The biggest pain points for EU leaders at critical Ukraine summit – POLITICO
“I proposed two different options for this upcoming European Council, one based on assets and one based on…
Varun Chandra out of the running to be next UK envoy to the US – POLITICO
A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office official familiar with the final shortlist process, and granted anonymity to speak freely, described…
Legal opinions contradict Belgium’s claims over Russian assets – POLITICO
But according to two legal opinions — one prepared by law firm Covington & Burling, another by a…
Far-right leader Bardella renews push against French troops in Ukraine – POLITICO
STRASBOURG — Jordan Bardella said his National Rally party remains against deploying French troops to Ukraine, underscoring the…
Kremlin Says Ukraine’s Christmas Ceasefire Hinges on Peace Deal
The Kremlin said on Tuesday that a Christmas ceasefire proposed by Ukraine would only be possible if it…
Zelenskyy and Trump hail peace talks progress as US offers security guarantees – POLITICO
Article 5 is the cornerstone of the alliance’s collective defense: It states that an attack on one member…
Friedrich Merz puts Germany in an unfamiliar position: Out front – POLITICO
Ahead of a key meeting of European leaders on Thursday, Merz is depicting the looming decision on whether…
Using Russian assets to fund Ukraine looks ‘increasingly difficult,’ says EU top diplomat – POLITICO
“This [reparations loan] is what we’re working on. We are not there yet and it is increasingly difficult,…
EU starts crucial week with Zelenskyy talks and bid to save €210B loan – POLITICO
“We are Russia’s next target, and we are already in harm’s way,” Rutte said last week. “Russia has brought war…
Zelenskyy reportedly says Kyiv willing to drop NATO membership demand – POLITICO
Ukraine is willing to drop demands for NATO accession should the U.S. and Europe offer sufficient security guarantees…