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European Commission recommends starting EU accession talks with Bosnia and Herzegovina

The European Commission has recommended starting EU accession talks with Bosnia and Herzegovina, citing the country's progress in reforms, improving the judiciary, fighting corruption, and alignment with the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy.

Politics • March 12, 04:11 PM • 40332 views

The EU has prepared a negotiation framework for Ukraine's accession: what is it about and what's next

The European Commission has submitted to the EU Council proposals for a draft negotiation framework for the accession of Ukraine and Moldova to the EU, which sets out the guidelines and principles for accession negotiations with the two candidate countries.

Politics • March 12, 04:04 PM • 123827 views

Vice-President of the European Commission: proposal on frozen Russian assets will be forthcoming soon enough

According to European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis, the European Commission is expected to soon propose how to use the proceeds of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. The proposals are likely to appear before the March EU summit, according to a senior EU official.

War • March 11, 03:41 PM • 80494 views

EU agrees to strengthen cyber defense

The European Union has agreed on changes to cybersecurity laws to strengthen protection against hacker attacks and to create a cybersecurity alert system and emergency response mechanism across the EU.

News of the World • March 6, 11:54 AM • 24160 views

Estonia, France and Poland call on the European Commission to increase funding for the defense industry

Estonia, France and Poland are calling on the European Commission to increase funding for the defense industry to speed up joint procurement and production of military equipment across Europe.

News of the World • March 5, 05:47 PM • 25774 views

The EU agreed to continue the policy of reducing gas consumption

The EU Council has reached a political agreement to recommend further coordinated reductions in gas demand among member states to prepare for potential supply disruptions in the winter.

Politics • March 4, 06:27 PM • 25619 views

The European Commission confirms plans to present a framework for negotiations on Ukraine's membership in March

In March, the European Commission will present to the EU Council a framework for negotiations on Ukraine's EU membership.

Politics • March 4, 03:56 PM • 28073 views

Turkey's exports to Russia fell by a third in February due to sanctions

Turkish exports to Russia dropped by 33% in February 2024 amid sanctions imposed by the US and EU on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

Economy • March 3, 03:50 AM • 39657 views

Biden wants G7 countries to prepare a plan for the use of confiscated Russian assets by the next summit - media

The White House wants the G7 countries to prepare proposals to confiscate Russian assets to help fund Ukraine's budget and reconstruction needs before the next G7 summit in June.

War • February 29, 06:50 PM • 31100 views

EU finally approves EUR 50 billion support program for Ukraine

The EU Council approves a four-year, €50 billion aid plan called the Ukraine Facility to support Ukraine's economic recovery.

Economy • February 28, 06:34 PM • 30201 views

Due to health problems: Borrell temporarily refuses to make public appearances

EU High Representative Josep Borrell is forced to miss a debate in the European Parliament because his doctors advised him to avoid public events for a short time due to minor health problems.

News of the World • February 28, 01:55 PM • 21356 views

EU extends sanctions against Belarus over repressions and support for war in Russia

The EU Council has decided to extend sanctions against Belarus for another year until February 2025 due to ongoing repression in the country and continued support for Russia's war against Ukraine.

Politics • February 26, 01:40 PM • 22705 views

"It is possible to import from Ukraine": Latvia in the EU calls for sanctions on Russian grain

Latvia has banned imports of Russian grain at the legislative level and called for similar sanctions from the EU, as Ukrainian grain could replace Russian imports.

Economy • February 26, 01:37 PM • 24954 views

Stefanchuk and Belgian Prime Minister discuss defense issues and further support for Ukraine

Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk and Belgian Prime Minister Alexander de Kroo discussed the continuation of military and financial support for Ukraine.

Politics • February 24, 07:15 PM • 33056 views

Hungary blocks EU joint statement on the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine - media

Hungary blocks a joint EU statement on the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

War • February 23, 01:20 PM • 24672 views

EU ambassadors approve extension of preferential trade for Ukraine

EU ambassadors approve the extension of preferential trade terms for Ukraine for another year without changes.

Economy • February 21, 09:47 PM • 124232 views

EU to impose sanctions on those involved in deportation of Ukrainian children - The Guardian

The European Union will impose sanctions against russians and belarusians involved in the deportation of Ukrainian children to the occupied territories, according to the draft 13th package of sanctions against russia.

War • February 21, 02:17 PM • 25764 views

International law experts approve confiscation of russian assets in favor of Ukraine - Bloomberg

Legal experts have approved the seizure of $300 billion worth of frozen assets from the russian central bank to compensate Ukraine for losses from the russian invasion, as allowed by international law.

War • February 21, 12:37 PM • 31900 views

Borrell: Almost 200 legal entities and individuals are included in the 13th package of sanctions against russia

The EU has agreed on its 13th package of sanctions against russia against about 200 individuals and entities, targeting organizations that help Russia circumvent trade sanctions.

War • February 21, 10:54 AM • 26076 views

EU reaches agreement on the world's first carbon certification scheme

The EU agrees to create the first registry to certify and trade carbon sequestration units from organic agriculture and industry to help achieve its goal of net zero emissions by 2050.

News of the World • February 21, 04:46 AM • 25426 views

EU extends sanctions against Russia for another year

The EU has extended sanctions against Russia for another year, until February 24, 2025, in response to Russia's ongoing illegal occupation of certain areas of Ukraine.

War • February 20, 06:59 AM • 34479 views

The EU Council has opened the way for the use of profits from frozen assets of the Russian Federation in favor of Ukraine - the Ministry of Justice

The EU Council adopts a decision allowing the proceeds from the frozen assets of the Russian central bank to be used to compensate Ukraine for its losses from the war.

War • February 13, 10:40 AM • 30814 views

"The aggressor must pay": Kuleba welcomes EU decision to use profits from frozen russian assets for Ukraine

Ukraine's Foreign Minister thanked international partners for paving the way for the use of funds from frozen russian assets to help Ukraine.

War • February 12, 06:06 PM • 30834 views

Tusk meets with Macron: Says the positions of the parties are very similar, especially in the context of Russian aggression in Ukraine

Following the meeting with Macron, Tusk said that the positions of the parties are very similar, especially in the context of Russia's aggression in Ukraine.

War • February 12, 01:59 PM • 25992 views

The European Commission expects to present a framework for negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU in the coming weeks

The European Commission expects a framework for negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU to be presented in the coming weeks.

Politics • February 9, 02:22 PM • 24737 views

The EU plans to expand the list of sanctions and approve a new package against Russia on the anniversary of the full-scale war

The EU is preparing to expand its sanctions list and approve a new package of restrictions against Russia on February 24, the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

War • February 8, 07:45 PM • 35345 views

European Parliament approves decision to revoke driving licenses for serious violations throughout the EU

The European Parliament supports the adoption of a directive that would make speeding and drunk driving punishable in all EU member states.

News of the World • February 7, 12:00 AM • 24332 views

European Council President Michel calls on the US to urgently approve $60 billion in aid to Ukraine

The President of the European Council called on the U. S. House of Representatives to urgently approve $60 billion in aid for Ukraine's financial stability and emphasized that assistance to Ukraine supports European security.

Politics • February 6, 02:10 PM • 22033 views

EU prepares 13th package of sanctions against Russia by February 24 - Belgian Foreign Minister

The EU is preparing the 13th package of sanctions against Russia by February 24, the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

War • February 6, 12:59 PM • 101894 views

A historic decision: European Parliament and Council approve the establishment of a EUR 50 billion Ukraine Fund

The European Parliament and the Council of the EU have agreed to establish a €50 billion Ukraine Fund over the next four years to support Ukraine's recovery, reconstruction and modernization efforts.

Economy • February 6, 04:27 AM • 30414 views

russia, preliminarily, struck Kyiv with a North Korean ballistic missile, intelligence services are checking the details - Zelensky

The Ministry of Economy responded to whether changes are planned regarding the rules for booking employees

"Volodymyr, STOP!" Trump stated that he is not satisfied with Russian strikes on Kyiv

European diplomats react to massive Russian attack on Kyiv on April 24

Ukrainian delegation met with Kellogg: what they talked about

A meeting of officials from the coalition of the willing regarding the war in Ukraine took place in London. The Presidential Office revealed the details

The Defeat of the 51st GRAU Arsenal: Which Other Weapons Depots Have Been Attacked in Russia

Burial at the military memorial cemetery: when will the schedule be and at what stage is the construction

NABUgate: Lawyers demand that NABU change the group of detectives - "from PR people to professionals"

Earthquake in Istanbul: Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that Ukrainians have not contacted the consulate

The first minutes after the Russian strike on Kyiv: Biloshitskyi showed the video

Ben Affleck revealed why his children criticize his films, saying: "it's terrible!"

As a result of enemy shelling, the Kramatorsk railway station was damaged - Ukrzaliznytsia

Meghan Markle has revealed a new similarity between her children and Kate's children after being accused of copying George and Charlotte's wardrobe

Strike on Kostyantynivka: 12-year-old girl died fleeing to shelter

“Trakhtibidokh”, forensics and analytics since 2018: a master class in reforming the pharmaceutical market from the National Academy of Legal Sciences of Ukraine

The Defeat of the 51st GRAU Arsenal: Which Other Weapons Depots Have Been Attacked in Russia

There is only one way out - Zyma "to the exit," or why the chief lawyer of the NBU should leave his post

NABUgate: Lawyers demand that NABU change the group of detectives - "from PR people to professionals"Exclusive

Seize the land - destroy science: why NAAS lands cannot be transferred to the State Property Fund

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