The European Parliament
Prohibition of access to European Chamber facilities for Iranian representatives and diplomats
There has been violent repression in Iran over the past two weeks against people protesting, and according to the NGO Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO), at least 648 people have died.
Two journalists from Belarus and Georgia, both in prison, have won the Sakharov Prize
Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut and Georgian journalist Mzia Amaglobel have been recognized by the European Parliament for their contribution to "freedom and democracy" with this annual award.
The driver's license can be issued from the age of 17
However, they will have to go with an experienced adult until they are of age. Europe has today adopted the new regulation on driving licences, and one of the main changes is that of age. The Member States will now have up to three years to adapt to their legislation.
The European Parliament agrees to cut agreements with Israel, but does not regard the situation in Gaza as genocide
The plenary meeting at the Strasbourg headquarters condemns the 'humanitarian disaster' in Gaza and the 'brutal crimes' of the Hamas group, advocates sanctions on settlers using violence and Hamas and calls for an 'immediate ceasefire'.
Ibone Bengoetxea: "Europe cannot be built by denying its plurality"
The Vice-President and Councillor for Culture and Linguistic Policy, Ibone Bengoetxea, has stressed that the Basque language is a living language, of Basque citizens and part of the European heritage, and has recalled that Europe cannot be built by denying its plurality, and has reiterated the Government's determination to continue working in all areas in order to achieve the official status of the Basque language in Europe, and has thanked all the institutions involved.