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The European Commission is opening the first negotiating cluster today as part of the EU accession process for Ukraine and Moldova.
The EU will create AI gigafactories to train models on public infrastructure. This will help retain promising tech startups within the bloc.
In 2025, the EU's trade deficit with China reached a record 360 billion euros. Ursula von der Leyen called for the protection of Brussels' internal market.
Von der Leyen welcomed the US-Iran agreement and called for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. She also emphasized the importance of a ceasefire in Lebanon.
Ukraine has strengthened its positions on the front line, while the Russian economy is weakening due to sanctions. The EU is providing 90 billion euros and opening negotiations on Ukraine's membership.
Marta Kos plans to open six negotiation clusters for Ukraine by July. Technical readiness has already been confirmed through the fulfillment of the necessary conditions.
Marta Kos announced a new generation of accession treaties with additional guarantees. The issue of the right of veto will be discussed for each country.
The Russian Federation attacked the Lavra on the day the negotiation cluster between Ukraine and the EU opened. EU is introducing sanctions against the Russian military-industrial complex and the shadow fleet.
World leaders supported the US-Iran deal. Israel has reportedly not yet signed the agreement and maintains a military presence in so-called "security zones" in Lebanon, as well as in Gaza and Syria.
Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron condemned the Russian attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The G7 summit will discuss increasing pressure on Russia for the sake of peace.
About 200 protesters tore down fences at the construction site of a luxury resort in Albania. Residents are demanding compensation for confiscated land.
Zelenskyy announced the construction of new Russian bases near Europe. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's experience in the context of defending against Moscow's prolonged aggression.
Kyiv and Budapest have reached an agreement on the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia. Hungary has supported the commencement of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations.
Péter Magyar has agreed to open a negotiation cluster for Ukraine after changes to the minority protection plan. Compliance with the conditions will be monitored by the European Commission and the European Council.
All EU member states have agreed to open the first cluster of negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on June 15. It covers fundamental issues and reforms.
The government approved a low-carbon development strategy until 2050 and updated the climate plan. This is expected to attract EU funds and accelerate GDP growth.
Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Pashinyan on his victory, ignoring hundreds of electoral violations. OSCE observers recorded instances of bribery and selective justice.
Cabinet of Ministers approves changes to Ukraine Plan to receive €8. 35 billion in support. The update includes 26 new steps in the fields of energy and law.
The EU Court has ruled the concealment of COVID vaccine contract details illegal. The Commission failed to justify the secrecy regarding the names of negotiators and payment terms.
China has canceled talks with the EU due to trade tensions and rising exports. Brussels is preparing restrictions against Chinese goods and companies.
Brussels and Seoul reaffirmed their commitment to the denuclearization of the peninsula and are strengthening defense cooperation. The parties also condemned the military ties between the Russian Federation and the DPRK.
The European Commission proposes to include Patriarch Kirill and Arkady Dvorkovich in the new sanctions package. They face entry bans and asset freezes.
The EU has called on Albania to comply with environmental regulations regarding the construction of Jared Kushner's resort. The project threatens the habitats of migratory birds.
Kyiv fears a delay in EU accession due to the elections in France and the pace of reforms. Ukraine is frustrated by proposals for only associate membership in the bloc.
The US is calling on Europe to restrict entry from Africa due to an Ebola outbreak. Otherwise, Washington will tighten travel rules for Europeans traveling to America.
Parliament passed a law on a unified declaration of integrity and family ties for judges. This will unlock over 300 million euros in financial aid from the European Union.
The EU has presented the 21st sanctions package, covering energy, finance, and fisheries. An entry ban has been introduced for all Russian military personnel.
The European Commission plans to ban entry to the EU for all Russian military personnel in a new sanctions package. Ukrainian court verdicts will serve as the evidentiary basis for these restrictions.
One of the largest international exhibitions in the field of defense and security, Eurosatory-2026, kicks off in Paris on June 15. The Ukrainian company Fire Point, developer of the FREYJA anti-ballistic software, will participate in the event.
The European Commission presented the 21st sanctions package against the Russian Federation, including measures regarding energy and banks. The restrictions apply to 30 vessels of the shadow fleet and 31 banks.