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According to Politico, the European Commission expects to agree on €45 billion in additional funding for Ukraine by the end of 2026. The most likely scenario is a loan guaranteed by the current EU budget; the issue is to be considered at the summit on November 26.
Aziz KarimovThe European Commission has presented a reform of the border agency Frontex: it will be able to support the expulsion of migrants from some non-EU countries to others, take part in deportations from “return hubs” and will receive a rapid-response force. Human rights groups and some MEPs criticised the plan.
Aziz KarimovHungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia are asking to be released from financial guarantees under the EU's new loan to Ukraine, drawing criticism from Germany. Bulgaria has joined them, although it previously took part in the €90 billion loan. The dispute is complicating negotiations on the EU's long-term budget.
Aziz KarimovThe European Court of Auditors has said the EU is unlikely to meet its goal of protecting 30% of marine waters by 2030: less than 1% of marine areas are under strict protection, and designated marine protected areas often fail to restrict destructive activities, including commercial fishing. The European Court of Auditors has said the EU is unlikely to meet its goal of protecting 30% of marine waters by 2030: less than 1% of sea areas are under strict protection, and designated marine protected areas often fail to restrict destructive activities, including commercial fishing.
Otabek YusupovUkraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha ironically commented on reports about Viktor Orban's possible promotion to the post of UN Secretary-General, recalling his practice of blocking decisions in the EU and the coffee episode at the 2023 summit.
Aziz KarimovGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed the victory of the 'Students Win' list in Serbia's parliamentary elections and stated that Berlin will actively support the country's European path. According to preliminary data from the Republican Electoral Commission, the student list received 52.54% against 39.29% for the United Serbia list of former president Aleksandar Vucic, who conceded defeat.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would not introduce free movement with the EU without a public vote, but sources report that no final decision has yet been made. He rules out major changes before the next election and calls for an 'honest conversation' about the future of relations with Brussels.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said in an ITV interview that he would like to see the country return to the EU within his lifetime, but that the decision must be made by British society. He emphasised a pragmatic approach to revising the post-Brexit arrangements and dismissed rumours of an early general election.
Otabek YusupovAustrian Chancellor Christian Stocker said he will not approve the EU's new seven-year multiannual financial framework for 2028–2034 if it exceeds Vienna's 'pain threshold.' He criticized the European Commission's demand for 2,500 additional officials and called on Brussels to cut spending. Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden and Denmark are also opposed to the plan.
Otabek YusupovThe student-led movement won a parliamentary majority, ending Aleksandar Vucic's 12 years in power. EU leaders welcomed the result and pledged support for reforms, but the prospect of reviving Serbia's stalled EU accession process remains uncertain.
Aziz KarimovThe leaders of Canada and the European Union are meeting at a two-day summit in Montreal to deepen their alliance in defense, artificial intelligence, and critical minerals. A possible 'associated member' status in the EU for Canada is being discussed, which Donald Trump has criticized. There are opponents of the rapprochement on both sides.
Aziz KarimovPress secretary of the Russian president Dmitry Peskov said that Russia is interested in supplying gas to any economically profitable markets, commenting on the prospects for exports to Europe. At the same time, the EU is abandoning Russian gas according to an approved schedule: the ban on LNG will come into force on January 1, 2027, and on pipeline gas on September 30, 2027. According to Eurostat, in August 2026 Russia became the third-largest gas supplier to the EU, with purchases reaching €1.26 billion.
Aziz KarimovRussian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov said that Russia is ready to return to discussions on gas supplies to Europe if European countries show interest and exporters have spare fuel volumes. According to him, part of the gas previously supplied to Europe is now being delivered to other buyers. Vladimir Putin previously noted that Russian LNG accounts for about 20% of the European market, while the EU is preparing a ban on LNG imports under long-term contracts from January 1, 2027.
Otabek YusupovKaupo Rosin, director of the Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service, said in an interview with Neue Zürcher Zeitung that Europe should track visits to Russia by influential figures. In his view, Moscow spreads peace narratives and invites Western politicians to conferences. The publication also cites recent statements by Friedrich Merz, Alexander Grushko and Vladimir Putin.
Otabek YusupovA sudden Starlink slowdown in Ukraine, only recently restored, exposed Kyiv's dependence on Elon Musk's network. Musk said that using the service for drone strikes violates the terms of service. Alternatives — Eutelsat/OneWeb, Govsatcom, the future Iris² and Nokia's projects with ICEYE — still lag behind in speed and coverage. The sudden slowdown of Starlink in Ukraine, only recently restored, has exposed Kyiv's dependence on Elon Musk's network. Musk said that using the service for drone strikes violates the terms of service. Alternatives — Eutelsat/OneWeb, Govsatcom, the future Iris² and Nokia's projects with ICEYE — still lag behind in speed and coverage.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he is ready for an 'honest discussion' about restoring freedom of movement with the EU, noting that the nature of migration has changed since Brexit. He ruled out joining the eurozone and Schengen. Opponents criticised the statement, and key decisions are likely to await a general election no earlier than 2029.
Aziz KarimovHungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar took part in a flag-raising ceremony on Kossuth Lajos Square and laid flowers at the grave of Imre Nagy. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa joined the commemorative events. Von der Leyen's visit coincided with negotiations on unfreezing billions of euros in frozen EU funds.
Sevara AzamovaAccording to customs statistics, in 2025 China's exports to the US fell by 19.5% to about 3.01 trillion yuan ($420 billion), while total exports grew by 6.1% to about $3.77 trillion. The growth was driven by shipments to ASEAN (+14%, about $665 billion) and the EU (+9%, about $560 billion). In 2026, growth continued thanks to machinery, electronics, electric vehicles and batteries. According to customs statistics, in 2025 China's exports to the US fell by 19.5% to about 3.01 trillion yuan ($420 billion), while total exports grew by 6.1% to about $3.77 trillion. The growth was driven by shipments to ASEAN (+14%, about $665 billion) and the EU (+9%, about $560 billion). In 2026, growth continued thanks to machinery, electronics, electric vehicles, and batteries.
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