Biden missing Peace Summit in Switzerland would be “applauded” by Putin, says Zelenskyy
The Ukrainian leader also highlighted that Kyiv is expecting an official response regarding participation in the summit from China.
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EU imposes sanctions on Russian propaganda arm Voice of Europe, and figures behind it – Medvedchuk and Marchevskyi
The EU has imposed sanctions on Voice of Europe, a Russian propaganda tool, and two actors behind it, Putin's crony Viktor Medvedchuk and Artem Marchevskyi.
NYT: Russia conducts sabotage operations across Europe to undermine support for Ukraine
Russian military intelligence, the G.R.U., is behind arson attacks in Europe aimed at undermining support for Ukraine’s war effort, security officials say.
Kremlin intensifies sabotage and propaganda in the West ahead of EU elections
As Europeans prepare to head to the polls for the EU elections, security officials warn that the Kremlin is intensifying its efforts to destabilize the continent through a multi-pronged campaign of sabotage, propaganda, and political interference.
Financial Times: Orbán holds up Ukraine arms funding from frozen Russian assets
Hungary objects to proposal to fast-track up to €2bn worth of weapons for Kyiv, after months of debate on the issue within the European Union.
Europeans largely support humanitarian and financial aid to Ukraine, survey shows
A survey reveals that six in ten Europeans support the EU sending military equipment to Ukraine.
Norway further tightens its restrictions on entry of Russian citizens due to Kremlin’s war against Ukraine
The new rules come after a previous tightening of visa rules for Russians in 2022.
US Ambassador Brink says Ukraine’s reforms positively impact economy amid Russia’s war
The US praised Ukraine's economic reforms, specifically the new law on corporate governance, said the US ambassador in Kyiv.
Estonia allocates over € 650,000 for humanitarian aid to Ukraine amid new Russia’s offensive
Estonia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is directing funds supporting education for children in frontline regions and mental health services.
Politico: Brussels push to start Ukraine’s EU membership talks in June
EU diplomats are planning to start formal negotiations on Ukraine's membership by 25 June.
The Moscow Times: Russia unilaterally decides to redraw maritime borders with Lithuania and Finland in the Baltic Sea
Russian authorities have decided unilaterally to change the country's maritime borders with Lithuania and Finland in the Baltic Sea, declaring new internal waters and adjusting geographical coordinates, according to a draft government decree published on the legal acts portal.
Baerbock reaffirms Germany’s support for Zelenskyy as president of Ukraine
On the morning of May 21, Baerbock arrived in Kyiv for her seventh visit to Ukraine in two years.
Minister: EU foreign ministers approve frozen Russian assets proceeds use to help Ukraine
The Czech FM announced that EU foreign ministers approved using proceeds from frozen Russian Central Bank assets to support Ukraine, with 90% allocated to military aid. Proceeds could reach $3.25 billion this year.
Europe finds its courage to stand up to Russia
From debates of troop deployment to speeches about the pre-war era, there is a growing sense in the EU that the time for appeasing Putin has passed
FT: EU to freeze Georgia’s accession bid if it enacts Russian-style “foreign agents” bill
EU officials warn that Georgia's accession efforts could be halted if it adopts a "foreign agents" law similar to Russia's, despite ongoing protests and the potential for reversing the decision, FT's EU sources say.
Kyiv seeks support from 40 global universities ahead of peace talks
This way, Ukraine seeks to receive more support before of the upcoming Global Peace Summit, as tensions escalate with Russia.
FT: Moldova to sign security pact with EU next week
Moldova, amidst Russian warnings, will sign a security pact with the EU to enhance military exercises, intelligence sharing, and weapons procurement, FT says.
ISW: Putin prepares for protracted war in Ukraine and possibly for future confrontation with NATO
Experts suggest that the Kremlin expects newly-appointed Defense Minister Andrei Belousov to enhance the country's defense industry to bolster weapon production for the war against Ukraine.
Media: Nauseda leads Lithuanian presidential race, pledges stronger support for Ukraine
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda secures 44% of votes, heads to runoff election amidst security tensions.
UK Intel: Gazprom sees biggest annual loss in 25 years due to war in Ukraine
Gazprom's failure to replace its lost European gas market will constrain profits until at least 2030, British intelligence assesses