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National Rally Vice President Louis Aliot promised to stop aid to Kyiv if Le Pen wins the election. The leader of the National Rally's deputies has already announced her participation in the presidential race.
Berlin links the suspected attack on Leipzig Airport to Russian special services. Germany demands tougher visa restrictions for Russians.
The Finance Minister forecasts a budget deficit of up to $32. 6 billion and a possible postponement of non-military payments. He called on the EU to use Russian assets.
The leaders of Britain and France discussed localizing the assembly of long-range SCALP missiles in Ukraine. The timelines and production volumes were not specified.
Four American space companies withdrew from participating in Macron’s summit following alleged pressure from the Trump administration. The event will take place on September 9–10.
Radosław Sikorski said that up to 40% of more than 2,000 Russian diplomats in the EU may be working for intelligence services. Poland also proposes restricting Russians’ visas and movement.
Allies are calling on Spain and Greece to transfer PAC-2 missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine. The issue will be discussed by EU ministers, but the countries are concerned about their own defense.
The President of Algeria ordered the introduction of the death penalty for arson after wildfires claimed at least 12 lives. Several suspects have already been arrested.
Germany, France and six other EU countries propose avoiding the blocking of foreign policy decisions. They do not plan to change the treaties.
Sweden has signed a $4 billion contract with Naval Group for four frigates. The first ship is scheduled to be delivered in 2030.
The deputy minister said that Poland does not want nuclear warheads, while the defense minister confirmed interest in NATO's program. Experts explained the difference between participation and the deployment of weapons.
After the failure of the FCAS project, Paris offered Stockholm cooperation in developing a new fighter jet and manufacturing engines. There is currently no official agreement.
The fires destroyed nearly 100,000 hectares of forest and damaged homes and businesses. About 25,000 insurance claims were recorded.
Ukraine expects up to eight SAMP/T NG systems from France and Italy. The effectiveness of the systems may be limited by a shortage of Aster 30 B1NT missiles.
Moscow threatened strikes on British military facilities over Ukraine’s use of Storm Shadow missiles. London was accused of escalation.
Warsaw will increase its involvement in NATO’s nuclear deterrence without deploying warheads. Poland is also discussing initiatives by the United States and France.
Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.
Zelenskyy arrived in Chisinau at Sandu’s invitation. He will hold a bilateral meeting, followed by trilateral talks with the presidents of Moldova and Romania.
Italy has approved an aid package comprising four SAMP/T NG systems, missiles and seven radars. Some of the interceptors are planned to be delivered by October.
Porsche will unveil the 911 GT3 Bergsport on September 1, created for alpine roads. The model will be sold only in Alpine countries.
Trump said that a nuclear deal with Iran could have led to the destruction of Israel. He linked its survival to his presidency.
Ukrainians have the most favorable views of Macron, Merz, and Erdoğan. They have the most negative views of Putin, Lukashenko, and Trump. Ukrainians’ attitudes toward Russians and Belarusians have worsened since 2022.
NABU, SAPO and HACC are turning into a «parallel government» and an instrument of political struggle, - The Economist.
This summer, heat claimed at least 35,000 lives in Europe. The highest number of deaths was recorded in Germany, France and Spain.
The last Russian ships left the Mediterranean on June 30. Russia's fleet is now concentrated in the Baltic Sea and the Atlantic.
By 2030, the number of services across the English Channel could increase from 25 to 55 per day. Eurostar will face competition from Virgin Trains and Trenitalia.
A book about Putin by Russian journalists in exile Roman Badanin and Mikhail Rubin has won the Prix Strasbourg. The winner receives 20,000 euros.
France proposes making temporary the exemptions allowing Ukraine to purchase weapons outside the EU using loan funds. Currently, up to 35% of products may be purchased outside the EU.
Zelenskyy said that Britain and France had allowed Ukraine to produce SCALP missiles. Technical teams will coordinate the further work schedule.
Britain has allowed the blueprints for Scalp components to be handed over to Ukraine for missile production. Italy has withdrawn from military exercises within the coalition.