience, independence and the European path ahead.

Through the Growth Plan, we support Moldova’s reforms and investments, strengthening prosperity and bringing opportunities to its people.

La mulți ani, Moldova

Today is Ukraine’s Independence Day. 🇺🇦

We celebrate a nation and its people, and their choice of freedom.

Those who are bravely resisting Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression.

We stand by them for as long as it takes for a just and lasting peace.

Slava Ukraini.

Ukraine can always count on Europe. 🇺🇦 🇪🇺

On the eve of Ukraine’s Independence Day, we have illuminated our headquarters Berlaymont in blue and yellow - the colours of Ukraine.

In a tribute to the courage, pain, and hope of a nation walking a hard road.

We are together in building a brighter future for Ukraine and its people.

#StandWithUkraine

Courage. Resilience. Freedom.

Ukraine’s flag carries them all.

On Ukraine’s Flag Day, it proudly stands before our Brussels headquarters.

A strong signal that Europe continues to stand united united on Ukraine's side for a just and lasting peace. Today, like every day.

Ми з вами. We are with you.

Cycling boosts health, the planet, and the economy! 🚲

✔️ 92,000+ km of EuroVelo routes across Europe
✔️ Nearly 10M bikes made in the EU yearly
✔️ 1.35M cycling-related jobs

With our European Declaration on Cycling, we are committed to boosting cycling across the EU, including through:

🦺 Safe cycling networks in cities
🚌 Better links with public transport
🔋 Deployment of charging points for e-bikes
🚴 Bike highways connecting cities with rural areas

Find out more: https://europa.eu/!p97hdK

What lets you travel freely across 29 different European countries?

It’s Schengen, of course! So, you’re free to live your best European Summer!

Schengen is one of the world’s largest zones of free movement. It has reshaped how over 450 million Europeans live, work, and travel.

It’s a symbol of freedom, collaboration, and opportunity, turning the promise of Europe into an everyday reality!

Wherever you are in Europe, we hope you’re having a great summer.

More 👉 https://europa.eu/!k7Gykf

Mission accomplished - the Sentinel-5A satellite is now safely in orbit!

It will now undergo calibration before starting its work for us: scanning and analysing the composition of the air we breathe.

Thanks to Sentinel-5A and other European Copernicus satellites, we will have more accurate pollution alerts to protect the most vulnerable, and improved aerosol forecasts for solar energy providers.

Check out the pictures from Sentinel-5A's launch from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou 👇

📷©ESA

Independent, free media stands at the core of democracy.

Today, the European Media Freedom Act starts applying, designed to strengthen media freedom, independence, and pluralism within the EU.

It ensures
✅ Stronger protection for journalists
✅ Adequate funding and editorial freedom for public service media
✅ Limits to unwarranted removal of media content by very large online platforms

It also establishes the European Board for Media Services.

Find out more - https://europa.eu/!P8cG4Q

The dreaded T-Rex as you try to access a movie or read an article 🦖

Fear not! While you live your best European summer, we’ve got you covered 😎

With the #WiFi4EU app, you can enjoy free, high-speed WiFi in public spaces across Europe.

With roaming, you can also use data just like you do at home, for no extra cost!

So, you can remain connected to what matters to you, whilst enjoying a fantastic summer ☀️

Find out more: https://europa.eu/!rmqyhT

🎨 Design the future look of the euro! 

The European Central Bank has launched a design contest for the new euro banknotes. 

Open to graphic designers in the EU, submit your proposal for one of two themes: 
🖼️ European culture 
🌍 Rivers and birds 

The designs – reflecting Europe’s shared cultural identity and natural heritage – will shape our currency for years to come! 

🗓️ Share your ideas by 18 August 2025, 12:00 CET 

🔗 More info: https://europa.eu/!cWfmdT

🕯On 2 August 1944, around 4,300 Roma and Sinti were murdered in Auschwitz-Birkenau, ending of the so-called ‘Gypsy family camp’.

This was part of the Roma Holocaust, which took over 500,000 lives.

Today we honour the memory of victims & stand against prejudice of Romani people.

👨🏼🏫With the Council of Europe, we're working to bring Roma Holocaust history in school curricula across Europe, so young people can grow up embracing inclusion.

🔗 https://europa.eu/!4nx88N

📷 ©Adobe Stock @Hikmet

Have you heard of the 3-30-300 🌳 rule?

Everyone should be able to:

🌲 See at least 3 trees from their home
🌳 Have 30% tree canopy cover in their neighbourhood
🍃 Live within 300 metres of a high-quality green space

Trees help us cool down our towns in the summer, improve air quality and regulate the water cycle.

That’s why The EU Biodiversity Strategy commits to planting at least 3 billion additional trees in the EU by 2030.

Learn more ➡️ https://europa.eu/!RGwp7f

The EU-US deal restores stability and predictability for citizens and businesses on both sides of the Atlantic.

It secures continued access for EU exports to the US market, preserving deeply integrated value chains and safeguarding jobs. It provides the basis for continued collaboration.

The deal sets out the parameters of the EU-US trade relationship. It is the first step in a process that will be further expanded over time to cover additional areas and continue to improve market access.

We have proposed to partially suspend Israel's participation to Horizon Europe, specifically concerning the participation of entities established in Israel in activities funded under the Accelerator of the European Innovation Council (EIC).

The EIC Accelerator targets start-ups and small businesses with disruptive innovations and emerging technologies that have potential dual-use applications, such as in cybersecurity, drones, and artificial intelligence.

Read more: https://europa.eu/!tpyHr6