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Kaja Kallas announced the creation of an early warning system to protect infrastructure. She emphasized that the security of the Black Sea directly depends on the security of Ukraine.
Washington has warned Brussels about a review of the terms of a $750 billion LNG supply agreement. A change in the provisions of the Turnberry agreement threatens energy shortages in Europe.
European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen recommends that EU countries gradually start filling their reserves to reduce demand amid the war in the Middle East. The return of liquefied natural gas production in Qatar to pre-crisis levels may prove to be long-term.
Libyan NOC engaged Italian Eni to tow the Arctic Metagaz vessel. The unmanned tanker poses a threat of a large-scale environmental disaster.
Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa confirmed the decision to allocate 90 billion euros. The European Union will fulfill its obligations even if one leader resists.
EU leaders demand the immediate opening of the fundamentals cluster. Ukraine has already received the full package of conditions for membership in the bloc.
Hungary and Slovakia are blocking a loan to Ukraine, demanding a solution to the Druzhba oil pipeline issue. Costa stated that Budapest has alternative supply routes.
Prime Minister Robert Golob called on the EU to investigate illegal surveillance of politicians by private intelligence. The interference was called a hybrid threat to the entire bloc.
At the EU summit, they will try to force Hungary to unblock 90 billion euros for Kyiv. Diplomats call Orban's position a crisis of trust and an act of desperation.
Italy, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, and Malta are urging the EC to intervene due to the risk of an oil spill. A damaged vessel from Russia's shadow fleet has lost control.
The Russian vessel Arctic Metagaz, carrying 60,000 tons of gas, threatens an ecological catastrophe in the Mediterranean Sea. The tanker entered Libyan waters after an attack.
The MFA spokesperson stated that access to strategic facilities during wartime is regulated solely by the SBU. Ukraine is discussing the condition of the damaged pipeline with the European Commission and partners.
António Costa urged Viktor Orbán to fulfill his December commitments regarding the loan. The EU proposes repairing the Druzhba oil pipeline to break the deadlock.
Zelenskyy informed the EC about the timeline for repairing the Brody pumping station after Russian attacks. Ukraine will build underground storage facilities and is looking for alternative routes.
The European Commission expects progress on the loan by March 20 after Zelenskyy's agreement to repair the oil pipeline. Hungary previously blocked funds and new sanctions.
Within the framework of the Support Fund, an equipment reserve is being created to prepare for winter. Ukraine's total recovery needs are estimated at 5.4 billion euros.
The European Commission will provide Ukraine with funding and technical assistance as part of efforts to restore the oil pipeline's operation. Experts are ready to immediately begin work to restore supplies.
The CPD uncovered Russian fakes about "energy blackmail" and Ukraine's "blocking" of the Druzhba oil pipeline. According to analysts, the Kremlin continues to try to undermine the trust of European partners in Kyiv.
Elon Musk's company has proposed a solution for the verification system following a violation of the Digital Services Act. The European Commission will evaluate the updated feature.
35 MEPs demand the return of the confiscated 75 million dollars and 9 kg of gold. Budapest's actions were called banditry and robbery.
The six largest EU economies are calling for an accelerated introduction of the digital euro and the creation of their own payment infrastructure. This is intended to strengthen the bloc's strategic autonomy and stimulate economic growth.
The Russian ASP plans to discredit Péter Magyar through social media and influencers. The campaign is intended to help the Fidesz party, which is trailing Tisza by 10 percent.
Prices at gas stations rose with a two-week delay compared to the EU market. The AMCU has launched a case due to possible anti-competitive actions by gas station networks.
AMCU Chairman Kyrylenko stated that prices depend on imports after the largest oil refinery stopped operating. The committee is conducting a market investigation.
Hungarian State Secretary Gábor Csepek led a delegation to Kyiv for negotiations on the oil pipeline. Hungary demands immediate resumption of its oil supply.
The President of the European Commission called for adherence to the course of renewable and nuclear energy. Dependence on imports cost the EU 3 billion euros in 10 days.
The European Union revised its decision after Georgia's commitments not to service sanctioned vessels. Kulevi Port avoided restrictions thanks to guarantees.
Minister János Lázár confirmed the deliberate confiscation of gold and currency due to the shutdown of "Druzhba". Ukraine has opened a case regarding the abduction of collectors.
The National Bank called on the EU to mediate in the case of cash seizure and detention of Oschadbank employees. Hungary has already expelled the Ukrainians from the country.
The European Commission stated that it currently has no new data regarding oil supplies via the 'Druzhba' pipeline. At the same time, Brussels continues consultations with Ukraine and EU countries that express concerns about possible disruptions, and assures that Europe is prepared for risks through diversification of energy supply.