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The European Commission has begun negotiations on connecting Ukraine to GOVSATCOM and the future IRIS² network. The terms and timeline are still being agreed.

Poland prevented a threat at one of the crossings on the border with Ukraine, Donald Tusk said. He expects new Russian attacks on trade routes.

The Kaviz, Charminar and Riesco tankers transported Russian oil and operated in circumvention of sanctions. All three vessels are under sanctions imposed by Ukraine and the U.S.

The global temperature in August was 1. 65 °C above the pre-industrial level. Copernicus links the record to warming and El Niño.

PACE proposes directing Russia’s frozen assets toward compensation for Ukraine under ECHR judgments. The amount could reach hundreds of billions of euros.

EU gas storage facilities are 67% full, while investments in phasing out Russian energy resources amount to €54. 3 billion instead of €300 billion.

The EU Court rejected Hungary's lawsuit against the use of windfall profits from frozen Russian assets for military support to Ukraine. Budapest has repeatedly challenged the financing mechanism.

Sybiga discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses and sanctions against the production of Russian ballistic missiles with Kallas. They also discussed the maritime corridor and food security.

Kaja Kallas said that NATO had abandoned plans for the temporary loss of Baltic territory and strengthened the region's defense. She also warned about Russia's shadow war.

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine emphasized that the European Commission’s decision is critically important for preparing air defense for the autumn-winter period.

Zelenskyy stressed that Europe must participate in negotiations on ending the war. He also stated the need for security guarantees and support for Ukraine's accession to the EU.

Iceland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs called Trump’s map showing an American flag over Iceland inappropriate and summoned the U. S. ambassador. The post appeared amid attention focused on Greenland.

The government plans to adopt the necessary decisions by November 1 to enable Ukraine to access the funding. The Ukraine Support Loan package for 2026–2027 totals €90 billion.

The Cabinet of Ministers proposes levying 20% VAT on marketplace parcels from the first euro, while retaining the customs duty and the exemption for gifts worth up to €45. The new rules could come into effect no earlier than July 2027.

Finland has built about 200 kilometers of barriers along its border with Russia at a cost of €356 million. The system includes fences, cameras, and sensors.

Ukraine's international reserves stood at $48. 66 billion as of September 1, down 5% over the month. The decline was caused by foreign exchange interventions and lower aid inflows.

According to the expert, it was important for Washington to receive positive signals from both sides, and in his assessment, this became the main result of the visits.

The plant is planned to be transformed into a defense technology center producing air defense systems. The jobs of 1,400 employees may be preserved.

Kaja Kallas canceled the creation of the EU defense group after pressure from member states. Diplomats feared duplication of the European Commission's work.

Jordan Bardella, leader of the "National Rally," is demanding guarantees of repayment for aid to Ukraine. He proposes spending funds only on European weapons.

Eurometal forecasts the loss of 300,000 jobs in the EU by the end of 2026 due to competition from China. The association is preparing a protest in Brussels.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha called Russia's hybrid attacks a coordinated strategy against Europe. He called for strict restrictions and sanctions.

Serbia’s ruling party has nominated Aleksandar Vučić for the post of prime minister after the parliamentary elections expected on October 25. The vote will take place amid prolonged protests and political tensions.

In June and July, about 14. 4 thousand Ukrainians with temporary protection left Poland. There are currently 953.1 thousand people there.

Poland’s gas storage facilities are 93. 5% full, compared with an EU average of 65.4%. The European Commission sees no threat to supplies.

G7 ambassadors met with the IMF mission headed by Gavin Gray. They discussed Ukraine’s economic outlook, financial needs, and key reforms.

Denmark plans to send illegal migrants to centers outside the EU starting in 2027. Ukrainians with temporary protection are not automatically affected by this.

Berlin links the suspected attack on Leipzig Airport to Russian special services. Germany demands tougher visa restrictions for Russians.

The Finance Minister forecasts a budget deficit of up to $32. 6 billion and a possible postponement of non-military payments. He called on the EU to use Russian assets.

Spain will increase its supply of missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine. Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares confirmed that a new batch is being prepared.