Politics
Ukraine is getting used to life without Yermak: political processes continue, systemic changes still ahead
After the resignation of a key influential player, no disaster has occurred. The government is functioning, parliament is passing decisions, but the search for a new model of governance continues.
Farmers' protests in Greece reach Crete airport: air traffic disrupted
Farmers in Crete attempted to block the international airport due to delays in subsidy payments. The government promises money by the end of the year, but warns that “blind protests” could backfire on the farmers themselves.
Zelensky concluded negotiations in London and departed for Brussels
Following his meeting with Starmer, the President of Ukraine continues his European tour: on the agenda are talks with NATO and EU leaders.
The EU allocates €300 million to support Ukraine's defense industry under a new program
The first-ever European Defense Industrial Plan (EDIP) provides significant assistance for the modernization of Ukraine's defense industry and the integration of Ukrainian manufacturers into European defense supply chains.
Macron and Merz left Downing Street after meeting with Zelensky
The leaders of France and Germany held joint talks in London, after which they returned to domestic affairs. Zelensky continues negotiations with Starmer.
“Putin has enough money for war for a maximum of 18 months”: expert names conditions that could break the Kremlin
Russia can wage war for another year and a half, but only if sanctions are not tightened. Analysts warn that the West needs to take much tougher action to stop Moscow.
Moldova blocked $107 million in cryptocurrencies intended for pro-Russian forces
The Moldovan authorities have intercepted a huge amount of crypto assets that were planned to be spent on supporting pro-Russian parties and influence networks — this has become another cause for concern about hybrid threats from the Kremlin.
Zelensky arrives in Britain, met by Zaluzhny — meeting with Macron and Merz to begin in London
Президент Володимир Зеленський прилетів до Великої Британії. У аеропорту його зустрів Валерій Залужний. До Лондона також прибули Еммануель Макрон і Фрідріх Мерц для переговорів у форматі Е3+Україна.
The government launches an accelerated employee reservation system for defense enterprises
The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced a 45-day employee reservation mechanism for defense industry enterprises and abolished the 72-hour verification period. The decision is intended to speed up production and stabilize the industry.
The EU may grant Ukraine a “reparations loan” of up to €210 billion
According to the plan, the European Commission wants to allocate up to €210 billion to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets. Most of the funds are held by Euroclear (Belgium). Germany may take on up to €52 billion.
The Netherlands will send an additional €700 million in aid to Ukraine in 2026
The Dutch government has officially allocated an additional €700 million to Ukraine from unused defense and foreign affairs budgets — the funds will go toward military support and strengthening defense.
US Congress approves defense budget — Ukraine may receive further support
The US House of Representatives has passed a national defense bill that provides support for Ukraine. The decision is an important signal for Kyiv during the ongoing war.
