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From January to October 2026, the EU purchased 12. 89 million tonnes of LNG from Yamal for €8.7 billion. Imports are to be banned from January 1, 2027.
Ireland called on all EU countries to contribute to financing Ukraine for the sake of the European Union's security. Kyiv's budget deficit could reach €70 billion.
On November 14, Ukraine will play group leaders Northern Ireland in Belfast. The match will begin at 21:45, with the hosts being the favorites.
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.
The King of Belgium instructed Bart De Wever to resume negotiations on the 2027 budget. The Prime Minister is to report on the results on November 16.
Oleksandr Zubkov was injured in a match for "AEK" and will not play against Georgia and Northern Ireland. Shaparenko and Vanat have been called up in his place.
Employees of Czech public television are on strike, and thousands of people are protesting the switch to state funding. The government promises to preserve editorial independence.
The passport details of Lee Jae-myung and 167 other people appeared on a paid website. Authorities consider this a data leak and are reissuing the documents.
After refrigeration failures in supermarkets in six EU countries, the European Commission will assess retailers’ readiness for cyberattacks.
Exercises involving 2,800 military personnel from 10 countries will take place in Poland from November 9 to 22. They will test the forces’ readiness for deployment in Ukraine after a ceasefire.
Bart De Wever submitted his resignation to the king after negotiations on reducing the deficit by €10 billion failed. The king is consulting the parties.
The temperature of refrigerators and freezers suddenly changed in dozens of stores in Belgium and Sweden. The retail chains are investigating an IT incident.
Bart De Wever will meet with King Philippe to submit his resignation amid coalition disputes over reducing the deficit by €10 billion. Early elections could strengthen radical parties.
Protests took place in France and Germany over the rising cost of living and the quality of public services. Participants are demanding more funding for education and healthcare.
European countries have been swept by a wave of protests over the rising cost of living, the housing crisis, and a lack of funding for public services. Trade unions have announced new strikes.
The Belgian Prime Minister expects the European Commission not to propose using Russian assets for Ukraine. The EU has agreed on €90 billion in loans.
Nearly 200 settler attacks were recorded in the West Bank in October. Those affected include a U.S. journalist and a French mayor.
Ryanair CEO expects airfares in Europe to rise by 10–20% due to a shortage of seats and high fuel prices. The company will cut 20 routes from Belgium.
The EU is urgently seeking €70 billion to support Ukraine in 2027 amid an intensifying Russian offensive. The options include joint borrowing or frozen Russian assets.
Spain’s Supreme Court upheld the cancellation of the arrest warrant for Carles Puigdemont. This clears the way for his return.
Zelenskyy said that partners oppose lifting the sanctions and are working on a new package. Russia’s frozen assets remain under Europe’s control.
Belgium plans to transfer 10 F-16s to Ukraine by the end of 2026. The aircraft are already intercepting jet-powered Shaheds and strengthening air defense.
EU leaders have resumed discussions on using Russian assets to support Ukraine. Belgium stated that its position remains unchanged.
The EU has recorded 1,715 cases of West Nile virus, and 130 people have died. The infection is spreading to northern Europe through mosquito bites.
After meeting with King Philippe, Zelenskyy said that Ukraine expects F-16s and ammunition for them from Belgium. He called for Russia's frozen assets to be preserved until the end of the war.
Zelenskyy will meet with European leaders and the NATO Secretary General in Brussels. He called for increased pressure on Russia and support for Ukraine.
The leaders of three countries called for permission to block burdensome EU laws. They also propose speeding up approval processes and reducing bureaucracy.
Students in Liège are protesting rising tuition costs and problems in education. The arrests are related to property damage and arson.
Ukraine dropped three places and 8. 08 points after the Nations League matches. The Russian national team remained 35th despite being suspended from FIFA and UEFA.
Beijing plans to nominate Sun Li for the position of WHO Director-General at a late stage. China seeks to strengthen its influence after the United States' withdrawal from the organization.