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A forgotten WWI soldier was finally laid to rest with full honours in Ypres.
As Steve Maertens of the #WHI said: “Even when his name is lost to history, his dignity has been restored.”

A powerful reminder of respect owed to all who served.
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A Forgotten Soldier Finally Laid to Rest — A Lesson in Respect - EUROMIL
On 10 November 2025, one day before Armistice Day, Belgium paid tribute to an unknown soldier who fell during the First World War. The young man’s remains, discovered in September 2024 along the banks...
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November 11, 2025 at 5:39 PM
The @eucourtofjustice.bsky.social confirms: Europe can act for fair wages, collective bargaining, and the right of association..
This matters for all workers, including those in uniform.
Fair pay and dialogue are key to dignity and readiness.
#ETUC #WorkersInUniform #SocialEurope
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November 11, 2025 at 11:43 AM
25 years on from UNSCR 1325: EUROMIL's President Emmanuel Jacob joined Friends of Europe's #FrontlineVoices debate to discuss women's position in peace and security.
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#WomenPeaceSecurity #UNSCR1325
25 Years of Women, Peace and Security: Between Commitment and Implementation - EUROMIL
On 4 November 2025, Friends of Europe held a conference, titled Frontline voices: 25 years of women, peace and security. The conference centred around the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda as it ...
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November 7, 2025 at 8:51 AM
News from our members: With five seats in the Civil Guard Council, @augc.org becomes the largest representative organization within the Corps, the voice of those who defend public safety every day!
More here: euromil.org/augc-is-once...
AUGC is once again the largest association on the Civil Guard Council - EUROMIL
AUGC obtains five seats and regains its lead as the largest representative organisation of civil guards in the elections to the Civil Guard Council.   Unified Association of Civil Guards (AUGC) has on...
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October 31, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Peace built without women isn’t real peace!
EUROMIL's President @emmanueljacob.bsky.social will join
#friendsofeurope’s #FrontlineVoices debate to discuss how women on the frontlines are driving peace & security in
Europe and beyond.
📍 Join us on 4 November: www.friendsofeurope.org/events/front...
Frontline voices: 25 years of women, peace and security - Friends of Europe
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October 30, 2025 at 2:35 PM
📰The newest edition of our #newsletter is out. Get up to speed on recent developments & expert insights.
What’s inside:
✅ EUROMIL's recent General Assembly
✅ Special focus on WPS, Democracy & Security
✅ News & Updates by our members
Find out more here: euromil.org/wp-content/u...
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October 21, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Our GA took place 16–17 October in Paris 🇫🇷. Engaging panels featured distinguished speakers on topics as the right of association, the role of reserve forces, Europe's defence, resilience & energy security. Discussions also focused on issues affecting #militarypersonnel. euromil.org/euromil-hold...
EUROMIL held its 132nd General Assembly Meeting 16-17 October, in Paris (France) - EUROMIL
On 16-17 October, EUROMIL held its General Assembly in Paris (France). EUROMIL’s President, Emmanuel Jacob opened the conference by welcoming the members and the participants, underscoring the progres...
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October 20, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Ten years after the creation of French APNMs, EUROMIL believes the legislation must now be improved and aligned with Art 5 and 6 of the European Social Charter. EUROMIL will submit a Collective Complaint v. France to the European Committee of Social Rights. @coe.int #SocialRights #ECSR #France
October 16, 2025 at 8:34 PM
On World Mental Health Day, EUROMIL stresses that the mental health of military personnel, should stand out as a pressing concern as they play a vital role in ensuring safety and security, often facing challenging and demanding situations that can have profound effects on their well-being.
October 10, 2025 at 7:40 AM
From 7 to 9 October 2025, the President of EUROMIL attended in Johannesburg, South Africa, for the 17th International Conference of Ombuds Institutions for the Armed Forces (ICOAF). Read more about the event here: euromil.org/euromil-at-t...
EUROMIL at the 17th ICOAF: Building Bridges and Promoting Inclusion - EUROMIL
From 7 to 9 October 2025, representatives from more than 35 countries gathered in Johannesburg, South Africa, for the 17th International Conference of Ombuds Institutions for the Armed Forces (ICOAF)....
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October 10, 2025 at 7:21 AM
At #17ICOAF in Johannesburg, EUROMIL President @emmanueljacob.bsky.social joined Session 4: “Reaching Intended Audiences” with SAMO & Ukraine reps.

🔹 Trust builds bridges
🔹 Outreach must be tailored

“Together, we truly serve them.”

#DCAF #MilitaryOmbuds
October 9, 2025 at 2:54 PM
In his new article, EUROMIL President @emmanueljacob.bsky.social reflects on how democracy in Europe is coming under increasing pressure, from external threats to internal divisions.
Read more 👇
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Democracy Under Pressure: Challenges for Europe - EUROMIL
The international environment is today marked by instability and growing threats to democracy. Authoritarian regimes are becoming stronger and are increasingly willing to challenge international law a...
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October 5, 2025 at 8:26 AM
EUROMIL published an article by our Danish member association #CS about their new psychological care scheme. It ensures that all personnel, trainees, conscripts, and reservists can access professional support for work-related stress.
👉 Read more: euromil.org/new-psychological-scheme
New Psychological Scheme - EUROMIL
In this article, titled “New Psychological Scheme”, our Danish member association CS presents the launch of a new support programme for personnel in the defence sector. The initiative gives employees,...
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September 27, 2025 at 11:40 AM
EUROMIL joins the call for peace, security, and international cooperation towards a world free of nuclear threats. Eliminating nuclear weapons is not only a matter of global security, but also of humanity’s future.
September 26, 2025 at 8:54 AM
The discussion examined the impact of AI in military operations, the right to private life during armed conflicts, and legal mechanisms to protect privacy, emphasizing the need to safeguard fundamental rights in a changing military context.
EUROMIL's President, @emmanueljacob.bsky.social moderated a panel discussion on the Right to #Privacy in #MilitaryOperations during the 8th "Silent leges inter arma?" conference, by ISMLLW.
September 18, 2025 at 3:22 PM
EUROMIL's President, @emmanueljacob.bsky.social moderated a panel discussion on the Right to #Privacy in #MilitaryOperations during the 8th "Silent leges inter arma?" conference, by ISMLLW.
September 18, 2025 at 3:22 PM
EUROMIL has submitted Complaint No. 252/2025 against #Italy under the Revised European Social Charter.
We allege violations of Articles 5 & 6: banning military associations from trade union activity, collective bargaining, consultations, dispute-settlement mechanisms & the right to strike.
September 13, 2025 at 5:09 PM
EUROMIL's President @emmanueljacob.bsky.social visited Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian partners and deepen cooperation on issues as soldiers’ rights, veteran affairs, trade union freedoms, and armed forces' democratic oversight.

Read more: euromil.org/euromil-stre...
EUROMIL Strengthens Partnerships During Visit to Ukraine - EUROMIL
From 8 to 10 September 2025, EUROMIL President Emmanuel Jacob visited Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian partners, institutions, and civil society representatives. The visit built on EUROMIL’s ongoing engage...
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September 11, 2025 at 1:24 PM
🕯️ On #EnforcedDisappearances Day, EUROMIL stands with victims & families still seeking truth.
Armed forces and all security institutions must uphold human dignity, accountability & transparency.
Memory. Truth. Justice.

#HumanRights #UnitedNations
August 30, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Russia’s strikes in Kyiv even damaged the EU Delegation.
These attacks show contempt for peace & law.

EUROMIL stands with EU staff & with all Ukrainians facing this aggression. @ec.europa.eu

#StandWithUkraine #SlavaUkraini
The EU Delegation in Kyiv was damaged by today’s Russian strikes on civilian areas.

I strongly condemn these brutal attacks, a clear sign that Russia rejects peace & chooses terror.

Our full solidarity goes to EU staff, their families, & all Ukrainians enduring this aggression.
August 28, 2025 at 7:24 AM
➡️ Germany adopts a draft law on voluntary military service. EUROMIL’s member association #DBwV warns this is a “reckless bet on the future” and calls for a broader societal debate on resilience. @dbwv.bsky.social

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Germany: New Draft Law on Military Service Criticised by DBwV - EUROMIL
On 27 August 2025, the German Federal Cabinet adopted the draft Wehrdienst-Modernisierungsgesetz (Modernization of Military Service Act). The initiative is presented by the German government as a key ...
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August 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
24 August – Ukraine’s Independence Day. EUROMIL stands with Ukraine, honouring courage, resilience and the fight for freedom. Glory to Ukraine! 🇺🇦 #SlavaUkraini
August 24, 2025 at 7:52 AM
EUROMIL supports #AUGC 's report to the #UN on the structural failure to protect a female Civil Guard from sexual violence — calling for justice, reform, and institutional accountability.
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AUGC Raises Sexual Violence Case of Civil Guard to UN - EUROMIL
AUGC reports to the UN the lack of protection and violation of rights of a female civil guard who was a victim of sexual violence within the institution AUGC reports to the United Nations the inaction...
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August 21, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Wildfires, floods, climate-related disasters may require military support, EUROMIL stresses that the #ArmedForces should support, not replace, civilian services. Protecting operational readiness means ensuring staying focused on national defence.
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Climate, Crisis and Defence – Keeping the Military’s Mission Clear - EUROMIL
NATO’s crisis management procedures are clear: military forces may support civilian authorities in exceptional situations, but only as a last resort when other resources are exhausted. This principle ...
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August 14, 2025 at 7:40 AM