Valdis Dombrovskis stated that the EU economy is slowing down and inflation is rising. New forecasts will depend on the conflict and energy prices.
Berlin urges the US to engage in negotiations after Trump's threats to increase auto tariffs from 15% to 25%. This could lead to billions in losses for Germany.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the restoration of dialogue between the countries following a meeting with the Prime Ministers of Slovakia and Georgia.
The President of Portugal has signed a law increasing the period for obtaining citizenship from 5 to 10 years. This decision was made due to a record influx of migrants.
The European Commission is blocking funding for Huawei solar inverters due to risks to energy grids. The ban also applies to manufacturers from the Russian Federation, Iran, and the DPRK.
The captain of the tanker Jin Hui has been detained in Sweden for forgery of documents. The vessel, which is under EU sanctions, is likely part of Russia's shadow fleet.
The announcement of the US troop withdrawal from Germany forced EU leaders to discuss defense independence. In Yerevan, they also coordinated actions regarding Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy discussed the conditions for a lasting peace and a ceasefire with Donald Tusk. The parties also raised the issue of Ukraine's European integration.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Robert Fico in Yerevan to discuss cooperation. Slovakia supported Ukraine's EU membership and joint visits.
Ukraine and the EU are preparing a Drone Deal for the joint production of unmanned aerial vehicles. Hnatov and Umerov have been tasked with developing the necessary security infrastructure.
At the summit in Yerevan, Zelenskyy will discuss the path to the EU and finances. The President wants to agree on a schedule for receiving 90 billion euros in loan assistance from the EU.
The European Union has set an annual contribution of £1 billion for Britain in exchange for expanded market access. Keir Starmer will discuss the terms at the upcoming summit.
Karol Nawrocki initiated the preparation of a draft for a new constitution by 2030. Donald Tusk called it a political maneuver due to the lack of a majority.
The United Kingdom plans to join the EU's 90 billion euro loan program for Ukraine. The funds will allow Kyiv to purchase British weaponry.
Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's accession to the EU with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš in Yerevan. The President also held meetings with the leaders of Norway, Britain, and Finland.
Sweden has detained the sanctioned vessel Jin Hui due to its links to the Russian shadow fleet. The ship was towed to port for an investigation.
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.
The U. S. is withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany due to a conflict between Trump and Merz. NATO is examining the details of the decision and calling on Europe to strengthen its own security.
Slovak Prime Minister Fico stated that a peace agreement with Russia is impossible without Ukraine's consent. The country supports Kyiv's accession to the EU and is preparing a meeting in Yerevan.
The President of Ukraine discussed European integration and the strengthening of bilateral relations with the Prime Minister of Slovakia. The leaders are preparing for a personal meeting in Kyiv and Bratislava in the near future.
Trump has focused on Iran, pushing Ukraine to the background. In response, the EU has allocated 90 billion euros in aid and is preparing its own defense autonomy.
The US will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany and cancel artillery deployments. Defense Minister Pistorius urged Europe to strengthen its own security.
Trump is raising tariffs on cars from the EU to 25% due to trade agreement violations. If Europeans manufacture cars and trucks at plants in the US, "there will be no tariff."
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.
Donald Trump will raise tariffs on passenger cars and trucks from the EU to 25%. The new rules will not apply to vehicles manufactured at American plants.
Abbas Araghchi discussed ending the conflict with Israel and the United States with his foreign counterparts. Iran has conveyed a new proposal to Washington through intermediaries.
Roksolana Pidlasa, Chair of the Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, noted: in May, Ukraine will receive €28. 3 billion for weapons, and in June – €16.7 billion for the budget. This refers to the EU's Ukraine Support Loan.
In the first quarter of 2026, over 2. 8 million new cars were sold in the EU. Germany emerged as the market leader, while the fewest vehicles were registered in Malta.
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.
Ukraine plans to open six negotiation clusters by July and join the EU in 2027. This was stated by Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka during the Question Hour to the Government in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
