David Lammy calls on the EU to speed up the accession of the Balkan countries to counter the influence of the Russian Federation. The Kremlin is trying to use tensions to destabilize the region.
The European Union is likely to terminate the anti-crisis measures for the Ukrainian economy on June 5. The reason was the protests of farmers and governments of a number of EU countries due to the influx of cheap Ukrainian products.
Donetsk "Shakhtar" announced the signing of the cat Stepan, who will play under number 7. Together with the club, the cat started fundraising for M113 for the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade.
Ukraine expects the extension of the agreement with the EU on freight transport by road until the end of 2025. Thanks to the agreement, Ukrainian carriers will not need additional permits.
The European Union calls on the United States to coordinate plans to reduce troops in Europe in order not to weaken NATO's defense. The decision to withdraw troops could undermine efforts to deter Russian aggression.
The US has not yet made a decision on the withdrawal of up to 10,000 troops from Eastern Europe. Polish leaders assure that it is only about the redeployment of American units.
In the first quarter of 2025, the deficit in Ukraine's foreign trade in goods increased by 43%, reaching $8. 6 billion. The trade turnover amounted to $28.4 billion, imports – $18.5 billion, exports – $9.9 billion.
In 2024, Ukraine spent $62,500 on lobbying in the US, which is six times less than in 2023. Russia spends 7.4 times more on lobbying in the US than Ukraine.
In Ternopil, an inspector of the Educational Security Service discovered a polyethylene bag with a powdery substance similar to a psychotropic substance in a 15-year-old schoolgirl. A criminal proceeding has been initiated on this fact.
The US is moving military equipment and personnel from Jasionka in Poland, but aid to Ukraine will continue. The decision was made to optimize operations and support partners.
Ukrainian zoos have become a haven for animals from hot spots. Evacuation, treatment and international assistance are key aspects of animal protection.
Victor Ponta said he would stop exporting Ukrainian grain through Romanian ports to protect local farmers. He also plans to increase defense spending and support Moldova in the event of aggression.
European countries may review the status of Ukrainian refugees after the end of the war. There is no clear plan of action regarding their stay in the EU after the end of the conflict.
EU finance ministers will discuss the creation of a joint EDM fund to purchase defense equipment. The fund will be able to include countries such as Great Britain, Ukraine and Norway.
Poland strongly condemned the Russian Federation's attacks on Ukraine, emphasizing that the aggressor country must answer for the destruction and death of people.
Poland has introduced electronic barriers on the rivers of the border with Belarus in the Podlaskie Voivodeship. This was done due to an increase in attempts of illegal entry and attacks on border guards.
Due to the intense activity of Russian aviation, which is striking Ukraine, Poland has activated military aviation in the airspace.
Large-scale Bundeswehr exercises will take place in Hamburg, Germany, from September 25 in the event of a Russian attack. Military personnel, convoys of cargo vehicles, mobile hospitals and helicopters will be stationed in the city.
The investigation revealed that Russia is likely behind the parcel explosions in Great Britain, Germany and Poland. Homemade incendiary devices were hidden in parcels with sex toys.
Ukraine has allowed the search for Polish victims of the Volyn tragedy in Uhly. The first works are scheduled for May 2025, confirmed the Ambassador of Ukraine to Poland.
A resident of Kherson was sentenced to 12 years in prison with confiscation of property for cooperation with the occupiers. He took a position in the occupation institution and campaigned for work in it.
New US tariffs will lead to a 0. 4% reduction in Poland's GDP, which amounts to more than EUR 236 million. Duda called it a blow from an ally.
Ukraine received another 5,000 Starlink terminals from Poland to provide communication in hospitals, schools and critical infrastructure facilities. In total, Ukraine has received more than 50,000 terminals.
Mark Rutte stated that NATO aims to strengthen cooperation with partners in the defense sector and exchange of experience. The Alliance takes into account the experience of the war in Ukraine and analyzes it.
Exports of goods from Ukraine in March 2025 increased by 18%. The total volume of exports amounted to almost $9.9 billion, and the EU remains the largest partner.
Radosław Sikorski said that sending Polish troops would give grounds for Russian propaganda. Poland will be a logistics hub for the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Norway does not plan to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention and criticizes Finland for its intention to do so. Norway has a modern defense system, so it is not concerned about changes.
The DobroDiy Charitable Foundation handed over two vehicles, a Mitsubishi L200 and a Nissan Navara, to the Typhoon unit. The vehicles are equipped with Starlink, the project cost is over UAH 1 million.
The search for the American soldiers who went missing during exercises in Lithuania has ended. Unfortunately, all four were found dead, which is a tragedy for the allies.
The SBU, Foreign Intelligence Service and Polish law enforcement officers detained Kyrylo Molchanov, who worked for Medvedchuk, in the EU. He was deported to Ukraine, where he is currently in pre-trial detention.