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EU to “impose tariffs” on Russian grain imports
The EU plans to levy tariffs on grain imports from Russia and Belarus to placate farmers and member states, FT reports citing its sources.
Finland enacts Russian car ban amid border crisis and war in Ukraine
On 16 March, Finland banned cars registered in Russia within its territory amid a migrant crisis orchestrated by…
Politico: Finnish foreign minister claims Western countries shouldn’t rule out sending troops to Ukraine
Western countries, including the US, shouldn’t be entirely opposed to the idea of sending troops to Ukraine if…
Switzerland is main hub for Russian spies, says Swiss intelligence service
The Swiss Federal Intelligence Service (FIS) says Switzerland is the main coordinating center for Russian intelligence operations, as…
Czech, Polish FMs: Defeat Russia in Ukraine or face emboldened threat at NATO’s door
We are moving in the right direction but too slow and too late, say two top diplomats, urging three essential steps to help Ukraine
Media: Investigation launched into Latvian MEP’s ties with Russia’s FSB
The Latvian State Security Service has launched a criminal investigation into allegations that Tatjana Ždanoka, a Latvian politician…
EU approves € 5 bln military fund for Ukraine
After weeks of disagreement, the EU has agreed to a €5 billion boost to the fund for Ukraine's military aid.
Bloomberg: EU leaders to call for new sanctions on Belarus, North Korea, Iran
EU leaders will next week call for new sanctions targeting Belarus, North Korea, and Iran over their alleged role in helping Russia conduct its war against Ukraine.
EU unveils sweeping strategy to get “defense ready” amid Russia-Ukraine war
EU will ramp up arms production, boost cooperation, and strengthen its defense industrial might in the face of rising geopolitical threats.
US to launch reconstruction partnership for Ukraine in June 2024
On 6 March, the US Department of State and the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF)…
Ukraine to receive € 6 billion from EU’s € 50 billion aid package in March, April
On February 28, the EU Council approved a multi-year €50 billion Ukraine Facility aid package.
ISW warns of escalating Russian hybrid operations in Moldova ahead of EU accession talks
The operations may target EU accession talks and the 2024 presidential election, according to a new report.
Greek PM urges Europe to unite for support to Ukraine amid Odesa missile attack
Kyriakos Mitsotakis said that all European states should unite and provide stable assistance to Ukraine during a visit to Odesa.
Polish farmers stage massive protest in Warsaw over EU Green Deal, Ukrainian imports
In front of the Polish PM's Office, farmers burn tires & a coffin symbolizing the potential "death" of their agriculture sector amid EU policies and "Ukrainian competition."
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 739: Leaked document reveals Putin’s punishing terms for peace
A leaked draft agreement reveals the punishing concessions Russian President Vladimir Putin demanded from Ukraine last April to halt his invasion
Ambassador: EU “very impatient” over delayed $60 billion US aid to Ukraine
As $60 billion in Ukraine aid stalls in Congress, the EU's ambassador to the US urges approval, saying Ukrainian people are fighting for Western values and Putin must not outlast support.
Russia’s propaganda war: How Putin bought Germany
A new report exposes over 130 Russian influence agents active in Germany, even after the Ukraine invasion. Despite Berlin's support for Kyiv, the Kremlin exploits long standing economic ties to manipulate German politics and public opinion.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 735: EU approves multi-billion euro financial aid for Ukraine, Ukrainians liberate town in rapid counterattack
The Council of the European Union has finalized a four-year financial assistance plan for Ukraine worth 50 billion euros.
How to unblock the Ukrainian-Polish border crossing for good
Resolving the impasse at the Polish-Ukrainian border will require compromises addressing the grievances of Polish protesters while ensuring Ukraine's continued trade access to Europe.
Closing loopholes: the key to crippling Russia’s oil and gas profits
Tighter enforcement and expansion of sanctions on Russian fossil fuels could cause the Kremlin's profits to plummet up to 50% by 2030, according to the IEA.