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Preview of the plenary session of 21-22 May 2025, Brussels

 Gaza Strip: MPs assess risks of further military escalation

On Wednesday, Parliament will debate the EU's response to Israel's plan to occupy the Gaza Strip, the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the release of hostages.

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 Debate on ending dependence on Russian energy

On Wednesday, MEPs will debate with the Commission and the Council the phasing out of Russian energy supplies, Nord Stream and the EU's energy sovereignty.

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 Carbon tax: vote on simplification of EU rules

In a vote scheduled for Thursday, MEPs will decide whether to support the Commission’s proposed changes to the carbon border adjustment mechanism.

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 New duties for products from Russia and Belarus

On Thursday, MEPs will vote on a gradual increase in EU duties on fertilisers and some agricultural products imported from Russia and Belarus.

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 Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar to address plenary

On Wednesday afternoon, the President of Slovenia, Nataša Pirc Musar, will present her vision of the European Union in a formal sitting, immediately after the opening of the session.

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 Commission presents new strategy for the single market

On Wednesday, the Commission will present its new Single Market Strategy, following its adoption by the College of Commissioners later that day.

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 Parliament assesses pilot project "Choosing Europe for Science"

On Thursday, MEPs will debate the initiative aimed at attracting highly qualified scientists, researchers, academics and professionals to Europe.

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