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Ukraine: EU funds soon available to help refugees
The Council has endorsed a legislative proposal on Cohesion's Action for Refugees in Europe (CARE). The proposal will allow EU countries and regions to provide emergency support to people fleeing the war in Ukraine. Additional support will be given through the Recovery Assistance for Cohesion and the Territories of Europe (REACT-EU).
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Council agrees on Frontex operational support for Moldova
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Sustainable batteries: member states ready to start negotiations with Parliament
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EU adopts fourth package of sanctions against Russia
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Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: Council agrees its position
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Press releases
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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, 21 March 2022: Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the EU
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A Strategic Compass for a stronger EU security and defence in the next decade
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Media advisory - General Affairs Council of 22 March 2022
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Press briefing ahead the European Council of 24 and 25 March 2022
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President Donohoe's report to the President of the Euro Summit
What is the Council?
The role of the European Council and the Council of the EU explained
The European Council
The European Council consists of the heads of state or government of the EU's member states, together with its President and the European Commission President. It defines the EU's general political direction and priorities.
The Council of the EU
The Council of the EU represents the member states' governments. Informally also known as the EU Council, it is where national ministers from each EU country meet to adopt laws and coordinate policies.