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Macron discusses aid to Ukraine with party leaders. Opposition says he said there are "no limits" to French support for Ukraine

Macron met with leaders of French political parties to drum up more support for Ukraine ahead of the EU elections, doubling down on calls for more military aid despite opposition from some parties, such as the far-right National Rally.

War • March 7, 01:55 PM • 24086 views

Von der Leyen becomes the leading candidate of the People's Party in the European elections

Ursula von der Leyen, the current President of the European Commission, has been confirmed as the leading candidate of the European People's Party in the upcoming European elections.

News of the World • March 7, 12:07 PM • 21862 views

Four more countries sign a letter to Speaker Johnson urging him to introduce an aid bill for Ukraine

Romania, Spain, Luxembourg, and Belgium joined 23 other parliaments in signing an open letter to U. S. House Speaker Mike Johnson calling for a vote on a $60 billion aid bill for Ukraine.

War • March 7, 10:54 AM • 28029 views

The German Foreign Ministry has tightened recommendations for travel to Russia

The German Foreign Ministry has tightened its travel advisory for German citizens and dual nationals, warning against visiting Russia due to the risk of arbitrary arrests.

News of the World • March 7, 08:06 AM • 23871 views

EU agrees to strengthen cyber defense

The European Union has agreed on changes to cybersecurity laws to strengthen protection against hacker attacks and to create a cybersecurity alert system and emergency response mechanism across the EU.

News of the World • March 6, 11:54 AM • 24155 views

EU countries unveil €1.5 billion plan for defense industry development

In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the EU unveiled a €1. 5 billion plan to develop the continent's arms industry with the aim of increasing joint arms purchases between member states and reducing dependence on imports.

War • March 5, 04:32 PM • 30390 views

EU agrees to reduce packaging waste by 15% by 2040 and plans to ban plastic sauce packets

The EU has agreed on a preliminary revision of packaging rules that paves the way for a 15% reduction in waste by 2040 and bans plastic sauce packets and shrink wrap at airports, as well as introduces a pan-European bottle return scheme.

News of the World • March 5, 11:18 AM • 20553 views

Russia uses Serbian agent to infiltrate EU bodies - Politico

Russian intelligence is using a Serbian agent to infiltrate EU institutions and spread pro-Kremlin theories about the invasion of Ukraine.

Politics • March 5, 08:35 AM • 25319 views

EU prepares new sanctions against russia over navalny's death - media

The EU is preparing sanctions against about 30 russians and companies in connection with the death of russian politician alexei navalny, which are to be approved on March 18.

Politics • March 4, 03:36 PM • 23719 views

Zelenskiy confirms meeting with Trump on March 8

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban will meet with former US President Donald Trump in Florida on March 8.

News of the World • March 4, 08:16 AM • 25988 views

Canada announces new sanctions against Russia over Navalny's death

Canada announces new sanctions against six Russian officials in response to the death of Alexei Navalny.

News of the World • March 3, 02:38 PM • 31591 views

European Parliament adopts resolution calling for transfer of TAURUS missiles to Ukraine

The European Parliament overwhelmingly passed a resolution calling on EU countries to provide Ukraine with weapons until it achieves victory over Russia.

War • February 29, 03:34 PM • 26415 views

European Parliament on Navalny's murder: Putin must answer, and support for Ukraine is the best response to the Kremlin

The European Parliament adopted a resolution stating that Russian President Vladimir Putin is responsible for Navalny's murder and that support for Ukraine is the best response to the Kremlin's actions.

Politics • February 29, 02:02 PM • 26087 views

EU finally approves EUR 50 billion support program for Ukraine

The EU Council approves a four-year, €50 billion aid plan called the Ukraine Facility to support Ukraine's economic recovery.

Economy • February 28, 06:34 PM • 30198 views

Due to health problems: Borrell temporarily refuses to make public appearances

EU High Representative Josep Borrell is forced to miss a debate in the European Parliament because his doctors advised him to avoid public events for a short time due to minor health problems.

News of the World • February 28, 01:55 PM • 21355 views

Transnistria appeals to russia for "protection" from Moldova

The so-called "deputies" of Transnistria claimed economic pressure from Moldova and appealed to russia for "protection".

News of the World • February 28, 12:42 PM • 25150 views

"Ukraine needs weapons": heads of more than 20 parliaments wrote a letter to Speaker Johnson

Speakers of 23 parliaments and the President of the European Parliament called on the Speaker of the House of Representatives to put to a vote a bill to provide $60 billion in aid to Ukraine and to facilitate its passage.

War • February 28, 09:14 AM • 30452 views

European Parliament passes law on nature conservation, which was preceded by a heated debate

The European Parliament has passed a controversial nature conservation law that requires at least 20% of the EU's land and marine areas to be restored by 2030 through measures such as reforestation and wetland restoration.

News of the World • February 27, 03:50 PM • 29757 views

Polish farmers' protests: in Warsaw, protesters assemble Abrams from hay bales

Farmers in Warsaw protested against food imports from Ukraine by assembling a tank from hay bales with the slogan "AgroAbrams".

Economy • February 27, 01:21 PM • 27382 views

50 billion euros: European Parliament approves new aid to Ukraine

The European Parliament approves a new €50 billion aid package for Ukraine.

Economy • February 27, 11:31 AM • 39856 views

Hungary blocks EU joint statement on the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine - media

Hungary blocks a joint EU statement on the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

War • February 23, 01:20 PM • 24672 views

EU ambassadors approve extension of preferential trade for Ukraine

EU ambassadors approve the extension of preferential trade terms for Ukraine for another year without changes.

Economy • February 21, 09:47 PM • 124224 views

Spyware found on phones of members of the European Parliament's defense committee

The European Parliament has found traces of spyware on the phones of some politicians and staff of the Subcommittee on Security and Defense (SEDE).

News of the World • February 21, 04:18 PM • 24004 views

EU reaches agreement on the world's first carbon certification scheme

The EU agrees to create the first registry to certify and trade carbon sequestration units from organic agriculture and industry to help achieve its goal of net zero emissions by 2050.

News of the World • February 21, 04:46 AM • 25425 views

Europe is looking for an alternative to NATO if Trump is elected

European officials have privately discussed the creation of a continent-wide addition to NATO that could work alongside or replace U. S. security guarantees, depending on the outcome of the U.S. election.

News of the World • February 19, 09:14 AM • 29396 views

In 2024, more than 2 billion people will go to the polls in 50 countries

In 2024, elections will be held in more than 50 countries, so this year more than 2 billion voters will elect their governments. In particular, major elections are planned in India, the European Union, russia, Iran, and the United States.

Politics • February 15, 02:23 PM • 24759 views

Hungary again blocks EU sanctions package against Russia over proposed measures on China - FT

Hungary has blocked EU sanctions against Russia over proposed measures against Chinese companies.

War • February 15, 10:19 AM • 28135 views

Telegram poses a number of threats to Ukraine's security - Yusov

A representative of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine said that Telegram poses a threat to Ukraine's information security and that work is underway to counter disinformation on platforms such as Telegram and TikTok.

Politics • February 14, 04:30 PM • 23321 views

TikTok to step up fight against disinformation in app ahead of EU elections

TikTok will create "election centers" on its app to combat disinformation ahead of the EU elections in June.

News of the World • February 14, 03:55 PM • 23358 views

In 2023, the trend of increasing exports of seeds of grains and oilseeds produced in Ukraine intensified - Institute of Agrarian Economics

Exports of seeds of grains and oilseeds produced in Ukraine increased by 1. 5 times to $77.2 million in 2023.

Economy • February 12, 08:13 AM • 32970 views