PRESIDENCY CONCLUSIONSII. THE UNION'S ACTION FOLLOWING THE ATTACKS IN THE USA ON 11 SEPTEMBER
17. The European Union reaffirms its total solidarity with the American
people and the international community in combating terrorism with full
regard for individual rights and freedoms. The plan of action adopted on
21 September is being implemented in accordance with the timetable set.
The progress which has been achieved indicates that the objectives will
be met. Agreement on the European arrest warrant constitutes a decisive
step forward. The common definition of terrorist crimes, the drawing up
of lists of terrorists and terrorist organisations, groups and bodies,
the cooperation between specialist services and the provisions concerning
the freezing of assets which have been adopted following Resolution 1373
of the United Nations Security Council all constitute practical responses
in the campaign against terrorism. The European Council invites the Council
and the
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