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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said that Hungary would support US peace efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine. Orbán believes that the war would not have started if Donald Trump had been the US president.
The European Commission has reduced its public criticism of the Orban government to avoid accusations of interference and to not fuel his anti-Brussels campaign. Brussels fears that strong statements could be used by Orban as proof of pressure from the EU.
The European Union is changing its approach to defense, aiming not only to increase spending but also to create its own strategic capabilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a "European awakening" on security issues.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the new European security strategy should be based on mechanisms implemented by Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of using force to protect Europe's interests.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio canceled a meeting with European leaders on the war in Ukraine at the Munich Conference. This raised concerns in Europe about a change in sentiment in Washington.
Children from the Kyiv football academy "Lokomotyv", whose base was destroyed by Russian shelling, presented a ball to FIFA President Gianni Infantino. They are asking for support for Ukrainian children and for Russia not to be reinstated in international football.
Poland's president expresses doubts about the EU's €43. 7 billion SAFE program for armaments, while the prime minister supports it. This comes amid political disagreements between them.
UAF President Andriy Shevchenko met with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, discussing the prevention of Russians' return to international competitions. The issue of Russians was not considered at the UEFA Congress, which was confirmed by UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin.
Belgian police searched the European Commission headquarters in Brussels. The investigation concerns the sale of 23 buildings worth about 900 million euros.
The European Commission proposes a pan-European AI-based drone detection system using 5G to protect critical infrastructure. This initiative is a response to drone incidents and will complement the defensive "drone wall" project on the border with Russia.
The European Commission presented a plan to combat cyberbullying, which includes the launch of a European application for confidential messages. The plan also provides for strengthening the protection of children online and targeted application of existing EU legislation.
The European Parliament has approved a support loan for Ukraine amounting to 90 billion euros for 2026-2027. These funds will be directed towards macro-financial assistance and strengthening defense capabilities.
The Arctic LNG 2 project will receive two domestically produced icebreaking gas carriers in 2026. This will expand liquefied natural gas export capabilities, despite international restrictions.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted in principle draft law No. 13715 on the support and development of innovative activities, aimed at the development of innovative ecosystems. The document is intended to update the legal framework for supporting innovation, form a modern institutional model, and ensure cooperation between the state, business, science, and education.
The European Parliament has approved the resumption of a trade agreement with the United States, which was suspended due to tariff threats over Greenland. The agreement will be valid for 24 months, provides for the abolition of EU tariffs on US industrial goods and a 15% US rate on most EU goods.
European Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius, will embark on a tour of EU countries. The goal is to persuade governments and the defence industry to ramp up missile production for Ukraine and European stockpiles.
Greece and Malta have expressed concerns about the EU's proposal to replace the price cap on Russian oil with a services ban. They fear the impact on the shipping industry and energy prices.
Donald Trump shared an AI-generated photo on social media where he shows foreign leaders a modified map of the United States. On it, the territories of Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela are included as part of the United States.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola announced the postponement of the vote on macro-financial assistance to Ukraine until Wednesday. This decision was made to ensure uninterrupted funding for Kyiv's defense needs, to avoid running out of resources by April 2026.
The European Commission has unveiled its 20th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting energy, financial services, and trade. For the first time, the sanctions include third-country ports – Kulevi (Georgia) and Karimun (Indonesia) – for handling Russian oil exports.
The European Union is considering options for including Ukraine's membership in a peace agreement, including protection and immediate access to membership rights. The draft peace plan envisages EU accession in 2027, and the EU confirms that future accession is part of the discussions.
UAF President Andriy Shevchenko announced that the FIFA Council is not considering the return of Russians to football competitions. This has been confirmed after communication with FIFA representatives at various levels.
The European Commission will ask Meta to suspend new terms that prohibit rival AI chatbots from using WhatsApp. This is due to concerns that Meta is violating the bloc's antitrust rules.
The European Union and China have settled a trade dispute by agreeing on mechanisms for controlling electric car prices. Chinese car manufacturers will avoid tariffs if they adhere to a price threshold and invest in production in the EU.
The European Commission presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, including a ban on maritime transportation of Russian oil. The Commissioner of the President of Ukraine for Sanctions, Vladyslav Vlasiuk, spoke about the 24% drop in Russia's oil revenues and the 36% increase in budget expenditures.
The European Commission has presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes a complete ban on seaborne transportation of Russian oil and the expansion of sanctions against the "shadow fleet. " The package also provides for restrictions on Russia's banking system and new export-import restrictions.
The European Commission spokesperson stated that contacts with Putin are possible under certain conditions, but there are currently no signals of Russia's readiness for peace. She also confirmed the absence of a common EU position on resuming interaction with the Kremlin but noted a change in the attitude of some member states.
Ukraine will resume competitions for public positions to receive €50 billion from the EU. This is stipulated by the Ukraine Facility Plan, and draft law No. 13478-1 is intended to ensure transparent personnel selection.
European Commissioner for Sport Glenn Micallef condemned FIFA President Gianni Infantino's call to reinstate Russians in international football. He emphasized that sport does not exist in a vacuum and reflects societal values.
32 European lawmakers have appealed to the European Commission, demanding an investigation into TikTok over allegations of content censorship, particularly concerning the "Epstein files. " Users report technical issues and reduced post reach following changes in the platform's ownership.