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EU Countries Seek Special Envoy for Peace Talks with Moscow on Ukraine

Politics 10/22/2026, 09:45

EU countries are discussing the candidacy of a special representative for direct talks with Moscow on Ukraine amid Washington's diplomatic moves.

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Slovakia Sends Delegation to Moscow to Expand Russian Oil and Gas Supplies

Politics 10/21/2026, 19:08

Slovakia is sending a delegation to Moscow for talks on increasing Russian oil and gas supplies. The intergovernmental commission meeting will take place on October 26 — the first since the start of the war.

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Clock Change in the EU 2026: When Ukrainians in Poland Should Turn Back the Clocks to Winter Time

Politics 10/21/2026, 14:33

In 2026, Poland and other EU countries will switch to winter time on the last Sunday of October. We break down the EU rules and Polish government decree governing this change and what it means for Ukrainians.

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EU Prepares Talks with UK and Canada on Additional Contributions to Support Ukraine in 2027

Politics 10/21/2026, 10:34

The EU plans to discuss additional contributions to support Ukraine—which may face a 70 billion euro shortfall in 2027—at summits with Canada (October 29–30) and the UK (November 20). Brussels is also considering new borrowing and the use of frozen Russian assets.

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EU Unveils Updated Arctic Strategy: Maritime Security Center, Cable Hub, and Satellite Monitoring

Politics 10/20/2026, 19:16

The European Commission has presented the EU's updated Arctic strategy—the first since 2021. It includes the creation of a maritime security center and an Arctic cable hub, as well as the expansion of satellite surveillance.

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EU Seeks Another €70 Billion for Ukraine: Brussels Lacks Fast Instruments

Politics 10/20/2026, 09:19

EU leaders instructed the European Commission to find an additional €70 billion for Ukraine for 2027 following Zelenskyy's appeal at the summit. A new joint borrowing is considered the main option, although the cost of debt has noticeably increased.

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European Commission: Ukraine could receive around 30 billion euros from the EU by the end of 2026, subject to reforms

Economy 10/19/2026, 16:08

EC spokesperson Balazs Ujvari stated that by the end of 2026, Ukraine could receive about 30 billion euros from the EU, subject to the continuation of reforms. The bulk of the amount is a loan to support Ukraine, with part being defense assistance.

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Grain Corridor Through Flags: Ukraine Seeks Ways with Turkey, Egypt, and India to Return Vessels to the Black Sea

Politics 10/19/2026, 04:18

Ukraine is negotiating with Turkey, Egypt, and India on the safe passage of ships in the Black Sea to resume grain exports, which have been halted since August. Zelenskyy also urged the EU to restore the "Solidarity Lanes".

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Sybiha Urges Europe to Close Borders for Russian Combatants and Their Families

Politics 10/18/2026, 17:10

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has urged the EU to introduce real entry bans for Russian combatants and their families, restrict visas, and limit the freedom of movement of Russian diplomats.

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Zelenskyy: Europe is already developing its own Starlink equivalent

Politics 10/17/2026, 22:43

Zelenskyy stated that Europe is already developing its own satellite network, an equivalent to Starlink. According to him, the project was launched after the US restricted the service for the Ukrainian military.

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Zelenskyy: Threat of 'Unfreezing' Russian Assets Exists, But Situation Is Fully Under Europe's Control

Politics 10/17/2026, 20:20

Zelenskyy stated that the threat of 'unfreezing' Russian assets in Europe exists, but the situation is completely under Brussels' control. He commented on the Trump team's proposal to transfer some funds into a US-controlled mechanism.

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Ukraine Requests New €70 Billion EU Loan: Slovakia and Hungary Refuse to Participate in Financing

Politics 10/17/2026, 16:42

At the Brussels summit, Ukraine requested a new €70 billion loan from the European Union to cover military expenses. Slovakia and Hungary announced their refusal to participate in its financing.

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Italy and Spain Agree to Lift Mutual Border Controls

Politics 10/17/2026, 12:11

Italy and Spain have agreed to lift mutual border controls introduced following migration disputes. The leaders of both nations finalized steps to restore free movement within the EU.

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Fico: Slovakia refused to participate in EU military credit package for Ukraine

Politics 10/17/2026, 11:51

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced Bratislava's refusal to participate in the mechanism providing Ukraine with an additional 70 billion euros in loans, calling it predominantly military.

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EU Imposes Four-Year Import Quota on Hybrid Vehicles from China: Deliveries to Be Cut by More Than Half

Economy 10/17/2026, 10:52

Starting in December, the EU will introduce a four-year quota on imports of hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars from China, cutting supplies by more than half — from 800k to 350k vehicles in the first year.

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Macron: Europe Will Not Abandon Ukraine and Will Consider Kyiv's €70B Defense Request

Politics 10/17/2026, 07:48

Macron stated that Europe will not abandon Ukraine and will consider Kyiv's request for €70B in additional defense financing. EU leaders are discussing assistance mechanisms, including satellite systems and early warnings.

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Zelenskyy Emphasizes EU Support at Brussels Summit Amid Strained US Relations

Politics 10/16/2026, 22:50

At the Brussels summit on October 16, Zelenskyy emphasized EU support and called for strengthened air defense, without mentioning strained US relations. EU leaders announced preparations for a 22nd sanctions package against Russia.

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EU Prepares to Launch Project Bromo: European Satellite Alternative to SpaceX to Receive Approval in Coming Days

Economy 10/16/2026, 05:43

The European Union will submit documents in the coming days to launch the Project Bromo satellite project, a European alternative to SpaceX. The initiative will be the first major test of the EU's updated merger approach and aims to reduce reliance on American satellite services.

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