Druzhba pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking EU loan for Kyiv - Reuters

Druzhba pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking EU loan for Kyiv  Reuters

The AP Interview: Cyprus president says EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack - AP News

The AP Interview: Cyprus president says EU needs a clear playbook on helping members under attack  AP News

EU decides on key €90bn Ukraine loan after pipeline deadlock ends

The funding was agreed last December, but it has been held up in a row over Russian oil supplies to Hungary.

EU Proposes Further Energy Measures to Mitigate Iran War Crisis - Bloomberg.com

EU Proposes Further Energy Measures to Mitigate Iran War Crisis  Bloomberg.com

EU Considers $106 Billion Loan to Ukraine, Delayed for Months by Orban

After months of impasse because of objections from Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary, ambassadors were meeting to discuss a key step on the way to disbursing the much-needed money.

By Jeanna Smialek and Koba Ryckewaert

Dettol maker Reckitt hit by Russia sanctions and weak Europe demand

UK-listed group no longer permitted to ship cleaning products to Russia under changes to EU sanctions

Belgian PM's troubling ambivalence toward Russia

Bart De Wever faces criticism for his unclear stances on the level of support the European Union should provide to Ukraine. The Flemish nationalist has defended himself against accusations of playing into Moscow's hands, insisting that he only aims to push the 27 member states forward.

EU agrees to unblock €90bn loan for Ukraine after Hungary lifts veto

Agreement for urgently needed loan reached after Ukraine resumed pumping Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia Europe live – latest updates EU member states have reached agreement on unblocking an urgently needed €90bn (£78bn) loan for Kyiv and a new package of sanctions against Moscow after Ukraine resumed pumping Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia, prompting Budapest to lift its veto. Cyprus, which holds the bloc’s rotating presidency, said member states’ ambassadors had agreed to launch “...

By Jon Henley Europe correspondent

Russia says will halt oil flow to Germany via Druzhba pipeline

Moscow confirms it will suspend shipments of Kazakh oil to Germany from May 1.

Trust between Ukraine and Slovakia is badly damaged over Druzhba, Slovak PM says

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico says he cannot rule out suspension of oil flow via the Druzhba pipeline again after the EU approves a €90 billion loan for Ukraine.

By Ivanna Kostina,Oleksandr Shumilin

EU unblocks €90 billion loan to Ukraine

Envoys from EU member states have finally paved the way for a €90 billion loan to Ukraine that had long been blocked by Hungary. They also approved a 20th package of sanctions on Russia over its invasion of its neighbor.

EU gives preliminary approval to unblock 90-bn-euro Ukraine loan

EU member states on Wednesday gave a preliminary approval to unlock a €90 billion loan for Ukraine. The decision comes after delays linked to an oil dispute over the Druzhba pipeline, with Hungary vetoing the funding.

By FRANCE 24

EU envoys meet in hopes of approving a long-delayed loan to Ukraine

European Union envoys are meeting in hopes of approving a massive loan to support Ukraine's military and financial needs for the next two years

By Lorne Cook

EU prepares finalisation of Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions, Cyprus says - The Straits Times

EU prepares finalisation of Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions, Cyprus says  The Straits Times

EU publishes measures to address energy crisis as Iran seizes ships in strait after Trump halts attacks

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EU May Revive $105 Billion Loan To Ukraine: Here's How It Will Work

The EU will provide interest-free loans for the years 2026-2027 based on EU borrowing on capital markets backed by the EU budget headroom.

EU gives approval to unblock €90bn Ukraine loan

EU officials have started the ⁠procedure to finalise agreement on their promised €90 billion loan to Ukraine and a new package of sanctions against ‌Russia, ⁠after Hungary gave up its resistance against the decision, three EU diplomats said.

Deputy FM stresses cooperation with EU on supply chains in meeting with envoys

Deputy Foreign Minister Chung Eui-hae met Wednesday with ambassadors and deputy chiefs of mission of the European Union (EU) and its member states, calling for greater cooperation in supply chains and other areas under their strategic security and defense partnership. Chung proposed South Korea and the EU continue working together on key current issues, including global supply chain stability and technological innovation, the foreign ministry said in a release. She also used the session to expla

By The Korea Herald

Immigrants residing in the EU increase to 64.2 million, up 60 per cent since 2010

The number of immigrants residing in the European Union climbed to a record high of 64.2 million in 2025, up about 2.1 million from a year earlier, according to a report published on Wednesday by the Centre for Research and Analysis on Migration at RFBerlin. The figure compares with 40 million in 2010, the report […]

EU attracts record 64 million immigrants as migration patterns shift

The number of immigrants living in the European Union has reached a new high, reflecting the bloc’s growing appeal as a destination and the increasingly fluid nature of its labour markets.

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Druzhba pipeline is set to restart oil flows to Europe, potentially unblocking EU’s Ukraine loan

Hungary and Slovakia expect deliveries of Russian oil to resume through a pipeline via Ukraine after a halt lasting months, which could in turn unblock a 90 billion euro ($105.79 billion) EU loan urgently needed by Kyiv. The Druzhba pipeline has become one of the most politically charged pieces of infrastructure in Europe since a […]

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Russia to Cut Kazakh Oil Transit to Germany

The German subsidiary of Russia's state-owned oil company Rosneft told German regulators that the Russian Energy Ministry had ordered the suspension.

EU unveils set of measures to address energy crisis amid Iran war

The European Commission unveiled on Wednesday a series of measures to ⁠address the ⁠impact of surging energy prices on the region's markets following the ​U.S.-Israeli war ​wi...

Economy Ministry: Druzhba pipeline filling resumes, Russian oil to reach Slovakia on Thursday

The Druzhba oil pipeline is being refilled following repairs on the Ukrainian section; Slovakia is expected to receive oil on Thursday morning.

Estonia to adopt some elements of EU's equal pay directive

The Ministry of Economic Affairs plans to adopt parts of the European Union's Pay Transparency Directive that do not increase the administrative burden on businesses, after ministers vowed not to transpose the legislation last week.

Russia confirmed the interruption of oil flows from Kazakhstan to Germany

"The Germans have given up Russian oil, so they are doing well," Novak said of Europe's decision to cut energy imports from Russia The post Russia confirmed the interruption of oil flows from Kazakhstan to Germany appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Ukraine restarts Russian oil pipeline to Europe

Ukraine has restarted pumping Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia after completing repairs to the Druzhba pipeline after it was damaged in a Russian attack in January, the three countries said Wednesday. The post Ukraine restarts Russian oil pipeline to Europe appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

EU decides on key €90bn Ukraine loan after pipeline deadlock ends

European Union ambassadors are meeting in Cyprus with expectations high that a €90bn (£78bn) EU loan seen as vital support for Ukraine can finally be paid out after months of deadlock.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

With Pro-Ukrainian Government Installed in Budapest, Zelenskyy Opens the Oil Pipelines

The diplomatic freeze between Kyiv and Budapest appears to be over. After months of deadlock and mutual accusations, there are growing signs that Russian crude oil is once again flowing through the Druzhba (“Friendship”) pipeline to Central Europe. On Tuesday, the Kremlin made it clear that it is “technically ready” to resume oil deliveries through […] The post With Pro-Ukrainian Government Installed in Budapest, Zelenskyy Opens the Oil Pipelines appeared first on Hungary Today.

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EU envoys meet in hopes of approving a long-delayed loan to Ukraine - Naharnet

EU envoys meet in hopes of approving a long-delayed loan to Ukraine  Naharnet

Romanian minister warns PSD leaving ruling coalition risks derailing EU-funded reforms

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Kazakhstan Confirms Suspension of Oil Transit to Germany via Russia

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakh Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov confirmed the suspension of Kazakh oil transit to Germany via Russia, citing technical constraints on the Russian side. Earlier reports suggested that transit through the Druzhba pipeline could be halted starting May 1. While no official notification has been received from Russia, unofficial information indicates that shipments have… The post Kazakhstan Confi...

By Fatima Kemelova