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The European Commission plans to give car manufacturers three years instead of one to meet CO2 emissions targets. Car companies faced fines of up to 15 billion euros for exceeding emission limits in 2025.

Slovak Prime Minister Fico stated the possibility of blocking military and financial aid to Ukraine if gas transit to Europe does not resume. He also proposes an immediate ceasefire and the start of peace negotiations.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys said that it was impossible to resume the work of Nord Stream-2. According to him, the pipeline is technically difficult to restore, and politically the project has already been exhausted.

The Ukrainian president said that suspending US aid would only benefit Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership with the United States and expressed hope for continued support.

The President of the European Commission will present a plan to strengthen the European defense industry to EU member states. The “Rearm Europe” plan will be presented on March 4 via an official letter.

Antonio Costa said that peace is not just a ceasefire that will give Russia time to return stronger. He was responding to Orban's letter demanding direct negotiations between the EU and Russia, following the example of the United States.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed concern about the political course of a number of countries and the escalation of violence in the world. Particular attention was paid to the wars in Ukraine and other countries, and women's rights in Afghanistan and Iran.

Shares of Rheinmetall, Saab, and Dassault Aviation rose by 8. 9-15% after the announcement of Ukraine's defense. European leaders plan to create a “coalition of the willing” and allocate €200 billion for defense.

At the summit in London, European leaders discussed steps toward peace in Ukraine, but emphasized the need for active U. S. involvement. The UK, Italy, and other EU countries expressed their willingness to cooperate, but some leaders remain cautious.

The United States plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods starting March 4 due to the fentanyl problem. China is developing countermeasures that will include tariff and non-tariff restrictions on American goods.

Hungary rejected a draft EU document on security guarantees and military assistance to Ukraine. Slovakia also refused to provide financial and military support to Kyiv.

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said it was inappropriate to consider EU membership because of the risk of polarizing society. According to a recent poll, 53% of Norwegians oppose joining the EU.

The Prime Minister of Poland said that there is no common position on the confiscation of seized Russian assets among Western countries. Some countries fear the consequences for the euro and the banking system.

Canada has imposed sanctions on 31 Russians and Russian paramilitary groups supporting aggression in Ukraine. The decision was announced by Justin Trudeau during a summit in London.

The President of the European Commission announced a new plan to strengthen the EU's defense at the March 6 summit. The plan includes increased investment in defense and security guarantees for Ukraine.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the importance of maintaining close ties with the United States after the summit in London. He warned against attempts to divide Europe and the United States after the recent events in the White House.

At a summit in London, the EU, Ukraine, Britain, Norway, and Turkey agreed to jointly assist and strengthen the eastern border. Britain is ready to send a military contingent to protect a future peace agreement.

The President of the European Commission will present a new plan to strengthen the EU's defense at next week's summit. The plan includes increased investment in defense and security guarantees for Ukraine.

19 world leaders gather at Lancaster House for a security summit on Ukraine. Keir Starmer will hold a press conference following the discussion on European security and the settlement of the war.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at Lancaster House for an international security summit. The meeting is attended by European leaders, including Macron, Tusk, Scholz, and von der Leyen.

The head of the National Security and Defense Council's CDC spoke about the intensification of Russian disinformation on social networks X, TikTok and YouTube Shorts. The Russian Federation is trying to promote theories about Ukraine's loss of subjectivity and discredit the West's support.

Former Trump adviser John Bolton recommends that CDU leader Friedrich Merz meet with the US president. Merz should explain to Trump the consequences of the trade war with the EU and discuss economic issues.

The United Kingdom, together with France and other countries, is developing a plan to end the Russian-Ukrainian war. This was announced by the British Prime Minister after talks with Zelenskyy, Macron, and Trump.

An international summit on support for Ukraine will be held in London with the participation of European leaders and senior NATO and EU officials. The meeting is expected to adopt an action plan to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.

The Hungarian prime minister sent a letter to the head of the European Council with a proposal to hold direct talks with Russia on Ukraine. Orban believes that the EU should follow the example of the United States in achieving peace.

The Kurdistan Workers' Party has announced a ceasefire with Turkey after Abdullah Ocalan called for the laying down of arms. The PKK is ready for self-dissolution, provided that an appropriate legal framework is created and its leader is released.

India's imports of Russian oil have fallen to their lowest level since January 2023 due to US sanctions. The country is compensating for the losses by purchasing from Iraq, Saudi Arabia and other suppliers.

Ukraine and Italy have signed an agreement to contribute EUR 13 million to the Energy Support Fund for Ukraine. Established in 2022, the Fund has already received pledges from partners worth more than €1 billion.

EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said that a new leader of the free world is needed after the skirmish between Zelensky and Trump in the White House.

Ukraine and the IMF reached an agreement at the expert level on the seventh review of the EFF program. The total amount of support is $15.5 billion, of which $9.8 billion has already been disbursed.