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EU foreign ministers have decided to impose additional sanctions on Russian individuals and organizations for their support of the aggression against Ukraine, while work continues on a broader 21st package.
The EU has fined Temu €200 million for allowing the sale of illegal and unsafe products on its platform. Meanwhile, the EU is also discussing its strategic interests for potential talks with Russia regarding Ukraine and facing regional revolts over the use of cohesion funds to combat high energy costs.
EU foreign ministers convened for an informal meeting in Limassol, Cyprus, to discuss pressing issues including the war in Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and the potential appointment of a special envoy for talks with Russia. While some speculate about candidates like Alexander Stubb, officials emphasize that it is not yet time for such discussions.
EU foreign ministers are set to discuss their strategy towards Moscow, a difficult question, with Kyiv urging them to engage in negotiations. The meeting will address Europe's approach to Russia in the current geopolitical climate.
Ukraine plans to initiate sanctions at an EU foreign ministers' meeting against networks involved in recruiting African citizens into the Russian Armed Forces.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis informed EU foreign ministers about a marine drone found in Lefkada, with his counterparts expressing concern, interest, and support.
Tensions between the US and Iran escalated in the Strait of Hormuz following reports of an attack on Iranian tankers, with Iran's president speaking out against exploitation. Iranian authorities later announced that the clashes in the strategic waterway had concluded.
EU foreign ministers are meeting to discuss critical issues including the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as relations with Russia. Separately, the EU is implementing new regulations for mobile phone batteries and issuing warnings to six member states.
EU Foreign Ministers are set to discuss potential sanctions against Israel next Monday in Luxembourg, including the possible suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.
Twenty Thai sailors have returned home after their cargo ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving three crew members missing on the damaged vessel.
Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos will tell EU counterparts on Monday that the European Union must play a role and stay present in the Gulf, after holding talks in Abu Dhabi amid continuing Iranian attacks in the region. EU foreign ministers are due to discuss the Middle East, Russia’s war against Ukraine and EU relations […]
Without references to the US-Israel, after the informal council of EU foreign ministers, the High Representative described Iran's attacks as unforgivable.
The assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israeli strike has plunged the Islamic Republic into one of the most consequential political transitions since the 1979 revolution, triggering a swift constitutional process to select a new leader while the country grapples with regional escalation and internal uncertainty. Khamenei, who dominated Iran’s political and religious landscape for nearly three decades, was assassinated early Saturday whe...
Following the outbreak of hostilities between Israel, the United States, and Iran, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys will discuss the situation in the Middle East with other EU foreign ministers on Sunday.
EU foreign ministers failed to reach an agreement on the 20th sanctions package against Russia during a recent meeting of the Council of the European Union.
EU foreign ministers have reacted strongly to Hungary's decision to block a loan for Ukraine, with some accusing Hungary of betraying its fight for freedom and serving Russia's interests.
EU foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels to discuss a loan for Kyiv and 20th package of sanctions against Russia.
The European Union is set to officially begin accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday, following unanimous approval from all 27 member states. This marks a significant step forward in both countries' bids to join the bloc.
EU foreign ministers debated Europe's potential role in future peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, with the bloc declaring it would not act as a 'neutral mediator' amid stalled US-led peace efforts.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that the dynamics of the war are shifting and Ukraine's asymmetric strategy is yielding results, during an informal meeting of EU foreign ministers in Cyprus.
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Ukrainian counterpart exchanged views on the ongoing war and bilateral ties in Cyprus, where Jaishankar is attending the Gymnich Forum, an informal meeting of EU foreign ministers.
EU Foreign Ministers politically supported deeper cooperation with Western Balkan countries on external security and defense issues, urging them to harmonize with shared European values.
EU foreign ministers are convening today in Brussels for a meeting.
European Union foreign ministers have rejected a proposal to suspend the bloc's association agreement with Israel, with Germany and Italy notably blocking the bid. This decision highlights internal divisions within the EU regarding its relationship with Israel.
International diplomatic efforts are underway to address the Middle East crisis, with EU foreign ministers convening to discuss the issue alongside Ukraine, and Russian and Iranian foreign ministers holding a phone discussion on the same topic.
The EU has expressed deep concern over allegations that Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó leaked sensitive information to Russia, prompting the EU Commission to demand explanations and Hungary's opposition to call for an investigation, with Szijjártó now confirming he contacts Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov and allegedly sought support for a Slovak politician in 2020, while other EU foreign ministers express serious concerns.
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kalas stated today that the EU is considering actions, including military forces, to open the Strait of Hormuz for international traffic. The war in Iran remains a key topic at the EU foreign ministers' meeting, as the bloc explores options to address the crisis.
EU foreign ministers plan to meet in Bucha on the fourth anniversary of the city's liberation from Russian forces.
The European Union on Sunday called for "maximum restraint" and full respect for international law in the conflict in Iran and the Middle East, following an extraordinary meeting of…
Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis will participate in an emergency meeting of EU Foreign Ministers today, Sunday, March 1, at 6 p.m., according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski stated that Ukraine is not ready for EU membership, following a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels.
EU foreign ministers failed to reach an agreement on the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, with Hungary and Slovakia blocking the measures, which was described as a failure by the EU's foreign policy chief.
EU foreign ministers have strongly criticized the Orbán government's explanation for its latest veto regarding the Russian-bombed Friendship oil pipeline, with some demanding a review of EU decision-making processes.
EU foreign ministers are scheduled to meet in Brussels with the director of the Peace Committee, a body formed by Donald Trump to address security and reconstruction efforts in the Gaza Strip.
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas stated that Russian troops must withdraw from Moldova and Georgia, a declaration made ahead of an informal meeting of EU foreign ministers regarding future negotiations with Russia on the war.
EU foreign ministers are reportedly divided on whether to engage in negotiations with Russia, following new signals from the Kremlin indicating a willingness to negotiate with the EU while simultaneously pressuring Baltic states. This shift in Russia's stance has created a dilemma for European diplomacy.
EU foreign ministers are set to discuss potential approaches to talks with Russia regarding the Ukraine conflict, while Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accused the EU of posturing and encouraging Kyiv to continue the conflict.
EU foreign ministers are convening in Cyprus for informal discussions on pressing global issues, with foreign ministers from Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, and India also invited to the talks in Limassol.
EU foreign ministers convened in Brussels for a meeting with Western Balkan representatives, where they expressed support for the region's progress towards European integration. The discussions covered various aspects of the Western Balkans' path to joining the EU.
EU foreign ministers met with their Western Balkan counterparts in Brussels to discuss regional issues, with a particular focus on the ongoing dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia. The meeting was part of a broader EU Foreign Affairs Council session attended by various European diplomats.
Indications suggest that EU foreign ministers are set to approve a €90 billion loan for Ukraine and the 20th sanctions package. The meeting in Luxembourg proceeded without Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybigha is expected to participate in a meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council to discuss prospects for unblocking a €90 billion loan designated for Ukraine for the years 2026-2027.
EU foreign ministers, including Kaja Kallas, have decided against expanding the EU's maritime security mission, Aspides, to the Strait of Hormuz, reaffirming their position during a meeting in Brussels.
Foreign ministers from European Union member states are holding a meeting in Brussels to discuss various international and regional issues.
Foreign ministers from 27 European Union countries will meet in Bucha, a suburb of Kyiv, on March 31st to commemorate the fourth anniversary of the massacre, EU officials announced on Friday.
EU foreign ministers discussed the escalating situation in the Middle East at an extraordinary meeting. – Even if the supreme leader of a dangerous and repressive regime has been killed, the regime has not…
An emergency meeting of EU Foreign Ministers, including Greece's G. Gerapetritis, is scheduled to address the escalating situation in the Middle East. Separately, Greece's Ministry of National Defense also held an emergency meeting on the regional developments.
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas commented on the lack of consensus among EU foreign ministers regarding the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, calling it a 'step backward' ahead of the fourth anniversary of the aggression.
Hungary's latest veto of EU sanctions against Russia has sparked outrage among EU foreign ministers and reignited discussions about potential legal retaliatory measures against Budapest, which the Hungarian foreign minister dismissed as 'Brussels pre-election rhetoric'.
EU Foreign Ministers to debate 20th Russia sanctions package, no breakthrough expected AzerNews
EU foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels to discuss potential new sanctions against Russia, though Estonia's Kaja Kallas does not expect immediate progress.