António Costa
British Prime Minister announces new meetings to plan a "peacekeeping mission" in Ukraine
Keir Starmer announces meetings to plan the military aspects of a peacekeeping contingent in Ukraine. Land, sea, air and reconstruction issues will be discussed.
Zelenskyy discussed with Costa the rearmament of Europe and Ukraine's integration into the EU
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with António Costa about Ukraine's participation in the ReArm Europe initiative and accelerating integration into the EU. They also discussed unblocking negotiation clusters.
EU leaders strongly supported Ukraine after Trump's conversation with Putin
The heads of the European Council and the European Commission expressed support for Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a just peace. This happened after Trump's conversation with Putin about a ceasefire.
Xi Jinping declined the invitation to the summit in Brussels: details
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.
Portugal heads to its third election in almost three years after Prime Minister's scandalous resignation
The President of Portugal has announced early parliamentary elections on May 18 after the resignation of Prime Minister Luís Montenegro. The Socialist Party is leading in opinion polls.
Orban demands “direct negotiations” with Russia “following the example of the United States” from the EU
The Hungarian prime minister sent a letter to the head of the European Council with a proposal to hold direct talks with Russia on Ukraine. Orban believes that the EU should follow the example of the United States in achieving peace.
Orban makes a new statement on Ukraine's accession to the EU: what he said
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said that Ukraine's accession to the EU is “unthinkable” at the moment. He believes that it would destroy the Hungarian economy, although he does not rule out changing his position in the future.
EU leaders held a videoconference before the summit on Ukraine: Macron shares details of meeting with Trump
French President Macron briefed EU leaders on the results of his meeting with Trump in Washington. This discussion took place on the eve of a special European Council meeting on March 6 to support Ukraine.
Ending the war in Ukraine and peace talks: Tusk meets with European Council President Costa
Polish Prime Minister Tusk and European Council President Costa discuss ending the war in Ukraine. An extraordinary meeting of the EU on March 6 will consider assistance to Ukraine and strengthening European security.
European Council President calls video conference before Ukraine summit: wants to hear from Macron about meeting with Trump
Antonio Costa announced a videoconference of EU Council members. At the meeting, Emmanuel Macron will report on his recent visit to Washington.
EU discusses new package of military aid to Ukraine up to 30 billion euros - report
EU foreign ministers are considering a new military aid package for Ukraine. The amount could be between 20 and 30 billion euros, with the final decision to be made by EU leaders on March 6.
EU is convening a special meeting on Ukraine on March 6
António Costa convenes a special meeting of the European Council to discuss support for Ukraine and strengthening Europe's defense. The EU is ready to increase financial and military support for Ukraine.
EU convenes emergency summit: what will European leaders discuss
European Council President Antonio Costa announced an extraordinary EU summit on March 6. Leaders will discuss strengthening European defense and Ukraine's long-term security.
"Peace cannot be a simple ceasefire": President of the European Council spoke with Trump's special representative on Ukraine
António Costa held a meeting with Keith Kellogg regarding the peaceful settlement in Ukraine. The parties stressed the need for a comprehensive peace and the continuation of cooperation between the EU and the USA.
Elysee Palace reveals topics of Macron's mini-summit in Paris: Ukraine will be among them
A mini-summit of European leaders will take place in Paris to discuss support for Ukraine and increased defense spending. The meeting also aims to reassure Kyiv of support.
European Council chief: concessions before negotiations are a huge mistake, so EU will continue to support Ukraine
European Council President António Costa has said that concessions before negotiations with Russia are unacceptable. Only Ukraine can determine the terms of the peace talks and the EU will continue to support it.
EU leaders meet with Zelenskyy in Munich: important statement on Ukraine's future
At a meeting in Munich, EU leaders Costa and von der Leyen assured Zelenskyy of their support for Ukraine until a just peace is achieved. They also reaffirmed their readiness to help speed up Ukraine's accession to the EU.
European NATO countries to increase defense spending to 2% - Koshta
The President of the European Council announced the readiness of NATO member states in the EU to increase defense spending by more than 2% of GDP. Since 2022, military spending has already increased by 30%.
One of the leaders of anti-Ukrainian party spotted at farmers' protest in Poland
In Warsaw, thousands of farmers protest against the Green Deal and imports from Ukraine outside the European Commission. Politicians from the Confederation and Law and Justice parties are seen at the rally.
The new President of the European Council assured: EU will support Ukraine as long as it is needed
President of the European Council Antonio Costa reiterated the EU's full support for Ukraine. The European Council will discuss Ukraine and its future membership in the EU.
Zelensky invited to the first EU summit after the change of leadership
EU Council President Antonio Costa invited Volodymyr Zelensky to the EU leaders ' summit. The main topics of discussion will be the situation in Ukraine, the global position of the EU and migration issues.
The EU will provide Ukraine with an additional 4.2 billion euros in December to support the budget
Starting next month, the EU will allocate 1. 5 billion euros each month for a year from frozen Russian assets.
Zelensky met with the new president of the European Council: they talked about strengthening Europe
Volodymyr Zelensky met with the newly elected president of the European Council Antonio Costa in Kyiv. The leaders discussed European and global affairs, as well as issues of peace and support for Ukraine.
EU officials arrive in Kyiv on a visit
Kaya Callas, the newly appointed EU High Representative for foreign affairs, visited Kyiv together with European Commissioner Marta Kos and president of the European Council Antonio Costa. Callas declared her support for Ukraine in the war.
Klymenko participates in G7 Interior Ministers' meeting: new areas of cooperation outlined
Ukraine's Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko discussed security issues and areas of cooperation at the G7 meeting. He spoke about the work of the Ministry of Internal Affairs during the war, including the elimination of the consequences of shelling and the documentation of war crimes.
Estonian Prime Minister Kallas has resigned. She is to become the EU's top diplomat
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas resigned along with her entire government after an extraordinary meeting, as she is expected to replace Josep Borrell as the EU's top diplomat.
Ursula von der Leyen, Kaya Callas and Antonio Costa nominated for top EU positions
Ursula von der Leyen, Kaya Callas and Antonio Costa were nominated for top positions in the EU after an agreement between EU leaders representing the bloc's three main political groups.
Von der Leyen, Costa and Callas agreed as heads of the European Commission, European Council and EU diplomacy - Politico
Six EU leaders agreed that Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa and Kaya Callas should receive leadership positions in the European Commission, the European Council and the foreign policy service, respectively.
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is being considered for the post of the EU's top diplomat
Estonia's Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is being considered for the post of Europe's top diplomat and head of the European Commission's Foreign and Security Policy Service, according to reports citing European diplomatic sources.
Quick alignment around the Big Four: Politico finds out who is vying for top EU leadership positions
The EU notes a rapidly emerging consensus on preferred names for top EU leadership positions: naming Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as president of the European Commission, António Costa as president of the European Council, Roberta Metsola as head of the European Parliament and Kaja Kallas as head of EU diplomacy.