EU

Media Advisory: Foreign Affairs Council Meeting

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for the Foreign Affairs Council meeting scheduled for March 16, 2026. The advisory outlines the indicative program, including discussions on Russia's war against Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and the EU Southern Neighbourhood.

EU Council Forward Look: March 16-29, 2026

The Council of the EU has released a forward look detailing upcoming meetings and key discussion topics between March 16-29, 2026. Topics include foreign affairs, energy, environmental standards, and economic policy.

President António Costa's Weekly Schedule

The European Council has published the weekly schedule for President António Costa for March 16-19, 2026. The schedule includes various meetings with international leaders and participation in the Tripartite Social Summit and the European Council meeting.

Media Advisory: Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council Meeting

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for the upcoming Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council meeting focused on energy matters. The meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2026, in Brussels and will cover topics including energy security, grid packages, and financing frameworks for nuclear energy.

Council Agrees Position to Streamline Artificial Intelligence Rules

The Council of the EU has agreed its position on a proposal to streamline rules for artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Key amendments include a prohibition on AI generating non-consensual intimate content and revised timelines for high-risk AI systems, with new application dates set for late 2027 and mid-2028.

European Council Meeting Press Briefing Advisory

The European Council has announced a press briefing for the upcoming meeting on March 19-20, 2026. The briefing will be held on March 17, 2026, in a hybrid format, with a registration deadline of 13:30 on the same day. This is an 'off the record' event.

Press Briefing for General Affairs Council

The Council of the EU has announced a press briefing for the General Affairs Council on March 17, 2026. The briefing will take place on March 16, 2026, and is designated as 'off the record'. Registration is required for journalists wishing to attend.

Advocate General Opinions on Hungary, Czech Republic Lawyer Access

The Advocate General has issued opinions in cases C-660/24 and C-681/24, finding that Hungary and the Czech Republic may have infringed EU law by imposing time limits on the right of access to a lawyer for suspects. These opinions suggest that questioning suspects without a lawyer present, if the lawyer does not appear within a specified period, violates EU legal principles.

Advocate General's Opinions on EU Law Infringement Cases

The European Court of Justice has released Advocate General's Opinions on several infringement cases. These opinions address potential violations of EU law by Member States, including issues related to access to lawyers, sanctions enforcement, and telecommunications contracts. The opinions also cover judgments on environmental directives and return procedures for illegally staying persons.

Advocate General's Opinions on Access to Lawyer Rights

The Advocate General has issued opinions in Cases C-660/24 and C-681/24, finding that Hungary and the Czech Republic may have infringed EU law by imposing time limits on the right of suspects to access a lawyer. This action highlights potential violations of fundamental legal rights within the EU.