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War in Ukraine
Pentagon confirms Russian redeployments, announces next Ramstein meeting; Hungary snubs EU on Russian visa issue; HAMMER bomb hits Kursk target; Moscow summons US diplomat amid mercenary charges.
Aug. 21
Ukraine
Since the Kremlin launched its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, EU countries have paid €200 billion for Russian fossil fuels, mostly oil and gas, according to an analysis by think-tank CREA.
Aug. 15
War in Ukraine
As AFU gains in Kursk, Russia deploys troops from Kaliningrad; EU sends €4.2B more in non-lethal aid; Decorated Ukrainian pilot KIA; US State Dept. official in Kyiv discusses possible F-16 expansion.
Aug. 14
Hungary
70 European MEPs have signed a letter demanding the action after Budapest’s decision to ease visa requirements for Russian and Belarusian citizens.
Aug. 5
Ukraine
Jose Manuel Pinto Teixeira served as EU Ambassador to Ukraine in Kyiv from 2008 to 2012. Kyiv Post interviewed the Portuguese diplomat about those crucial years and how they foreshadowed the war.
Aug. 3
Ukraine
The EU Commission Vice President said analysis shows sanctions Kyiv imposed on Lukoil don’t affect transit operations carried out by traders via the Druzhba pipeline – if Lukoil isn’t the owner.
Aug. 2
Russia
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban signed a decree earlier this month extending Hungary's fast-track visa scheme to eight countries, including Russia and Belarus.
Aug. 2
NATO
The law, modelled on Russian legislation that stifles dissent, has triggered weeks of daily protests in Tbilisi and condemnation from Georgia's Western partners.
Aug. 1
War in Ukraine
Europe alarmed over Hungary’s fast-tracking of visa-seekers from Russia, Belarus; Russians tremble as Kyiv’s attacks increasingly target their towns; Fourth Finn volunteer killed in action in Ukraine.
Jul. 31
Europe
He said that in contrast to the “weakness” of the West, Russia’s position in world affairs was rational and predictable
Jul. 28
War in Ukraine
While Europe was actively preparing to counter Russian disinformation during the EU elections in June, Russia used this time to sow more doubt and distrust of European countries among Ukrainians.
Jul. 27
Hungary
Budapest did not publicly announce the loan but confirmed it upon media inquiries. The loan, the largest among its debts, is subject to be repaid fully within three years.
Jul. 26
War in Ukraine
Brussels said 90 percent of the money would go to a central fund used to pay for arms for Ukraine, known as the European Peace Facility.
Jul. 26
War in Ukraine
Kyiv can expect $50B funded by EU-frozen Russian assets by October; Sports minister says Olympics shows “Ukraine exists” and can win the war; Over a dozen Leopard tanks going to Ukraine this summer.
Jul. 26
War in Ukraine
G7 and EU leaders agreed in June to use interest from frozen Russian assets to support a $50 billion loan for Ukraine to defend against Moscow's invasion.
Jul. 25
Polish FM Radoslaw Sikorski said that major EU countries are ready to provide defence and financial aid to Ukraine if the United States reduces support.
Nov. 19