Slovakia
The European Commission plans to legislate a ban on imports of Russian gas and LNG by the end of 2027. New contracts will be prohibited from 2026, and long-term contracts from 2028.
The Prime Minister of Slovakia stated that Ukraine's membership in the EU will bring more opportunities than negative consequences. He again proposed holding a joint meeting of the governments of the two countries.
Peter Pellegrini announced preparations for a visit to Kyiv, emphasizing the importance of economic cooperation. He sees great opportunities for the development of eastern Slovakia after the war.
The Prime Minister of Slovakia called for a postponement of the vote on sanctions against Russia, demanding energy security guarantees for the country after the cessation of Russian gas imports from January 1.
The goal of Ukrainian winger Maksym Bragaru against Denmark has been nominated for the best goal of the first round of Euro-2025 U-21. Ukraine will play Finland on June 15.
Hungary and Slovakia will not support the European Commission's plan to stop buying gas, oil and nuclear fuel from Russia. They consider it a violation of sovereignty.
Today, the Ukrainian U-21 team starts at Euro-2025 against Denmark. The coaches have announced the lineups. Bookmakers give preference to Denmark.
In Kyiv, two individuals were detained for promising to transport conscripts across the border with Slovakia for 13,000 euros. The perpetrators planned to take the evaders to Zakarpattia.
In the conditions of war, Ukraine solves problems with equipment repair, looking for spare parts abroad and developing import substitution. The lives of military personnel depend on the serviceability of the equipment.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will visit Ukraine on June 11. He will participate in the Ukraine - Southeast Europe summit, despite his pro-Russian stance.
Slovakia will not support the 18th package of sanctions against Russia without addressing the problems caused by the cessation of gas, oil, and nuclear fuel supplies. The EU may vote on the sanctions on June 20.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has said he will not support EU sanctions against Russia if they harm his country's national interests. He will not support the cessation of fuel imports for nuclear power plants.
Contracts for service in the Ukrainian Legion were signed in Lublin. Volunteers from different countries will undergo 45-day military training in Poland.
The EU and Ukraine are negotiating a new agreement on import quotas for agricultural products. The quotas will be set between current levels and temporary exemptions granted after the Russian invasion.
The restoration of the pre-war trade regime with the EU will lead to losses of Ukrainian exports of $800 million. However, these losses are not critical and can be compensated.
The National Council of Slovakia adopted a resolution prohibiting the government from voting for new sanctions against Russia at the international level. The Slovak National Party was the initiator.
France and Belgium are not yet ready to support an EU ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports, fearing economic consequences and seeking alternative sources of supply.
The director of a commercial structure has been notified of suspicion of fraud of UAH 28 million related to the supply of drones. He received the funds but did not supply UAVs, instead transferring the money abroad.
From June 6, the EU will restore quotas on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products. Experts estimate Ukraine's possible losses from 1.5 to 3 billion euros.
Ukrainian aviation is on the verge of survival due to the loss of access to Soviet-era components. Experts are calling for the import of such parts from third countries to be allowed.
Despite the US call for coordinated action, a new package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit. Hungary may block some proposals.
Archaeologists have discovered the remains of the Mayan city of Los Abuelos in the jungles of Guatemala, over 2,800 years old. The find includes pyramids and monuments, indicating important ceremonial significance.
Russia earns billions from oil exports to the West, which allows it to finance the war. Russia's revenues from fossil fuels fell by only 5% in 2024, despite sanctions.
An attack occurred on border guards in Velykyi Bereznyi who were checking for involvement in smuggling evaders. Two officers were injured, and a criminal investigation has been opened.
The court found Peter Kažimír guilty of bribery when he was Minister of Finance. He has to pay a fine of 200,000 euros, but remains in office for now.
2 million border crossings have been recorded through the eQueue system, with the largest number being in the direction of Poland (1. 1 million). The system covers all checkpoints for trucks and buses.
Experts discuss the possible end of the "trade visa-free regime" with the EU, which may complicate Ukrainian exports. Negotiations are underway on a transition period and new measures.
The Slovak government has allowed the sale of brown bear meat to the population to prevent waste. Previously, a plan to shoot a quarter of the population was approved due to an increase in the number of attacks.
The European Commission and the European Central Bank will give their consent for Bulgaria to join the Eurozone. This is expected to happen on January 1, 2026, making the country the 21st member of the currency union.
Prime Minister Fico responded to the threats of German Chancellor Merz regarding pressure on Slovakia for its position on Russia. He stated that the country does not need instructions and will defend its interests.