Council of the European Union
The European Commission noted Ukraine’s progress and called for the opening of the final two clusters by the end of 2026. To conclude the negotiations in 2028, reforms need to be accelerated.
The European Commission proposes providing Ukraine with the remaining €45 billion of the loan for 2027. €31.7 billion will be allocated to defense, and €13.3 billion to the budget.
The Council of the EU approved €4. 7 billion in compensation to states for military support to Ukraine. A further €230 million will be allocated to the EUMAM mission.
EU leaders have resumed discussions on using Russian assets to support Ukraine. Belgium stated that its position remains unchanged.
EU leaders failed to reach an agreement on the long-term budget at the summit in Brussels. The countries are arguing over cutting spending and increasing the budget.
The European Commission is aware of reports regarding Starlink restrictions for Ukraine. The EU is discussing Ukraine’s full association with the Govsatcom programme.
Renew Europe called on the EU to provide Ukraine with access to GOVSATCOM and purchase satellite services from European operators. This came after restrictions on Starlink.
The EU imposed sanctions on 1,569 individuals and companies, more than half of them linked to the production of ballistic missiles. Separately, restrictions were imposed on 77 individuals for the “elections” in the TOTs.
Andrii Sybiha said that the EU could open clusters 2 and 3 on Ukraine’s accession on October 13 following the adoption of the law on the rights of national minorities.
The Council of the EU has extended the sanctions regime against chemical weapons until October 30, 2031. The restrictions cover 31 individuals and 6 organizations.
The EU's foreign policy chief is confident that elections in Ukraine will take place after pressure is put on Russia to end the war. Zelenskyy is ready to hold them as soon as possible.
Ireland proposes reducing the EU budget for 2028–2034 by €159 billion. Spending on competitiveness and aid will be cut the most.
The Council of the EU extended sanctions against 80 individuals and 20 organizations until October 9, 2027. The restrictions provide for asset freezes and a travel ban.
Hungary informed the European Commission that it is maintaining broader protection for some Ukrainians liable for military service. The rules will remain in effect until March 4, 2028.
Germany and five other EU countries are demanding a substantial cut to the 2028–2034 budget. They also want to change spending priorities.
The Council of the EU has added 10 individuals and 17 organizations to its sanctions list for the deportation and assimilation of Ukrainian children. Their assets will be frozen and they will be banned from entering.
Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko calls the EU’s disbursement of nearly €3 billion to Ukraine evidence of progress in implementing reforms. The funds were allocated under the Ukraine Facility.
The European Commission has proposed unfreezing €4. 2 billion for Hungary following reforms. The decision must be approved by the Council of the EU.
The European Commission has not yet received a letter from four countries regarding Russia's frozen assets. The issue of a reparations loan remains on the agenda.
The European Commission promises to publish detailed recommendations on temporary protection for Ukrainians in the EU in the coming weeks. The rules do not distinguish between men and women.
The Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council stated that information about the mandatory presentation of «Rezerv+» by 18-year-old Ukrainian women seeking temporary protection in the EU is manipulative. The rule applies only to applicants with a current military obligation after July 31, 2026.
Ukrainian men aged 23 to 60 who arrive in Germany after July 31, 2026, will no longer receive temporary protection. The only exception is for those who have fulfilled their military service obligation or have legal grounds to leave.
Starting August 5, the EU changes conditions for temporary protection for Ukrainians: men of conscription age must confirm fulfillment of military duty through the "Reserve+" app. The decision does not apply to those who already hold valid status in Czechia.
The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has spread a statement about the lack of prospects for Ukraine's EU accession, which was picked up by over 750 outlets. This is already the second wave this summer, aimed at discrediting the negotiation process.
Ireland convenes EU Council meeting on August 4 due to situation in the enclave of Ceuta. Prime Minister Martin announced the meeting chaired by the Minister of Justice.
46 Ukrainian prisoners of war who survived the explosion in Olenivka continue to be held in russia without proper medical care. Relatives have called on the authorities to take decisive action, reporting torture and fabricated sentences.
Tatyana Navka, wife of Dmitry Peskov, challenges EU sanctions in court. She demands over 2 million euros in compensation.
President Zelenskyy met with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in Kyiv. The leaders honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders.
Micheál Martin is in Kyiv today for talks with the President of Ukraine and the new Prime Minister. They discuss the war, EU support, and Ukraine's accession to the bloc.
In Brussels, the 21st EU sanctions package was approved, which blocks Russia's revenue streams and its shadow fleet. Greece lifted its blockade after concessions regarding the transportation of Russian LNG.