International Relations
The Bundestag has approved military service reform — Germany will strengthen its army to respond to new threats
The German Bundestag has approved military service reform — the new rules are intended to modernise the armed forces recruitment system and enhance Germany's defence capabilities amid the security crisis in Europe.
The US has called on the EU to block the transfer of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine — conflict over financial support intensifies
According to Bloomberg, the US has called on European countries not to transfer funds from seized Russian assets to Ukraine — the decision has caused a new rift among allies over the issue of financing Kyiv.
South Korea launches nuclear submarine programme — threat of a new arms race in Asia
South Korea has announced the creation of nuclear submarines after receiving support from the United States. This decision raises fears of a new wave of naval confrontation in Asia.
Shmyhal and Slovenian Defence Minister discuss new supplies for the Armed Forces of Ukraine — focus on security and support for Kyiv
Ukrainian Defence Minister Denys Shmyhal welcomed his Slovenian counterpart in Kyiv, where Slovenia confirmed its continued military assistance and discussed joint steps to support Ukraine's defence capabilities.
Zelensky Outlines Umerov and Hnatov’s Consultations with the EU and US Following Talks Between Trump’s Envoys and Moscow
Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov will hold consultations in Brussels and later in the United States following a meeting in Moscow between U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner and Russian President Vladimir Putin. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the plans.
End of Energy Dependence: EU Approves Timeline to Phase Out Russian Gas
The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament have agreed on a regulation that will phase out imports of Russian natural gas by 2027 under the REPowerEU program. The measure sets specific ban deadlines for both short-term and long-term contracts.
U.S. Reviewing Possible Peace Terms: Key Dispute Centers on 20% of Donetsk Region Still Held by Ukraine
The United States is working to help bring the war in Ukraine to an end and assist both sides in overcoming their differences, but the decision to halt hostilities must ultimately be made by Kyiv and Moscow. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said this, adding that a peace process is impossible without dialogue with Russia.
A dispute is intensifying within the EU as member states resist Belgium’s demand for an “unlimited cheque” to unlock a loan for Ukraine.
European countries are raising concerns over Belgium’s stance, as Brussels demands extensive financial guarantees before agreeing to unlock a loan for Ukraine based on frozen Russian assets.
Зеленський у Парижі: Україні потрібен надійний мир і швидке завершення війни
Президент Володимир Зеленський заявив, що війна повинна завершитися якомога швидше та за умов надійного миру для України. Про це він сказав після кількагодинної зустрічі з Еммануелем Макроном у Парижі.
Ukraine Could Be Left Outside NATO Under Possible U.S.–Russia Deal
The United States is considering a peace scenario in which Ukraine would not be legally required to abandon its NATO aspirations, but could effectively lose its chance to become a member of the Alliance.
Strengthening Defense: The Netherlands to Allocate €250 Million for U.S. Weapons for Ukraine
The Netherlands has announced the allocation of €250 million to purchase U.S. weapons for Ukraine. The funds will be provided under a NATO initiative aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s defense against Russian airstrikes.
Witkoff Heads to Moscow for Talks with Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, is expected to travel to Moscow on Monday, December 1, where he is likely to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Details of the upcoming visit were reported by American media, citing an official who was on board Air Force One.
