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European leaders are discussing strengthening their own defense due to Trump's threats to leave NATO. The split has deepened due to disagreements over the conflict with Iran.
A powerful dust storm from the Sahara and a tornado caused transport chaos in Crete. Visibility dropped to 1000 meters, forcing planes to change routes.
The European Commission will present a new model for Ukrainians' stay in May due to the expiration of temporary protection. Restrictions on rights by region and age are being considered.
Donald Trump is considering a pay-to-play model to reorganize NATO. Countries with spending less than 5 percent will lose their voting rights in the Alliance.
Brussels halted funding for Hungary's SAFE plan due to its blocking of a loan to Ukraine. The Commission awaits election results and an end to corruption.
Oleksiy Kuleba announced the need for guarantees to attract EIB and EBRD loans. The state of infrastructure is already limiting the effectiveness of logistics routes.
German AfD lawmakers have access to confidential records of EU ambassador meetings. Diplomats fear data on Ukraine could be leaked to Russia and China.
Passengers were evacuated and train traffic was halted at Brussels-Midi station due to suspicious items. Sappers found no threat, after which the station was unblocked.
Washington has warned Brussels about a review of the terms of a $750 billion LNG supply agreement. A change in the provisions of the Turnberry agreement threatens energy shortages in Europe.
Iranian attacks on Qatar's gas processing plant have caused fuel shortages in Europe. EU leaders are calling for a moratorium on attacks on energy facilities.
Within the framework of the Support Fund, an equipment reserve is being created to prepare for winter. Ukraine's total recovery needs are estimated at 5.4 billion euros.
António Costa stated the EU's readiness to take the initiative from Trump. The bloc will continue to pressure Moscow and refuse Russian energy carriers.
Brussels has handed Kyiv the requirements for the final three negotiation clusters. Ukraine now has an exhaustive list of reforms for EU membership.
EU energy ministers are developing temporary support for businesses and vulnerable groups. The priority will be domestic production for energy independence.
European Commissioner Marta Kos announced technical negotiations on all EU accession clusters. G7 allies are modernizing Ukraine's energy sector against Russian attacks.
Shmyhal announced financial needs at the Energy Ramstein meeting in Brussels. Funds are needed to prepare the energy system for next winter.
The EU's top diplomat emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and discussing navigation security. Kallas called the weakening of US sanctions dangerous.
Electricity imports account for 12% of consumption, and the enemy has damaged over 9 GW of generation. The authorities plan to restore 4 GW of capacity and accumulate 13 billion cubic meters of gas.
The EU's top diplomat warned against Washington's use of tactics employed by the bloc's adversaries. She called on countries for unity and defensive autonomy.
Elon Musk's company has proposed a solution for the verification system following a violation of the Digital Services Act. The European Commission will evaluate the updated feature.
The Parliament adopted draft law No. 0365 to attract EU specialists and tools. This will strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure and integration into the EU space.
The six largest EU economies are calling for an accelerated introduction of the digital euro and the creation of their own payment infrastructure. This is intended to strengthen the bloc's strategic autonomy and stimulate economic growth.
The head of the European Council stated that the conflict in the Middle East helps Russia finance the war against Ukraine. The world's attention and resources are diverted from Kyiv.
G7 countries have decided not to use oil reserves to stabilize prices for now. France confirmed its readiness for coordinated steps if necessary.
The European Commission stated that it currently has no new data regarding oil supplies via the 'Druzhba' pipeline. At the same time, Brussels continues consultations with Ukraine and EU countries that express concerns about possible disruptions, and assures that Europe is prepared for risks through diversification of energy supply.
The President of the European Commission called for a change in the decision-making system due to the blocking of aid to Ukraine. She considers the post-war EU rules ineffective today.
The Slovak Prime Minister threatens to halt 90 billion euros in aid to Kyiv due to the cessation of oil transit. Fico demands an immediate resumption of supplies.
EU Commissioner Kubilius called for an urgent increase in weapons production due to the shortage of Patriot missiles. The EU plans to provide Ukraine with a loan of 90 billion euros.
The European Commission is exploring the possibility of financial support to restore oil supplies through the 'Druzhba' pipeline. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will discuss this issue with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
EU ambassadors stated that member states would not accept the 'membership first, then integration' model for Ukraine. This resistance blocks the model that the European Commission had been promoting for Ukraine's accession to the EU by 2027.