Almost 500 billion euros needed for reconstruction of Ukraine, new report finds
Since 24 February 2022, Russia has been waging a war against Ukraine. The invasion has cost countless lives. The economic damage is also enormous.
EU leadership to travel to Kiev for anniversary of Russian invasion
On the third anniversary of Russia’s attack on Ukraine the EU is once again demonstrating its support for the embattled country. By travelling to Ukraine the EU leaders are also sending a signal to Washington.
Europe divided over peacekeepers as US moves ahead on Ukraine talks
An emergency summit of European leaders in Paris on Monday failed to produce a unified response to US-led negotiations on Ukraine, with leaders split over deploying peacekeeping troops. The exclusion of several European leaders from the meeting further underscored divisions, raising concerns about Europe’s role in shaping its own security.
Blindspots, raw materials, aid visibility: Kallas on development work and the EU’s presence in Africa
In an interview with the European Newsroom (enr), EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas talked about a recent flashpoint in Africa – and if and how the EU needs to adapt its development work policies after President Trump slashed US aid programmes.
Kallas: Serbian citizens “have the right to peacefully protest”
Serbian citizens have the right to peacefully protest, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told the European Newsroom (enr) in an interview on Wednesday. She also underscored the need for Serbia and Kosovo to normalise relations, warning that EU accession cannot move forward without progress in their dialogue.