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Poland’s EU presidency to prioritize security, says presidential hopeful Trzaskowski

The presidential candidate of Poland’s main ruling party has said that, with Poland taking over the helm of the EU Council, the EU will place greater priority on security, adding that Warsaw itself should allocate 5% of its GDP to defense starting next year.

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New EU Council chief announces €4.2 billion budget aid to Ukraine

The new European Council president has announced that the EU will allocate €4.2 billion in budget aid to Ukraine by the end of this year, through using Russian assets.

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EU increases import duties on Russian and Belarusian grain

The European Union has decided to impose higher import duties on grains, oilseeds, and derivative products from Russia and Belarus.

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen (L) and the President of the European Council Charles Michel (R). Photo:

EU Council meeting confirms Europe’s staunch support for Ukraine

The European Council meeting in Brussels concluded on Friday with leaders acknowledging the need to increase weapon deliveries to Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron is talking with the German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, the Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, the Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. Photo:

EU Summit 2024: Rallying for Ukraine and strengthening Europe’s defense

Amid escalating global tensions and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, European leaders gathered in Brussels for the European Council meeting, have rallied to reinforce the continent’s defense capabilities and support mechanisms as well as expand the list of countries included in accession negotiations.