EU’s support for Ukraine ‘permanent,’ foreign policy chief says
- 8 months ago
Live updates: Russia's war in Ukraine
"The European Union's support for Ukraine is 'permanent,'" says Josep Borrell, the bloc's foreign policy chief.
He emphasizes that the support is not dependent on daily advances in the war.
Borrell states, "It's permanent, structured support because we are facing an existential threat for Europe."
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dymytro Kuleba adds that negotiations on Ukraine's EU membership should begin before the end of the year.
He believes that Kyiv's accession to the bloc is "just a matter of time."
Germany's foreign minister praises Ukraine for its ongoing reforms, including action on corruption, money laundering, media freedom, and protection of minorities.
These reforms are part of the conditions set by the EU for membership.
The foreign minister also states that Ukraine's future "lies in the European Union."
President Joe Biden expects House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and a majority of Republicans to approve new funding for Ukraine.
However, he does not provide specific assurances on the matter.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba says that Kyiv is working with Washington after Congress did not include new aid in a last-minute deal to avoid a government shutdown.
The US State Department criticizes Congress for not passing funding for "desperately needed" assistance to Ukraine.
Heavy Russian shelling in Kherson kills at least one person and wounds seven others.
Ukrainian officials report increased deadly fire from Moscow's troops over the weekend.
Ukraine receives the first batch of refurbished Leopard tanks from Poland.
The Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) confirms that they are also working on repairing another batch of tanks for Ukraine.
Unofficial Telegram channels claim that Yevgeny Prigozhin's assets and control of his business empire have been bequeathed to his 25-year-old son, Pavel.
Pavel Prigozhin is reportedly negotiating the return of Wagner personnel to the combat zone in Ukraine.
These claims cannot be verified.
Ukraine removes Hungarian Bank OTP from its "international sponsors of war" blacklist.
The decision follows discussions with the EU External Action Service.
Ukraine hopes this will lead to Hungary unblocking €500 million of vital EU military aid.
The situation in Ukraine remains tense as Russia's war continues.
The EU reiterates its permanent support for Ukraine, while the US expects new funding to be approved.
Ukraine receives tank deliveries and removes a Hungarian bank from its blacklist.
The legacy of Yevgeny Prigozhin and the return of Wagner personnel remain uncertain.
The conflict in Ukraine continues to be a critical issue with significant implications for Europe.
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"The European Union's support for Ukraine is 'permanent,'" says Josep Borrell, the bloc's foreign policy chief.
He emphasizes that the support is not dependent on daily advances in the war.
Borrell states, "It's permanent, structured support because we are facing an existential threat for Europe."
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dymytro Kuleba adds that negotiations on Ukraine's EU membership should begin before the end of the year.
He believes that Kyiv's accession to the bloc is "just a matter of time."
Germany's foreign minister praises Ukraine for its ongoing reforms, including action on corruption, money laundering, media freedom, and protection of minorities.
These reforms are part of the conditions set by the EU for membership.
The foreign minister also states that Ukraine's future "lies in the European Union."
President Joe Biden expects House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and a majority of Republicans to approve new funding for Ukraine.
However, he does not provide specific assurances on the matter.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba says that Kyiv is working with Washington after Congress did not include new aid in a last-minute deal to avoid a government shutdown.
The US State Department criticizes Congress for not passing funding for "desperately needed" assistance to Ukraine.
Heavy Russian shelling in Kherson kills at least one person and wounds seven others.
Ukrainian officials report increased deadly fire from Moscow's troops over the weekend.
Ukraine receives the first batch of refurbished Leopard tanks from Poland.
The Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) confirms that they are also working on repairing another batch of tanks for Ukraine.
Unofficial Telegram channels claim that Yevgeny Prigozhin's assets and control of his business empire have been bequeathed to his 25-year-old son, Pavel.
Pavel Prigozhin is reportedly negotiating the return of Wagner personnel to the combat zone in Ukraine.
These claims cannot be verified.
Ukraine removes Hungarian Bank OTP from its "international sponsors of war" blacklist.
The decision follows discussions with the EU External Action Service.
Ukraine hopes this will lead to Hungary unblocking €500 million of vital EU military aid.
The situation in Ukraine remains tense as Russia's war continues.
The EU reiterates its permanent support for Ukraine, while the US expects new funding to be approved.
Ukraine receives tank deliveries and removes a Hungarian bank from its blacklist.
The legacy of Yevgeny Prigozhin and the return of Wagner personnel remain uncertain.
The conflict in Ukraine continues to be a critical issue with significant implications for Europe.
#latestnews #news #cnn