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EU Weighs 5-Step Plan to Bring Ukraine Into the Bloc by 2027

Brussels is considering an unprecedented “reverse enlargement” model that could give Ukraine partial membership before full reforms are completed, looking to lock Kyiv into the EU amid Russia’s war.

By Yuliia Zavadska

Feb. 10, 2026

France

France Prepares to Transfer Mirage 2000 Jets to Ukraine

Kyiv and Paris agreed to expand joint weapons production and accelerate deliveries of air defense systems and missiles.

By Yuliia Zavadska

Feb. 9, 2026

Ukraine

Europe Braces for Week of High-Stakes Diplomacy as Ukraine Seeks More Air Defense

EU leaders will hold a series of top-level meetings this week focused on security, economic resilience and support for Ukraine amid growing doubts about Europe’s reliance on the United States.

By Yuliia Zavadska

Feb. 9, 2026

Ukraine’s Top Lawmaker Faces Backlash Over Draft Bill Allowing Marriage at 14

Ukrainian legislators moved to stop a bill allowing marriage from age 14 after public backlash, with rights groups warning the draft law would counter EU standards.

By Yuliia Zavadska

Feb. 9, 2026

Ukraine

Slovenia Commits €500,000 to Bolster Ukraine’s Energy System

Ljubljana channels new funds into Ukraine’s energy recovery as Russian strikes persist and EU officials urge for faster, coordinated support during the war’s harshest winter.

By Korbinian Leo Kramer

Feb. 7, 2026

Energy

EU Unveils 20th Sanctions Package Against Russia

EU measures target Russia’s energy exports, financial sector and sanctions evasion networks, including its shadow fleet, LNG shipping, and some countries manufacturing high-tech re-export parts.

By Yuliia Zavadska

Feb. 6, 2026

War in Ukraine

EU Council Agrees Legal Framework for €90 Billion Ukraine Support Loan

EU governments have formally approved the plan to provide Ukraine with €90 billion ($106.2 billion) in loans for 2026–27, with final clearance from the European Commission still pending.

By Olena Hrazhdan

Feb. 4, 2026

India

OPINION: Tripolar Tussles

The EU and India finalized the world’s largest trade deal, creating a 2 billion-person free-trade zone as nations hedge against Trump’s tariffs, Russia, and global rivals.

By Diane Francis

Jan. 30, 2026

Featured

Georgians Vote Amid Fears of Voter Fraud by Ruling Pro-Russian Party

‘Russia Started Its Attacks on Ukraine 20 Years Ago,’ Says Former EU Ambassador to Ukraine

Ukraine’s Parliament Supports Draft Law on Lobbying

War in Ukraine

‘No Path From Bucha to Brussels’: EU Weighs Entry Ban on Russian Combatants

Earlier, Tallinn imposed a permanent entry ban on 261 Russian soldiers it says took part in the invasion and now calling for a coordinated approach across the 27‑nation bloc.

By TVP World

Jan. 30, 2026

Ukraine

‘It’s Impossible’: Germany Rejects 2027 EU Entry for Ukraine as Kyiv Pushes Fast-Track Bid

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Ukraine, like all candidates, must meet the EU’s Copenhagen criteria – a process that typically takes years and requires sweeping political, legal, and economic reforms.

By Alisa Orlova

Jan. 29, 2026

NATO

No More ‘Pseudo-Historical Lectures’ – Sybiha Upbeat on Quality of Peace Talks and Even NATO Membership

“The negotiations are complex,” the Foreign Minister said. “However, we can state that there has been a qualitative change in the Russian delegation.”

By John Moretti

Jan. 29, 2026

NATO

Can Europe Defend Itself on Its Own?

Commentators take stock of the security situation on the continent.

By Eurotopics

Jan. 28, 2026

India

EU, India Agree ‘Mother of All’ Trade Deals

The agreement will cut or eliminate tariffs on almost 97 percent of European exports, saving up to 4 billion euros ($4.75 billion) annually in duties, the 27-nation bloc said.

By AFP

Jan. 27, 2026

Ukraine

Zelensky Says EU Accession Planned for 2027

The Ukrainian president said the country’s EU accession is a key component to security guarantees against future Russian invasion and is counting on the bloc’s support.

By Leo Chiu

Jan. 27, 2026

Ukraine

OPINION: From Euromaidan to the EU: Why It Makes Sense

Ukraine’s accession to the European Union would mean stability, security, and long-term benefits for the entire bloc – even if the path toward membership is gradual and challenging.

By Michał Kujawski

Jan. 27, 2026

War in Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Calls for Clear ‘Division of Labor’ with EU as Russia’s War Continues

Mark Rutte said that Europe “cannot keep Ukraine in the fight” without US support.

By Sophie Watson

Jan. 26, 2026

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