Sanctions against Russia’s war: EU lists two individuals and four entities
The EU Council today decided to impose restrictive measures against two individuals and four entities responsible for actions undermining or…
Russian propaganda against Ukraine: EU sanctions two individuals and one entity
The propaganda has repeatedly and consistently targeted European political parties, especially during election periods, as well as targeting civil society, asylum seekers,…
Russia: Mikhail Mishustin’s meeting with deputies of the A Just Russia – For Truth parliamentary party in the State Duma
"A Just Russia Party is doing much to safeguard human rights in other areas as well. I am referring to the social, housing and economic sectors. I would like…
Ukrainian President met with a delegation of the EU Parliament’s Renew Europe political group
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with a delegation of the European Parliament's Renew Europe political group headed by the…
Ukraine: We are doing everything to provide our warriors with more opportunities – Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Russia spends billions and billions of dollars each year on influence operations in other countries. They spread chaos, undermine the…
Ukraine: Zelenskyy coordinates security and economic measures in Sumy
During a working trip to Sumy region, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a coordination meeting with the military command…
UK at the UN Security Council: President Putin’s drive for perpetual warfare in Russia
Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Thomas Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security.…
France condemns Russia’s recent massive strikes against civilians in Ukraine
France condemns in the strongest possible terms the massive Russian missile and drone strikes conducted against numerous civilian targets in…
EU and Ukraine continue strengthening Solidarity Lanes and transport cooperation
Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine has significantly impacted global trade routes, which has led to an unprecedented cooperation to improve…
European Council conclusions, 21 and 22 March 2024
On 21 and 22 March, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, security and defence, the Middle East, enlargement and…
Speech by EU Commission President von der Leyen at the Nuclear Energy Summit
Innovation in nuclear technologies is a very dynamic space, particularly for nuclear power technologies such as Small Modular Reactors, or…
Deal to extend trade support for Ukraine with safeguards for EU farmers
On Wednesday, Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on extending trade liberalisation measures for Ukraine in the face of…
UAF: EU Council allocates €5bn under the EPF to support Ukraine militarily
Today the EU Council decided to increase the financial ceiling of the European Peace Facility (EPF) by €5 billion in…
Russia/Ukraine: Statement by the EU HR on Russian presidential elections
Russian authorities have continued to increase the systematic internal repression by cracking down on opposition politicians, civil society organisations, independent…
Read-out of the call between EU Commission President von der Leyen and PM Tusk
Farmers are faced by increasing uncertainties, in particular caused by geopolitical events such as Russia's war of aggression on Ukraine.…
Russia’s war: EU individual sanctions over territorial integrity prolonged for a further six months
The Council decided today to prolong the restrictive measures targeting those responsible for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty…
Italy: EU Commission approves €750m to support companies affected by Russia’s war
The European Commission has approved a €750 million Italian scheme to support small and medium-sized companies (“SMEs”) and mid-caps companies in the context of Russia's war…
Zelenskyy: Weapons and air defense are needed here to save lives
Of course, the main issue in the talks with the Prime Minister of Greece was our defense, our capabilities in…
Ukraine: President Zelenskyy on arrest warrants for the commanders of Russian murderers
Today, the International Criminal Court has taken another step – arrest warrants have been issued for two more representatives of…
Switzerland seen from abroad in 2023: Media focus on Credit Suisse and the war in Ukraine
In 2023, Switzerland received enormous attention in the international media due to the collapse of Credit Suisse and its consequences.…
Ukraine/Moldova: EU Commission proposes updates to road transport agreements
The proposals, sent to the Council, include updates to the agreement with Ukraine to improve its practical implementation and enforcement…
France joins OSCE in invoking Moscow Mechanism over Ukraine detentions
On February 29, France and 44 other Participating States belonging to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE)…
Ukraine: Switzerland implements the EU’s 13th package of sanctions
The Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research (EAER), which is responsible for sanctions, decided on 29 February to…
Parliament calls on the EU to give Ukraine whatever it needs to defeat Russia
In the text, passed by 451 votes in favour, 46 against with 49 abstentions, MEPs take stock of the two…
EU Commission recommends that Member States continue saving gas to secure supplies and stabilize markets
Gas savings by businesses and citizens across the EU have made an important contribution to tackling the energy crisis, spurred…
Belarus: EU prolongs restrictive measures for another year
Today the Council has decided to prolong the restrictive measures linked to internal repression in Belarus and regime’s support for Russia’s war against…
UN chief emphasizes peace as Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine enters third year
Addressing Security Council members, with several Ministers and ambassadors in attendance, the Secretary-General reminded them of the United Nations principle of the…
UN General Assembly: UK Foreign Secretary on Ukraine
The truth is we – myself included – spent years trying to build a new relationship with Moscow after the…
UK statement to mark the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: 23 February 2024
When Putin launched his illegal invasion two years ago, the free world was united in its response. We stood together behind…
Russia: two years after the full-scale invasion, EU adopts 13th package of individual and economic sanctions
This package focuses on further limiting Russia’s access to military technologies, such as for drones, and on listing additional companies and…
Swedish Government presents largest to date military support package to Ukraine
The Swedish Government presented its 15th and largest military support package to Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion began on 24…
Norway starts maritime training mission
This spring, Norwegian soldiers start training Ukrainian Marines specialized in small boat operations. The training will go on for at…
Sweden: Foreign and security policy focus on NATO membership, the neighbourhood and support to Ukraine
Today, Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström presented the Government’s 2024 Statement of Foreign Policy in the Riksdag. The Government’s…
We must hold Russia accountable for environmental crimes – Andriy Yermak and Margot Wallström presenting the Environmental Compact for Ukraine
The High-Level Working Group on the Environmental Consequences of the War, co-chaired by Head of the Office of the President…
Norway provide more NASAMs to Ukraine
The Government proposes to the Norwegian Parliament to order a further ten launch units and four fire control centers of…
Romania: EU Commission approves €241m to support agricultural producers affected by Russia’s war
The European Commission has approved an approximately €241 million (RON 1.2 billion) Romanian scheme to support the agricultural primary plant production sector in the context of…
Ukraine: Speech by EU HRVP Borrell to deputies in Verkhovna Rada
And let me say, frankly, that for many years, corruption was the weak spot of Ukraine’s society. It has cost…
Ukraine: Press remarks by EU HRVP Borrell after his meeting with PM Shmyhal
Yes, Ukraine remains a top priority for the European Union and your European Union membership [remains a priority too]. And…
Speech: EU Commission President von der Leyen addresses EU Parliament on recent Council meetings
Much of the attention around the special European Council has focused indeed on our EUR 50 billion Ukraine Facility –…
Russia: Vladimir Putin’s telephone conversation with President of the UAE
Against the backdrop of the ongoing armed confrontation in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, they reviewed steps for additional humanitarian relief to the Gaza Strip. The presidents reaffirmed the two countries’ position…
Ukraine / Russia: France takes note of the ruling by the International Court of Justice
France has taken note of the ruling issued by the International Court of Justice on January 31 in Ukraine’s case…
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Highlights from Ursula von der Leyen’s press conference after special EU Council meeting
We will also continue to support the brave Ukrainian armed forces, to fight off the brutal invaders. So far, the…
Ukraine: Switzerland implements the EU’s 12th package of sanctions
The Federal Council adopted further sanctions against Russia at its meeting on 31 January. This is in response to Russia's…