Politics
Kaja Kallas calls on Russia to withdraw its troops from Ukraine
The Estonian Foreign Minister called on Moscow to immediately withdraw its troops from Ukraine, emphasising the need for ‘honest peace talks.’ At the same time, the European Commission is working on a new plan, including sectoral sanctions that will force Russia to pay for its aggression.
JD Vance cautiously optimistic about end to war in Ukraine
US Vice President JD Vance said that although ‘good news’ about a possible end to the war in Ukraine could come in the coming weeks, he sees no signs of a large-scale surge in anti-Semitism in the US.
Britain plans to transfer £8 billion in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine
The United Kingdom is ready to transfer approximately £8 billion in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine — the funds may be used to support defence and reconstruction. This is a potentially crucial step towards strengthening financial assistance to Kyiv.
Merz travels to Brussels for talks with Belgium on a €165 billion loan for Ukraine's recovery
German Economy Minister Friedrich Merz is travelling to Brussels for talks with the Belgian Prime Minister on granting Ukraine a loan for reconstruction and the use of frozen Russian assets.
OSCE calls on Russia to immediately withdraw its troops from Transnistria
OSCE Chair Elina Valtonen called on Moscow to withdraw its troops and weapons from Transnistria without delay, stressing the importance of restoring Moldova's sovereignty and the environmental danger posed by ammunition depots.
Unknown drones flew along the route of Zelensky's plane to Ireland
Four military drones violated the restricted zone over Dublin and approached the plane of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during his visit. The incident is classified as a potential hybrid attack.
King Charles III met with German President Steinmeier to strengthen European security
King Charles III of Great Britain met with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in London to discuss strengthening cooperation between the countries to enhance security and stability in Europe amid Russian aggression.
Britain imposes sanctions on Russian intelligence over Novichok attack ordered by Putin
The United Kingdom has imposed new sanctions on the Russian intelligence service, which was personally authorised by Russian President Vladimir Putin to attack foreign citizens, including in the Skripal case.
Germany calls on the EU to share risks when using frozen Russian assets to benefit Ukraine
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that in order to provide assistance to Ukraine from Russian assets, Europe must agree on a risk-sharing mechanism — in particular, if the Kremlin subsequently initiates legal proceedings against the owners of the assets.
Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia plan to dismantle railway tracks to Russia and Belarus — security considerations
The leaders of the three Baltic states have agreed on a joint decision to dismantle railway tracks leading to Russia and Belarus as a measure to counter hybrid threats and strengthen border protection.
The White House has no clear strategy for ending the war in Ukraine — the US is not ready to end the war on its own
According to information published in Politico, the administration of US President Donald Trump has no unified policy on ending the war with Russia. Even the new attempt at a peace plan has no clear guarantees that the Kremlin will agree to honest negotiations.
Britain calls for pressure on Kremlin: Putin shows no willingness for genuine peace — OSCE statement
At the OSCE ministerial meeting, London stressed that negotiations with Russia are only possible if Ukraine's sovereignty is respected; NATO intelligence currently indicates that Moscow is not interested in an honest peaceful settlement.
