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Ukraine has taken another step toward joining the European Union after member states approved the opening of a new phase of negotiations covering security, defense and foreign policy. The decision marks the second major area of discussion in the complex accession process, as Kyiv continues its efforts......
A growing institutional dispute between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas has moved into the public spotlight, reflecting broader divisions over the direction of the European Union's foreign policy. The disagreement centers......
German software giant SAP has avoided a possible European Union antitrust fine after agreeing to changes designed to make it easier for customers to switch service providers or terminate contracts, EU competition regulators announced on Thursday. The European Commission said SAP’s commitments......
China and the European Union have agreed to strengthen their economic dialogue by holding regular ministerial-level meetings under their newly established trade and investment consultation mechanism, with the second session scheduled for this autumn. The announcement signals continued efforts by both......
The European Commission has estimated that Montenegro’s potential accession to the European Union would cost approximately €3.2 billion ($3.65 billion) for the bloc, according to a statement released on Tuesday in Brussels. Despite the headline figure, the Commission emphasized that the financial......
The European Union does not need to establish a unified military force because the armed forces of its member states already form part of NATO's collective defense system, according to Kaja Kallas, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. Speaking in a recent interview,......
The European Union has significantly increased its financial commitment to Ukraine, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announcing that a total of €200 billion has already been allocated in combined military and economic assistance, alongside plans for an additional €90......
European governments have significantly increased defense budgets in recent years, aiming to strengthen military capabilities and improve readiness in response to evolving security concerns. However, despite growing financial commitments, concerns are emerging about the pace and effectiveness of Europe’s......
The European Parliament is set to vote this Tuesday on the trade agreement reached in 2025 between the European Union and the United States, a crucial step for the future of transatlantic economic relations. Negotiated amid significant trade tensions, the agreement provides for the elimination of most......
The European Union's enlargement process is making significant progress with the official resumption of membership negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova. After several months of political uncertainty, the twenty-seven member states have reached a consensus allowing for a new phase of discussions with......
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has stated that Russia’s recent large-scale strikes on Ukraine, including the reported use of the Oreshnik ballistic missile, represent a deliberate strategy of intimidation rather than a military necessity. Speaking after renewed attacks on Ukrainian......
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that ongoing geopolitical developments are reinforcing the strategic importance of stronger ties between Türkiye and the European Union. Speaking during a meeting with Queen Mathilde in Istanbul, Erdoğan emphasized......
The European Union has reminded airlines that adding a fuel surcharge after a ticket has already been purchased is not allowed under EU rules, even amid rising jet fuel prices linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to the European Commission, any attempt by airlines to modify......
