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Ukraine
Polish farmers have legitimate reasons for protesting. But the source of prices remaining low is largely Russia, which tries to ensure Kyiv and Brussels get blamed.
Mar. 11
War in Ukraine
With European parliamentary elections approaching, pro-Russian social media posts support far-right and nationalist parties with false claims that Ukraine's refugees are criminals and welfare cheats.
Mar. 10
War in Ukraine
Ukraine will receive the first tranche of EUR 4.5 billion under the Ukraine Facility program in March, and the second tranche of EUR 1.5 billion will be disbursed in April.
Mar. 8
Ukraine
The sharp increase in imports of food from Ukraine into the EU has been a controversial issue for months, and one of the main drivers of the farmers’ protests in Eastern European countries.
Mar. 8
China
The Chinese delegation’s visit is part of Beijing’s “shuttle diplomacy” tour in an attempt to negotiate peace between Kyiv and Moscow, but Kyiv’s response might’ve been met with cold indifference.
Mar. 8
War in Ukraine
The EU Commission has presented a new strategy and legislative proposal for the European defence industry.
Mar. 8
Ukraine
The latest escalation of the Polish farmers’ protest saw mass protests in Warsaw outside Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s office, though Ukraine had already conceded to the demands.
Mar. 6
War in Ukraine
"We must take more responsibility for our own security, while, of course, remaining fully committed to our NATO alliance," said European Commission Vice President Margrethe Vestager.
Mar. 5
War in Ukraine
At a press conference after a Paris meeting of EU leaders, Macron said that while there was no consensus about sending troops to Ukraine, given the dynamic unfolding, nothing could be ruled out.
Mar. 5
War in Ukraine
The European Commission will discuss the possibility of a “war economy mode” transition today to boost arms production capacities across the bloc, but multiple hurdles remain along the way.
Mar. 5
Ukraine
Ukraine’s point-person on Euro-Atlantic Integration said a negotiating framework could be decided by March 19.
Mar. 4
US
An EU Czech-led initiative that hopes to find $1.5 billion to buy 800,000 critically needed ammunition for the Ukrainian army is moving fast and Congress might vote for more next month.
Mar. 4
EU
Macron appeared to make a point at Germany's expense on Monday when he criticized partners who had said "we are going to offer sleeping bags and helmets" on the eve of Russia's invasion.
Feb. 28
War in Ukraine
Calls have been mounting to find ways to support Kyiv's war effort by tapping the bank accounts, investments and other assets frozen after Russia invaded its neighbour in 2022.
Feb. 28
Russia
The thin sliver of land has been de facto controlled by pro-Russian forces since the collapse of the Soviet Union but is internationally recognized as part of Moldova.
Feb. 28
Ukraine
The trip will represent "the second round of shuttle diplomacy on seeking a political settlement of the Ukraine crisis", China's foreign ministry said in a statement.
Feb. 28
The EU currently has 15 packages of sanctions against Russia, which must be unanimously renewed every six months by all 27 member states.
Dec. 20