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The EU has unanimously agreed to open the first negotiation cluster for Ukraine on June 15. Decisions regarding the other five areas will be made in June-July.

The government approved a low-carbon development strategy until 2050 and updated the climate plan. This is expected to attract EU funds and accelerate GDP growth.

Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Pashinyan on his victory, ignoring hundreds of electoral violations. OSCE observers recorded instances of bribery and selective justice.

The Parliament has adopted a resolution to strengthen interaction with the government regarding EU accession. The Cabinet of Ministers is expected to report quarterly on the progress of negotiations and the adaptation of laws.

Cabinet of Ministers approves changes to Ukraine Plan to receive €8. 35 billion in support. The update includes 26 new steps in the fields of energy and law.

Merz proposed associate EU membership for Ukraine and reaffirmed support. He condemned the trips of AfD deputies to Moscow for champagne receptions.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called on the EU to appoint a representative for negotiations with the Russian Federation.

China has canceled talks with the EU due to trade tensions and rising exports. Brussels is preparing restrictions against Chinese goods and companies.

Former Deputy Commander of the Navy Serhiy Yeliseyev has been sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison. He betrayed his oath in 2014 and entered service in the Russian fleet.

Brussels and Seoul reaffirmed their commitment to the denuclearization of the peninsula and are strengthening defense cooperation. The parties also condemned the military ties between the Russian Federation and the DPRK.

Berlin wants to allocate €6. 6 billion for new aid to Ukraine. Poland is demanding this money as compensation for weapons already provided to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

47 states and the EU condemned the Russian attack on the nuclear storage facility near the Chornobyl NPP. Andrii Sybiha called on the world to increase pressure on the aggressor and stop nuclear blackmail.

The European Commission proposes to include Patriarch Kirill and Arkady Dvorkovich in the new sanctions package. They face entry bans and asset freezes.

A survey across 15 countries showed a drop in trust in the US as an ally from 22% to 11%. Most citizens doubt Washington's military aid.

Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.

EU ambassadors have approved sanctions against 34 individuals and 47 Russian entities. The extension of the ban on any investment in Crimea for one year was also approved.

The Ukrainian Renewable Energy Association (UREA) has appealed to the NEURC and the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine regarding the revision of the electricity transmission tariff.

The Parliament approved amendments to the 2026 budget, increasing spending on security and defense by UAH 1. 56 trillion. Additionally, UAH 559.1 million was allocated for energy needs.

The EU has called on Albania to comply with environmental regulations regarding the construction of Jared Kushner's resort. The project threatens the habitats of migratory birds.

Bangkok plans to finalize a free trade agreement with the European Union by the end of the year. This will help the country reduce its dependence on US and Chinese markets.

The IRClass register has canceled the certification of vessels with a total deadweight of 13 million tons. This will complicate the operation of the tankers and their access to international ports.

Kyiv fears a delay in EU accession due to the elections in France and the pace of reforms. Ukraine is frustrated by proposals for only associate membership in the bloc.

Diplomats confirmed the inclusion of the head of the ROC in the 21st EU sanctions package. Hungary is ready to lift its veto on restrictions against Kirill.

The leaders signed a declaration on defense cooperation and the development of air defense systems. They discussed sanctions against the Russian shadow fleet and Ukraine's accession to the EU.

Kubilius proposes creating a defense union based on the E5 for Ukraine's rapid integration. The new structure will allow for the strengthening of European security outside the EU.

Ukraine has fulfilled all conditions for EU membership and awaits the decision of its partners. President Zelenskyy called for the opening of all negotiation clusters in the near future.

Zelenskyy stated the impossibility of defending Europe without Ukraine's participation in NATO. The NB8 leaders confirmed the state's importance for the security of the entire continent.

Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov stated that Ukraine "has enough weapons and needs people. " At the same time, official Sofia calls on the parties to engage in negotiations mediated by the EU.

Parliament passed a law on a unified declaration of integrity and family ties for judges. This will unlock over 300 million euros in financial aid from the European Union.

The EU has presented the 21st sanctions package, covering energy, finance, and fisheries. An entry ban has been introduced for all Russian military personnel.