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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.
The Ukraine women's national volleyball team defeated Germany with a score of 3:2. This marks the first victory for the Ukrainian women in their debut Nations League season in Quebec.
Kyslytsya called Putin's proposals to involve Schröder in negotiations trolling. He pointed to the burnout and critical health condition of the 82-year-old politician.
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.
Putin rejected European mediation and insists on a deal with Trump. Zelenskyy called for direct negotiations to end the war.
Czech Prime Minister Babiš called on German Chancellor Merz to lead the EU negotiations regarding the war. The mission should receive a mandate from the European Council and the European Commission.
The US may cancel the transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Germany due to the risk of escalation with the Russian Federation. Another reason cited was a weapons shortage resulting from the military conflict with Iran.
The FP-7. x tests confirmed the missile's maneuverability for intercepting ballistic targets. Now it is up to the European participants of the Freya project, believes expert Anton Zemlianyi
Ukraine is asking Germany for dozens of Patriot missiles in exchange for future deliveries. Berlin may announce a decision before the July NATO summit.
Chief Designer and co-owner of Fire Point, Denys Shtilerman, called on European partners to accelerate the pace of cooperation for the implementation of the FREYJA pan-European anti-ballistic shield. Meanwhile, the company is already taking concrete steps toward the project's realization: the first successful tests of the FP-7 missile, which will serve as the primary means of intercepting ballistic targets in the new system, took place recently.
The FRG lost to Portugal and Austria in the vote for a seat on the UN Security Council. Johann Wadephul linked this to the support for Ukraine and Israel, as well as Russian lobbying.
The UN General Assembly has elected Austria, Portugal, and three other countries to the Security Council. The new members will begin their two-year term on January 1, 2027.
Germany, France, and Britain are developing a format for negotiations with the Russian Federation involving Ukraine. European leaders believe Kyiv's positions are stronger due to the strikes.
The President also discussed the Ankara summit with the NATO Secretary General and held talks with the Prime Ministers of the United Kingdom and Norway, Keir Starmer and Jonas Gahr Støre.
Ukraine will expand the rights of the Hungarian minority to facilitate the start of EU accession negotiations. Péter Magyar announced that a comprehensive agreement has been reached between the countries.
Péter Magyar's government has unblocked 6. 6 billion euros in military aid for Ukraine. This is part of the new prime minister's strategy to improve relations with the EU.
Shots were fired at a market in Westerland, and one person was detained near the train station. Police are searching for others involved; a bullet hole was discovered in a hair salon window.
A German government official stated that an opening for dialogue with the Russian Federation is gradually emerging. Negotiations could begin in a few months with the participation of the E3 group.
Ukraine expects a breakthrough in EU accession negotiations at the June summit. Hungary may lift its veto by June 16 following an agreement on minority rights.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend the G7 summit in France at the end of June. The President will discuss military diplomacy and strengthening air defense with the leaders.
The German Chancellor urged Magyar to support Ukraine despite the issue of national minorities. The Hungarian Prime Minister is ready to meet with Zelenskyy next week.
Poland proposes to exclude Ukrainian men aged 18-60 from EU protection programs. This would deprive them of residency rights and benefits in order to support the defense of Ukraine.
The EU plans to extend protection for Ukrainians beyond 2027 with new rules for men. The restrictions will not affect those who are already in Europe.
The EU will create migrant deportation centers in third countries to accelerate their removal. The new rules provide for tougher sanctions and reduced benefits.
Fire Point's Project Freya will become a low-cost analogue to the Patriot system for the defense of Europe. The first ballistic interception by the FP-7.x missile is possible by the end of the year.
Project Flytrap 5. 0 exercises took place in Lithuania with the participation of the US and UK to counter drones. The military tested 50 new developments near the border with Belarus.
The European Commission is discussing the future of temporary protection after 2027 with EU countries. Among the options is restricting status for men of military age.
A number of countries have condemned Israeli strikes on Lebanon and called for diplomacy. The international community demands an immediate end to the military escalation.
Zelenskyy stated that Russia has lost the initiative and noted a window for dialogue in January 2026. They aim to find a diplomatic path before the start of next winter.
Over the week, the Russian Federation launched more than 2,300 drones and 1,500 aerial bombs at Ukraine. Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of air defense and the receipt of a new IRIS-T system.