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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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EU seeks to unblock €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Orban's defeat - Bloomberg

The European Union plans to quickly approve funding for Ukraine after Péter Magyar's victory in the elections. The new Hungarian leader promises close cooperation with Brussels.

Politics • April 13, 12:07 PM • 20329 views
"Prince Oleg the Seer" under the microscope - HUR showed a new Russian UAV

Intelligence showed a 3D model of the drone with Chinese cameras and Swiss chips. The drone has a range of 45 km and uses AI for target tracking.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 10:49 AM • 3374 views
Ukraine expects Zelenskyy's contact with Magyar - MFA

Foreign Minister Sybiha announced that signals had been sent to Hungary regarding a meeting of the leaders. Kyiv seeks to unblock EU accession and discuss sanctions.

Politics • April 13, 08:39 AM • 16860 views
May unblock €90 billion, but against arms supplies and accelerated EU accession - Politico learned the consequences of Magyar's victory for Ukraine

Magyar may unblock an EU loan for Ukraine but opposes arms supplies. Hungary's new leader plans a referendum on Ukraine's EU accession.

Politics • April 13, 07:18 AM • 8595 views
Orbán's Fidesz defeat in Hungary turned into a public celebrationPhotoVideo

Péter Magyar's opposition Tisza Party won 138 seats in the Hungarian parliament. Orbán conceded defeat amidst celebrations by opposition supporters in Budapest.

News of the World • April 13, 05:57 AM • 8355 views
Péter Magyar's party wins a constitutional majority in the Hungarian elections - 99% of votes countedPhoto

The Tisza Party received 69. 35% of the votes and 138 seats in parliament. Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party lost the elections with 27.64% of the votes.

Politics • April 13, 04:14 AM • 12672 views
"European values prevail": EU leaders congratulate Magyar on election success in HungaryPhotoVideo

The President of the European Council and the Prime Ministers of Spain and Poland congratulated the leader of the Tisza party. António Costa noted the record turnout and expressed readiness for cooperation with Hungary.

Politics • April 13, 02:53 AM • 12749 views
"Hungary made history today": Magyar called on the Orbán government to resign immediatelyPhoto

Tisza party leader Péter Magyar announced victory over the regime and demanded the creation of a transitional government. The EU has already congratulated the opposition leader on his election success.

Politics • April 13, 12:58 AM • 13747 views
EU leaders congratulate Péter Magyar on his election victory in Hungary

Macron, Merz, and Nausėda reacted to the success of the Tisza party and democratic changes. European leaders look forward to cooperation to strengthen EU unity.

Politics • April 12, 11:09 PM • 10247 views
EU calls for intensified diplomatic efforts after US-Iran talks fail

The European Union insists on a diplomatic resolution to the conflict despite the lack of results from the meeting. Britain and France are planning a coalition in the Strait of Hormuz.

News of the World • April 12, 03:45 PM • 5785 views
Fragment of Ukrainian drone wing washed ashore on Estonian coast

A local resident found a drone wing fragment on Kalvi beach in Estonia. The Security Police suggest that the fragment may belong to a Ukrainian drone.

News of the World • April 12, 02:49 PM • 4446 views
Hungarian elections on April 12 - voter turnout exceeded 54%Photo

As of 13:00, voter activity is 10% higher than in 2022. Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar are vying for the votes of over 7 million citizens.

Politics • April 12, 12:48 PM • 8730 views
EU and US nearing critical minerals deal to reduce dependence on China - Media

The US and the EU plan to set minimum prices for critical minerals. The agreement aims to create supply chains independent of Chinese exports.

Economy • April 10, 03:18 PM • 15416 views
Ukraine to complete repair of Druzhba oil pipeline in spring - Zelenskyy

Ukraine plans to complete the restoration of the damaged oil pipeline by the end of spring. Hungary is blocking an EU loan to Kyiv due to delays in oil supplies.

Economy • April 10, 02:52 PM • 3495 views
Russia spreads fake video where Ukrainian military allegedly discusses preparing riots in Budapest - CPD

The CPD has uncovered a staged video where unknown individuals in uniform discuss riots in Hungary. The provocation aims to discredit Ukraine and interfere with elections.

News of the World • April 10, 12:32 PM • 6127 views
Expert on the destruction of Russian hacker networks: SBU, together with the FBI and Europeans, is creating a new cyber alliance

The Security Service of Ukraine, under the leadership of Yevhen Khmara, has become a co-leader of an international operation to eliminate cyber threats. The special services exposed a large-scale Russian network that hacked routers around the world.

Politics • April 10, 12:12 PM • 2339 views
Europe's first Center for Ukrainian Unity to open in Berlin

Starting April 15, a hub for consultations on returning to Ukraine and social services will open in Berlin. The center will offer educational activities and assistance from the Pension Fund of Ukraine.

Society • April 10, 11:38 AM • 6819 views
"Without Ukraine and Turkey, Europe cannot compare with Russia" - Zelenskyy on European security if the US is truly considering leaving NATO

The President spoke about the key role of the EU in European security. Volodymyr Zelenskyy considers it necessary to involve new states in the union.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 09:55 AM • 3574 views
EU rules on entry with fingerprints and photos come into force - detailsVideo

The EES system will collect fingerprints and photos of foreigners at Schengen borders starting from April 10, 2026. The new rules will replace passport stamps with digitalization.

Society • April 10, 08:34 AM • 22251 views
US Ambassador to the EU denied Trump and Vance's interference in Hungarian elections

Andrew Pazder stated that there was no US interference in the Hungarian elections. This happened after J.D. Vance's visit to Budapest and meeting with Viktor Orbán.

Politics • April 9, 09:35 PM • 15650 views
EU concerned about possible contacts between Budapest and Moscow – demands explanations

The EU is concerned about recordings of conversations between Szijjártó and Lavrov regarding the blocking of Ukraine's European integration. The Hungarian government must urgently provide explanations for its actions.

Politics • April 9, 04:12 PM • 3904 views
We will definitely unblock the money - Zelenskyy on the €90 billion EU loan

The President is confident in receiving aid despite Hungary's blocking. Part of the funds will be directed to record domestic defense production.

Economy • April 9, 04:07 PM • 3640 views
Hungary betrayed the EU by disclosing information about sanctions negotiations to Russia - French Foreign Minister

The French Foreign Minister called Szijjártó's contacts with Lavrov regarding sanctions a violation of EU solidarity. The European Commission restricted Budapest's access to classified data.

Politics • April 9, 03:04 PM • 3946 views
EU to allocate 2 billion euros to Ukraine to support reforms - media

Brussels will provide financial assistance through Kyiv's implementation of EU and IMF reforms. Hungary continues to block a 90 billion euro loan over the oil pipeline.

Economy • April 9, 02:44 PM • 2734 views
Poroshenko declared almost 53 million in payments from Orban's pro-Russian government and transferred another 15 million to HungaryPhoto

Poroshenko declared almost 53 million in payments from Orban's pro-Russian government and transferred another 15 million to Hungary.

Politics • April 9, 11:03 AM • 50165 views
Russia spread 700 publications about NATO's "split" over Ukraine

The Center for Strategic Communications recorded large-scale disinformation about the NATO "crisis. " Ukraine is presented as a "threat" and an "incapable state under external influence."

Society • April 9, 08:58 AM • 3909 views
Kremlin spreads fakes about EU nuclear weapons to split relations with US - ISW

Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service groundlessly accused EU leaders of developing nuclear weapons. ISW considers this an attempt by Moscow to spoil US-EU relations.

Politics • April 9, 01:46 AM • 13425 views
Szijjártó promised Lavrov documents on Ukraine's accession to the EU - media published new "leaks" of audio recordings of conversations

Recordings of conversations between the Hungarian and Russian foreign ministers regarding negotiations in Brussels have been released. Szijjártó informed the Kremlin about the conditions for Ukraine's accession and national minorities.

Politics • April 8, 05:30 PM • 7696 views
"He's a hypocrite" - Germany accuses J.D. Vance of interfering in Hungarian elections

Berlin rejected the US Vice President's statements about the EU's influence on Hungary. German authorities consider Vance's support for Orban to be real interference in the process.

Politics • April 8, 02:55 PM • 4596 views
The EU is introducing a new border crossing system - what will change for Ukrainians and what you need to know

From April 10, 2026, Ukrainians will undergo biometric registration when entering 29 European countries. The system will automatically control the length of stay.

Society • April 8, 02:21 PM • 52658 views