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EU ready to 'step up' in Ukraine-Russia talks but ceasefire must come first, summit draft shows

EU leaders are set to discuss the possibility of engaging in direct talks when they meet on 18-19 June. But the latest draft of the summit's conclusions suggests a mandate for a special envoy is still far away.

Euronews

Top EU official tells Western Balkan countries that bloc's enlargement is real

European Council President António Costa says that the European Union summit this week with candidate nations of the Western Balkans will show that the opportunity for enlargement is real

The Independent UK

Newsletter: Keeping the Western Balkans’ EU dreams alive

In today's newsletter: European Council chief António Costa kicks off his Western Balkan tour; French President Emmanuel Macron condemns violence on French streets following Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory.

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EU leaders denounce Russia's 'reckless' escalation after drone hits Romania

Ursula von der Leyen, António Costa and Kaja Kallas have condemened Russia for violating Romania's airspace after a drone hit the city of Galați.

Euronews

EU clinches new trade deal with Mexico to bolster its foothold in Latin America

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa signed an updated trade deal with Mexico on Friday, two decades after the original agreement, as both parties seek to reduce their dependence on the US and China amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Euronews

Newsletter: NATO alliance and Balts hold the defensive line

As NATO foreign ministers meet in Sweden on Thursday to discuss the role of Washington in the military alliance, as well as dwindling ammunition stocks, the Baltics are coming to grips with repeated drone incursions threatening chaos in capitals – and Europe's eastern flank.

Euronews

Pro-Kremlin actors launch large scale disinformation campaign targeting Armenia's elections

For several months, Armenia has been the target of a wide-ranging Russian disinformation campaign ahead of its parliamentary elections in early June. Researchers say the operation is among the most extensive in recent years. The Cube examines how and why false claims have been circulating.

Euronews

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Magyar signals first openness to Ukraine accession talks since Orbán’s departure

Hungary's new government says it is open to engaging with Ukraine on its accession to the EU, according to several sources. Meanwhile, a technical dialogue with Kyiv has been announced on the thorny issue of Hungarian minorities. Brussels looks for a breakthrough.

Euronews

'We need to make up our mind': EU still split over direct talks with Russia

The question of whether the EU should engage directly with Russia to end the war in Ukraine continues to split member states, as some prefer to bide their time and weaken Moscow's hand at the negotiating table.

Euronews

Trump Frozen Out of Yerevan Summit: New Alliance Attended by UK, Canada, European Leaders and Hosted by Armenia

The Yerevan summit in Armenia marked a shift in global alliances, with Canada and European leaders seeking new partnerships amid US policy uncertainties and Trump's absence.

International Business Times UK

Portuguese sets its sights on global power status at the United Nations

The proposal is in the government's plans until 2030. What does it take to make the Portuguese language official at the UN?

Euronews

Armenia hosts a historic European Union summit as the country charts a course away from Russia

Armenia is hosting the first European Union summit in Yerevan

The Independent UK

‘The international order will be rebuilt’: European leaders scramble to shore up security

The European Commission's trade boss Maroš Šefčovič heads to Paris to talk business with a senior White House representative, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa remain in Armenia to deepen relations in the South Caucasus.

Euronews

World leaders arrive in Armenia for eighth EPC summit

World leaders from nearly 50 countries, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, are meeting in Yerevan, Armenia for the 8th European Political Community summit.

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Merz suggests Ukraine’s EU membership may depend on territorial concessions

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday that Ukraine’s proposed timeline for EU membership is unrealistic, as debate over enlargement continues to intensify. “Zelenskyy had the idea of joining the EU on January 1, 2027. That will not work. Even January 1, 2028, is not realistic."

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: as president’s relations with Nato fray, EU leaders explore their options

Brussels officials will draw up a plan on how to use the EU’s little-known mutual assistance pact in the event of a foreign attack

Euronews

EU leaders vow to boost security and economic ties with Middle East to minimise effect of Iran war

Leaders from Lebanon, Egypt, Syria and Jordan as well as the secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, were in Nicosia to meet their European Union counterparts on the sidelines of an EU summit.

Euronews

Ukraine needs full not symbolic membership in the EU, Zelenskyy says

With a €90 billion loan for Kyiv unlocked and a new package of sanctions against Russia going ahead, attention is turning to Hungary’s long-standing veto on Ukraine’s EU accession.

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Gulf chief calls for 'upgrade' in diplomatic relation with the EU in aftermath of Iran war

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council calls to upgrade partnership with Gulf and the European Union in aftermath of Iran war in Euronews interview.

Euronews

Europe's responsibility in the world (dis)order

The EU must be able to act. The principle of unanimity in foreign and security policy is an obstacle to this. A "European Security Council" could change this, say Hans-Gert Pöttering, former President of the European Parliament, and Klaus Welle, Martens Centre for European Studies.

Euronews

Don't commit war crimes in Iran, EU urges Trump as deadline looms

Donald Trump's threat to strike Iran's bridges and power plants has raised the prospect of war crimes. The EU insists all sides should respect international law and exercise "maximum restraint".

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Compares Rescued Airman to Jesus Christ Rising From the Dead in Controversial Easter Briefing

Pete Hegseth's Easter remarks comparing a rescued airman to Jesus sparked debates on Christian nationalism in the military. Also, explore reactions to Trump's threats against Iran's infrastructure.

Euronews

Hungarian minister 'Russia leaks' highlight EU weaknesses as information is weaponised

Alleged leaks to Russia highlight the EU's weak points as information gets increasingly weaponised. Without clear protocols in place, diplomats see mix of legal, smaller coalitions and closer formats as ways to counter risks.

Euronews

European Council 'should consider meeting without Hungary on sensitive matters,' Barroso says

Former Commission President says "nothing prevents" EU member states from meeting without Hungary to discuss sensitive matters once trust is breached. Barroso argues political action is just as effective as legal tools if the 26 send a "message that they are sovereign too."

Euronews

Newsletter: Cut Hungary from EU talks unless it explains allegations of leaks to Russia - Barroso

Also in this neswsletter: The embattled EU-US trade deal is expected to clear the final hurdle in a vote in the European Parliament's plenary.

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