The European Parliament has adopted a resolution on support for Ukraine, calling on the EU to promote security guarantees and accelerate accession negotiations. They also called for the confiscation of Russian assets for the reconstruction of Ukraine.
The European Union has responded to US tariffs on steel and aluminum by publishing a list of goods that will be affected by tariffs. It includes meat, poultry, alcohol, chewing gum and women's negligee.
The European Commission plans to introduce countermeasures on imports from the US in response to the new tariffs. The total amount of countermeasures could reach 26 billion euros.
A Ukrainian drone likely attacked the measuring station of the "Druzhba" pipeline, leading to a temporary halt in oil supplies to Hungary. Repair work is underway, and the resumption of transit is expected in the evening.
The head of the State Tax Service, Ruslan Kravchenko, met with representatives of the EU to discuss the "Taxation" section regarding EU accession. The State Tax Service is preparing materials for the screening meeting on June 5-6 in Brussels and is working on adapting to European standards.
The European Commission has presented a plan to modernize the aviation sector to double the capacity of airspace. The project includes reducing CO2 emissions and implementing 10 strategic goals over the next 10 years.
Health ministers from 11 EU member states propose including the purchase of essential medicines in the scope of defense funds. The initiative may gain access to a portion of the funds from the €800 billion "Re-arm Europe" plan.
The European Commission will present a new law on the repatriation of illegal migrants from the territory of the EU. Ursula von der Leyen announced the introduction of the "European Return Order" and a ban on entry for deported individuals.
Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger supported the initiative to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. She also stated that neutrality does not protect Austria and called for active participation in EU defense initiatives.
Ukraine successfully passed the compliance check of its legislation with EU norms in the field of free movement of goods. During the screening, 44 presentations were made regarding 59 EU legislative acts regulating industrial products.
The EU plans to allocate 150 billion euros for the development of the defense industry. France insists on using the funds only within the EU, while Germany wants to involve partner countries.
The European Commission and the EIB signed a guarantee agreement for 2 billion euros for the reconstruction of Ukraine. The funds will be directed to energy, transport, and municipal infrastructure.
The President of the European Commission delivered a speech at the EU summit about the need to strengthen protection. She emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and enhancing the defense capabilities of the European Union.
The President of Ukraine arrived in Brussels for a special meeting of the European Council on defense issues. On the agenda are military assistance, frozen assets of the Russian Federation, and new sanctions.
Today, a special meeting of the European Council will take place regarding further support for Ukraine and European security. A speech by President Zelensky is expected, along with discussions on security guarantees for Ukraine.
27 EU leaders will gather in Brussels to discuss a new security architecture and military support. On the agenda is the allocation of 800 billion euros for defense and the issue of using frozen Russian assets.
The President expressed regret over the breakdown of negotiations at the White House but emphasized the importance of constructive cooperation. The EU presented the ReArm Europe plan worth €800 billion to strengthen defense, which includes additional air defense for Ukraine.
Ukraine plans to open all six negotiation clusters for EU membership in 2025. Three clusters are set to be opened during the Polish presidency, and the other three during the Danish presidency.
Ursula von der Leyen presented the "rearmament of Europe" plan with new financial instruments. The plan involves the mobilization of 800 billion euros and includes financing of 150 billion for defense needs.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the leaders of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia about the results of the summit in London. The parties agreed to work on an action plan to ensure real security guarantees.
The European Commission plans to give car manufacturers three years instead of one to meet CO2 emissions targets. Car companies faced fines of up to 15 billion euros for exceeding emission limits in 2025.
U. S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz welcomed European efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The White House refrained from commenting on its own contribution to the peace plan proposed by European leaders.
The President of the European Commission will present a plan to strengthen the European defense industry to EU member states. The “Rearm Europe” plan will be presented on March 4 via an official letter.
The European Commission is studying the possibilities of providing Ukraine with satellite communications due to the threat of Starlink shutdown. Options for using Govsatcom and other commercial satellite systems are being considered.
The President of Ukraine said that an agreement to end the war is still a long way off, and concrete steps have not yet been taken. Zelensky emphasized the need for honest security guarantees and categorically rejected territorial concessions.
The President of the European Commission announced a new plan to strengthen the EU's defense at the March 6 summit. The plan includes increased investment in defense and security guarantees for Ukraine.
Ukraine will receive high-precision LMM interceptor missiles and launchers to strengthen its air defense as part of the LMM-RapidRanger project. The agreement provides for the localization of production and technology transfer until 2030.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the importance of maintaining close ties with the United States after the summit in London. He warned against attempts to divide Europe and the United States after the recent events in the White House.
The President of the European Commission will present a new plan to strengthen the EU's defense at next week's summit. The plan includes increased investment in defense and security guarantees for Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at Lancaster House for an international security summit. The meeting is attended by European leaders, including Macron, Tusk, Scholz, and von der Leyen.
