Net donors and beneficiaries criticized the initial EU budget proposal. Germany demands spending cuts, while Spain considers the budget insufficient.
The President of France and the Chancellor of Germany criticized the EU for opening communication with Putin, which caused a confrontation with other leaders. The leaders of Estonia, Denmark and the Netherlands supported their position.
EU leaders confirmed unwavering support for Ukraine and expect the first payment of 90 billion euros loan by the end of June. They are also determined to increase pressure on russia and welcome progress in establishing a Special Tribunal.
The clause on accelerating Ukraine's accession to the EU was removed from the EU summit declaration at the initiative of Hungary's new Prime Minister Péter Magyar. He announced this on June 19.
European Council President Costa explained contacts with Russia as preparation for the peace process. The EU does not have a unified position on dialogue with the Kremlin.
President Zelenskyy stated that G7 leaders are unanimous on increasing pressure on Russia. The goal is to force the Kremlin into negotiations to end the war.
President Zelenskyy stated that the European Council meeting will discuss strengthening air defense and preparation for winter. The discussions will be based on the agreements of the G7 summit.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated his expectation of further progress in negotiations after the opening of the first cluster. He thanked EU leaders for their unanimity and announced discussions on the next five clusters.
According to the head of the European Commission, a new situation is emerging that indicates changes in Ukraine's favor. She also emphasized the importance of cooperation between Ukraine and EU states in the field of security.
The G7 will increase pressure on the Russian economy to limit its military capabilities. António Costa called this a step toward a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
President of the European Council António Costa called the week historic due to the start of negotiations on the first cluster. This is an important step toward Ukraine's membership in the EU.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the intention to open all six negotiation clusters regarding EU accession in the coming weeks. Currently, the first cluster is open.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the NATO Secretary General and the King of Belgium in Brussels. Ahead are the Ramstein-format meeting and meetings with defense ministers.
An advisor to the President of the European Council held two conversations with a Russian official to prepare for future negotiations. The EU is considering the possibility of appointing a special envoy.
Zelenskyy discussed with EU leaders the schedule for opening the next five clusters and a new sanctions package. Ukraine expects to receive the first financial tranche this month.
Zelenskyy discussed strengthening air defense and pressure on Russia with G7 leaders. The US is ready to provide support for the implementation of all peace agreements.
The G7 is mobilizing resources and personnel to combat Ebola in Congo and Uganda. António Costa emphasized the importance of international coordination of efforts.
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.
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.
The President of Finland announced the possible start of a dialogue between Europe and the Russian Federation in the coming weeks. Stubb noted that Moscow is sending unofficial signals of readiness.
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.
Merz proposed associate EU membership for Ukraine and reaffirmed support. He condemned the trips of AfD deputies to Moscow for champagne receptions.
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.
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 President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission called the drone explosion in the port of Constanța a consequence of Russian aggression. This is the third such security incident in Romania in recent weeks.
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.
The President of the European Council called EU expansion to the Western Balkans a realistic scenario. Leaders of the region will meet at a summit in Montenegro this Friday.
Zelenskyy called Friedrich Merz's proposal regarding Ukraine's EU membership without voting rights unfair. The President demands equal rights for the state.
Marta Kos welcomed the dialogue between Ukraine and Hungary regarding minority rights. The European Commission plans to open negotiation clusters for EU accession as early as this summer.
Péter Magyar discussed the rights of Hungarians in Zakarpattia with the President of the European Council. The parties have begun technical consultations to amend Ukrainian legislation.
