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The European Commission has removed all Kyrgyz air carriers from its black list. The country had been under a ban on flights to the EU since 2006.
The European Commission has suspended the allocation of funds due to non-compliance with requirements regarding the High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) and judicial vetting. Ukraine still has time to complete these reforms.
The first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations will be opened on June 15. Member states are preparing a mechanism for obtaining membership benefits prior to the completion of procedures.
A scheme involving the embezzlement of 3. 5 billion euros in public procurement has been uncovered in Hungary. The anti-corruption body is demanding an investigation into the actions of officials from Orbán's inner circle.
The Aughinish Alumina plant in Ireland legally exports raw materials to the Russian Federation. Authorities are investigating the use of alumina in the production of Russian weapons.
The European Commission will tighten visa rules for Russians following complaints from 11 countries. New security measures will be introduced within the framework of the Visa Code.
Montenegro's accession to the EU by 2028 was called a realistic goal at the summit in Tivat. Brussels has already begun preparing the country's accession treaty.
The EU plans to restrict temporary protection for newly arrived Ukrainian men. Stockholm approves the initiative to support mobilization.
Robert Fico will discuss compensation for assistance to the Armed Forces of Ukraine with Ursula von der Leyen. The Prime Minister claims an acute shortage of funds due to the support for Ukraine.
The European Commission supported Zelenskyy's call for direct negotiations with Putin. The agency emphasized Ukraine's desire for peace and the defeat of the aggressor.
EU Commissioner Brunner reported on discussions regarding the exclusion of men aged 23-60 from protection. A final decision will be made in the coming weeks.
Serbian intelligence services have warned Vučić of a security threat during the summit in Montenegro. The President plans to visit despite the activities of foreign intelligence agencies.
Cyprus has begun preparations for opening the first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations. Sybiha noted Hungary's constructive role in the process.
Hungary has lifted its veto on EU accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova, which are set to launch on June 15. Budapest has set conditions regarding the rights of the Hungarian minority.
The EU is preparing sanctions against four Chinese companies for assisting the Russian military. Firms from the UAE, Turkey, and Azerbaijan will also face restrictions.
Eleven countries are demanding that the European Commission stop issuing Schengen visas to citizens of the Russian Federation. In 2025, Russians received more than 620 thousand entry permits.
Péter Magyar's government has unblocked 6. 6 billion euros in military aid for Ukraine. This is part of the new prime minister's strategy to improve relations with the EU.
The European Commission has warned of the risk of losing a million jobs due to energy prices. The automotive and construction industries will be hit the hardest.
Ukraine expects a breakthrough in EU accession negotiations at the June summit. Hungary may lift its veto by June 16 following an agreement on minority rights.
Poland proposes to exclude Ukrainian men aged 18-60 from EU protection programs. This would deprive them of residency rights and benefits in order to support the defense of Ukraine.
The EU plans to extend protection for Ukrainians beyond 2027 with new rules for men. The restrictions will not affect those who are already in Europe.
The package includes restrictions against oil revenues, banks, and the Russian shadow fleet. The EU plans to fix the price of Russian oil at $44.
The EU will create migrant deportation centers in third countries to accelerate their removal. The new rules provide for tougher sanctions and reduced benefits.
The European Commission is discussing the future of temporary protection after 2027 with EU countries. Among the options is restricting status for men of military age.
The European Commission will initiate a procedure against Sofia due to a budget deficit of 3. 5%. Experts forecast the figure will continue to rise to 4.3% in 2027.
Beijing has warned Brussels against imposing restrictions on Chinese imports due to overcapacity. The EU is preparing measures to protect its industry.
The European Commission has paid Poland the first €6. 56 billion under the SAFE defense program. This represents 15% of the total funding volume of €43.7 billion.
In Finland, 9,000 NATO troops are practicing the creation of a 'drone wall. ' The Northern Star exercises are taking place 30 kilometers from the Russian border.
Magyar stated there is progress in negotiations regarding the rights of ethnic Hungarians in Ukraine. He denied any link between EU funds and the start of Ukraine's accession to the bloc.
The European Commission has unblocked €10 billion for Hungary for energy and transport. Prime Minister Péter Magyar negotiated the funds before the late August deadline.