# European Union
The European Parliament has called for Russia to be held more accountable for the war against Ukraine
The European Parliament has adopted a resolution condemning Russia’s attacks on the civilian population of Ukraine and calling for stronger mechanisms to ensure accountability.
Trump has allowed for a reduction in US troops in Germany amid tensions with NATO allies
US President Donald Trump has stated that Washington is considering reducing the number of American troops in Germany. This announcement comes against a backdrop of public disagreements with European allies.
European countries have allocated over €10 billion to tackle the 2026 energy crisis
European governments have allocated nearly €10.46 billion to mitigate the impact of the energy crisis following the escalation of tensions in the Middle East. A significant portion of the funds is earmarked for general measures without a specific purpose.
Ukraine is set to receive €6 billion from the EU for drones in the second quarter of 2026
The European Union will provide Ukraine with the first tranche of defence funding under the €90 billion loan programme as early as the second quarter of 2026. The funds will be used to purchase Ukrainian drones.
The EU is considering sanctions against Israel
The European Union is considering imposing sanctions on Israeli individuals and entities that are helping Russia to circumvent sanctions.
Global military spending is rising sharply thanks to Europe, but is falling in the US
Global military spending rose by 2.9% in 2025 to reach a record $2.89 trillion, despite a significant reduction in US spending.
New sanctions against Russia and record-breaking aid for Ukraine
On the eve of the summit in Cyprus, the European Union officially approved a major aid package for Ukraine and imposed further sanctions on Russia’s energy sector. The key measures included a €90 billion loan and a ban on imports of Russian gas condensate
The EU is ready to begin accession talks with Ukraine
European Union leaders have stated their readiness to move on to the next stage of negotiations on Ukraine’s membership. However, no specific date for accession has been mentioned.
“I consider this to be illegal and politically motivated,” said Rostislav Shurma, commenting on the decision to arrest him
Rostislav Shurma, a former deputy head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, has responded to the decision to place him on the wanted list. According to the former official, the decision is politically motivated and was taken in breach of legal procedure.
Voice of Resistance: The role of Ukrainian art was discussed in Paris
A panel discussion on the transformation of Ukrainian culture in the context of the war took place at the prestigious Sciences Po Paris. The event was organised by the UArt community
Elections in Bulgaria: will Radev break the cycle of political crisis?
Today, 19 April, Bulgaria is holding its eighth parliamentary election in the last five years. All eyes are on former President Rumen Radev, whose new coalition, ‘Progressive Bulgaria’, is leading in the polls
War in the Middle East: Germany braces for potential waves of migration
The current hostilities involving the US, Israel and Iran have not yet led to a mass influx of refugees into European Union countries. However, the German authorities are already drawing up contingency plans in case migration pressure increases
