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EU Plans New Sanctions as Putin’s Skips Ukraine Talks

EUROPEAN Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Friday announced new plans for additional sanctions on Moscow after Russian President Vladimir Putin failed to travel to Turkey to negotiate with Ukraine. “We’re working on a new package of sanctions,” von der Leyen said, arriving at a meeting of European leaders …

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EU Chief Lands in India For key Continental Discussions

Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, arrived in New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day visit, accompanied by the European Union College of Commissioners. This visit marks a significant milestone in the India-EU partnership, as it is the first time the entire College of Commissioners has …

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Ukraine Signs 28 Security Agreements With Partners – Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday said that Ukraine has signed 28 security agreements with its partners, according to the presidential press service. Speaking at an event attended by a number of foreign leaders in Kiev, Zelensky suggested that the agreements could serve as the foundations for security guarantees in …

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EU Leaders Show Support For Ukraine On War Anniversary

EUROPEAN Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel, not António Costa, arrived in Kiev to demonstrate support for Ukraine on the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion. Upon her arrival, von der Leyen emphasised Ukraine’s connection to Europe, stating, “Ukraine is Europe… In this fight for …

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EU Earmarks €18bn Financial Assistance For Ukraine In 2023

EU President Ursula von der Leyen (CEPS) The European Union (EU) has budgeted €18 billion as financial assistance for war-torn Ukraine throughout 2023 to cater for the basic economic needs. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made the announcement at the EU leaders’ summit in Brussels, Belgium on Friday. …

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