EU - European Council - Press releases

1. Iran: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the situation in the country

   Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the situation in Iran.

2. Forward look: 12 – 25 January 2026

   Overview of the main subjects to be discussed at meetings of the Council of the EU over the next two weeks and upcoming media events.

3. Statement by the Eurogroup President on the nominations for the post of ECB Vice-President

   President of the Eurogroup, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, issued a statement on the nominations for the post of ECB Vice-President.

4. EU-Mercosur: Council greenlights signature of the comprehensive partnership and trade agreement

   The Council adopted the decisions authorising the signature of the EU-Mercosur Partnership and Interim Trade Agreements, advancing political cooperation, trade partnership and sustainable development between the EU and Mercosur.

5. Weekly schedule of President António Costa

   Weekly schedule of President António Costa, 12 January - 18 January 2026.