Politics
Finland has seized Russian assets worth almost €4 million
Finland’s National Bureau of Investigation has confiscated €3.7 million from the Russian state this year. The seizures are linked to Russia’s military actions in Ukraine, following a claim brought by the Ukrainian company Naftogaz and its subsidiaries.
The EU is preparing new sanctions against Lukoil, Rosneft and Russia’s shadow fleet
The European Union plans to adopt its 21st package of sanctions against Russia by the end of next week. The new restrictions are set to target Russian oil revenues, the banking sector and the shadow fleet.
The diplomat explained why the Trump administration had made a sharp U-turn in its rhetoric regarding Ukraine
Washington’s rhetoric on Ukraine is gradually shifting. Following several months of mixed signals from Donald Trump’s administration, the US has begun to speak not only of support for Kyiv, but also of the prospects for a long-term partnership in the defence sector.
The US is discussing the expansion of its nuclear forces in European countries
The United States is holding consultations on a possible expansion of its nuclear forces’ presence in NATO countries in Europe. The initiative is intended to reassure allies that US security guarantees remain in place, despite the reduction of certain military resources on the continent.
Kyiv is establishing a backup heating and power supply system
Kyiv is establishing a backup system for heat and power supply, but this requires significant resources and financial support from the state.
Orest Mandziy on customs reform: It must be an evolutionary overhaul of the system
The new head of the State Customs Service, Orest Mandziy, believes that personnel policy should be implemented in a measured manner to avoid causing upheaval. Specialists with experience in law enforcement and anti-corruption will be gradually integrated into the State Customs Service.
The Council of the EU has agreed on new rules for the deportation of irregular migrants, including the establishment of ‘hubs’ in third countries
The Council of the European Union has reached a provisional agreement on the introduction of new rules designed to facilitate the swifter return of a greater number of irregular migrants in European countries.
A second front or a stalemate: Gallyamov on Putin’s possible choice
Political analyst Abbas Gallyamov believes that Vladimir Putin finds himself in a difficult strategic situation, where possible outcomes could range from an end to the war to a further escalation.
The EU has stated that Russia has attempted to influence the parliamentary elections in Armenia
Brussels has stated that Russia is attempting to exert economic and informational pressure on Armenia in the run-up to the parliamentary elections. The European Union has pledged its continued support for the country’s democratic stability.
Trump lashed out at Netanyahu over the escalating situation in Lebanon
During a telephone conversation, US President Donald Trump sharply criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s actions in light of the escalation of hostilities in Lebanon. According to sources, the conversation took place against a backdrop of Washington’s concerns that negotiations with Iran might break down.
Tsyhotsky returned his Order of Zelenskyy following the UPA scandal
Bartosz Cichocki, the former Polish ambassador to Ukraine, has returned the Ukrainian Order of Merit, which he received from Volodymyr Zelenskyy in 2022.
The mobilisation crisis is mounting for Putin; Russia is seeking new solutions – GUR
Russia is facing increasing difficulties in recruiting personnel for the war against Ukraine. The current recruitment rate only partially offsets the losses suffered by the occupying army on the battlefield.
