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Zelenskyy offered assistance to Romania following a Russian drone strike on a residential building. The President called on the EU to strengthen sanctions against the aggressor.
Ursula von der Leyen condemned the Russian drone strike on a high-rise building in Romania. The EU is preparing the 21st package of sanctions against the aggressor.
Zelenskyy expects the opening of the first cluster of EU accession negotiations in June. The European Commission may propose the start of the process as early as June 16.
Temu has been fined 200 million euros for selling dangerous goods in the EU. The company must submit a plan to rectify the violations by August 2026.
The Saeima of Latvia has approved a new government led by Andris Kulbergs. The coalition includes four parties, replacing the Cabinet of Ministers of Evika Siliņa.
The European Commission predicts tension in the aviation fuel market due to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Currently, prices in the EU are rising without physical supply disruptions.
The Council of the EU has approved the seventh payment of €2. 8 billion for Ukraine. The funds are being allocated for the implementation of reforms and the early execution of the modernization plan.
Kaja Kallas and EU member states consider the appointment of a negotiator premature. The bloc is preparing its 21st sanctions package and focusing on strategy rather than personalities.
The government has approved a draft Customs Code based on EU standards for accession to the union. The new rules will simplify logistics and customs procedures for businesses.
The Rada ratified the attraction of 90 billion euros from the EU for 2026-2027. The funds will be directed to defense and the budget, with repayment covered by Russian reparations.
Zelenskyy submitted a memorandum to the Rada regarding a 90 billion euro loan. To receive the funds, Ukraine must amend its tax and customs legislation.
Ukraine will be integrated into efforts regarding Europe's defense priorities, including air defense and drones. This year, 28.3 billion euros will be allocated for the country's military needs.
The President has introduced Bill No. 0376 on the ratification of a loan agreement with the European Union. The document provides for the acquisition of macro-financial assistance of up to 90 billion euros.
The European Commission will propose opening the first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations on June 16. Hungary's new prime minister is ready to support this step.
On May 28, the Verkhovna Rada plans to ratify a memorandum with the EU on providing Ukraine with a 90 billion euro loan. The document has already been signed by the President of the European Commission.
Ukraine rejects alternative integration models and seeks full EU membership. The authorities insist on opening all negotiation clusters in June.
The parties discussed strengthening air defense and the Drone Deal initiative. Ukraine expects the opening of the first cluster of EU accession negotiations in June.
The vote on amendments to the 2026 budget has been postponed until tomorrow. Defense spending will increase by UAH 1.64 trillion through credit assistance from the European Union.
The leak of 600,000 records from Lithuania's state registries is being linked to a foreign state. Adrijus Jusas, head of the Centre of Registers, has resigned following the incident.
Gitanas Nausėda called for the strengthening of air defense due to rising hybrid threats and incidents involving Russian drones. Europe must take concrete action to protect its borders.
Rustem Umerov is reportedly in Berlin to discuss security and EU membership with advisors from the E3 group. The meeting takes place against the backdrop of Russian threats to launch new strikes on Kyiv.
The European Commission sees no readiness for peace from Putin to discuss the appointment of a special envoy. Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov discussed defense and cooperation in Brussels.
The European Union has summoned a Russian diplomat over threats of new strikes on Kyiv. The European Commission called Russia's actions a sign of desperation and promised continued support.
Russia has deployed 36 antennas in Kaliningrad to spoof GPS signals within a 450 km radius. This creates constant interference for aviation and communications in EU countries.
The IMF forecasts EU public debt to rise to 130% of GDP due to defense and energy spending. Governments are urged to implement urgent reforms and fiscal consolidation.
Zelenskyy called Friedrich Merz's proposal regarding Ukraine's EU membership without voting rights unfair. The President demands equal rights for the state.
Germany will transfer an unprofitable gas-fired power plant to Ukraine on a self-pickup basis. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has opposed this decision.
The EU has rejected Belarus's role as a mediator due to its support for Russian aggression. There is zero trust in the Lukashenko regime, and new restrictions are being prepared.
Hungary has reinstated a ban on the import of 20 categories of Ukrainian products following a technical error. The restrictions apply to grain, meat, and eggs.
The EU plans to temporarily lift sanctions on a Chinese chip supplier. Automakers have warned of the risk of production shutdowns due to parts shortages.