Hungary suggested removing a line from the EU summit conclusions regarding the European Council’s hopes for the swift opening of two clusters for Ukraine and Moldova’s accession. Bulgaria supported this proposal.
Radek Sikorski reacted to Donald Trump’s comments about Zelensky’s responsibility for destruction in Ukraine. The Polish Foreign Minister emphasized that Ukrainians suffer from Russian military attacks, not from the actions of the Ukrainian president.
European politicians are trying to convince the US of the need to increase pressure on Russia. Kaja Kallas emphasized the importance of not only stopping hostilities but also preventing new conflicts. The issue of frozen Russian assets is also on the agenda.
Marine Le Pen, a candidate for the French presidency, confirmed her willingness to visit Ukraine to discuss French aid. She responded to President Zelensky’s statement about the need for clarification on aid details.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen emphasized the need to use frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine. She noted that Ukraine is facing a severe funding shortage for its war efforts, impacting its defense capabilities.
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US President Donald Trump announced negotiations with Russia and China regarding denuclearization. He noted that China could catch up to the US in nuclear capability within the next five years.
Donald Trump stated that a deal with Putin will be reached without Ukraine’s involvement. He also accused Volodymyr Zelensky of lacking the desire to negotiate with the Kremlin.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever explained why the EU summit did not discuss the use of frozen assets of the Central Bank of Russia. He firmly opposes this idea until the war is over, stating that he does not even want to discuss the issue.
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš expressed support for Ukraine while criticizing Trump’s deal with Putin. He stated that this deal is a betrayal not only of Ukrainians but also of European allies.
Ukraine has annulled the final anti-dumping measures on imports of steel fasteners from China. Restrictions on Turkish cement will remain in effect until the completion of a new review.
The Prime Minister of Latvia stated that President Volodymyr Zelensky currently has only one ally — Europe. Relations between Kyiv and Washington have once again soured, and leaders in Brussels need to focus on supporting Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with EU leaders in Brussels to discuss the opening of the last two clusters for Ukraine’s EU accession by the end of the year. Leaders expressed confidence in completing negotiations and discussed support for Ukraine in energy and finance.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with EU leaders to discuss energy support, strengthening air defense, and financial assistance. The meeting took place in Brussels with European Council President Charles Michel and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Volodymyr Zelensky spoke to the media alongside Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen ahead of the European Council meeting. The discussion took place in Kyiv.
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