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Brussels – European Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius has called for deeper integration between the EU and Ukrainian defence sectors amid growing threats from Russia. Speaking at a defence industry forum in Brussels, Kubilius underscored that “Ukraine is enduring severe aggression” from Russia and warned that “we are also experiencing hybrid attacks, which may precede military…

Kaja Kallas, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, announced that during a recent meeting in Lviv, Ukraine and its European allies agreed to create a special tribunal aimed at prosecuting war crimes committed by Russia in Ukraine. Additionally, a funding allocation of 1 billion euros for Ukraine’s defense sector was approved.

Sky News’ Sam Coates and POLITICO’s Anne McElvoy look ahead to a pivotal day in UK politics. Today marks a significant moment as Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is set to unveil his major overhaul of the UK’s migration policy. Sam and Anne explore the implications, particularly the emphasis on reducing the number of low-skilled…

Geneva (Eurotoday) – Senior officials from the United States and China met once again on Sunday in Geneva to continue a weekend of high-stakes discussions aimed at de-escalating the ongoing trade war that has rattled the global economy, according to Reuters. The long-running trade conflict, compounded by former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to implement…

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated at a Brussels conference that EU law permits the implementation of border controls, and Germany is exercising this right. He emphasized that Germany does not wish to leave the security of the EU’s external borders solely to the countries that share these borders. “I strongly support the European single market…

A single exit poll released by the Kosovo-based broadcaster Klan Kosova and the English-language outlet Albanian Post—both known for leanings favorable to the government—has projected a clear victory for Prime Minister Edi Rama’s Socialist Party, capturing 51 percent of the vote. The Democratic Party, led by Sali Berisha, trails behind with just 38 percent. Despite…

Tiranë (Eurotoday) – On Sunday, Albanians will head to the polls in a high-stakes election that could grant Prime Minister Edi Rama a historic fourth term or shift momentum to his long-standing political opponent, in what is seen as a decisive moment for Albania’s ambitions to join the European Union. Will Edi Rama secure a…

European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen has announced plans to advance the integration of member states’ capital markets before the summer. This initiative to unify financial services markets is a key objective of Poland’s presidency in the EU Council and aims to release additional funding for defense purposes. “It is essential to establish a…

Mother’s Day is widely celebrated on the second Sunday of May across the globe. Nations like the US, Canada, Australia, India, and many European countries mark the day with heartfelt gestures—flowers, cards, breakfast in bed, and warm expressions of appreciation for mothers. However, in northern Belgium, particularly in the city and province of Antwerp, a…

In early 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, sparking a war that has resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands. During Donald Trump’s presidency, the United States — traditionally a strong financial and military backer of Ukraine — shifted its posture, growing closer to Russia and distancing itself from Kyiv. Following a…