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The Chairman of the PRC refused to visit the summit in Brussels, dedicated to the 50th anniversary of relations between the EU and China. The event, important for the partnership, remains in question.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that it may take more than 30 days to reach a silence agreement. Ukraine counts on the support of Europe and America in rebuilding the country and strengthening the army.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has issued 12 demands to the EU, including a point that the European Union should exist, but without Ukraine's membership. He published his demands on Saturday.

The European Union intends to continue providing Ukraine with weapons to ensure a strong position in negotiations and protection against possible attacks. EU representatives will not agree to stop supplies, even if the Russian Federation demands it.

The head of the Verkhovna Rada's anti-corruption committee stated that ARMA distorted information on budget revenues and the number of assets transferred to management. The Accounting Chamber also found problems in the agency's work.

Eurostat reported a record life expectancy in the EU – 81. 4 years. The longest life expectancy is in Spain (Madrid), Italy (Trento) and the Åland Islands, and the shortest is in Bulgaria.

The EU Council has extended individual sanctions against Russia. 3 deceased persons have been removed from the list and 4 persons have not been renewed, but the EU is ready to increase pressure on Russia.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Portugal has announced his intention to expand support for Ukraine, coordinating with the EU and NATO. The country is ready to increase assistance in various areas, including the F-16 program.

Andriy Sybiga discussed with Beate Meinl-Reisinger the expansion of economic partnership and attracting Austrian business to projects in Ukraine.

The EU has extended sanctions against Russia until September 15, 2025, but removed 4 individuals from the list under pressure from Hungary and Slovakia. The restrictions apply to almost 2,400 individuals and legal entities.

The EU will lift sanctions against Kantor, Degtyarev and Ismailova after Hungary blocked the extension of sanctions against the Russian Federation. The compromise allowed to maintain sanctions against more than 2,400 Russians.

Austria will provide Ukraine with an additional 2 million euros to support the "Grain from Ukraine" initiative. The country has already provided almost 300 million euros in financial and humanitarian aid.

At the March meeting of the European Council, EU leaders will discuss support for Ukraine, investments in defense and increasing the competitiveness of the European Union. There will also be an exchange of views on the EU's multiannual budget.

The European Union has approved the extension of sanctions against Russia for another six months, until September 15, 2025, despite Hungary's veto. Kantor, Ismailova, Degtyarev, and Rashevsky have been removed from the sanctions list.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Ukraine's accession to the EU requires unanimous support, and the final word remains with Hungary. He does not consider it fair to compare Ukraine with other candidate countries.

The price of gold is rising due to concerns about Trump's customs policy and geopolitical instability. Experts predict further increases in the price of the precious metal.

The EU plans to develop the defense industry by reducing US support. The priority is to provide Ukraine with weapons, ammunition and strengthen cooperation in the defense sector.

The French Prime Minister called Trump's statement about raising tariffs on alcohol from the EU a provocation. The Spanish government called for calm and firmness.

The European Union will agree on March 14 to extend personal sanctions against Russian citizens for 6 months. Hungary has given its consent after the removal of three people from the list.

Belgian police conducted searches in Huawei's offices in Brussels on suspicion of corruption of MEPs. Lobbyists could pay bribes to influence EU decisions.

Erdogan seeks closer cooperation with the EU in defense and economics in exchange for security, which may include the participation of Turkish troops in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Ankara is assessing a non-combat mission.

Trump has threatened to introduce a 200% duty on European wines if the EU does not abolish the 50% duty on whiskey from the USA.

Agro Ukraine Summit will take place on June 6, 2025 in Kyiv. The summit will bring together producers, processors, logistics operators and traders to discuss the development of the agricultural sector.

Hungary threatens to block the extension of EU sanctions against 2,000 Russians, demanding the exclusion of oligarch Fridman. Restrictions expire on Saturday unless all EU countries agree to an extension.

G7 foreign ministers are meeting in Canada amid disagreements between US allies and Trump over foreign policy and tariffs. They will discuss Ukraine and the Russian shadow fleet.

Law enforcement officers of Ukraine, Lithuania and Latvia exposed 14 members of a criminal organization. Fraudsters extorted money from EU citizens, posing as bankers and law enforcement officers.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that EU sanctions will be discussed at negotiations with Russia on a ceasefire in Ukraine. The issue of frozen Russian assets is also likely to be raised.

The number of cyber frauds is increasing in Ukraine. Experts advise to be vigilant, not to follow suspicious links and to use reliable antivirus programs to protect your finances.

The European Union has responded to US tariffs on steel and aluminum by publishing a list of goods that will be affected by tariffs. It includes meat, poultry, alcohol, chewing gum and women's negligee.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz supported the idea of a 30-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, calling it an important step towards a just peace. Kaya Kallas welcomed the negotiations between Ukraine and the United States in Jeddah.