In a crucial plenary session on January 20, 2026, the European Parliament discussed several key global and internal EU issues, ranging from U.S. territorial claims to a significant financial aid package for Ukraine. The session opened with a debate over U.S. President Trump’s controversial claims on Greenland, which European governments have unanimously rejected. MEPs, alongside foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, emphasized that any decisions regarding Greenland should solely involve Denmark and Greenland, underscoring the potential threats such claims pose to NATO and transatlantic relations. Additionally, the Cyprus Council Presidency, led by President Nikos Christodoulides, outlined Cyprus’s priorities for its six-month term at the helm of the Council. Discussions also covered proposed EU responses to the ongoing brutal repression in Iran and the political future of Venezuela following the extraction of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces. On the economic front, a pivotal vote was scheduled to decide on fast-tracking a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, aimed at bolstering its defense against ongoing conflicts. This financial aid, supported by 24 EU member states, highlights the EU’s continued commitment to supporting global stability and security. These discussions reflect the EU Parliament’s active role in addressing pressing global issues, asserting its stance on international sovereignty, and supporting member and non-member states amid geopolitical and economic challenges. Post navigation EU Parliament’s Action-Packed Week Boosting EU Innovation