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European countries are considering options to compensate for a possible reduction in US aid to Ukraine. The US remains the largest supplier of weapons, and the EU needs 3 340 billion annually to strengthen defense.

ECB President Christine Lagarde calls on the EU not to respond to the new US tariffs. Instead, it offers to buy certain goods in the US and negotiate.

Chadian authorities have released a group of Russians and a Belarusian, including propagandist Maxim Shugaley, who is associated with the Wagner PMC. They were detained in September 2024 during the country's presidential election.

The European Commission is preparing a plan to reduce staff at many of its embassies due to budget constraints. The bloc plans to focus on countries with strategic interests of the EU and the G20.

A French court will announce a decision in the Marine Le Pen case on misuse of EU funds on March 31, 2025. The prosecutor's office demands to ban her from holding public office for 5 years.

The president of Ukraine congratulated the head of the European Commission on the approval of the new composition of Commissioners. Von der Leyen stressed the importance of European security and the need to increase defense spending.

Belarusian companies associated with Lukashenka earned 1 125 million on the supply of microchips for Russian military equipment. Among the delivered products are banned Western components for missiles and fighters.

The former foreign minister warned of the threat of the fall of the front line and the advance of Russians to the Dnieper in the event of a stop in the supply of weapons to the United States. Kuleba expressed doubts about Europe's ability to compensate for American aid.

Polish prime minister Donald Tusk has announced his refusal to accept the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement in its current form. The agreement was supposed to create one of the largest free trade zones with a population of more than 700 million.

The russian company Gazprom intends to stop gas transit through Ukraine after December 31, 2024. Gas exports to" non-CIS countries " will decrease by 20% and amount to less than 39 billion cubic meters.

The Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Poland discussed the issue of border control. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiga The parties noted that the transit of agricultural goods from Ukraine should be carried out without obstacles, in accordance with the principles of the EU "Solidarity Paths".

The foreign ministers of Ukraine and Poland stated that there are no obstacles to the exhumation of victims of the Volyn tragedy. They also discussed support for Ukraine's accession to the EU and the issue of border blockade.

The British order looks at options for reacting to the potential of Trump's tariff on imports. The British government can buy American goods, including Jack Daniel's bourbon, and Levi's Harley Davidson.

The European Commission has accused Bluesky of violating the Digital Services Act by failing to provide mandatory information. The company has engaged lawyers to resolve the issue of compliance with EU requirements.

Borrel called on EU countries to fulfill their obligations to arrest the Israeli Prime Minister by the ICC decision. G7 ministers discussed arrest warrants for Netanyahu and the Hamas commander at a meeting in Italy.

EU High Representative Josep barrel declared the independence of European support for Ukraine from the US position. He stressed the importance of continuing assistance to Kiev and stressed the strategic autonomy of the EU.

The Cabinet of ministers lowered the threshold for electricity imports from 80% to 60% for enterprises that are exempt from consumption restrictions. The capacity limit for imports from the EU has been increased to 2.1 GW.

The defense ministers of Germany, France, Italy, Poland, and the UK met in Berlin to discuss military assistance to Ukraine. They emphasized the importance of coordination and efficient use of defense budgets.

Ihor Kuzin has identified infectious diseases as the main threat to Ukrainians' health due to the war. The main problems include hepatitis A, intestinal infections and leptospirosis due to poor sanitary conditions.

Russia's maritime oil exports fell by 150,000 barrels per day by November 24. The largest decline occurred in Russia's western ports, where shipments fell by 25% compared to last month.

The Verkhovna Rada has registered a draft law on new standards for bus stations in line with EU regulations. The document provides for mandatory arrangement of platforms, information boards and waiting areas.

The incidence of COVID-19 is declining in Ukraine, but the number of ARVI cases is increasing. Over the past month, 50 deaths from coronavirus among unvaccinated people have been recorded.

NATO Allied Commander-in-Chief Pierre Vandier called on Europe to change its approach to armaments due to excessive bureaucracy. He emphasized the need to take more risks and invest in space, IT and military mobility.

Polish farmers threaten to block all border crossings with Ukraine if the government does not fulfill their demands. Farmers are demanding the preservation of the tax and opposition to the free trade agreement with South America.

The EU plans to include Chinese companies that help russia produce drones in the 15th sanctions package. Control over russian oil tankers will also be tightened to avoid sanctions circumvention.

Ukraine is focusing on fulfilling the promises of US President-elect Trump. Deputy Prime Minister Stefanishyna emphasized that ending the war is impossible without Ukraine's membership in the EU and NATO.

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine spoke about the stages of preparation of long-range UAVs made in Ukraine. Each drone carries 75 kg of explosives and is capable of hitting targets at a distance of up to 2000 km.

High levels of air pollution were detected at two monitoring stations in Kyiv - on Kharkivske Highway and Verbytskoho Street. In other areas of the city, the indicators remain within normal limits.

Independent candidate Kelin Gheorgescu, known for his criticism of the EU and support for Ukraine, leads after the first round of elections in Romania. In the second round, he will compete with Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu.

The European Commission has announced the 15th package of sanctions against Russia, which is expected to be presented next week. The package will not contain economic restrictions, but will expand the blacklist of individuals and companies.