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The European Union (EU) remains a pivotal player on the geopolitical stage, particularly in its response to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Recent news highlights the EU's multifaceted approach to addressing these challenges, showcasing efforts to impose sanctions on Russia and bolster defense capabilities while simultaneously facing internal disagreements among member states.

Hungary's recent obstruction in approving Ukraine's EU membership exemplifies the internal divisions, while broader strategies by EU leaders, such as developing defense projects and maintaining sanctions on Russia, reflect the EU's commitment to supporting Ukraine. The geopolitical dynamics have driven countries like Lithuania and Latvia to collaborate with Ukraine to combat criminal activities impacting EU citizens.

Ongoing debates within the European Parliament emphasize the need for cohesive security policies, including potential deployment of EU troops post-conflict. Furthermore, the EU's pursuit of energy independence from Russian resources represents strategic steps towards long-term security and stability in the region. As the EU navigates these complex issues, its role as a security provider for Ukraine and a defender of European values against external threats remains crucial.
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Zelenskyy Hungary removes people from sanctions list in Europe - Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that Hungary is removing people from the sanctions list in Europe. 1 533 5 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia Hungary blocks sanctions against Russia

Kallas on possible sending of troops to Ukraine EU plans to supply at least 2 million munitions year to Ukraine - Kallas The "White Paper" on the future of EU defense contains a separate section on Ukraine and provides for a significant increase in European assistance, including the supply of military equipment and at least 2 million units of ammunition per year. 1 069 13 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Europe Military aid to Ukraine Shells supply from the EU

eu EU to support Putin tribunal, but Hungary does not support summit conclusions The European Council will support the creation of a Special Tribunal to punish those responsible for crimes of Russian aggression against Ukraine, but Hungary does not agree with some of the conclusions. 1 805 15 Previously in trend: EU summit on March 20-21 Tribunal for Putin

US wants EU to participate in peace talks EU countries will participate in negotiations on Ukraine - Bloomberg US officials have told their European counterparts that the EU should participate in any peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. 2 255 16 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations

EU summit on March 20-21: Hungary opposes conclusions on Ukraine EU prepares to approve Ukraine summit decision without Hungary’s support The European Union is once again preparing for a scenario where the conclusions of the March 20-21 summit on Ukraine can be approved without the support of Hungary, which had previously publicly opposed them. 2 990 9 Previously in trend: EU summit on March 20-21 Hungary opposes support for Ukraine

EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Mathernova EU will never recognize Russia’s illegal occupation of Ukrainian territories - Mathernova The European Union will never recognize Russia's illegal annexation and occupation of Ukraine's territories. 1 298 31 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

trump,putin EU’s position on eve of Putin-Trump conversation: We want just peace for Ukraine The European Union emphasizes the need for a just peace for Ukraine, as well as the importance of its participation in the negotiations, commenting on the upcoming telephone conversation between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. 1 007 14 Previously in trend: Trump and Putin’s upcoming conversation

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hungary Peter Szijjarto Szijjarto complained that EU supports Ukraine in protecting rights of Hungarians in Transcarpathia Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto did not like the position of EU foreign ministers on the protection of the rights of Hungarians in Ukraine. 3 322 28 Previously in trend: Hungary opposes support for Ukraine Hungary’s position on Ukraine’s EU membership The question of Transcarpathian Hungarians

EU, European Union EU leaders plan to call on Russia to demonstrate readiness to end war – media At the summit on March 20-21, EU leaders plan to adopt a statement calling on Russia to demonstrate real political will to end the war in Ukraine. 670 12 Previously in trend: EU summit on March 20-21

EU on the US withdrawal from the center for investigating Russian crimes US has officially announced termination of its participation in International Center for Investigation of Russian Crimes against Ukraine - EU The European Union has confirmed that the United States will withdraw from the international group investigating Russia's crimes in the war against Ukraine, the United States has officially notified Eurojust of its withdrawal. 3 223 47 Previously in trend: US leaves team investigating Russian crimes in Ukraine

40 billion euros in aid to Ukraine. Kallas statement EU has broad political support for €40 billion defense initiative to help Ukraine - Kallas The EU is currently discussing the details of a €40 billion emergency military aid package for Ukraine. 667 4 Previously in trend: Military aid to Ukraine

Sybiha calls on the EU to arm faster and more effectively Sybiha at EU Council meeting: Now is time to arm as quickly and effectively as possible Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called on European partners to strengthen their own defense capabilities. 777 16 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Europe Coalition in support of Ukraine

US sanctions are draining Russia’s economy Hungary refuses to block EU sanctions against Russia after talking to Rubio - Politico Hungary has refused to veto the extension of EU sanctions against Russia after Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto had a telephone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. 7 890 33 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Ukraine Facility. EU Council approves next tranche EU Council approves €3.5bn tranche of Ukraine Facility programme The EU Council has approved the third disbursement of non-repayable grants and loans under the Ukraine Facility programme. Thus, Ukraine will receive about 3.5 billion euros. 713 2 Previously in trend: Ukraine Facility

Sijjarto vows to resist EU proposals to support Ukraine Hungary will not allow financing arms supplies to Ukraine - Szijjarto Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said that a "pro-war position" still prevails in Brussels. 6 651 45 Previously in trend: Hungary accuses EU of blocking Trump’s peace initiatives Hungary opposes support for Ukraine

Xi Jinping will not attend EU-China summit Xi Jinping rejected invitation to anniversary summit marking 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and EU - Financial Times The summit in Brussels to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of relations between China and the European Union will be attended by the Chinese Prime Minister, not leader Xi Jinping. 6 830 43 Previously in trend: Xi Jinping refused to go to summit

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban European Union is an empire that wants to colonize Ukraine. War with Russia is way to do it, - Orban Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban called the European Union an "empire" and accused it of intending to colonize Ukraine, forcing Kyiv to allegedly continue the war with Russia. 9 014 96 Previously in trend: Anti-Ukrainian position of Orban

Ursula von der Leyen comments on the ceasefire proposal in Ukraine Russia must demonstrate that it is ready to support ceasefire in Ukraine, - von der Leyen Following a virtual meeting of world leaders organized by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed her support for the ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia. 697 6 Previously in trend: EU support for Ukraine ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: Only Hungary blocks decision on Ukraine’s EU membership President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the decision on Ukraine's membership in the European Union is being blocked by only one country - Hungary. 2 834 41 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU

Von der Leyen on new sanctions against Russia EU approves sanctions against almost 2400 individuals and legal entities of Russian Federation, - von der Leyen The European Union has extended sanctions against Russia in response to Russia's ongoing aggression against Ukraine. 2 048 11 Previously in trend: EU sanctions

EU prepares defense project EU prepares massive Union defense project aimed at deterring Russia and supporting Ukraine - Politico The European Union has developed a draft Defense White Paper that includes building up the EU's defense industry and is also aimed at deterring Russia and supporting Ukraine as the United States "reduces its focus" on the continent. 2 763 18 Previously in trend: Security of Europe

EU sanctions against Russia EU envoys fail again to agree on extending personal sanctions against Russia – media On Thursday, March 13, during a meeting, the EU ambassadors failed to agree on extending personal sanctions against Russia. They will expire on March 15, 2025. 1 938 18 Previously in trend: Extension of EU sanctions against Russia

The EU will not lift sanctions against Russia EU does not lift sanctions against Russia, new package of restrictions is being prepared – EU spokesperson EU Spokesperson for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Anitta Hipper said that the European Union is not lifting sanctions against Russia. 895 6 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia Lifting sanctions against Russia

Members of criminal organisation defrauded EU citizens of UAH 11 million Law enforcers of Ukraine, Lithuania and Latvia expose 14 members of criminal organisation who defrauded EU citizens of over UAH 11 million. PHOTOS In March 2025, the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) exposed members of a criminal organisation that defrauded citizens of the European Union through the operation of a call centre in Kamianske, Dnipro region. 1 183 2

Trump’s tariff wars. Lithuania says how long they will last Tariff wars between US and EU will not last long, - Lithuanian Finance Minister Šadžius Lithuanian Finance Minister Rimantas Šadžius believes that the tariff wars between the United States and the European Union will not have a long-term impact on the country's economy and predicts their imminent end. 2 108 15 Previously in trend: Trump trade wars

Debate in the European Parliament on support for Ukraine EU defense capability and support for Ukraine: Debate in European Parliament Today, March 11, the European Parliament held a debate on security issues and strengthening the EU's defense capabilities, as well as support for Ukraine. 905 9 Previously in trend: EU support for Ukraine

"US sanctions are weakening Russia’s economy EU is preparing to extend sanctions against Russia. Decision to be made by March 15, 2025 – media The Council of the European Union plans to extend sanctions against individuals and legal entities involved in undermining the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Ukraine until March 15, 2025. 483 5 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Frozen assets of the Russian Federation EU Council to consider issue of frozen Russian assets on March 12 Tomorrow, March 12, the Council of the European Union plans to consider the issue of Russian assets frozen in connection with Russia's full-scale aggression against Ukraine. 702 7 Previously in trend: Use of frozen assets of Russian Federation

US sanctions are draining Russia’s economy EU envoys fail to agree on extension of individual sanctions against Russia - media On March 10, the ambassadors of the European Union failed to reach a consensus on the extension of individual sanctions against individuals involved in Russia's war against Ukraine. 3 036 12 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Boycott of Russian gas EU will continue to refuse Russian gas, - von der Leyen The EU will continue to implement the plan to abandon Russian gas to achieve energy independence from Russia. 1 403 17 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia refusal from Russian gas

Von der Leyen’s meeting with Trump We will have face-to-face meeting with Trump when time is right - von der Leyen President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will meet with White House President Donald Trump when the time comes. 2 269 23 Previously in trend: Europe and USA

von der Leyen on security guarantees for Ukraine Decision on EU’s role in peace agreement will be found in cooperation with Ukraine, - von der Leyen The decision on security guarantees from the European Union in a future peace agreement for Ukraine will be found in close cooperation with the Ukrainian side. 904 5 Previously in trend: Security guarantees from Europe Defence of Europe by France’s nuclear weapons

Von der Leyen talks about EU-US relations There are differences between EU and US, but we are close allies, - von der Leyen Despite the disagreements between the European Union and the United States, they remain close allies. 1 029 22 Previously in trend: Europe and USA

Donald Trump and Viktor Orban Orbán announces new economic cooperation between Hungary and US: this is good for us, even if there is tariff war Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has announced a new package of economic cooperation between Budapest and Washington. According to him, this will help Hungary compensate for the damage caused by possible US tariffs. 4 062 33 Previously in trend: Trump trade wars economic cooperation between Hungary and the United States

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz EU rearmament slowed by dispute between France and Germany - Financial Times The allocation of 150 billion euros for the EU’s defense industry has become a new flashpoint in a long-standing dispute between France and Germany over Europe’s rearmament program. 80 119 57 Previously in trend: Defense expenditures EU rearmament program

Erdogan: Turkey wants to join in rebuilding Ukraine Erdogan: EU should include Turkey in Ukraine’s recovery programs Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan believes that Turkey should be included in the EU programs for the purchase of defense products and the reconstruction of Ukraine. 2 188 13 Previously in trend: Erdogan on Ukraine’s recovery

Costa calls on EU partners to support Ukraine We have to work to support Ukraine and ensure just and lasting peace – Costa European Council President Antonio Costa called on EU partners to support Ukraine to ensure a just and lasting peace. 334 1 Previously in trend: EU support for Ukraine

Sybiha on the Special European Council Summit Sybiha on Special European Council Summit: We have moved from coordination to concrete actions The European Council summit held in Brussels on March 6 will go down in history books as a turning point for European security architecture. 525 5 Previously in trend: Special summit

Metsola on support for Ukraine Ukraine is fighting for Europe, so Europe will be with Ukraine – Metsola Ukraine is fighting for Europe, and Europe needs to be together with those who are fighting for its security and values. 1 369 6 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine Special summit

Europe is under threat. Von der Leyen’s statement at the EU summit This is pivotal moment for Europe and Ukraine. We are under threat – von der Leyen President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen believes that Europe faces an obvious threat. 4 429 26 Previously in trend: Special summit

EU is against 20 billion euro aid package for Ukraine Largest EU countries opposed allocation of a 20 billion euro aid package to Ukraine - media The largest EU countries do not support the proposal to provide Ukraine with a 20 billion euro aid package. 110 214 120 Previously in trend: Special summit Aid to Ukraine from Europe

Brussels Summit on March 6 EU leaders likely won’t agree on new financial aid to Ukraine at March 6 summit - New York Times As Censor.NET informs, The New York Times writes about this, with reference to an anonymous senior EU diplomat. 3 850 17 Previously in trend: Special summit

EU is preparing for new Ukrainian refugees EU countries are preparing for new massive influx of Ukrainian refugees - Politico The threat of a protracted war and escalation in Ukraine without US military support is forcing politicians in European countries to consider the possibility of a new wave of Ukrainian refugees. 17 444 89 Previously in trend: New refugees in Europe

USA, EU, Ukraine EU diplomat: US did not ask EU to suspend aid to Ukraine as well The United States, after suspending military aid to Ukraine, did not send signals to the European Union asking it to adopt such a policy toward Kyiv. 3 092 31 Previously in trend: Europe and USA Suspension of aid from USA

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy to personally take part in special session of European Council – media On Thursday, March 6, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will personally take part in a special session of the European Council. 1 748 12 Previously in trend: Special summit

Help for Ukraine from Europe No specific aid package for Ukraine to be announced at EU summit – media EU leaders are planning to consider further assistance to Ukraine at an extraordinary summit on March 6, but there is currently no specific decision on a new financial support package. 1 607 17 Previously in trend: Special summit

The EU wants to change the model of financing military aid for Ukraine due to Hungary’s constant vetoes EU leaders to discuss aid to Ukraine and strengthening of European defense on March 6 Tomorrow, March 6, a meeting of the Special European Council will take place in Brussels. Its two main topics are strengthening the defense of Europe and increasing assistance to Ukraine in the new context related to the initiatives of the US administration. 519 6 Previously in trend: Special summit

peacekeepers EU to discuss possibility of deploying troops in Ukraine after war is over - media EU leaders will begin discussing security guarantees for Ukraine, which may include the deployment of European troops on Ukrainian territory after the end of hostilities. 1 052 16 Previously in trend: foreign peacekeepers Special summit settlement of the war in Ukraine

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