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European Union

Political and economic union
The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union created after World War II to ensure peace and economic cooperation on the European continent. It evolved from the European Economic Community, founded in 1957, and was officially established as the European Union in 1993 with the entry into force of the Maastricht Treaty, guided by the values of democracy, freedom, equality, and the rule of law. The EU is the largest trading bloc in the world, actively works to protect the environment, and plays an important global role in promoting peace and development.
1957
Founding of the European Economic Community, which promoted economic integration
1985
Signing of the Schengen Agreement, which laid the foundation for free movement without border controls
1986
Adoption of the Single European Act, which laid the groundwork for the creation of a single market
1993
Official creation of the European Union by the Maastricht Treaty
1993
Launch of the single internal market, ensuring the free movement of goods, services, capital, and people
2002
Introduction of euro banknotes and coins as a single currency for many member states
2004
Largest enlargement, with ten new member states joining, contributing to peace and stability
2012
Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its long-standing work in promoting peace and reconciliation in Europe
2022
Granting Ukraine candidate status for accession, confirming its European perspective
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Media funding from foreign sources to be restricted in Georgia

Georgia's ruling party is initiating a new law on media that will limit its funding from foreign sources. The bill will be based on British legislation and will set standards of objectivity and journalistic ethics.

News of the World • February 5, 08:50 PM • 27516 views
Company, land plots, apartments, money: assets of Yanukovych's ex-bodyguard seized for state revenue

The HACC upheld the claim of the Ministry of Justice and seized Vyacheslav Zanevsky's assets for the benefit of the state. The confiscated property includes a company, 12 land plots, apartments and cash.

Economy • February 5, 05:16 PM • 41465 views
Orban may lose power in Hungary due to economic crisis

The economic crisis in Hungary threatens Viktor Orban's victory in the 2026 elections. High inflation, falling living standards, and a declining birth rate are undermining the Fidesz party's position.

News of the World • February 5, 05:04 PM • 27334 views
Ukrenergo's Supervisory Board holds a competition for the position of Chairman of the Board

Ukrenergo's Supervisory Board has announced a competition for the position of the company's CEO. The competition will be supported by Korn Ferry, one of the global executive search consultancies.

Economy • February 5, 04:33 PM • 26975 views
EU may hit US tech sector with possible Trump tariffs

The EU plans to use an “anti-coercion tool” in response to possible US duties on European goods. Brussels could hit the US technology sector and restrict intellectual property rights.

Economy • February 5, 03:41 PM • 29880 views
Pentagon prepares plan to withdraw US troops from Syria after Trump's announcement

The US Department of Defense is preparing a plan for the complete withdrawal of troops from Syria within 30-90 days. There are currently about 2,000 US troops in the country, including 1,100 temporary rotational forces.

News of the World • February 5, 12:30 PM • 25349 views
Sybiha on meeting with US Secretary of State Rubio: I am waiting for confirmation

Ukraine's Foreign Minister has no confirmation of a meeting with Marco Rubio at an expanded meeting of foreign ministers in Paris. Sibiga expects the possibility of such a conversation in the near future.

Politics • February 5, 11:13 AM • 22398 views
EU seeks to engage in dialogue with the US as soon as possible to avoid Trump's tariffs

The European Commission wants to start negotiations with the US as soon as possible to prevent the imposition of new duties. The EU is ready for difficult negotiations and to protect its own interests in trade.

News of the World • February 5, 09:00 AM • 23586 views
Ukraine is preparing to introduce criminal liability for violation of sanctions - Ministry of Justice

The Ministry of Justice is preparing a draft law on criminal liability for violating and circumventing sanctions. Violators will face fines of up to 120000 nmdg, imprisonment for up to 10 years and confiscation of property.

Politics • February 5, 08:49 AM • 111637 views
Greenland calls early elections amid Trump's interest

Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede announced early parliamentary elections on March 11. The main issues of the campaign will be independence from Denmark and protection from US claims, with the majority of the population supporting the idea of sovereignty.

News of the World • February 5, 03:37 AM • 102852 views
Special Tribunal for Russia: the Council of Europe formulated the main elements of the legal text

During the Core Group meeting in Brussels, the legal framework for the Special Tribunal against Russia was laid down. The tribunal will have the power to prosecute Russian political and military leaders.

News of the World • February 5, 12:46 AM • 101701 views
Hungary says Ukraine has invested “considerable funds” to discredit Orban

The leader of the Fidesz faction reported on the warnings of the special services regarding the Ukrainian campaign to discredit Orban. According to him, Ukraine has spent considerable money on spreading false materials through the media.

Politics • February 4, 09:10 PM • 42144 views
Russia's “shadow” fleet includes 230 tankers from the US and EU - media

The investigation revealed that one-third of Russia's “shadow fleet” consists of tankers sold by US and EU companies after the war began. The sale brought billions of euros to the former owners.

News of the World • February 4, 04:48 PM • 28007 views
Former NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg gets a new high position in Norway

Jens Stoltenberg has been appointed Minister of Finance of Norway in the new government. The appointment follows the Center Party's withdrawal from the government over disputes over EU energy directives.

News of the World • February 4, 12:07 PM • 25096 views
Trump agrees to suspend tariffs on Canada and Mexico after they pledge to tighten border controls - AP

The United States agrees to a 30-day pause in customs threats against Mexico and Canada following their border security moves. Canada appoints a “fentanyl czar” and adds Mexican cartels to the list of terrorist groups.

News of the World • February 4, 09:00 AM • 26136 views
Ukraine's rare earth metals, which Trump demanded in exchange for aid: what is known about them

Ukraine has the largest reserves of lithium and titanium in Europe, as well as other valuable deposits. Russia has already occupied 33% of rare earth mineral deposits, and the United States is interested in gaining access to Ukrainian resources.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 08:45 AM • 190620 views
EU and NATO discuss Greenland strategy after Trump's announcement: plans for joint action with the US in the Arctic region

EU leaders support Denmark's territorial integrity and oppose US plans for Greenland. NATO proposes to increase its military presence in the Arctic region with the participation of its northern allies.

News of the World • February 4, 08:36 AM • 25336 views
Bankers expect restrictions on currency transactions to be lifted: when will it happen

Currently, Ukrainians buy more than $1 billion worth of foreign currency every month, which puts pressure on the hryvnia.

Economy • February 4, 08:19 AM • 37407 views
Rebels in DR Congo declare a ceasefire for “humanitarian reasons”

An alliance of rebel groups in eastern DR Congo has announced a humanitarian ceasefire. According to the UN, 900 people were killed in the recent battles for Goma, and more than 400,000 became refugees.

News of the World • February 4, 06:53 AM • 23685 views
Scholz criticizes Trump for demanding rare earth metals from Ukraine

The German Chancellor opposed Trump's proposal to provide aid to Ukraine in exchange for rare earth metals. According to Scholz, Ukraine needs the resources to rebuild itself after the war.

Economy • February 4, 06:38 AM • 75179 views
Trump plans to impose 10% duty on all EU goods - The Telegraph

The Trump administration is considering a 10% tariff on all imports from the EU. European leaders are already discussing retaliatory measures to possible US trade restrictions.

News of the World • February 4, 05:28 AM • 33313 views
EU should be active in tariff talks with the US - Czech Prime Minister

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala announces the EU's readiness for active negotiations with the US on tariffs. Trump announces the imminent introduction of duties on European products due to the $300 billion trade deficit.

News of the World • February 3, 09:08 PM • 30237 views
Russian oligarch Usmanov's villa for sale in Germany for 25 million euros

A villa on Lake Tegernsee used by Russian oligarch Usmanov has been put up for sale for a record 25 million euros. The property belonged to an offshore company and is being sold to pay off debts under a court order.

News of the World • February 3, 07:05 PM • 36950 views
Trump postpones 25% tariff on Mexico for a month: reason given

The US suspends a new 25% tariff on Mexican goods for a month. In exchange, Mexico will send 10,000 troops to the northern border to fight drug trafficking.

Economy • February 3, 05:14 PM • 41931 views
Hungary wants to maintain all business relations with Russia, but the EU is against it - Orban

The Hungarian prime minister announced his intention to maintain all business relations with Russia, despite the EU's opposition. Orban claims that Russian energy is vital for Hungary's economy.

Economy • February 3, 03:43 PM • 55942 views
It will become the Afghanistan of the European Union: Orban makes scandalous statement about Ukraine's future without negotiations with Russia

The Hungarian prime minister said that without negotiations, Ukraine would become the “Afghanistan of the EU. ” He also emphasized that a Ukrainian victory is impossible without sending Western troops to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 3, 03:13 PM • 75929 views
Orban did not answer whether he personally considers Russia an aggressor

The Hungarian prime minister refused to express his personal position on Russian aggression, referring to the official position of the EU. He also said that the Ukrainian victory is impossible without direct intervention of Western troops.

War in Ukraine • February 3, 02:39 PM • 41296 views
Trump's statements push EU to greater cohesion - Macron

The French president said that Europe will make itself respected in case of an attack on its commercial interests. He also noted that the US statements are pushing the EU to greater cohesion and security.

News of the World • February 3, 02:25 PM • 23344 views
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Artificial regulation will not reduce prices for medicines, we need competition between manufacturers - Patients of Ukraine

Artificial regulation will not reduce prices for medicines, we need competition between manufacturers - Patients of Ukraine.

Politics • February 3, 02:18 PM • 119981 views
EU leaders vow to respond if Trump imposes tariffs

At a meeting in Brussels, EU leaders discussed a possible response to Trump's new tariffs on European goods. European leaders declared unity in opposing US trade restrictions.

News of the World • February 3, 02:02 PM • 23828 views