Ukraine launches two new rail routes to Bratislava and Budapest on December 15. It is also increasing the number of trains to Warsaw and expanding connections to the western regions of Ukraine.
The United States announces the formation of a 50,000-strong Russian group, including 11,000 North Korean troops, in the Kursk region. DPRK soldiers are training with Russian forces for a future offensive.
The European Union is discussing the possibility of continuing to support Ukraine in the event of a Trump administration. The EU has already provided €118 billion in aid, but is critically dependent on American military resources.
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell will visit Ukraine in the coming days. He emphasized the importance of EU unity and the need to build its own capacity independently of the United States.
At the Budapest Summit, European leaders discussed the future role of the EU and security challenges. Leaders called for greater EU autonomy, especially in security matters.
The President of Ukraine held talks with the Prime Minister of Hungary at the summit of the European Political Community. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of equal relations and discussed the issue of national minorities.
The President of Ukraine meets with the NATO Secretary General to discuss the participation of the North Korean military in the war. Russia deploys 11,000 DPRK troops in the Kursk region.
The President of Ukraine discussed the Victory Plan and military assistance with Kier Starmer and Emmanuel Macron. Particular attention was paid to long-range weapons and support on the path to NATO.
Swiss President Viola Amgerd has announced the final stage of negotiations with the EU on a new political agreement. The talks are aimed at restoring relations after Switzerland's withdrawal from previous negotiations in 2021.
President Zelenskyy said that Russia seeks control not only over Ukraine but over the whole of Europe. He emphasized the need to provide weapons instead of negotiating with Putin.
The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with Donald Trump and called it productive. At the summit of the European Political Community, he emphasized the importance of the concept of “peace through strength.
The President of the European Council warned of the risks of showing weakness to authoritarian regimes. He emphasized the relationship between the US attitude to Russia and the signal to China.
The President of Ukraine arrived at the summit of the European Political Community in Hungary, where he was met by Viktor Orban. The event is attended by 47 heads of state and government to discuss important international issues.
The President held a series of meetings with the leadership on the frontline, the defense industry, and legislative work. Tomorrow, Zelenskyy will attend the summit of the European Political Community in Budapest.
Tomorrow, the President of Ukraine will take part in the fifth summit of the European Political Community in Hungary. The event will focus on security challenges and new opportunities for partners.
The German chancellor emphasized the importance of EU unity in the event of a Trump victory in the US election. Scholz will discuss this issue with Macron and EU leaders in Budapest.
Hungary's prime minister said that Europe will not be able to carry the burden of war alone without the United States. According to him, the continent will have to adapt if Trump becomes president and chooses a course for peace.
Hungarian Prime Minister Orban said that Europe will be forced to reconsider its support for Ukraine if Trump wins the US election. According to him, the continent will not be able to bear the “burden” of the war on its own.
Over 2000 people have been evacuated in Italy due to heavy rains and flooding. The Emilia-Romagna region suffered the most, where one person died and the damage is estimated at millions of euros.
A rally of thousands of people was held in Budapest against the bias of state television. Protesters from the opposition party TISZA demanded independent public media and criticized the “propaganda machine” of the Orban government.
On Friday night, a heavy rainstorm hit Bosnia and Herzegovina, flooding several cities. Rescue services report missing persons, power outages and communication disruptions.
Matviy Bidnyi expressed outrage at the IOC Vice President's statements about Russia's return to international sports. The Minister invited Samaranch to visit Ukraine to see the consequences of Russian aggression.
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Hungary discussed important topics of war and peace. Special attention was paid to cooperation in education and support for the Ukrainian community in Hungary.
Tomorrow, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga will visit Poland. The day before, he held talks with his Hungarian counterpart in Budapest to discuss bilateral relations and Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration.
Negotiations between the Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Hungary, Andriy Sybiga and Peter Szijjarto, have started in Budapest. The meeting is held in a tête-à-tête format.
On September 30, Andriy Sybiha will hold talks with his Hungarian counterpart in Budapest. Bilateral relations, joint projects, and Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration will be discussed.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga will visit Budapest next week. The visit is aimed at resolving the dispute over the rights of the Hungarian minority in Ukraine, which were restricted in 2015.
The Danube has overflowed its banks in Budapest, threatening to flood tourist spots. Flooding is expected to peak on Saturday, with authorities erecting protective structures and closing some subway stations.
Penalty imposed for longstanding restrictions on the right to asylum, which Hungary refuses to lift.
The Hungarian Foreign Minister said that the inclusion of Russians and Belarusians in the “national card” program does not pose a risk to the Schengen area. The EU is demanding explanations for this decision from Hungary.