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EU prepares new sanctions package targeting Russia's shadow fleet

The European Union is preparing a 21st sanctions package targeting Russia’s shadow fleet, Politico, citing European diplomats and officials, reported on May 10.

11 May, 10:20 AM

Hungary's parliament elects Magyar as PM; EU flag to return to building

Hungary's new parliament held its inaugural session on May 8, with newly elected members of parliament taking their oaths of office and formally electing Peter Magyar as prime minister, Hungarian outlets Telex and 444 reported.

9 May, 10:05 PM

Slovakia's Fico calls himself EU's 'black sheep' during Moscow visit

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, visiting Moscow on May 8, called himself the "black sheep" of the European Union and said he planned to deliver messages from unnamed European politicians to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Slovak outlet Denník N reported.

9 May, 02:15 PM

New EU sanctions to target people linked to child deportations by Russia

The European Union will add new names on May 11 to its sanctions list targeting people involved in the abduction or illegal deportation of Ukrainian children by Russia, a senior EU official told Ukrainian media outlet European Pravda on May 8.

8 May, 06:03 PM

EU prepares for direct talks with Moscow as U.S. peace efforts stall — FT

EU leaders are discussing the possibility of direct talks with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, as they “grow frustrated” with U.S. President Donald Trump’s clumsy attempts to negotiate an end to the Russo–Ukrainian war, the Financial Times reported on May 7.

7 May, 11:28 PM

Ukraine needs EU data to plan refugee returns

Ukraine needs detailed data on Ukrainians under temporary protection in European Union countries, including vulnerable groups, to plan return policies and prepare local communities, Social Policy Minister Denys Uliutin said after meeting EU migration chief Magnus Brunner on May 7.

7 May, 06:16 PM

EU will not evacuate Kyiv diplomats despite Russia's threats of massive missile strike

The European Union will not evacuate its diplomats from Kyiv or alter its presence in Ukraine despite Russia's threats to carry out a massive missile strike on the capital, European Commission spokesperson Anouar El Anouni said on May 7, according to European Pravda.

7 May, 05:55 PM

Most Ukrainians still believe country will thrive inside EU within a decade, survey finds

Nearly two-thirds of Ukrainians believe their country will be a prosperous EU member within 10 years, according to a poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) conducted on April 20–27.

6 May, 01:00 PM

EU reviews Ukraine’s new Civil Code bill

The European Union is examining a draft of Ukraine’s new Civil Code that the Ukrainian parliament (Verkhovna Rada) recently approved in a first reading, EU Ambassador Katarina Mathernova said on May 5.

6 May, 01:16 AM

UK set to join EU’s $105 billion loan to Ukraine

The United Kingdom plans to join the EU’s loan program for Ukraine, with negotiations set to take place at the European Political Community summit in Yerevan, Reuters, citing a statement from the UK government, reported on May 4.

4 May, 08:55 AM

NATO seeking details on possible U.S. troop reduction in Germany

NATO is working with the United States to clarify details of its decision to adjust the deployment of American forces in Germany, alliance spokesperson Allison Hart said on X on May 2.

2 May, 08:35 PM

Ukraine’s EU accession timeline and reform delays strain ties with Brussels - FT

Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s persistence to fast-track Ukraine’s accession into the EU is raising tensions with European partners, who consider such timelines unrealistic and insist on a gradual reform process, the Financial Times wrote on May 1.

2 May, 01:48 PM

Trump says he will raise tariffs on EU cars to 25%

The United States wills start charging a 25% tariff on car imports from the EU starting May 4, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on May 1.

1 May, 09:16 PM

What to expect from EU changes to Ukrainian refugee status?

The European Union is considering whether to extend or rework the temporary protection status for Ukrainian refugees after it ends in March 2027.

1 May, 01:01 PM

EU’s loan will not burden Ukraine’s public finances, ministry says

Kyiv will begin repaying the EU’s EUR90 billion ($105 billion) Ukraine Support Loan only after Russia pays war reparations, the Finance Ministry told Interfax-Ukraine news agency on April 30.

1 May, 02:38 AM

Bulgarian pro-Russian party pushes to end Ukraine security pact

The pro-Russian Revival party in Bulgaria has submitted a resolution to the National Assembly calling for the termination of a 10-year security agreement with Ukraine, local outlet Novinite reported on April 30.

1 May, 01:39 AM

Venice Biennale to restrict Russian pavilion access amid European government protests

The Russian pavilion at the 2026 Venice Biennale will be closed to the general public and accessible only during professional preview days, the art news outlet Artslooker reported on April 29.

30 April, 07:27 PM

Kallas questions lack of pressure on Russia following Trump-Putin phone conversation

Peace negotiations regarding Ukraine have effectively reached a deadlock with no significant changes following a phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on April 30.

30 April, 06:01 PM

Hungary’s Peter Magyar demands expanded minority rights to back Ukraine’s EU bid

Incoming Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar is insisting on expanded rights for the Hungarian minority in Ukraine as a prerequisite for supporting the start of Kyiv’s EU accession talks, Bloomberg reported on April 30.

30 April, 04:55 PM

EU plans pre-entry perks for Ukraine after denying fast-track accession - Politico

The European Union is preparing a package of short-term benefits for Ukraine to bring it closer to the bloc after EU capitals rejected plans to fast-track full membership, Politico wrote, citing four diplomats, on April 30.

30 April, 09:56 AM

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