Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar accused Russia of interfering in the 2026 parliamentary elections. Russian intelligence published a statement that echoes Orbán's theses against Magyar.
Allies are considering several European cities for a possible meeting between the presidents of the USA, Ukraine, and the head of the Kremlin. The meeting location depends on the results of tomorrow's meeting in Alaska.
The SBU has collected evidence against 12 members of the “Other Ukraine” group, which operates in Moscow. They were engaged in discrediting Ukraine and destabilizing the situation in partner countries.
The European Union plans to adopt the 19th package of sanctions against Russia next month. This will continue to pressure the Kremlin over the war in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian company "Automagistral-Pivden" has signed a contract for the reconstruction of a 43-kilometer section of the R34 highway in Moldova. The contract value is 57.1 million euros, financed by the EBRD.
The Coalition of the Willing opposes restrictions on the Armed Forces of Ukraine in a future peace agreement and rejects the Kremlin's veto right on Ukraine's accession to the EU and NATO. Leaders supported Trump's efforts for peace in Ukraine.
In Berlin, EU and US leaders confirmed that issues of Ukraine's territorial integrity and security cannot be resolved without Kyiv's participation. If Russia does not take steps towards peace, pressure on the Kremlin will be increased.
A deal on the war in Ukraine between Trump and Putin in Alaska is unlikely due to Zelensky's absence from the negotiations. Territorial concessions are the main stumbling block, with the President of Ukraine rejecting territorial exchange.
China is imposing sanctions against Lithuanian UAB Urbo Bankas and AB Mano Bankas. This is in response to EU measures against two Chinese financial institutions that cooperated with Russia.
President of the European Council António Costa announced the EU's intention to cooperate closely with the US to end Russia's war against Ukraine. Achieving a ceasefire remains a priority.
Polish media reported on the participation of the new Polish president, Karol Nawrocki, in a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which took place after an online meeting with Donald Trump. The president's spokesman, Rafał Leskiewicz, denied information about the participation of Prime Minister Donald Tusk in the meeting with the US president.
Ukraine has 5 key demands for a war settlement, including a long-term truce before territorial exchange, reparations, and security guarantees. The return of prisoners and children is also a priority.
Ukraine's allies are discussing a gradual easing of sanctions against Russia in the event of a full ceasefire, with the possibility of their renewal if violations occur. Italy insists on Europe's inclusion in Trump's negotiations with Putin regarding Ukraine.
Ukraine offered Poland to use the EU SAFE instrument within defense cooperation. The parties discussed cooperation within NATO and joint counteraction to threats.
The EBRD and Naftogaz signed an agreement for 500 million euros for gas procurement. This is the bank's largest project in Ukraine, for the first time under an EU guarantee.
President Zelenskyy believes that two bilateral and one trilateral meeting involving the US are needed to end the war. Europe must witness the outcome, which will provide security and economic guarantees for Ukraine.
The EU and over 24 countries are calling on Israel to urgently allow the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza. The humanitarian situation in the region has reached a critical level, with 2.4 million residents at risk of starvation.
Switzerland joined the 18th package of EU sanctions against Russia with a number of reservations, which will come into force on August 12. The country added 14 individuals and 41 organizations to the sanctions lists, as well as 105 vessels of Russia's "shadow fleet".
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a phone conversation with his Romanian counterpart Nicușor Dan. They discussed further joint diplomatic steps and EU support for Ukraine.
The European Commission sees nothing new in Hungary's refusal to sign the statement on supporting Ukraine. It emphasizes the need for EU unity, otherwise Russia will benefit from it.
China hopes for the participation of all interested parties in peace talks regarding the war in Ukraine. This comes ahead of the summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on August 15.
From October 12, the European Union is implementing a new digital Entry/Exit System (EES), which will replace passport stamping and add biometric registration. This innovation will affect hundreds of millions of tourists and business visitors from outside the EU.
MP Akos Hadhazy published photos of Viktor Orban's unfinished estate, which features a palm garden and a private zoo. Heated roads and an underground corridor were found on the territory, and the media compares the residence to "Mezhyhirya."
President Zelenskyy thanked European leaders for their support and noted that Russia is preparing for new offensive operations. He emphasized the importance of global unity and continued pressure on the aggressor.
After 2022, European defense enterprises tripled the pace of building new production facilities, deploying over 7 million square meters of capacity. This is the largest rearmament surge in the region in decades.
Ukraine is considering freezing the front, recognizing Russia's control over occupied lands, provided there are security guarantees and a path to NATO. This comes ahead of a meeting between Trump and Putin.
EU leaders supported Trump's peace efforts ahead of his summit with Putin. They emphasized that the path to peace in Ukraine cannot be determined without Ukraine, and a diplomatic solution must protect the security interests of Ukraine and Europe.
The European Union is preparing its 19th package of sanctions against Russia, as it has not agreed to a full ceasefire. The EU will not discuss concessions to the aggressor country and will continue to support Ukraine.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski emphasized that negotiations between Trump and Putin cannot resolve the issue of peace in Ukraine without the participation of Kyiv and the EU. Europe provides the main assistance to Ukraine, which is a matter of security for the continent.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Putin dreams of "Munich 2" and seeks to return to spheres of influence. He emphasized that Putin's ultimatums are not a readiness for negotiations, but an attempt to test the unity of allies.
