Ukraine expects EU accession talks breakthrough in December as Hungary faces growing pressure
Kyiv’s Deputy PM Taras Kachka says “creative solutions” could finally open accession talks this year, despite Viktor Orbán’s ongoing veto threats.
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EU readies proposals to tap €175 billion in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s defense
European Council demands Commission proposals to tap €175 billion in matured Russian assets as profits-only mechanism falls short of Ukraine's defense needs.
EU sanctions 25 individuals and 7 entities linked to Lukashenka regime in Belarus
Those targeted are responsible for electoral manipulation, human rights violations, internal repression, and providing military assistance to Russia in its offensive against Ukraine.
EU bypasses Orbán’s veto to reaffirm support for Ukraine’s sovereignty
Hungary's veto power remains a significant obstacle for future EU decisions on Ukraine, requiring unanimous agreement in upcoming showdowns.
Poland’s Tusk warns Russia will be ready for larger war in 3-4 years
The Polish Prime Minister urges European nations to increase defense spending to match Poland's nearly 5% GDP commitment.
Scholz, Trump agree to seek peace in Ukraine in phone call
The German Chancellor and US President-elect agreed to pursue fair peace while European leaders prepare for potentially reduced US support.
Russian assets to stay frozen until Ukraine gets compensation, EU says
The European Council also pledges military and financial support for Ukraine, including 16.2 billion euros in 2024 payments and equipment delivery commitments.
EU’s Kallas warns against rushing Ukraine-Russia negotiations amid Trump’s push for talks
Today's European Council meeting in Brussels, attended by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, centered on bolstering support for Ukraine.
Georgia’s EU path “de facto halted” as European Council calls for democratic reforms
The Council emphasized the importance of free and fair parliamentary elections with unhindered access for observers.
EU Council nominates Ursula von der Leyen as Commission president for second term
Despite securing the nomination from EU leaders, Ursula von der Leyen must garner support from a majority of the 720 European Parliament's members in a vote expected next month, with Prime minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni abstaining on her appointment during European Council summit on 27 June.
Zelenskyy tells EU Russia has almost entirely destroyed Ukraine’s thermal power capacity, asks for air defense help
President Zelenskyy warned EU leaders that Russia could target nuclear facilities after nearly destroying Ukraine's thermal power generation, calling for urgent Western support with air defenses.
EU Council finalizes €50 billion financial assistance plan for Ukraine
The Council of the European Union has given the green light to a four-year financial assistance plan for Ukraine.
Ukraine to become EU member in several years, says European Council VP Jourová
The European Union continues supporting Ukraine according to EC VP Jourová, who says it won't compel territorial giveaways to obtain a ceasefire pact with Russia.