Cyprus
Ireland proposes reducing the EU budget for 2028–2034 by €159 billion. Spending on competitiveness and aid will be cut the most.
17 EU countries demand that nearly €900 billion for agricultural and regional policy be preserved in the 2028–2034 budget. The initiative is coordinated by Italy and Romania.
On October 1, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Defenders, the Day of the Cossacks, Veterans Day, and the Feast of the Protection of the Holy Virgin. Around the world, older people, music, and coffee are honored.
In the summer of 2026, more than two million commercial flights were operated in the EU. At the same time, jet fuel prices rose by 71% from their pre-crisis level.
Archaeologists discovered a complex of dwellings belonging to the Linear Pottery culture. The finds include 1,879 domestic structures and 65 burials.
Spain defeated Kazakhstan in the doubles match and will face the Czech Republic in the semifinals. Ukraine will face Belgium on September 24.
More than 50 UN member states, as well as the EU, called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and peace talks with Ukraine. They also demand the return of civilians and prisoners of war.
Twenty-three new ship carvings were discovered at the Kition-Kathari temple. They were created over a period of up to 300 years, depicting vessels from various cultures.
Ukraine's national team defeated Cyprus 3–1 in the Davis Cup World Group II. Heorhii Kravchenko secured the decisive point.
A ferry carrying 259 passengers capsized off Cyprus: eight people died and 19 were hospitalized. The vessel sank to a depth of 514 meters.
A ferry carrying 267 people capsized off Cyprus: 8 died, 18 are missing. The captain and seven crew members were detained.
The ferry, which was traveling from Kyrenia to Taşucu, capsized 6 km from the shore. At least 159 people have been rescued; a search operation is under way.
Ukrainian airlines operate 131 leased aircraft out of 152, which is 86% of the fleet. The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating cases against 5 airlines over the interpretation of lease payments as royalties.
Iran's Foreign Ministry warned the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, and Cyprus against the inadmissibility of using their territories for an attack. Iran reserves the right to legitimate defense in case of aggression.
António Guterres welcomed the agreement on the disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip. He called on the parties to adhere to the roadmap to end the war.
A group of Ukrainian servicemen took part in the annual parade on the Champs-Élysées. They marched at the end, receiving warm applause.
Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against Germany, the EU, and Ukraine. The EU imposed sanctions against nine individuals and four organizations involved in cyber operations.
In the case of the attempted murder of Ukrainian businessman Vadym Yermolayev in Monaco, a foreigner was detained but later released. The explosion was classified as an attempted murder.
92% of Ukrainians plan a vacation in the summer of 2026, almost 70% choose to vacation in Ukraine. Popular foreign destinations are Turkey, Egypt, and European countries.
The world marks World Sea Turtle Day, the Day of the African Child, and the literary Bloomsday. Believers honor Saint Tikhon and observe the Apostles' Fast.
The parties have begun discussing a block of issues regarding the rule of law, justice, and public procurement. This stage will determine the overall pace of EU accession.
The first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations will be opened on June 15. Member states are preparing a mechanism for obtaining membership benefits prior to the completion of procedures.
Kaja Kallas announced the expansion of the EU sanctions list by 80 new items. The restrictions will target the Russian military-industrial complex, propagandists, and Iran.
As part of Operation IRINI, the EU has begun boarding vessels of Russia's shadow fleet. Kaja Kallas stated that this will reduce Russia's revenues for waging war.
Ukraine is expected to receive the first payment from the 90-billion-euro loan as early as this month. The funds, amounting to 5.9 billion euros, will be directed toward the procurement of drones.
A Hamas member planning terrorist attacks against Israeli targets has been detained in Crete. The man was studying explosives manufacturing and had accomplices in Cyprus.
The European Commission supported Zelenskyy's call for direct negotiations with Putin. The agency emphasized Ukraine's desire for peace and the defeat of the aggressor.
EU Commissioner Brunner reported on discussions regarding the exclusion of men aged 23-60 from protection. A final decision will be made in the coming weeks.
The Council of the EU is discussing the status of temporary protection for Ukrainians. A decision regarding the possible exclusion of men from the program has not yet been made.
Cyprus has begun preparations for opening the first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations. Sybiha noted Hungary's constructive role in the process.