The European Commission presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, including a ban on maritime transportation of Russian oil. The Commissioner of the President of Ukraine for Sanctions, Vladyslav Vlasiuk, spoke about the 24% drop in Russia's oil revenues and the 36% increase in budget expenditures.
The European Commission has presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes a complete ban on seaborne transportation of Russian oil and the expansion of sanctions against the "shadow fleet. " The package also provides for restrictions on Russia's banking system and new export-import restrictions.
The European Commission spokesperson stated that contacts with Putin are possible under certain conditions, but there are currently no signals of Russia's readiness for peace. She also confirmed the absence of a common EU position on resuming interaction with the Kremlin but noted a change in the attitude of some member states.
President Zelenskyy and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed energy support for Ukraine and a new package of sanctions against Russia. The European Union will provide Ukraine with generators and energy equipment, and will finalize the 20th sanctions package.
The EU Foreign Affairs Council will today consider a prosperity plan for post-war Ukraine. The European Commission is working on this plan, which is closely linked to Europe.
The Hungarian government has launched a campaign to collect signatures against EU funding for Ukraine, arguing that it threatens to impoverish Hungarians. The campaign is unfolding ahead of elections where Orbán's party could lose its lead.
The European Union and India have reached a free trade agreement that provides for a significant reduction in tariffs on cars and wine from the EU. This agreement is called the "mother of all deals."
Irish Minister for European Affairs Thomas Byrne stated that Ukraine will be discussed during the visit of EU leaders to India. The visit aims to conclude a free trade agreement.
The European Commission confirmed its work on a prosperity plan for Ukraine, but without mentioning a date for EU accession. The issue of accession is considered a security guarantee and an element of prosperity.
Relations between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas are worse than with her predecessor Josep Borrell. Kallas complains about von der Leyen's dictatorial methods; her position is weakened by her background and limited political power.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the documents regarding the prosperity program for post-war Ukraine are not yet ready. He emphasized the importance of understanding the sources of funding for the country's reconstruction.
The meeting with Trump in Davos discussed strengthening Ukrainian air defense and additional PAC-3 missiles. Security guarantees have been finalized and are awaiting signing.
The European Commission announced the proximity of an agreement with the US and Ukraine on a framework program for post-war Ukraine. The document offers a response built on five key pillars.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, European leaders protested against Trump's intentions to buy Greenland and his threats regarding tariffs. They emphasized their readiness to defend the EU's sovereignty, despite calls for restraint.
Ursula von der Leyen stated the need for a new form of European independence due to geopolitical upheavals. She emphasized the importance of trade agreements and cooperation with the United States.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared the inviolability of Greenland's and Denmark's sovereignty. She emphasized the strengthening of security measures in the Arctic and the EU's readiness to cooperate with the US.
Donald Trump's threats regarding Greenland have caused outrage in Europe, which could lead to a "divorce" from America. European officials are considering creating a new alliance without the US, using a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine as a basis.
The EU is preparing to suspend the ratification of a new trade agreement with the US in response to Donald Trump's statement about imposing tariffs on goods from European countries that supported Greenland's sovereignty. The EU is considering using the Anti-Coercion Instrument, which would allow for the introduction of mirror tariffs.
The EU and the MERCOSUR bloc signed a free trade agreement, despite opposition from France and Poland. The ceremony took place in the capital of Paraguay with the participation of the leaders of the member countries.
Brussels is considering a revision of the EU accession system, proposing a two-tier model that could accelerate Ukraine's entry. This plan raises concerns among some member states about its implications for the Union.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may meet with US President Donald Trump next week at the economic forum in Davos. Kyiv's G7 allies may also join the meeting to secure personal support for security guarantees for Ukraine.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that after the development of a peace plan and security guarantees for Ukraine, Russia must demonstrate its interest in ending the war. The 20-point peace plan was discussed by Zelenskyy and Trump in 2025.
EU countries have supported a trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc, paving the way for its signing next week. The agreement, which concludes 25 years of negotiations, will create an integrated market with 780 million consumers.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Cyprus will make Ukraine a central priority of its presidency of the EU Council.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Cyprus today, where the ceremony marking the country's assumption of the EU Council presidency will take place. He will meet with the President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission, and the President of the Republic of Cyprus.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the goal of the Coalition of the Willing meeting is to provide reliable security guarantees for Ukraine. Ukraine's accession to the EU will be a key security guarantee and a central pillar of prosperity.
A summit of Ukraine's allies is taking place in Paris, where EU leaders may prepare a joint statement on security guarantees. Progress is expected in defining the guarantees that allies can provide, as well as discussing a peace plan.
Czech opposition parties are initiating a vote on the dismissal of Tomio Okamura from the post of Speaker of the lower house of parliament. The reason for this is his New Year's statements about Ukraine, which caused outrage and accusations of spreading Russian propaganda.
Ursula von der Leyen held talks with European leaders on support, security and reconstruction of Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of the country's accession to the EU.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that a "coalition of the willing" will gather in Paris in early January 2026. The goal is to finalize the agreement on specific contributions of countries to security guarantees for Ukraine.
