UEFA called FIFA's decision to suspend Folari Balogun's disqualification a crossing of the red lines of football integrity. The decision was made after a call from US President Trump to FIFA President Infantino.
The depositary Euroclear filed a lawsuit with a Belgian court to block a Russian court's decision to pay 220 billion euros. Euroclear insists that only Belgian courts have jurisdiction over it.
The US Department of Homeland Security allowed the Iranian football team to enter the country two days before the match against Egypt. The team must leave after Friday's match in Seattle.
The President of France and the Chancellor of Germany criticized the EU for opening communication with Putin, which caused a confrontation with other leaders. The leaders of Estonia, Denmark and the Netherlands supported their position.
European partners may finance the purchase of ten L-39NG Skyfox training and combat aircraft. The aircraft have been equipped with the capability to use underwing machine guns and missiles for intercepting drones.
The President of Ukraine met with King Philippe of Belgium. They discussed the shelling of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra and strengthening sanctions against russia.
The NATO Secretary General stated that Putin must decide whether he is ready for negotiations. Currently, Russia is spending nearly half of its budget on defense.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of Belgium to discuss military support. The first F-16 fighter jets will arrive in Ukraine as early as this year.
Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of air defense and the acquisition of Patriot missiles at Ramstein. Eleven partner countries supported new defense packages for Ukraine.
Belgium will transfer seven F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine by the end of this year. Three aircraft will defend the skies, while four will be used as spare parts.
Dynamo will play against PAOK in case of success, while LNZ and Polissya will face Gent and Copenhagen. The qualifying matches will take place on July 23 and 30.
The Group G match between Belgium and Egypt ended in a 1-1 draw. In the second match of the first round in Group G, the national teams of Iran and New Zealand will face each other.
The Netherlands has handed over an Alkmaar-class minehunter named Henichesk to Ukraine. The fleet now has five such vessels for searching for and neutralizing naval mines.
The US and 21 other countries demand that Iran cease attacks on individuals abroad. Tehran's intelligence services are accused of using organized crime for terrorist acts.
Ukraine demands the cancellation of Anna Netrebko's concert in Luxembourg due to her ties to the Kremlin. Diplomats urged the authorities to reconsider the decision regarding the singer's performance.
US authorities have refuted rumors about restricting the Iranian national team's stay to only the match day. Players were issued visas, but some staff members were denied entry.
Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.
Due to disagreements between Dassault and Airbus, Berlin has halted the FCAS program. Countries are now considering purchasing F-35s or joining other projects.
Forward Divock Origi has retired after spells at Liverpool and AC Milan. The player is remembered for his decisive goals in the Champions League and at World Cups.
EU ministers in Cyprus rejected Russia's attempts to choose a negotiator from Europe. Kaja Kallas emphasized that the bloc will present a united front in the negotiations.
Estonia's Foreign Minister stated that negotiations with the RF would turn the EU into a neutral mediator. Disputes continue within the European Union regarding the expediency of direct contacts.
In Buggenhout, Belgium, two adults and two teenagers were killed in an accident. Five children were injured, and the prosecutor's office has launched an investigation.
In the Belgian town of Buggenhout, a collision occurred between a train and a school bus. As a result of the accident at a closed crossing, several people were killed.
Iran moved its 2026 World Cup base from the USA to Mexico due to security risks. FIFA has officially approved the change of the national team's training location.
Lithuania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. The previous 50-billion-euro loan was described as only a temporary solution.
The Congo national team must isolate for 21 days in Belgium due to an Ebola outbreak in the country. Otherwise, the United States will ban the players from entering for the World Cup.
The UAF President dismissed rumors about ignoring Yarmolenko due to his scoring record as jokes. Currently, the winger has 46 goals for the Ukrainian national team.
Tbilisi did not sign the agreement on the committee of the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. Georgia's Foreign Minister explained this by citing additional risks for the country.
The first ten Eurovision finalists have been selected in Vienna. Ukrainian artist Leleka will perform in the second semi-final on May 14.
The first semi-final of Eurovision has started in Vienna, where 15 artists are competing for 10 spots in the final. Representatives from Italy and Germany will also perform.
