Jorge Liboreiro
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Merz suggests Ukraine’s EU bid 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."
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EU leaders meet in Cyprus to talk Ukraine, Hormuz and mutual defence
One of the key issues at the summit will be Article 42.7 of the EU treaties, which provides mutual assistance in case of an armed attack. Member states want to develop a playbook to know how the article works in practice.
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EU agrees fresh sanctions on Russia but leaves maritime ban on hold
Due to Greece and Malta's concerns, the full ban on maritime services will be left on hold pending an agreement at the G7 level. The US, however, is going in the opposite direction by providing sanctions relief to Russia.
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Magyar calls on Orbán to lift veto on Ukraine loan before his exit
If oil flows resume through the Druzhba pipeline, then Viktor Orbán should lift his "technical veto" on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, Péter Magyar said. Brussels is already laying the groundwork to make the first payment.
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