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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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Szijjártó admitted to regular calls with Lavrov during EU meetings

The Hungarian Foreign Minister confirmed contacts with his Russian counterpart on energy and security issues. The EU has restricted the exchange of classified data with Hungary due to the risk of leaks to Russia.

News of the World • March 24, 01:15 PM • 5586 views
Ukraine needs €500 million in guarantees for roads - KulebaPhoto

Oleksiy Kuleba announced the need for guarantees to attract EIB and EBRD loans. The state of infrastructure is already limiting the effectiveness of logistics routes.

Society • March 24, 11:01 AM • 3833 views
EU secret documents at risk of leaking to the Kremlin via AfD, diplomats warn - Politico

German AfD lawmakers have access to confidential records of EU ambassador meetings. Diplomats fear data on Ukraine could be leaked to Russia and China.

News of the World • March 24, 07:03 AM • 5302 views
EU and Australia Conclude Free Trade Agreement After Years of Negotiations

The document abolishes tariffs on Australia's industrial exports and European food products. The parties also concluded an agreement on security and defense cooperation.

Economy • March 24, 03:58 AM • 7032 views
EU and Australia seek to conclude free trade agreement during von der Leyen's visit

Ursula von der Leyen will arrive in Canberra to discuss a trade agreement. The parties plan to resolve disputes over meat quotas and car tariffs.

News of the World • March 24, 12:40 AM • 6252 views
Hungarian opposition leader vows to remove Orbán's allies if he wins elections

Hungary's opposition leader promises to change the constitution and dismiss government-loyal court chiefs. Magyar aims to restore democracy and sever ties with Russia.

Politics • March 23, 11:02 PM • 14446 views
EU prepares response to Russian aggression in the Black Sea. Kallas announced new steps

Kaja Kallas announced the creation of an early warning system to protect infrastructure. She emphasized that the security of the Black Sea directly depends on the security of Ukraine.

Politics • March 23, 05:27 PM • 12529 views
US warns EU over deal - possible LNG disruptions and price hikes

Washington has warned Brussels about a review of the terms of a $750 billion LNG supply agreement. A change in the provisions of the Turnberry agreement threatens energy shortages in Europe.

Economy • March 23, 05:21 PM • 5382 views
Orban announced the possible wiretapping of Szijjártó and ordered an investigation

The Hungarian Prime Minister announced foreign interference and ordered an investigation into the details of the incident. Earlier, it became known about a data leak from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in favor of the Kremlin.

Politics • March 23, 04:34 PM • 7574 views
EU excludes Hungary from sensitive talks over fears of 'leaks' to Russia - Politico

The European Union is reducing the exchange of confidential data with Budapest due to the risk of leaks to the Kremlin. EU leaders are moving to meetings in narrow formats.

News of the World • March 23, 06:58 AM • 6660 views
Tusk stated that Poland suspects Hungary of transferring EU data to Russia

Donald Tusk spoke of long-standing suspicions regarding information leaks from Brussels to Moscow via Budapest. The Hungarian side officially denies all accusations.

News of the World • March 22, 11:14 PM • 7636 views
Sikorski criticized Nawrocki's visit to Orban due to ties with the Kremlin

The Polish Foreign Minister is outraged by the president's plans to support Orban, who is blocking aid to Ukraine. The visit coincides with a congress of pro-Russian politicians.

News of the World • March 22, 11:06 AM • 21849 views
Russia prepares assassinations and sabotage in Germany to stop aid to Ukraine - CPD

German intelligence services have recorded an increase in Russian espionage and the Kremlin's readiness for assassinations. The main targets are logistics and the defense sector.

News of the World • March 22, 08:50 AM • 7420 views
Zelenskyy: we are working on confiscating oil from Russian shadow fleet vessels

Ukraine and its partners are developing a mechanism to block tankers and seize raw materials. France has already detained a sanctioned vessel carrying Russian oil.

Economy • March 21, 07:30 PM • 7064 views
Szijjártó regularly reported to Lavrov during EU meetings - WP

The Hungarian Foreign Minister conveyed details of secret EU discussions to the Kremlin. Russian hackers also had full access to the Hungarian ministry's networks.

Politics • March 21, 06:41 PM • 11973 views
Zelenskyy signed a law on supporting young scientists and developing Ukraine's research infrastructure

The President approved changes to support young scientists and create a Register of Research Infrastructure. The law introduces the term post-doctoral researcher.

Society • March 21, 04:42 PM • 8199 views
Slovakia may block EU loan for Ukraine in the future - Fico

The Slovak Prime Minister supported Viktor Orban and criticized the halt of oil supplies. Fico called himself not a suicide bomber for a visit to Kyiv.

Politics • March 21, 04:15 PM • 11146 views
EU urges member states not to delay filling gas storage facilities - Bloomberg

European Commissioner Dan Jørgensen called on EU countries to start filling storage facilities early to avoid a price surge. Governments are being offered to lower their targets.

Economy • March 21, 04:01 PM • 7567 views
Russia wanted to stage an assassination attempt on Orban before the elections in Hungary - WP

The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service developed the Gamechanger plan to influence the elections in Hungary. The purpose of the staging was to shift voters' attention to security.

News of the World • March 21, 12:15 PM • 80092 views
Russia is increasing the scale of AI-powered attacks

In 2025, the EU recorded 540 cases of manipulation, 147 of which were created using AI. Ukraine became the main target of the attacks, and 30% of the interventions are attributed to Russia.

News of the World • March 20, 11:41 PM • 12345 views
Zelenskyy signed laws ratifying agreements with a number of countries in science, finance, social policy, and diplomacy

The President ratified agreements on attracting aid from Slovenia and the work of a Polish bank. Ukraine gained access to EU social programs and grants.

Economy • March 20, 03:53 PM • 4847 views
Collecting evidence of Russian attacks on infrastructure will be a priority for 2026 - Prosecutor General Kravchenko held an operational meeting in KharkivPhoto

Over 113,000 proceedings have been registered in Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions. Collecting evidence of attacks on infrastructure will be a priority for 2026.

Society • March 20, 03:38 PM • 5024 views
Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian courtPhotoVideo

Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian court.

Society • March 20, 11:49 AM • 24611 views
EU prepares for multi-year energy crisis due to attacks on Qatar - Media

Iranian attacks on Qatar's gas processing plant have caused fuel shortages in Europe. EU leaders are calling for a moratorium on attacks on energy facilities.

News of the World • March 20, 09:12 AM • 7227 views
EU assures decision on €90 billion to Ukraine will be delivered - "one way or another"

Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa confirmed the decision to allocate 90 billion euros. The European Union will fulfill its obligations even if one leader resists.

Economy • March 20, 07:36 AM • 6197 views
EU welcomes Zelenskyy's promise to restore "Druzhba" in six weeks

European Council President António Costa welcomed Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to restore infrastructure damaged by Russia. Repairs will take a month and a half.

Economy • March 20, 06:59 AM • 18407 views
MFA: Hungary politicizes the issue of the Druzhba oil pipeline

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine notes the absence of condemnation from Budapest regarding the shelling of the oil pipeline. Hungary politicizes this issue and makes demands on Ukraine, which, according to Kyiv, is absurd.

Economy • March 20, 05:39 AM • 5515 views
Fico threatens Ukraine with retaliatory steps over oil transit halt

The Slovak Prime Minister declared a state of emergency in oil supply. He accused Zelenskyy of interfering in the Hungarian election campaign.

Economy • March 20, 01:58 AM • 13533 views
Nausėda: EU must include "Rosatom" and "Lukoil" in new sanctions package

The President of Lithuania calls for the 20th sanctions package to be adopted as soon as possible and for "Rosatom" and "Lukoil" to be included in the 21st. According to him, increased pressure is necessary to change Russia's behavior.

Economy • March 19, 09:33 PM • 12148 views
Meloni told EU leaders she understands Orban's position on Ukraine - Politico

The Italian Prime Minister called Orban's actions normal due to elections and oil pipeline problems. Other EU leaders are outraged by Hungary's breach of agreements.

Politics • March 19, 06:46 PM • 6853 views