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Jean-Noël Barrot called Jean-Luc Mélenchon's statement on Donbas a retransmission of the Kremlin's position. He said that the candidate was unfit for the office of president.
Petteri Orpo said that Europe must jointly counter Russia’s increasingly aggressive hybrid actions. He called for stronger sanctions and support for Ukraine.
Germany’s AfD proposes holding a summit on the war in Abu Dhabi in spring 2027 without Ukraine. The party wants to restore ties with Russia.
The leaders of five EU countries called for deeper cooperation with Britain on clean energy. They want to accelerate its return to the EU electricity market.
European countries reject Putin's pre-war demands and insist that the war be ended before security is discussed. Talks between Russia, Ukraine and the US will take place in Abu Dhabi.
Finland is assessing Ukraine’s experience in fortifying its 1,340-kilometer border with Russia. The obstacles must withstand harsh northern conditions.
Zelenskyy said that agreements between Russia and Europe could threaten the EU. Ukraine does not want there to be a "Yalta 2".
Yulia Mendel spoke at an AfD event in the Bundestag and called for Ukraine to have neutral status. "The Greens" called it Russian propaganda.
Media outlets in Ireland and Bulgaria received bomb threats, and dozens of flights were disrupted. No explosives were found.
Starting January 1, France will provide air defense for the area around Rzeszów Airport as part of a NATO mission. French systems will operate alongside U.S. Patriot systems.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon's party proposes France's gradual withdrawal from NATO, the nationalization of defense companies, and the development of its own capabilities. Regarding Ukraine, it advocates a diplomatic settlement and security guarantees.
Germany’s Defense Ministry warned against a sharp reduction in dependence on American weapons. This could harm relations with Washington and the industry.
Trump met with Putin’s envoy Kirill Dmitriev and announced preparations for a major deal. Talks between the United States, Ukraine, and Russia are scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi.
Russia combines strikes on defense-industry enterprises with campaigns to discredit manufacturers. The manipulations threaten contracts, funding, and weapons production.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte predicts that the war will end with a peace agreement and compromises. He called on Europe to remain vigilant regarding the Russian threat.
The President of the Czech Republic does not seek to represent Europe in negotiations on the war in Ukraine. Pavel is ready to share his experience working in NATO and the EU.
In Lviv, the governments of Ukraine and Slovakia signed a declaration and agreed to open bilingual secondary schools. Slovakia will transfer three electric locomotives and €1 million in aid.
Lieutenant General Christian Freuding will become the Inspector General of the Bundeswehr. Previously, he coordinated military aid to Ukraine.
Italy will present a new package of military aid for Ukraine to parliament, which may include Aster missiles for SAMP/T. Its contents are classified.
Europe is forced to rethink its own security system. Russia continues to build up its military potential, test NATO's readiness to respond to provocations, and use not only military but also hybrid tools against European states.
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer announced upcoming investigations into Trump's activities. The new Senate majority will also try to end the war in Iran after winning the midterm elections.
Ukraine has handed the United States its proposals for ending the war. The restoration and security guarantees were also discussed in Brussels.
Zelenskyy discussed preparations for trilateral negotiations and strengthening Ukraine's air defense with Witkoff and Kushner. The discussion included interceptors for Patriot and Drone Deals.
Zelenskyy spoke with Trump’s special representatives about the negotiations in Abu Dhabi on November 10–11. They also discussed consultations in Brussels.
The partners discussed the Prosperity Plan and Ukraine’s funding needs for 2027. The following day, negotiations will continue regarding security guarantees.
NATO is reviewing the defense of its eastern flank, planning to strike Russian troops and rear-area facilities. The United States and Europe are increasing their long-range missile capabilities.
Matthew Whitaker said that the midterm elections would not change U. S. policy. Washington will maintain its commitments to NATO while expecting Europe to strengthen its defense.
The EU has spent €418 billion on defense capabilities but retains critical gaps. Brussels plans to develop strategic capabilities and support Ukraine.
In Brussels, Ukraine will hold talks with the United States, the EU, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and NATO. They will discuss security guarantees and the Prosperity Plan.
Trump stated that the United States had obtained Greenland, referring to the September defense agreement. The document does not change Denmark's sovereignty over the island.