The Commission officially announced the results of the selection to support the MSCA4Ukraine programme for researchers from Ukraine. 13 PhD students and 111 postdoctoral researchers from Ukraine will be able to continue their activities in EU member states and associated countries in the Horizon Europe programme. The selected researchers will be hosted by academic and […]
European Commission proposes to renew trade benefits for Ukraine for a year
The Commission has proposed to renew the suspension of import duties, quotas and trade defence measures on Ukrainian exports to the European Union – known as the Autonomous Trade Measures (ATMs) – for another year. This is a continuation of the EU’s unwavering support for Ukraine’s economy and helps alleviate the difficult situation faced by […]
12 Myths about Russia’s war in Ukraine Exposed
A year ago Russia launched an unprovoked war of aggression against its peaceful neighbour Ukraine, showing the world the true face of the Kremlin’s imperial ambitions. Today, Ukraine is still fighting, still resilient, and still determined to prevail over Russian aggression. Russia prepared for its war against Ukraine by spreading myths about the country. Well […]
President Charles Michel in Kyiv to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
President Michel is visiting Kyiv, Ukraine to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and members of the Ukrainian Parliament to discuss EU-Ukraine cooperation in the context of Russia’s war of aggression launched in February last year. Since the outbreak of Russia’s war on Ukraine, the EU has been firmly supporting Ukraine by providing […]
10 milestones of 2022 in the European Union
2022 was a difficult year, marked by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the energy crisis. But there were also achievements at the European level that set the course for a 2023 that promises further progress along the history of the European Union. 1. Common Charger How many chargers do you have in your drawers? […]
EU and NATO sign a new joint declaration on cooperation
This third declaration, which was signed on 10 January, sets out a shared vision of how the EU and NATO will act together against common security threats while expanding and further developing their cooperation. The EU and NATO stand united in condemning Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine: ‘We fully support Ukraine’s inherent right to self-defence […]
G7 Leaders’ Statement
We, the Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7), met on 12 December, to reflect on progress of our cooperation under Germany’s Presidency to jointly address global challenges at a time of severe geopolitical crisis and critical moment for the world economy. We were joined by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This year in the face […]
European Parliament declares Russia to be a state sponsor of terrorism
Following the atrocities carried out by Vladimir Putin’s regime against Ukrainian civilians, MEPs have recognised Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism. On Wednesday, Parliament adopted a resolution on the latest developments in Russia’s brutal war of aggression against Ukraine. MEPs highlight that the deliberate attacks and atrocities committed by Russian forces and their proxies […]
Ukraine: EU sanctions three individuals and one entity in relation to the use of Iranian drones in Russian aggression
The Council has added three Iranian individuals and one Iranian entity to the list of those subject to restrictive measures for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine. This is in view of their role in the development and delivery of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) used by Russia in its war against Ukraine. The […]