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MEPs warn of continued democratic backsliding in both countries and call for reforms and a stronger EU response. Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

On Wednesday, MEPs approved changes to EU policy on the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the EU. Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

On Wednesday, Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut, imprisoned in 2021 before being released in April 2026, addressed MEPs in a formal sitting. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Parliament has adopted new rules facilitating access to new plants that are climate and pest resistant, give higher yields and require fewer pesticides. Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Wednesday 17 June Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

The changes will introduce greater flexibility to chemicals rules while maintaining high levels of protection for human health and the environment. Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Speaking to MEPs on Tuesday, Montenegro’s President Jakov Milatović highlighted his country’s readiness to assume the responsibilities of an EU member state. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

On Tuesday, Parliament agreed to use the urgent procedure for measures to support farmers affected by rising fertiliser prices. Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

On Tuesday, MEPs gave their final approval to two pieces of legislation implementing EU tariff commitments under the August 2025 EU-US joint statement. Committee on International Trade Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

MEPs strongly condemn acts of “transnational repression” and demand the EU and member states adopt a zero-tolerance approach. Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

On Tuesday, MEPs voted to support mobilising €2 million in EU aid to help former workers at car glass manufacturer Soliver, following the company’s bankruptcy. Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

On Tuesday, Parliament approved new rules to strengthen the contractual position of farmers and help stabilise their incomes. Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

The simplification measures aim to support companies as they comply with the AI Act, while maintaining the law’s main provisions and risk-based approach. Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Tuesday 16 June Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

President Metsola opened the 15-19 June plenary session in Strasbourg by announcing several changes to plenary procedural rules. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP