The European Commission marked the 25th anniversary of the European Union's Civil Protection Mechanism in its daily news bulletin from Brussels. This instrument was created to coordinate the joint actions of European countries in response to natural disasters and emergencies. Over a quarter-century, member states have pooled resources, expertise, and personnel to provide assistance to affected regions both within the union and beyond its borders. The mechanism enables states to rapidly mobilize rescue teams, equipment, and material aid in the event of natural disasters such as floods, forest fires, earthquakes, as well as during technological accidents. Throughout its existence, the system has repeatedly proven its effectiveness, helping to save lives and minimize damage from various crises. The anniversary of the mechanism underscores the importance of international cooperation in civil protection and preparedness for emergencies. The European Commission uses this date as an opportunity to remind of the importance of solidarity among EU member states in the face of common challenges related to climate change and the increasing frequency of natural disasters in recent years. The initiative remains one of the key elements of European security policy and crisis response.