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.
Merz proposed associate EU membership for Ukraine and reaffirmed support. He condemned the trips of AfD deputies to Moscow for champagne receptions.
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 EU will create migrant deportation centers in third countries to accelerate their removal. The new rules provide for tougher sanctions and reduced benefits.
According to Irish MEP Andrews, Dublin has issued 14,000 visas to Russians since 2022 with an approval rate of 90%. London considers this a threat due to the Common Travel Area between the countries.
Shabunin stated there is insufficient control and a lack of reforms in the defense procurement system. Oversight of the distribution of €60 billion in EU aid remains weak.
On May 25, Ukraine marks Philologist's Day and the Day of State Communications Security. Globally, Africa Day and Geek Pride Day are celebrated, and International Missing Children's Day is observed.
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 has agreed on a trade deal with the US due to Trump's threat to introduce new tariffs. The document provides for tariff reductions and mechanisms to protect the bloc's market.
Zelenskyy was inducted into the European Order of Merit for defending EU values. The award was also received by Maia Sandu, Angela Merkel, and the band U2.
Fernand Kartheiser is inviting MEPs to a meeting with the Russian State Duma in June. He refused to name the European politicians or officials to whom he sent the invitations. The EU has called this an attempt to draw politicians into cooperation with the Kremlin.
The plan includes seats in the European Parliament without voting rights and market access without subsidies. It also proposes involvement in the European Union's mutual defense.
Bernd Lange has called the US increase of tariffs on EU cars to 25% unacceptable. He accused Washington of violating agreements and urged the EU to take a firm stance.
The trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur entered into provisional force on May 1. It covers 720 million people and provides for the abolition of billions in customs duties.
The first defense package from the €45 billion EU loan will arrive this quarter. Approximately €6 billion of these funds will be directed toward the procurement of drones for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
France demands the inclusion of protective clauses in the EU-US trade agreement. Paris proposes limiting the document's duration and introducing the principle of reciprocity.
Slovakia filed a lawsuit against the EU over the regulation on phasing out Russian gas. Boris Susko stated that the procedure for adopting this decision was violated.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee has established a group to adapt draft laws on civilian weapons to EU norms. Representatives of European institutions and law enforcement agencies will be involved in the work.
The European Commission warned of the risk of agreements collapsing due to amendments regarding the duration of the agreement. The document provides for a 15% tariff on most EU goods.
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure demands an increase in euro-based tokens. EU banks plan to launch their own digital currency in 2026.
Andriy Sybiha, Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, called for closing European and transatlantic space to those involved in aggression against Ukraine. Restrictions should also apply to relatives of war criminals.
IMF head Kristalina Georgieva warned of a slowdown in global growth due to the conflict. Even a peace agreement will not return the economy to the status quo.
Washington has warned Brussels about a review of the terms of a $750 billion LNG supply agreement. A change in the provisions of the Turnberry agreement threatens energy shortages in Europe.
35 MEPs demand the return of the confiscated 75 million dollars and 9 kg of gold. Budapest's actions were called banditry and robbery.
The President of the European Commission called for adherence to the course of renewable and nuclear energy. Dependence on imports cost the EU 3 billion euros in 10 days.
President Zelenskyy met with U4U MEPs. They discussed the restoration of Ukraine's energy system and the scaling up of the PURL program.
The European Commission is discussing with the European Parliament and member states options to secure a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine. This is happening against the backdrop of Budapest's blockade, despite prior agreement, confirmed European Commission spokeswoman Paula Pinho.
President Zelenskyy positively assessed the signing of the EU loan for Ukraine of 90 billion euros by the President of the European Parliament, calling it a "significant guarantee. " He emphasized the importance of this decision coming into effect for Ukraine "as soon as possible and as effectively as possible."
The European Union is working on the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, and its adoption is a matter of time. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that decisions are made unanimously.
The negotiations are "stalling" due to Kyiv and Washington's differing views on the sequence of steps towards peace, as well as weak security guarantees.
