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Ukraine
Orban stands in the way of Ukraine's hopes for 50 billion euros ($54 billion) in financial aid and progress towards its goal of one day joining the bloc.
Dec. 14, 2023
Ukraine
Macron’s “enduring support,” Orban and the “terrible mistake,” Zelensky’s retort, Nordic support and Germany’s “sustainable” aid.
Dec. 13, 2023
Zelensky
Orban on Wednesday reiterated his opposition to opening EU membership talks with Ukraine, calling it a “terrible mistake.”
Dec. 13, 2023
War in Ukraine
The debate over future EU support comes as backing from Kyiv's key ally the United States has been plunged into doubt by Republican opponents of President Joe Biden.
Dec. 13, 2023
Ukraine
With his return as prime minister of Poland, Donald Tusk is seen as crucial for restoring Poland’s standing in the EU and the key to hope for Ukraine in 2024
Dec. 13, 2023
Hungary
The EU Commission can expect to be accused of backing down in its standoff with Orban, and it is far from clear that the gesture will avert a dispute between leaders.
Dec. 13, 2023
Europe
As expected after general election results, 8-year domination by right-wing PiS party ended in parliament by no confidence vote by new coalition.
Dec. 11, 2023
Zelensky
The conversation between the heads of the two nations came amidst Ukraine’s uncertain bid for EU candidacy, with Hungary likely to torpedo both EU and US support for Ukraine.
Dec. 11, 2023
War in Ukraine
Kyiv urges electricity efficiency after strikes; Drones hit grain industry near Odesa; AFU advances by Kupyansk; Russia moves in on Avdiivka; African immigrants converge on Finnish, US borders
Dec. 8, 2023
War in Ukraine
The US Congress has refused to authorise further financial aid and Hungary doesn't want to discuss further EU assistance for Ukraine at the summit in December, as planned.
Dec. 7, 2023
Hungary
Viktor Orban who has maintained close ties to Russia is threatening to use his EU summit veto to block aid to his war-torn neighbour and stop Ukraine’s bid to join the bloc.
Dec. 1, 2023
Ukraine
Authorities in Kyiv have identified four judges in a bribery case where a bribe was proposed to the defendant in exchange for a favorable court decision in an ongoing case.
Nov. 30, 2023
Europe
The Netherlands has been one of Ukraine’s biggest military partners since the invasion began and was one of the first to agree to provide F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine.
Nov. 30, 2023
US
The decision by North Macedonia, as current OSCE chair, to invite Russia to attend the organization’s annual ministerial conference in Skopje has not gone down well.
Nov. 28, 2023
EU
The links between many companies in former Soviet countries are deeply rooted, none more so than in the aviation sectors where Ukrainian expertise has long been prized.
Nov. 28, 2023
US expected to unveil $1.25 billion aid package for Ukraine; Poland ready to boost electricity exports after Slovakia threatens cuts; and Russia promises retaliation for EU block of Telegram.
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