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“Associated Membership” for Ukraine in the EU: Between Real Integration and an Imitation of Victory

January 2008… Negotiations between Ukraine and the EU on a new enhanced agreement to replace the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement have been under way for almost a year.

23 May, 10:34 AM

Hungary's Magyar says Orban trial not his call but vows accountability for lawbreakers

The question of a possible trial of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban falls outside Peter Magyar’s authority, the recently appointed Hungarian premier said in an interview with Polish newspaper Rzeczpospolita on May 22.

22 May, 03:00 PM

Russia pressures Armenia as Yerevan’s EU push strains Moscow’s old grip

Russia called Armenia’s intention to remain in the Eurasian Economic Union while seeking to join the European Union “unacceptable,” Russian outlet Interfax reported.

21 May, 10:45 AM

U.S. wants Kyiv to lobby against Belarus sanctions

The United States has asked Ukraine to loosen restrictions on imports of Belarusian fertilizers and to press European countries to do the same, Bloomberg reported on May 20, citing unnamed U.S. officials.

21 May, 03:38 AM

Finland's Terrafame eyeing scandium production, potentially becoming Europe's sole supplier

Finnish state-controlled mining and metals company Terrafame is exploring the possibility of producing scandium at its uranium facility in Sotkamo, a move that could make it Europe's sole producer of the rare metal classified by the European Union as a critical raw material, Interfax Ukraine reported on May 19.

20 May, 01:44 PM

Hungary's Magyar visits Poland for talks with Tusk in first foreign trip as prime minister

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has arrived in Poland, for a two-day visit — his first foreign trip since taking office — and is set to meet with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Warsaw on May 20, Reuters reported.

19 May, 01:02 PM

Merkel: EU failed to engage with Russia

The EU has failed to use its diplomatic influence to end the Russo–Ukrainian war, former German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on May 18.

19 May, 01:18 AM

EU still undecided on extending temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees

The European Union has not decided whether to extend temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees for another year, European Commission spokesman Markus Lammert said on May 18.

18 May, 09:57 PM

Zelenskyy calls for strong European presence in peace process after talks with EU Council president

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call with European Council President António Costa on May 17 to discuss prospects for achieving peace in Ukraine, the Presidential Office reported on X.

18 May, 11:09 AM

EU finalizing $7 billion drone package for Ukraine — von der Leyen

The European Union is finalizing an EUR6 billion ($7 billion) funding package to be directed at Ukraine drone procurement, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on May 14.

14 May, 11:37 PM

Ukraine's Fire Point launches satellites, eyes Tomahawk replacement, plans European air defense shield

Ukrainian arms manufacturer Fire Point has launched two satellites this year and plans to put "dozens" more into orbit in 2027, co-founder and chief designer Denys Shtilerman told the Financial Times on May 14, as the company rapidly expands its missile, drone, and space capabilities.

14 May, 04:30 PM

Rutte asks NATO allies to commit 0.25% of their GDPs to Ukraine aid - Politico

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has called on allies to boost aid to Ukraine to 0.25% of their GDP, a move that could provide up to tens of billions of dollars in additional support for Kyiv, Politico reported on May 12.

14 May, 08:58 AM

Slovakia closes all border crossings with Ukraine over security concerns

Slovakia closed all border crossings with Ukraine on May 13, citing unspecified security reasons, the country’s Financial Administration said.

13 May, 10:35 PM

Merkel eyed as EU–Russia mediator

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel is being viewed as the best candidate to mediate potential talks between the European Union and Russia, Der Spiegel reported on May 12.

12 May, 08:36 PM

Poland and France want to delay opening EU negotiation clusters for Ukraine

Two European Union countries are proposing delaying the opening of some accession negotiation clusters for Ukraine, two EU diplomatic sources told Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty on May 12.

12 May, 07:03 PM

What Ukraine needs for EU accession and future of Czech ammunition initiative

Czechia has emerged as one of Ukraine’s most effective allies in Europe — a partner that is both supportive and pragmatic. This reflects the current reality of Central Europe, where backing for Ukraine is measured not just in declarations but in concrete decisions, budgets, and domestic political consensus.

12 May, 02:44 PM

Europe hesitates to send Patriot missiles to Ukraine — report

Some European countries are refusing to transfer Patriot interceptor missiles to Kyiv because they fear doing so would significantly weaken their own air defenses, The Washington Post reported on May 11, citing sources.

12 May, 02:42 AM

Ukraine rejects Schröder role in Russia talks

Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder lacks “legitimacy” to serve as a mediator in potential EU–Russia talks, Ukraine’s Ambassador to Germany, Oleksii Makeiev, told Spiegel on May 11.

12 May, 12:27 AM

Ukraine proposes ‘airport ceasefire’ to Russia — FM Sybiha

Ukraine has asked Europe to help revive peace talks with Russia by starting with a small, concrete step: a mutual halt to attacks on airports, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha told Politico on May 11.

11 May, 11:25 PM

Ukraine does not endorse Schröder as EU negotiator with Russia - Sybiha

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced that he will not endorse former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as an EU negotiator with Russia, Radio Liberty reported on May 11.

11 May, 02:15 PM

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