Europe stands with the people of Türkiye and Syria, said President Metsola, adding that the EU’s civil protection mechanism has been activated and help is being sent. “Our thoughts are with the families of those killed, trapped, injured and with all the rescuers fighting the clock night and day to save lives”, she added.

Referring to the extraordinary plenary session on 9 February when President Zelenskyy spoke in the European Parliament, President Metsola said his words reminded MEPs that the war in Ukraine is not just a battle for territory but also one in defence of shared values. The European Parliament continues to stand in full solidarity with Ukraine and its people, she concluded.

Changes to the agenda

The President has received a request for urgent procedure from the Environment (ENVI) committee, pursuant to Rule 163, on the following legislative file:

• Transitional provisions for certain medical devices and in vitro diagnostic medical devices.

The vote on this request will be taken on Tuesday. If adopted, the draft report will be put to the vote on Thursday.

Monday

A Commission statement on “Following up on measures requested by Parliament to strengthen the integrity of European institutions” is added as the fifth point in the afternoon. As a consequence, the sitting is extended until 23:00. The debate will be wound up with a resolution to be put to the vote on Thursday.

Tuesday

The debate on the Council and Commission statements on the “Establishment…