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The European Commission plans to unfreeze approximately €550 million in EU funds for Hungary. This comes amid attempts to overcome Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's veto on imposing additional sanctions against Russia.
Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo has expressed support for EU efforts to monetize frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine. Spain is also working to reduce imports of Russian liquefied natural gas by diversifying supplies.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas presented a new package of sanctions against Russia, covering energy, financial services, and trade restrictions. The import of Russian LNG is prohibited, and sanctions are also imposed against 118 shadow fleet vessels and large energy companies.
The European Commission has confirmed the adoption of a new package of sanctions against Russia. It will be presented by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas this afternoon.
The European Union is discussing using frozen Russian assets for a "reparation loan" to Ukraine to avoid a Hungarian veto. This would allow Kyiv to receive compensation for war damages.
The European Union is considering an accelerated rejection of Russian liquefied natural gas imports by the end of 2027. This decision follows US President Donald Trump's call for the EU to limit energy trade with Moscow.
The European Union will present its 19th package of sanctions against Russia to member states on September 19. It will target cryptocurrencies, banks and energy.
The European Commission informed EU member state ambassadors about the expected 19th package of sanctions against Russia on Friday, September 19, or Monday, September 22. EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russian banks, energy companies, and cryptocurrency exchanges.
The European Commission plans to present a new package of sanctions against Russia on September 19, which aims to accelerate the rejection of Russian energy carriers. Under pressure from the United States, the EU is also considering sanctions against banks and oil refineries in India and China that trade in Russian oil.
Discussions are ongoing between European partners regarding the details of the 19th sanctions package. Ukraine insists on striking Russia's energy, military, financial, and IT sectors.
European governments and G7 allies are seeking to expand the use of frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine. This comes amid pressure from Donald Trump and a change in Germany's position, which now supports maximizing the profitability of the funds.
The European Commission is proposing to the EU Council sanctions against radical Israeli settlers and ministers, as well as the suspension of trade concessions for Israel. This decision is a reaction to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and a call for an immediate ceasefire.
The European Commission is developing plans to use frozen Russian assets to provide €170 billion in reparations loans to Ukraine. These plans involve transferring Russian cash to Ukraine without formally seizing the assets.
Donald Trump sent a personal letter to Polish President Karol Nawrocki through the Polish embassy in Washington. The text of the document has not been disclosed, but the letter has already reached Poland through diplomatic channels.
The German Foreign Ministry confirmed the tightening of visa rules for Russians, increasing the fee to 80 euros and extending the processing time. Germany insists on uniform restrictions for Russians throughout the Schengen area, despite the lack of a unified position in the EU.
The European Commission will soon present a new package of sanctions against Russia, covering cryptocurrencies, the banking sector, and energy. This will increase economic pressure on the Kremlin in coordination with the United States, accelerating the rejection of fossil fuel imports from the Russian Federation.
In early October, MEPs will once again vote on a motion of no confidence in European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Two requests came from right-wing and left-wing factions, criticizing her policies.
European Commission spokesperson Paula Pinho stated that the European Union is confidently moving towards abandoning Russian fossil fuel imports. Details of the 19th sanctions package will be announced later.
The European Union has postponed the official introduction of another package of sanctions against Russia after US President Donald Trump demanded stricter European measures as a condition for the US to proceed with its own sanctions.
The EU has postponed the presentation of the 19th package of sanctions against Russia. This issue has been removed from the Coreper II agenda without a new date being set.
The Ukrainian delegation has completed screening meetings in Brussels on the negotiating chapter "Agriculture and Rural Development". The European Commission positively assessed the submitted materials, which indicates significant progress made by Ukraine.
The EU is closely monitoring the joint military exercises "Zapad-2025" on the territory of Belarus. The EU calls on Russia and Belarus to adhere to the 2011 OSCE Vienna Document and is preparing for potential security threats.
The European Union reminded Trump that it has been gradually phasing out Russian fossil fuels since the beginning of the war, with a clear roadmap. The 19th package of sanctions against Russia is in the final stages of preparation, Brussels said.
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) has filed a lawsuit against Google, accusing the company of illegally using journalistic materials to create AI overviews.
The European Union is considering tightening restrictions on tourist visas for Russian citizens and imposing restrictions on the movement of Russian diplomats within the bloc.
The EU is preparing to tighten restrictions on issuing visas to citizens of Russia and other "hostile" countries by the end of the year. New recommendations from the European Commission, to be published in December, will include stricter criteria for the entry of Russians.
The European Commission is preparing new recommendations for member states on stricter restrictions on issuing visas to Russians. The document provides for stricter criteria but will not be mandatory, leaving the decision to national governments.
Germany calls for stricter rules for obtaining Schengen visas for Russian citizens, especially for tourist and shopping trips. This is a proposal within the framework of discussing a new package of sanctions against Russia.
The European Commission is allocating 40 million euros in humanitarian aid to prepare Ukraine for winter. The funds will provide materials for shelters, housing repairs, access to water, sanitation, and heating.
After joining the EU, Ukraine will make contributions to its budget, which will include customs duties, VAT, and a monetary contribution proportional to GNI.