Julie Davis is leaving her post due to disagreement with Trump regarding aid to Ukraine. The diplomat only began her work in Kyiv in May 2025.
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.
Ukrzaliznytsia will receive 54 million euros from the EBRD for station accessibility and energy. The funds will be allocated to the Kyiv and Lviv stations and for the company's own electricity generation.
May 2026 brings together Vyshyvanka Day, Mother's Day, and new dates for religious holidays. The calendar includes important state and professional events.
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.
Ukraine needs €5. 4 billion to prepare for the heating season. Shmyhal proposed measures to the EU to accelerate the procurement of equipment.
The EU is considering sanctions against Israel for importing Ukrainian grain stolen by Russia. Ukraine demands explanations and does not rule out a diplomatic crisis.
Nebenzya justified Iran's restrictions on shipping at the UN and compared the West to pirates. He also condemned strikes on Russian tankers at sea.
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 Twitch platform has restricted access to 15 accounts for advertising the Alabuga Polytech college. This institution involves students in the production of Shahed-type drones.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz considers Ukraine's EU membership in 2027-2028 unrealistic. He suggested difficult territorial decisions in a peace agreement with the Russian Federation.
Andrius Kubilius called for the integration of Ukraine into the EU market and defense system. He emphasized that security is a key condition for the country's recovery.
Donald Tusk called on the world to unite to help Ukraine in the war and reconstruction. Poland is convinced of the country's ability to preserve its independence.
A network preparing contract killings and sabotage in the EU in the interests of Russian special services has been exposed. Law enforcement officers detained nine members of the international criminal network.
Poland will create a drone armada using Ukrainian technology and experience. The project will be jointly funded with the EU to strengthen security in Europe.
Péter Magyar will discuss the unblocking of billions of euros for Hungary in Brussels. Budapest risks losing 10 billion euros due to a deadline in August.
In one week, the Russian Federation launched up to 1,900 drones, 1,400 aerial bombs, and 60 missiles. Air defense shoots down over 90% of drones, while the EU prepares new aid packages and sanctions.
Britain plans to create a bank to finance arms procurement for 10 NATO countries. The institution will also provide military assistance for Ukraine.
Funds from the first EU tranche will be allocated to domestic drones, miltech, and energy protection. Ukraine has also reached an agreement on stable diesel supplies.
Zelenskyy stated that threats to the energy system and the ZNPP are comparable to the Chernobyl disaster. The President called on partners for unity against Russian aggression.
Zelenskyy, after meeting with Sandu, reported on work to promptly open all six EU clusters. Membership will become a shared success for Ukraine, Moldova, and the EU.
Partners will channel €100 million through the Energy Support Fund for winter preparations, announced at the "Energy Ramstein". They agreed to seek additional €829 million and thanked partner countries.
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas stated that Russian strikes on the protective shell of the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant are an act of recklessness. The illegal seizure of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant heightens the danger to life and the environment.
European Commissioner Magnus Brunner stated the ineffectiveness of current mechanisms: in 2025, 28% of 491,000 were returned. Preparing stricter rules, pressure on third countries and deportation to centers.
Emmanuel Macron stated that the EU should not quickly repay the COVID-19 debt but refinance it. Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis supports deferral to avoid pressure on budgets.
China has sharply reacted to the inclusion of its companies in EU sanctions against Russia and calls for their immediate cancellation. Beijing stated harm to relations and threatens protective measures.
Ukrainian military personnel are undergoing training on Mirage 2000-5F fighters with France's participation in the EUMAM Ukraine mission. The training includes air combat, maintenance, and takes place in France and Poland.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius called Russia the main threat to the country's security, not Trump's policy. He spoke about possible participation in a demining mission in the Strait of Hormuz under a Bundestag mandate.
EU approved €90 billion loan for Ukraine until end of 2026. Additional €19 billion may be needed for 2027 due to deficit.
The European Union will ban the import of gas condensate from "Yamal LNG" starting January 1, 2027. The sanctions target other Russian LNG projects amid the war in Ukraine.
