Officials in both states cite dry conditions, high winds and drought as key factors making the fires difficult to control.

The upcoming 21st package of EU sanctions will include increased pressure on Russia’s financial system, additional restrictions on energy exports, and new mechanisms to control the supply of dual-use goods.

The first funds from the defense component of the loan to Ukraine, expected by the end of June 2026, will be allocated to the purchase of a batch of Ukrainian-made drones.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda stated that he currently sees no reason to distinguish between Ukraine and Moldova on the path to European Union membership.

In an extremely rare fatal encounter, the 58-year-old was killed as she was walking in a mountainous area, her son told rescuers.

Analysis indicates that parts of the video appear to have been filmed hours after the ships were reportedly seized.

Ukraine is launching a new level of "small" air defense.

The European Union and Ukraine welcomed the approval of a EUR 90 billion loan, while also calling on third countries to help close Ukraine’s remaining financing gaps, as well as the adoption of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude for the progress on the EUR 90 billion EU loan and the new sanctions package against Russia.

After the unblocking of a EUR 90 billion loan to support Ukraine and the approval of the 20th sanctions package against Russia, the next necessary step is opening the first cluster of negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to the EU.