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Ursula von der Leyen confirmed the agreement of the 17th package of EU sanctions against Russia. It provides for restrictions on access to battlefield technologies and 189 vessels of the "shadow fleet".

A fake is being spread online about Hungary's plans to "reclaim" Ukrainian territories as part of Operation Turul. This is part of Russia's strategy to fuel conflict between countries.

Viktor Orbán announced an unprecedented intelligence operation by Ukrainian special services. He convened the Defense Council and accused Ukraine of a smear campaign.

The European Union is discussing how to avoid Hungary blocking negotiations on Ukraine's accession. Brussels is looking for ways to circumvent the veto needed to open and conclude negotiations.

The new package of EU sanctions, announced as "tough", reportedly does not go beyond the previous 16th. The package does not include controversial proposals amid fears of a veto by Hungary or Slovakia.

EU ambassadors are expected to agree on another package of sanctions against Russia on Wednesday. Hungary is likely to exclude Litasco, a subsidiary of Lukoil, from the blacklist.

Serhiy Leshchenko stated that Zelenskyy is going to Istanbul, but Putin is not. If Putin does not come, he will show weakness, and if he comes, he will be forced to invent fake arguments.

Former Ukrainian diplomat Serhiy Alexandrov was detained in Hungary. This happened after the exposure of the Hungarian intelligence network in Ukraine and the expulsion of diplomats.

Former Ukrainian diplomat Serhiy Alexandrov was detained in Budapest. Hungary deported him, accusing him of espionage, in response to the detention of Hungarian intelligence officers in Ukraine.

The Deputy Prime Minister stated Hungary's tough stance and its aggressive rhetoric towards Ukraine. Despite this, Ukraine continues the dialogue and is preparing for a meeting on May 12.

Ukraine is expelling two Hungarian diplomats within 48 hours. This is in response to Hungary's expulsion of two Ukrainians, who were accused of espionage in Budapest.

The Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Péter Szijjártó, announced the expulsion of two individuals who allegedly worked at the Ukrainian embassy in Budapest. They are accused of espionage.

Ukraine is ready to open the first cluster of negotiations with the EU and expects a constructive dialogue with Hungary, which previously opposed Ukraine's accession to the European Union.

Péter Szijjártó believes that information about Hungarian spies in Ukraine may be propaganda. He noted that Hungary will be able to sort out the situation only after receiving official data.

The SBU for the first time exposed a network of Hungarian military intelligence that was spying in Zakarpattia. Two agents were detained for collecting data on the region's defense and public sentiment.

Robert Fico flew to Moscow to participate in the May 9 events, despite the flight bans from Latvia and Lithuania. He changed the route to get to Russia through Hungary, Romania, the Black Sea and Georgia.

In Kyiv, rescuers found the body of a woman of about 40 years old 900 meters from the Pedestrian Bridge. Despite resuscitation measures, it was not possible to save her.

Ukraine is expanding its agricultural partnership with the EU, preserving plant genetic resources and exchanging experience. Cooperation promotes food security and agricultural development.

Only 14 EU countries have formally requested increased defense spending, casting doubt on the European Commission's €800 billion ReArm Europe plan due to limited budgetary capacity.

Archaeologists have found 900 metal objects, including jewelry and military decorations, dating back to the late Bronze Age. The find will help to better understand the transition period between the late Bronze Age and the early Iron Age.

Ukraine has completed all the stages for the start of negotiations on joining the EU and is ready to open the first clusters. Zelensky stressed that further progress depends on Europe's political decision.

EU experts warn that the large pig population in Europe could become an environment for avian influenza to mutate. This increases the risk of the virus being transmitted to humans.

Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Siyarto reacted to Zelenskyy's criticism of the blocking of Ukraine's accession to the EU. He stated that Kyiv should take Hungary's opinion into account.

ENTSO-E has allowed Ukraine to increase electricity exports to the EU to 650 MW. This will help balance the energy system and increase profits from trade.

Border guards found a human body in the Tisa River near the border with Hungary. Since the beginning of the war, this is the 46th case of finding a body in the river.

Against the backdrop of Russian aggression against Ukraine, 16 countries in the EU have initiated a request to activate the "exception clause". This should facilitate the transition to higher defense spending at the national level.

On May 1, 2025, Hungary is introducing restrictions on the movement of trucks weighing more than 7. 5 tons from 06:00 to 22:00 due to the holiday. Drivers should take this into account when planning trips.

Ukraine has already provided proposals for resolving issues that cover the 11 points formulated by Hungary to ensure the rights of the Hungarian minority. An institutional framework has been created for dialogue.

On May 12, another round of consultations between Ukraine and Hungary on the protection of the rights of national minorities will take place in Uzhhorod.

The European Court has ruled that Malta's citizenship-for-investment program violates EU law. Malta is now obliged to stop issuing "golden passports".