"The High Representative condemns in the strongest terms today’s attacks targeting personnel of the Israeli embassies in India and Georgia. She expresses her sincere sympathy with those who have been wounded. The High Representative condemns attacks on members of diplomatic missions as she condemns all acts of terrorism, which cannot be justified under any circumstances."(13.02.2012)

Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the Commission, made the following statement, one year on from the house arrest of Mir Hossein Moussavi and Mehdi Karroubi in Iran:(13.02.2012)

"On the eve of 14th February, High Representative Catherine Ashton calls upon all parties in Bahrain to exercise calm and restraint, especially during the planned demonstrations, which she trusts will take place in a peaceful manner. The High Representative also stresses that it is indispensable that all sides contribute constructively to the national reconciliation process, including by implementing the recommendations of the report issued by the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry. The EU reiterates its support to this process."(13.02.2012)

I am appalled by the reports of the brutal attacks by the Syrian armed forces in Homs. I condemn in the strongest terms these acts perpetrated by the Syrian regime against its own civilian population. (13.02.2012)

I welcome the adoption of the EU-Pakistan 5-year engagement plan by the Council. This plan aims to build a strong relationship by forging a partnership for peace and development rooted in shared values, principles and commitments and will contribute to fostering peace and stability in the region. (09.02.2012)

We deeply regret that due to the renewed veto of the Russian Federation and China the Security Council was unable to support the call of the League of Arab States for an inclusive, Syrian-led political process conducted in an environment free from violence. (06.02.2012)

I have conveyed to the Egyptian authorities my deepest condolences to the people of Egypt for the tragic loss of so many lives yesterday at a football match in Port Said. (03.02.2012)

'The High Representative condemns the brutal assassination of Hassan Osman Abdi, senior journalist and Head of the Shabelle Media Network. on 28 January in Mogadishu. This follows a string of assassinations of journalists in Somalia under similar conditions. (03.02.2012)