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EU Leaders Agree On EUR 90 Billion Loan To Ukraine After Plan To Use Russian Assets Unravels
European Union leaders have reached an agreement on providing a EUR 90 billion loan to Ukraine. This decision came after a proposal to redirect frozen Russian assets towards supporting Ukraine was aba...
Ukrainian border, Balkan future: How Trump’s peace deal could impact Kosovo and Serbia
A potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine under former US President Donald Trump could risk destabilizing the Western Balkans by emboldening Serbian territorial claims and challenging EU credi...
'More pressure on Russia, that's the plan,' Zelenskyy tells EU leaders in Brussels
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with EU leaders in Brussels and emphasized that more air defense systems, long-range weapons, and increased pressure on Russia are necessary to compel Mosco...
Medvedev: Deployment of Any Military Contingent from EU or NATO on Ukraine Unacceptable
Vladimir Medvedev asserts that any military presence of EU or NATO forces in Ukraine is unacceptable, reflecting Russia's stance against foreign military expansion near its borders....
Balkans Crisis in EU and NATO: Security is Impossible Without Turkey
The article discusses the importance of Turkish involvement in addressing security issues within the Balkan region for both the European Union (EU) and NATO. It highlights that cooperation with Turkey...
EU leaders convene emergency talks as Trump speaks with Putin on Ukraine
European Union leaders convened emergency discussions regarding the situation in Ukraine following the revelation of a conversation between President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin con...
NATO Chief Says EU Does Not Have To Deviate From United States In Defense
The Secretary General of NATO stated that the European Union does not need to diverge from its defense strategy aligned with the United States; emphasizing the importance of a cohesive strategic partn...
Money Today Or Blood Tomorrow: EU Leaders Meet on Ukraine Funding
European Union leaders are convening to discuss financial support for Ukraine amid growing concerns over potential military conflict. The discussions aim to prevent a humanitarian and economic crisis ...
Key to Security is Turkey! Balkan Crisis Grows in EU and NATO
The article highlights the growing tension and crisis in the Balkans as seen from the perspective of EU and NATO security concerns. It emphasizes Turkey's pivotal role in maintaining stability in the ...
Serbia’s future depends on rebuilding rule of law and EU credibility
Following a year of anti-government protests in Belgrade, Serbia faces significant challenges stemming from corruption. This corruption not only hinders economic growth but also jeopardizes political ...
Trump Could Threaten Existence of EU: Clvanna Outlines Scenario
The article discusses concerns raised by Petr Klvaňa, Czech Member of the European Parliament, that President Donald Trump's policies and actions could jeopardize the unity and stability of the Europe...
Automatically Rejecting Common European Defense Is Strange
The article discusses the current reluctance of some member states towards initiating a common European defense system. Critics argue that this stance may be counterproductive given the collective sec...
Kosovo votes again amid political deadlock
Following parliamentary paralysis and potential risks to EU-backed loans, Kosovo's political parties are under pressure to compromise ahead of another vote. Voters question if the outcome will restore...
EU Effort to Use Russian Funds to Support Ukraine Collapses
The European Union's attempt to access funds from potential future sanctions on Russia to support Ukraine has failed. As a result, the EU is taking out its own loan to finance President Volodymyr Zele...
‘We Are Not There Yet’, EU Says on Talking to Putin
European Union officials have stated they are not yet ready to engage in direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This statement comes amid efforts from European leaders to enhance their in...
France, Spain Increase Russian LNG Imports as EU Ranks Among Top Buyers
Despite efforts towards reducing dependency on Russian energy sources, France and Spain have increased their imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia. The European Union continues to rank as...
Mercosur: How Macron’s domestic weakness undercut his Brussels clout
French President Emmanuel Macron was unable to rally sufficient opposition within the EU to block the trade deal between the European Union and Mercosur. This failure highlights diminishing influence ...
Europe will do 'everything it can' to support Syria, von der Leyen says
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pledged Europe's full commitment towards Syria's recovery during her meeting with interim Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus. The visit...
Brussels lines up farm funding concessions to get Mercosur deal over the line
The European Union's Brussels officials have made declarations offering financial support for farmers' budgets as incentives to persuade Italy and other reluctant member states to endorse the EU-Merco...
Squeamish Debate Overlooks Importance of Defense Cooperation with NATO and EU States, Says Martin
The article discusses concerns that debates on defense cooperation among NATO and EU member states are overly cautious or hesitant, which undermines the strategic importance of collaboration and mutua...
Medvedev Calls EU Leaders' Peacekeeping Statements 'Wake-Up Call'
Mikhail Medvedev has characterized the peacekeeping statements made by European Union leaders as a 'wake-up call'. The statement suggests that there is growing awareness among EU leadership regarding ...
Tulsi Gabbard: EU and NATO Trying To Drag Us Into War With Russia
According to Tulsi Gabbard, there are efforts by the European Union and NATO to involve the United States in a military conflict with Russia....
EU leaders kick can down the road on €140bn reparation loan for Ukraine
European Union leaders have postponed making a decision regarding the proposal to use frozen Russian assets as an extraordinary loan of €140 billion for Ukraine until their next summit in December....
EU changes tack from using frozen Russian assets to joint borrowing for Ukraine
The European Union has abandoned its previous plan of using frozen Russian assets to fund loans for Ukraine due to concerns about the complexity and political challenges involved. Instead, EU diplomat...