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June and July could shape Ukraine's future – Zelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said preparations for upcoming talks linked to the EU, G7 and NATO summits are crucial, adding that June and July "could determine a great deal" for Ukraine on June 9.

9 June, 05:20 PM

EU temporary protection numbers for Ukrainian refugees fall slightly in early 2026

The number of Ukrainian refugees holding temporary protection status in the EU decreased by 1.6%, or 68,980 people, in March 2026 compared to February 2026, Eurostat reported on May 8.

11 May, 02:57 PM

EU may sanction Israelis over ship with looted Ukrainian grain

The EU is considering sanctions on Israeli individuals and entities accused of helping Russia evade restrictions and is seeking details on Ukrainian grain allegedly looted by Moscow and imported into Israel, Haaretz reported on Apr. 28.

28 April, 06:55 PM

‘It’s a matter of our survival’: Zelenskyy urges EU to resolve dispute over frozen Russian assets

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on European Union allies to overcome divisions over the use of frozen Russian assets, saying fresh financing is critical for the country’s war-damaged economy and to sustain the fight against Russian occupation forces, according to an interview with Bloomberg on Nov. 13.

13 November 2025, 12:51 PM

EU Parliament accelerates Russian energy ban

The European Parliament is weighing amendments to speed up the end of Russian oil and gas imports, aiming to fully sever ties with the aggressor state, with Bloomberg on Oct. 3 outlining potential timelines.

4 October 2025, 07:43 PM

Zelenskyy’s decree ensures coordinated sanctions pressure on Russia alongside the EU and G7 countries

Volodymyr Zelenskyy enacted the NSDC decision to synchronize sanctions pressure from Ukraine, the European Union, and other G7 participants on Russia, according to a decree published on the Office of the President's website on June 27.

27 June 2025, 04:56 PM

18th package of EU sanctions targeting Russia was halted by Hungary and Slovakia

Hungary and Slovakia have not supported the EU's 18th sanctions package against Russia, Reuters reports, citing a statement by Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó on June 23.

23 June 2025, 04:19 PM

EU’s $213 billion investment plan using Russian assets aims to sustain Ukraine aid

The European Union is seeking to raise new funds from frozen Russian assets by transferring 200 billion euros ($213 billion) to a new, riskier investment fund that will offer higher interest, Politico reports, citing sources on June 19.

19 June 2025, 01:59 PM

EU approves joint defense venture by BAE, Leonardo, and Japan partner

The European Commission has approved a joint venture between BAE Systems, Leonardo and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement to manage the Global Combat Air Programme as the prime contractor and lead systems integrator, the commission said in a statement on its website on June 3.

3 June 2025, 12:53 PM

Zelenskyy’s envoy denies U.S.-EU sanctions cooperation has collapsed

Ukraine’s sanctions commissioner, Vladyslav Vlasiuk, denied claims that U.S.-EU coordination on sanctions has ended, reporting on his Facebook page that cooperation continues on May 27.

27 May 2025, 02:55 PM

Trump throws wrench in Europe’s plan to pressure Moscow

Intervention by U.S. President Donald Trump urging immediate peace talks between Ukraine and Russia has upended Europe’s effort to badger Washington into imposing tougher sanctions on Moscow, The Guardian reported on May 12.

13 May 2025, 01:30 AM

EU set to approve 17th sanctions package targeting Russia’s shadow fleet

The European Union may approve its 17th package of sanctions against Russia on May 14, with plans to expand the list of vessels in the so-called "shadow fleet," European diplomats told Suspilne on May 12.

12 May 2025, 05:42 PM

China joins calls for Ukraine ceasefire, encourages diplomatic efforts

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said China supports all efforts aimed at peace, including a proposed 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine and potential talks between Kyiv and Moscow, Global Times reported on May 12.

12 May 2025, 02:50 PM

EU backs proposal for 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine

The European Union has backed a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine and urged Russia to show readiness for peace, the EU Council said on May 9.

10 May 2025, 02:19 PM

Some are blocking EU path to get Red Square seats, says Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Some European leaders are hindering Ukraine’s European integration in hopes of securing better seats at Russia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said during a joint press conference with Czech President Petr Pavel in Prague on May 5.

5 May 2025, 11:07 AM

EU greenlights Ukrainian seed exports for oilseeds and beets

The European Parliament on April 3 voted to recognize the equivalence of Ukraine’s certification system and seed production for oilseed and beet crops, paving the way for Ukrainian seeds to access EU markets, Ukraine’s Seed Association reported.

4 April 2025, 12:50 PM

Sweden calls on EU to specify Ukraine’s EU accession process amid Hungary's objections

Swedish EU Affairs Minister Jessika Roswall and her Nordic-Baltic counterparts have urged the European Commission to provide concrete proposals to advance Ukraine’s EU accession, Ukraine’s embassy in Sweden said on March 23.

24 March 2025, 11:00 AM

Macron pushes EU to choose European defense over US suppliers

French President Emmanuel Macron is pushing EU nations to prioritize European, especially French, defense purchases over American ones, Politico reported on March 16.

17 March 2025, 10:15 AM

U.S. to answer EU countermeasures on Trump’s metal tariffs

Donald Trump said the U.S. will respond to EU countermeasures against 25% steel and aluminum tariffs, Bloomberg reports on March 13.

13 March 2025, 03:40 PM

Major EU nations oppose $22 billion aid package for Ukraine

The largest EU countries do not support a proposed 20 billion euro ($22 billion) aid package for Ukraine, a senior EU diplomat told Suspilne on March 6.

6 March 2025, 03:19 PM

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