Kaya Kallas

Ursula von der Leyen plans to discuss sanctions against Russia with the Indian Prime Minister. The EU is seeking to strengthen control over the implementation of restrictions, as Russian aggression threatens both Europe and India.

The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the newly appointed Prime Minister of Belgium Bart de Wever. The parties discussed support for Ukraine and the use of frozen Russian assets.

The leaders of the Nordic and Baltic countries announced increased military assistance to Ukraine and support for its membership in NATO. They also reaffirmed their support for Ukraine's European integration and emphasized the importance of holding Russia accountable.

The EU has adopted the 16th package of sanctions and is working on the 17th. Ministers supported a new military aid initiative for Ukraine, the details and scope of which will be discussed at the March 6 summit.

Kaja Kallas reported an increase in the number of EU countries supporting the confiscation of frozen Russian assets. However, the EU diplomat does not expect an agreement to be reached in March due to the lack of unanimous support.

The EU foreign policy chief said that NATO membership is the strongest and cheapest security guarantee for Ukraine. She emphasized the irreversibility of Ukraine's path to the Alliance and praised the Ukrainian army as the strongest in Europe.

EU Diplomacy Chief Kaja Kallas announced broad support for a new defense initiative for Ukraine. Specific amounts of aid and decisions may be made at the EU summit on March 6.

The EU foreign policy chief expressed concern over the US statements but emphasized the possibility of resolving differences. Tomorrow he will meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

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 Diplomacy Chief Kaja Kallas said that the Russian narrative is present in messages from the United States. She commented on Trump's falling into the Russian disinformation bubble.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said that a peacekeeping mission to Ukraine is impossible until Russia wants peace. Discussions on security guarantees for Ukraine continue.

Kaja Kallas expects the adoption of the 16th sanctions package against the Russian Federation, which will include restrictions from gaming consoles to the shadow fleet. A new defense initiative is also planned to supply ammunition to Ukraine.

Kaja Kallas is traveling to the USA to meet with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The purpose of the visit is to discuss important issues and maintain unity between European and American leaders.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine had a phone conversation with the Vice-President of the European Commission on the 16th package of sanctions against Russia. The parties discussed military support for Ukraine and ensuring peace in Europe.

Kaja Kallas proposed a new EU initiative for military support to Ukraine until 2025. The plan provides for lethal and non-lethal assistance, including artillery and air defense systems.

EU foreign ministers hold an emergency discussion in Munich after the US Vice President's announcement of a new relationship with Europe. Kaja Kallas announced new initiatives to support Ukraine.

A senior US official, John Cole, said that the United States has not ruled out Ukraine's potential membership in NATO or a negotiated return to its borders by 2014, contradicting comments made this week by the U. S. Defense Secretary ahead of possible peace talks to end the war in Ukraine.

Mark Rutte said that NATO would respond with a devastating response in the event of a Russian attack on the Alliance. The Secretary General emphasized the importance of helping Ukraine and strengthening its own defense capabilities.

The European Union plans to blacklist 25 Chinese companies for circumventing sanctions against Russia. Companies from China and Hong Kong will be banned from supplying goods from the EU because of their assistance to the Russian military.

Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia will completely disconnect from the Russian power grid on February 8. The countries signed an agreement to synchronize with the European grid back in August 2023.

EU High Representative Kaja Kallas announced that over 134 billion euros in aid had been provided to Ukraine, including 50 billion in military aid. She emphasized the need to increase support for Ukraine.

The EU plans to add 35 individuals and 19 companies from Russia, the DPRK and China to the sanctions list. The new package will include prohibitive duties on fertilizers and certain agri-food products.

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with EU representative Kaja Kallas about sanctions against Russia. The parties discussed strengthening transatlantic security and increasing European defense spending.

EU High Representative Kaja Kallas commented on possible obstacles to Ukraine's accession to the EU from Hungary. She emphasized that despite the complexity of decision-making, the EU always reaches consensus.

The European Union is preparing new sanctions against Russia, which will include a ban on the sale of PlayStation and Xbox game consoles. The reason is that the consoles are used by the Russian military to control drones.

The European Union is working on a new package of sanctions against Russia, which is expected to be ready by February. Kaja Kallas emphasized the importance of continuing economic pressure and military support for Ukraine.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry does not recognize the legitimacy of the elections in Belarus, where Lukashenko received 86. 82% of the vote. The Ministry joined the EU assessment, calling the elections a farce due to the lack of real competition and political repression.

EU foreign ministers agree on a plan to ease sanctions on Syria. Restrictions in the energy and transportation sectors may be lifted, but the decision could be reversed if the wrong steps are taken.

The EU Council has officially extended economic sanctions against Russia until July 31, 2025. The restrictions cover trade, finance, energy, technology and other sectors.

EU foreign ministers have decided to extend sanctions against Russia for six months. According to Kaja Kallas, this will continue to deprive Moscow of revenues to finance the war.