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EU: Russia on the back foot as Ukraine momentum grows
europe-politics2 hours ago

EU: Russia on the back foot as Ukraine momentum grows

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Russia is on the back foot and that the war dynamics are shifting in Ukraine’s favor, calling for an unconditional ceasefire, Russia to stop sabotage, cyberattacks and interference, and insisting Europe won’t be a neutral mediator; the bloc plans more sanctions and will leverage trade ties. The day also saw Ukraine strike a major defence deal with Sweden for up to 20 Gripen jets, while Bulgaria and Hungary push reforms to unlock EU funds and Latvia approves a new government, and the EU imposes a €200m fine on Temu for illegal and dangerous products.

via The Guardian|
#ceasefire#eu#europe-politics
Latvia’s Prime Minister resigns as drone incident fractures coalition
europe-politics13 days ago

Latvia’s Prime Minister resigns as drone incident fractures coalition

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina announced her resignation on May 14 after a drone incursion into Latvian airspace exposed deep tensions within the ruling coalition, leading Defense Minister Andris Spruds to resign and prompting a no-confidence push. While the opposition lacks enough votes for an immediate fall of the government, the crisis weakens Silina’s grip; however, with under six months until elections, Latvia is not expected to hold snap polls, and Silina could remain as acting prime minister until a new government forms, amid broad cross-party support for Ukraine, NATO, and EU integration.

via The Kyiv Independent|
#coalitioncrisis#defenseministerresigns#droneincident
Ukraine anti-graft probe targets Zelenskyy’s former chief of staff
europe-politics17 days ago

Ukraine anti-graft probe targets Zelenskyy’s former chief of staff

Ukraine’s NABU and SAPO say they have named Andriy Yermak, Zelenskyy’s former chief of staff, as a suspect in a major corruption case involving about €9 million laundered through shell companies tied to a Kyiv-area luxury mansion project; six others were also named, with the investigation dating back to 2018 and the subject having resigned in November.

via Euronews.com|
#andriy-yermak#europe-politics#luxury-real-estate
EU budget battle deepens as Cyprus summit kicks off 2028-34 talks
europe-politics1 month ago

EU budget battle deepens as Cyprus summit kicks off 2028-34 talks

EU leaders at a Cyprus summit pressed to advance an €1.8 trillion 2028-34 budget, but remain far apart on its size, purpose, and funding. Debates center on whether to expand spending or cut it, and how to bankroll it through “own resources” like the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, emissions trading, and other levies, with countries split between ambitious investment and fiscal restraint as they eye next year’s elections. The goal is to seal a deal by year’s end, before Parliament negotiations resume.

via politico.eu|
#budget#cbam#europe-politics
Estonia’s Michal rebukes Orbán as EU urged to unlock Ukraine loan
europe-politics3 months ago

Estonia’s Michal rebukes Orbán as EU urged to unlock Ukraine loan

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal criticized Viktor Orbán for blocking the EU’s €90 billion loan to Ukraine, saying the EU should lift Hungary’s veto and deliver the aid. He framed the issue in terms of European security and the broader tensions with Russia, noted the Druzhba pipeline damage, and highlighted ongoing debates about EU decision‑making and potential ties with non‑EU partners amid Hungary’s election period.

via Euronews.com|
#druzhba-pipeline#estonia#eu-veto
German Football Chief Urges 2026 World Cup Boycott Amid Trump Tensions
world4 months ago

German Football Chief Urges 2026 World Cup Boycott Amid Trump Tensions

Oke Göttlich, St. Pauli president and German Football Association vice president, urged Europe to seriously discuss boycotting the 2026 World Cup in response to Donald Trump’s escalating rhetoric and broader U.S. foreign moves, likening the moment to Cold War Olympic boycotts and criticizing FIFA for perceived double standards. France said there is no desire to boycott, highlighting mixed views on politics in sport as the U.S.-hosted tournament approaches.

via politico.eu|
#boycott#europe-politics#fifa