After the summit in Paris, Macron intends to inform Trump about European support for Ukraine and demand commitments from Russia on a ceasefire. The possibility of deploying European troops is being discussed.
Jean-Noël Barrot began a two-day visit to China to discuss the war in Ukraine and trade disputes with the EU. France supports Ukraine, while China strengthens ties with Russia.
Emmanuel Macron announced a crucial stage in ending Russia's war against Ukraine. He supported Trump's initiative to reduce hostilities and stressed that Russia is not showing a desire for peace.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva emphasized the importance of Europe's contribution in the form of troops ready to defend Ukraine. The summit in Paris aims to guarantee Ukraine's security in the future.
According to the WSJ, Russian intelligence services may have gained access to Signal chats discussing Trump's views. The White House called it a fake and stated that Witkoff used a secure line of communication.
The European Commission is calling on Europeans to have a three-day supply of food and water in case of war, cyberattacks or floods. The plan includes strengthening readiness for cyber threats and cooperation between sectors.
Ukraine is ready to accept a military contingent, but there are disagreements with partners regarding the number. Zelenskyy sees the alliance of Europe and the USA in security guarantees.
António Costa stated that joining the European Union is the best security guarantee for Ukraine. He added that Ukraine is making progress towards EU membership.
Zelensky said that the military activity of the Russian Federation in the Black Sea and air alerts will require new measures against Moscow. Ukraine is doing everything for diplomacy, waiting for results from Russia.
Zelenskyy stated that the US will facilitate the return of Ukrainian children, prisoners of war and civilians. The Russians raised the issue of ports and agricultural exports.
In February, Tesla's sales in Europe fell by 40%, while the electric car market grew by 26%. Tesla's market share decreased to 1.8% due to the aging model range and political scandals.
Concerns are growing in Europe about the ability to sustain a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine without US assistance. Britain is ready to provide troops, but long-term support is in doubt.
In the correspondence, US officials expressed disdain for European allies, believing that they "free-ride" on US assistance in the fight against the Houthis in Yemen, planning to shift the costs to them.
Jeffrey Goldberg witnessed a discussion of attacks on the Houthis in Yemen in a secret Signal chat. He received information about US plans two hours before they began.
Zelenskyy stressed the need for strong steps to force Russia to peace through sanctions, support for Ukraine and international coordination. Ukraine is preparing joint security steps with Europe.
Tuberculosis remains a serious challenge in Ukraine, but the situation is under control. This was stated by Yana Terleeva from the Public Health Center of the Ministry of Health.
The European Commission stressed that the EU's position is clear: Ukraine decides on the terms of peace. Any negotiations about Ukraine must take place only with its participation.
Yuliia Yarmolenko, psychologist, expert in sexual education and author of the books "For Kids About Intimate Things" and "No Nonsense About First Periods".
The increase in tuberculosis cases among children in Europe indicates the ongoing transmission of the disease in the region, WHO indicates.
China is actively implementing 6G, setting technological standards. The US and Europe are in no hurry to develop 6G due to the slow deployment of 5G.
Since Trump's election, European defense ministries have felt a cooling in relations with their American counterparts. They are finding it difficult to get meetings, and the American military is changing its policies.
European countries are facing a shortage of explosives due to increased demand and depleted reserves. Expanding production is complicated by dependence on raw material imports and regulatory barriers.
The movie "Snow White" has found itself at the center of scandals due to racial issues and actors' support for various political positions. Disney has restricted media access and changed the premiere location.
Heathrow Airport has a significant power outage due to a fire at a substation. Significant disruptions are expected, passengers are advised not to travel to the airport.
The Bundesrat has approved a package of expenditures that weakens the 'debt brake' for defense and infrastructure. 500 billion euros will be allocated to a special fund, which will stimulate the economy and modernization.
The British Prime Minister discussed sending Typhoon fighter jets to Ukraine to cover troops in case they are deployed. This is due to uncertainty about US support.
The President of Lithuania has stated his readiness to send troops to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping mission. The condition is a ceasefire and support from other European countries.
At night, Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine with drones and guided aerial bombs. Shelling was recorded in the Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Kyiv, Khmelnytskyi, and Chernihiv regions, and there are wounded.
Putin told businessmen that the negotiations would be difficult, calling for preparation for a long war. Analysts predict that the Kremlin will continue to convince Russians of the protracted nature of the war.
Orbán's political director stated that there are more priority tasks and challenges than helping Ukraine. An advisor to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán notes that for Hungary, "the interests of Europeans are more important."
