European Democrats
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🇪🇺 Believing in a humanistic Europe.
🏛️ Democracy, environment and education are core pillars of our European soul 🌬️
🏘️ @reneweurope.bsky.social is our family.
🏛️ Democracy, environment and education are core pillars of our European soul 🌬️
🏘️ @reneweurope.bsky.social is our family.
This is my flag. It stands for unity, freedom, peace, democracy, equality, civilization, diversity, rule of law, science, beauty and strength. There is nothing more important to fight for.
December 7, 2025 at 4:35 PM
This is my flag. It stands for unity, freedom, peace, democracy, equality, civilization, diversity, rule of law, science, beauty and strength. There is nothing more important to fight for.
Forty participants from across Germany gathered in Ludwigsburg for a workshop organised by Engin Eroglu with the support of the EDP — a genuine laboratory of democracy. People stepped out of their bubbles, exchanged ideas on topics far beyond their daily expertise 1/4
December 7, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Forty participants from across Germany gathered in Ludwigsburg for a workshop organised by Engin Eroglu with the support of the EDP — a genuine laboratory of democracy. People stepped out of their bubbles, exchanged ideas on topics far beyond their daily expertise 1/4
Elon Musk keeps flirting with chaos and calling it “free speech”. Europe won’t take democracy lessons from a billionaire who toys with extremism to stay relevant. And yes — Poland’s Foreign Minister just delivered the comeback of the year.
December 7, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Elon Musk keeps flirting with chaos and calling it “free speech”. Europe won’t take democracy lessons from a billionaire who toys with extremism to stay relevant. And yes — Poland’s Foreign Minister just delivered the comeback of the year.
When American strategists ask Europe to “take care of itself”, we don’t take it as a threat — we take it as a wake-up call.
Faced with attacks from Trump-era politics, digital blackmail from Washington, and the growing fragility of global alliances, we have one response: All we need is Europe.
Faced with attacks from Trump-era politics, digital blackmail from Washington, and the growing fragility of global alliances, we have one response: All we need is Europe.
December 7, 2025 at 7:36 AM
When American strategists ask Europe to “take care of itself”, we don’t take it as a threat — we take it as a wake-up call.
Faced with attacks from Trump-era politics, digital blackmail from Washington, and the growing fragility of global alliances, we have one response: All we need is Europe.
Faced with attacks from Trump-era politics, digital blackmail from Washington, and the growing fragility of global alliances, we have one response: All we need is Europe.
When Elon Musk calls for abolishing the EU and Dmitry Medvedev applauds, it’s a clear reminder of what’s at stake.
Authoritarians and self-styled disruptors always agree on one thing: a weaker Europe.
But let’s be honest — the EU exists precisely to prevent the kind of power games 1/2
Authoritarians and self-styled disruptors always agree on one thing: a weaker Europe.
But let’s be honest — the EU exists precisely to prevent the kind of power games 1/2
December 6, 2025 at 6:34 PM
When Elon Musk calls for abolishing the EU and Dmitry Medvedev applauds, it’s a clear reminder of what’s at stake.
Authoritarians and self-styled disruptors always agree on one thing: a weaker Europe.
But let’s be honest — the EU exists precisely to prevent the kind of power games 1/2
Authoritarians and self-styled disruptors always agree on one thing: a weaker Europe.
But let’s be honest — the EU exists precisely to prevent the kind of power games 1/2
When powerful platforms try to play by their own rules, democracies must stand firm.
French Foreign Minister @jnbarrot.bsky.social is right: transparency isn’t optional. It’s a cornerstone of any fair and open digital space. TikTok complied,X refused -and the European Commission acted, as it should
French Foreign Minister @jnbarrot.bsky.social is right: transparency isn’t optional. It’s a cornerstone of any fair and open digital space. TikTok complied,X refused -and the European Commission acted, as it should
December 6, 2025 at 5:14 PM
When powerful platforms try to play by their own rules, democracies must stand firm.
French Foreign Minister @jnbarrot.bsky.social is right: transparency isn’t optional. It’s a cornerstone of any fair and open digital space. TikTok complied,X refused -and the European Commission acted, as it should
French Foreign Minister @jnbarrot.bsky.social is right: transparency isn’t optional. It’s a cornerstone of any fair and open digital space. TikTok complied,X refused -and the European Commission acted, as it should
Elon Musk wants to abolish the European Union — in a tweet. But the EU is not a social media platform to buy, crash or delete. It’s the most ambitious democratic project for peace, prosperity and rights ever built on our continent.
December 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Elon Musk wants to abolish the European Union — in a tweet. But the EU is not a social media platform to buy, crash or delete. It’s the most ambitious democratic project for peace, prosperity and rights ever built on our continent.
In Iran, several women ran without a hijab during a marathon on Kish Island. The authorities’ response? Criminal charges against the organisers. Once again, the regime chooses repression over rights.
December 6, 2025 at 10:42 AM
In Iran, several women ran without a hijab during a marathon on Kish Island. The authorities’ response? Criminal charges against the organisers. Once again, the regime chooses repression over rights.
Months after Donald Trump failed to win the Nobel Peace Prize—again—FIFA decided to step in with its own “Peace Award”. A consolation prize? No. A stage for ego inflation.
December 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Months after Donald Trump failed to win the Nobel Peace Prize—again—FIFA decided to step in with its own “Peace Award”. A consolation prize? No. A stage for ego inflation.
The answer to today’s shifting world is clear: Europe needs its own defence, a truly common strategy and a real European army. With growing threats from the East and a U.S. administration ready to step back, pretending nothing has changed would be dangerous.
December 5, 2025 at 7:08 PM
The answer to today’s shifting world is clear: Europe needs its own defence, a truly common strategy and a real European army. With growing threats from the East and a U.S. administration ready to step back, pretending nothing has changed would be dangerous.
Sanctions matter – and so does coherence.
The US Treasury has temporarily eased some sanctions on the Russian oil giant Lukoil to keep fuel stations outside Russia running.
But let’s be clear: the priority must remain cutting off the Kremlin's war machine from international revenues. 1/2
The US Treasury has temporarily eased some sanctions on the Russian oil giant Lukoil to keep fuel stations outside Russia running.
But let’s be clear: the priority must remain cutting off the Kremlin's war machine from international revenues. 1/2
December 5, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Sanctions matter – and so does coherence.
The US Treasury has temporarily eased some sanctions on the Russian oil giant Lukoil to keep fuel stations outside Russia running.
But let’s be clear: the priority must remain cutting off the Kremlin's war machine from international revenues. 1/2
The US Treasury has temporarily eased some sanctions on the Russian oil giant Lukoil to keep fuel stations outside Russia running.
But let’s be clear: the priority must remain cutting off the Kremlin's war machine from international revenues. 1/2
Czech President Petr Pavel has expressed clear reservations about the proposed appointment of Filip Turek, a member of the far right, and has underlined broader concerns about potential conflicts of interest in shaping a new right-wing executive under Andrej Babiš — […]
December 4, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Czech President Petr Pavel has expressed clear reservations about the proposed appointment of Filip Turek, a member of the far right, and has underlined broader concerns about potential conflicts of interest in shaping a new right-wing executive under Andrej Babiš — […]
According to a national survey reported by HVG and conducted by ELTE University, 47% of Hungarians want a change of government, and only a third support the current leadership. For the first time in years, the ruling party is no longer in the lead. 1/2
December 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM
According to a national survey reported by HVG and conducted by ELTE University, 47% of Hungarians want a change of government, and only a third support the current leadership. For the first time in years, the ruling party is no longer in the lead. 1/2
A blue passport with gold stars. 💙⭐
For now, it’s just an option. But it’s already a symbol.
The European Commission has officially registered the citizens' initiative STAR-PASS, which asks EU countries to offer a passport design proudly displaying the EU stars and the words "European Union". 1/2
For now, it’s just an option. But it’s already a symbol.
The European Commission has officially registered the citizens' initiative STAR-PASS, which asks EU countries to offer a passport design proudly displaying the EU stars and the words "European Union". 1/2
December 4, 2025 at 1:40 PM
A blue passport with gold stars. 💙⭐
For now, it’s just an option. But it’s already a symbol.
The European Commission has officially registered the citizens' initiative STAR-PASS, which asks EU countries to offer a passport design proudly displaying the EU stars and the words "European Union". 1/2
For now, it’s just an option. But it’s already a symbol.
The European Commission has officially registered the citizens' initiative STAR-PASS, which asks EU countries to offer a passport design proudly displaying the EU stars and the words "European Union". 1/2
In a powerful stand for international law, the United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution—spearheaded by France—condemning the deportation of Ukrainian children by Russia and demanding their immediate, safe and unconditional return. 1/2
December 4, 2025 at 11:33 AM
In a powerful stand for international law, the United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution—spearheaded by France—condemning the deportation of Ukrainian children by Russia and demanding their immediate, safe and unconditional return. 1/2
A new survey across nine EU countries reveals a powerful message: Europeans are anxious—but they’re also choosing Europe.
Nearly half of respondents see Donald Trump as a threat to Europe. A majority fear war with Russia. Most feel their own countries couldn’t defend themselves in a crisis. 1/2
Nearly half of respondents see Donald Trump as a threat to Europe. A majority fear war with Russia. Most feel their own countries couldn’t defend themselves in a crisis. 1/2
December 4, 2025 at 9:12 AM
A new survey across nine EU countries reveals a powerful message: Europeans are anxious—but they’re also choosing Europe.
Nearly half of respondents see Donald Trump as a threat to Europe. A majority fear war with Russia. Most feel their own countries couldn’t defend themselves in a crisis. 1/2
Nearly half of respondents see Donald Trump as a threat to Europe. A majority fear war with Russia. Most feel their own countries couldn’t defend themselves in a crisis. 1/2
Orbán promised to reverse Hungary’s population decline without immigration — relying only on higher birth rates and family incentives.
A decade later, the outcome is clear: the population continues to shrink, young people are leaving, and government programmes to bring them back have failed.
A decade later, the outcome is clear: the population continues to shrink, young people are leaving, and government programmes to bring them back have failed.
December 3, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Orbán promised to reverse Hungary’s population decline without immigration — relying only on higher birth rates and family incentives.
A decade later, the outcome is clear: the population continues to shrink, young people are leaving, and government programmes to bring them back have failed.
A decade later, the outcome is clear: the population continues to shrink, young people are leaving, and government programmes to bring them back have failed.
Europe is turning the page on energy dependence.
With a landmark agreement, the EU will permanently end imports of Russian gas and phase out oil by 2027. This is not just about energy — it's about autonomy, resilience, and standing up to aggression. 1/2
With a landmark agreement, the EU will permanently end imports of Russian gas and phase out oil by 2027. This is not just about energy — it's about autonomy, resilience, and standing up to aggression. 1/2
December 3, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Europe is turning the page on energy dependence.
With a landmark agreement, the EU will permanently end imports of Russian gas and phase out oil by 2027. This is not just about energy — it's about autonomy, resilience, and standing up to aggression. 1/2
With a landmark agreement, the EU will permanently end imports of Russian gas and phase out oil by 2027. This is not just about energy — it's about autonomy, resilience, and standing up to aggression. 1/2
Today we celebrate Euskara, one of Europe’s oldest and most unique languages. But celebration is not enough. Languages like Euskara and Catalan must be not only respected — they must be recognised and officialised.
At EDP, we believe that linguistic diversity is a democratic right. 1/2
At EDP, we believe that linguistic diversity is a democratic right. 1/2
December 3, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Today we celebrate Euskara, one of Europe’s oldest and most unique languages. But celebration is not enough. Languages like Euskara and Catalan must be not only respected — they must be recognised and officialised.
At EDP, we believe that linguistic diversity is a democratic right. 1/2
At EDP, we believe that linguistic diversity is a democratic right. 1/2
The European Commission has announced new sanctions against Belarus — a clear response to the latest hybrid attacks targeting Lithuania’s airspace and civil infrastructure. 1/3
December 2, 2025 at 1:54 PM
The European Commission has announced new sanctions against Belarus — a clear response to the latest hybrid attacks targeting Lithuania’s airspace and civil infrastructure. 1/3
As European Democrats, we reaffirm that peace cannot be negotiated without justice, and justice cannot exist without accountability.
Today, as President Zelensky visits President Macron in Paris, Ukraine continues its diplomatic effort to find a path to peace.
Today, as President Zelensky visits President Macron in Paris, Ukraine continues its diplomatic effort to find a path to peace.
December 1, 2025 at 7:36 PM
As European Democrats, we reaffirm that peace cannot be negotiated without justice, and justice cannot exist without accountability.
Today, as President Zelensky visits President Macron in Paris, Ukraine continues its diplomatic effort to find a path to peace.
Today, as President Zelensky visits President Macron in Paris, Ukraine continues its diplomatic effort to find a path to peace.
In the local elections held yesterday in Sečanj, Mionica and Negotin, Vučić’s ruling party claimed victory—but at what cost? Violence broke out, independent observers were attacked, and the police stood by in silence. 1/2
December 1, 2025 at 4:58 PM
In the local elections held yesterday in Sečanj, Mionica and Negotin, Vučić’s ruling party claimed victory—but at what cost? Violence broke out, independent observers were attacked, and the police stood by in silence. 1/2
“The Arctic may seem far away—but it’s becoming a strategic hotspot.”
Our German MEP Engin Eroglu warns that Russia and China are ramping up military presence in the region, while melting ice opens new trade routes and access to critical raw materials. 1/2
Our German MEP Engin Eroglu warns that Russia and China are ramping up military presence in the region, while melting ice opens new trade routes and access to critical raw materials. 1/2
December 1, 2025 at 10:33 AM
“The Arctic may seem far away—but it’s becoming a strategic hotspot.”
Our German MEP Engin Eroglu warns that Russia and China are ramping up military presence in the region, while melting ice opens new trade routes and access to critical raw materials. 1/2
Our German MEP Engin Eroglu warns that Russia and China are ramping up military presence in the region, while melting ice opens new trade routes and access to critical raw materials. 1/2
1 December – World AIDS Day
David Kirby on his deathbed, Ohio, 1990. Photo: Therese Frare
This image changed the world.
David Kirby died of AIDS at 32, surrounded by his family, in a time when stigma was stronger than compassion. His story reminds us:
David Kirby on his deathbed, Ohio, 1990. Photo: Therese Frare
This image changed the world.
David Kirby died of AIDS at 32, surrounded by his family, in a time when stigma was stronger than compassion. His story reminds us:
December 1, 2025 at 8:02 AM
1 December – World AIDS Day
David Kirby on his deathbed, Ohio, 1990. Photo: Therese Frare
This image changed the world.
David Kirby died of AIDS at 32, surrounded by his family, in a time when stigma was stronger than compassion. His story reminds us:
David Kirby on his deathbed, Ohio, 1990. Photo: Therese Frare
This image changed the world.
David Kirby died of AIDS at 32, surrounded by his family, in a time when stigma was stronger than compassion. His story reminds us:
Why is Vučić afraid of national elections? Because when he’s not sending thugs to beat up students, young people, citizens, MPs or journalists – as he did today in Mionica – he knows he can’t win.
His party is increasingly isolated, holding on to power through violence, fear and voter manipulation.
His party is increasingly isolated, holding on to power through violence, fear and voter manipulation.
November 30, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Why is Vučić afraid of national elections? Because when he’s not sending thugs to beat up students, young people, citizens, MPs or journalists – as he did today in Mionica – he knows he can’t win.
His party is increasingly isolated, holding on to power through violence, fear and voter manipulation.
His party is increasingly isolated, holding on to power through violence, fear and voter manipulation.