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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

European Union: Viktor Orbán between election campaign and breach of word

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is under scrutiny for blocking a significant EU aid credit to Ukraine, with diplomatic hopes for resolution following his recent proposals.

Feb 27 • 12:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Money That Keeps Putin's War Alive

The ongoing war in Ukraine faces a funding crisis as both sides rely heavily on international support, while Ukraine reportedly runs out of funds amidst delayed EU aid and expanding trade relations between Russia and China.

Feb 27 • 06:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Very good, pro-European and pro-Ukrainian exposé by Sikorski. The Foreign Minister debunks right-wing myths

Poland's Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski emphasizes the importance of EU membership and aid to Ukraine, countering right-wing myths.

Feb 26 • 16:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU Commission approves Greek state aid of 400 million euros for business investments in clean technologies

The EU Commission has approved a 400-million-euro state aid scheme to support strategic investments in clean technologies in Greece.

Feb 26 • 09:22 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Politico: EU looks for solution to unblock Ukraine aid by offering Orbán symbolic victory

The EU is seeking a way to unblock aid for Ukraine by potentially offering Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán a symbolic political victory, which may enable him to lift his veto against the funding.

Feb 26 • 07:51 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Germany is appalled by Hungary's behavior

Germany's minister expresses dismay at Hungary's veto on EU sanctions against Russia and aid to Ukraine.

Feb 25 • 16:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Hungary Halts ‘€90 Billion Support Plan for Ukraine’... EU “We Will Keep Our Promises”

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged to uphold financial commitments to Ukraine despite Hungary's veto against a €90 billion support plan.

Feb 25 • 06:09 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Stagnation of Huge Loans to Ukraine, EU Solidarity on Thin Ice

The EU's previously agreed-upon massive financial aid to Ukraine is stalling due to Hungary's opposition, revealing cracks in the bloc's solidarity.

Feb 24 • 21:13 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

War in Ukraine: Von der Leyen: EU will pay Ukraine loan 'one way or another'

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declares that the EU will disburse a planned 90 billion Euro loan to Ukraine, despite Hungary's veto.

Feb 24 • 19:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

EU: The 90 billion euro loan will be implemented 'one way or another'

The European Commission announced a new immediate energy support package for Ukraine worth 100 million euros, emphasizing their ongoing significant financial and military assistance amidst the ongoing crisis.

Feb 24 • 17:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Ursula von der Leyen assures that the EU will grant its loan of 90 billion euros to Ukraine 'one way or another'

Ursula von der Leyen confirmed that the EU will provide a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine despite some obstacles from member states.

Feb 24 • 15:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

EU will lend Ukraine 90 billion euros, stated von der Leyen in Kyiv

The EU has announced a plan to lend Ukraine 90 billion euros as stated by Ursula von der Leyen during her visit to Kyiv.

Feb 24 • 15:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

V. Orban Repeat That He Will Block EU Aid to Kyiv Until Oil Flows Through the Druzhba Pipeline

Hungarian Prime Minister V. Orban has stated he will continue to block EU financial aid to Ukraine until oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline resume, amidst ongoing tensions regarding energy supply disruptions.

Feb 24 • 14:22 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Hungary: Viktor Orbán is in great trouble

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is obstructing a crucial EU financial aid package for Ukraine, raising questions about his motivations amid a challenging domestic electoral climate.

Feb 24 • 11:33 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Lina Lund: von der Leyen came with flowers instead of billions

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Kyiv empty-handed, bringing only words of support instead of the promised €90 billion aid package, due to Hungary and Slovakia's vetoes.

Feb 24 • 10:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

SZ in the Morning: News of the Day – Overview for the Busy

Today marks the four-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, highlighting the ongoing war's toll and the EU's recent failure to finalize a substantial aid package.

Feb 24 • 05:50 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Sanctions against Moscow and aid to Kiev: Orbán leaves the EU empty-handed

Hungary and Slovakia blocked the EU's new sanctions package against Russia and a significant loan for Ukraine, highlighting ongoing tensions in European energy security.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

War in Ukraine: EU fails with Ukraine package on the fourth anniversary of the war

The EU has not succeeded in finalizing new sanctions against Moscow or financial aid for Ukraine ahead of the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion.

Feb 24 • 01:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Ukraine Aid: Why EU Leaders Arrive in Kyiv Empty-Handed

EU leaders are arriving in Kyiv for a significant memorial while facing delays in delivering promised aid and sanctions due to Hungary's veto.

Feb 23 • 17:42 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Budrys in Brussels: The EU must urgently increase military support for Ukraine

Lithuanian Foreign Minister K. Budrys emphasized the need for the EU to increase military aid to Ukraine and expedited its membership by 2030.

Feb 23 • 16:29 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Hungary vows to block EU cash for Ukraine, Russia sanctions

Hungary has declared its intention to obstruct the EU's financial aid to Ukraine and the imposition of sanctions on Russia.

Feb 23 • 16:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

War in Ukraine: 195 Billion Euros! Or just as much as for a Netflix subscription?

The article discusses the financial support provided by the EU to Ukraine, questioning the scale and significance of the funding in relation to other expenditures.

Feb 23 • 15:55 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Viktor Orbán Vetoes Everything. Budapest Sees a Conspiracy Between Kyiv, the EU, and the Hungarian Opposition

Hungary's decision to veto sanctions against Russia and block financial aid for Ukraine is linked to its perception of a conspiracy involving Kyiv, the EU, and domestic opposition.

Feb 23 • 15:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Donald Tusk: Poles had problems with Ukraine, but it needs help today

Donald Tusk emphasized the necessity for Poland to aid Ukraine amid potential aggressions and discussed the EU's SAFE program for securing loans to assist member states.

Feb 23 • 15:47 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Ukraine: Europe on the front line

The EU has become Ukraine's primary supporter amid ongoing challenges stemming from Russia's invasion, pledging significant financial aid while grappling with humanitarian issues and governance reforms.

Feb 23 • 14:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Brussels asks Hungary to fulfill its commitment and approve the loan to Ukraine

Brussels is urging Hungary to approve a significant financial aid package for Ukraine, which Hungary is currently blocking.

Feb 23 • 13:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

War in Ukraine: EU Foreign Ministers Struggle with Ukraine Support

EU foreign ministers are debating crucial financial aid for Ukraine and fresh sanctions against Russia ahead of the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion.

Feb 23 • 05:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Aid to Ukraine: The European Union Steps in for the USA, Czech Contribution Decreases

Ukraine's struggle continues with a significant decline in support from the U.S., while the EU has increased its aid efforts.

Feb 22 • 17:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Ukraine Aid: Orbán Threatens Again

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is using dramatic videos to convey messages about Ukraine, claiming that financial aid requested by Ukraine is not for defense but for its own economic benefit.

Feb 22 • 15:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Orbán Again Threatens Ukraine. Kyiv Will File a Complaint to Brussels

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has threatened to block EU aid to Ukraine, prompting Kyiv to consider a formal complaint against Hungary and Slovakia to the EU.

Feb 22 • 14:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Ukraine's Reaction to Ultimatum from Slovakia and Hungary

Ukraine responds to threats from Slovakia and Hungary regarding the blockage of EU aid and electricity supply.

Feb 22 • 07:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Orban responds to Tusk: 'Dear Donald, I am responsible for Hungary'

Hungary announces plans to block an EU aid package for Ukraine, tying its support to the lifting of an oil pipeline blockade.

Feb 21 • 16:44 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Hungary threatens to block €90 billion EU aid loan to Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced on social media that Hungary will block a €90 billion loan intended for Ukraine, mirroring Ukraine's suspension of oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline.

Feb 21 • 06:55 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: the EU Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid concludes her tour in the Great Lakes region in Goma

Hadja Lahbib, the European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid, wrapped up her tour in the Great Lakes region with a visit to Goma, meeting with local leaders to secure commitments for peace and cooperation.

Feb 21 • 04:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

We will block EU aid until you restore oil deliveries via the Druzhba pipeline, Budapest threatens Kyiv

Budapest has threatened to block EU aid to Kyiv until oil deliveries via the Druzhba pipeline are restored.

Feb 20 • 19:52 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Western partners to provide €600 million for Ukraine's energy sector

Western partners have pledged over €600 million to support Ukraine's energy sector, as confirmed by Ukraine's Ministry of Energy during talks in Paris.

Feb 20 • 11:25 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Conflict in Eastern DRC: EU Humanitarian Commissioner in Kigali after Kinshasa and Bujumbura

The European Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid visited Kigali as part of her tour addressing the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Feb 20 • 07:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Peace Council holds its first meeting chaired by Trump

The inaugural meeting of the Peace Council, established by President Trump, takes place in Washington with delegates from 47 countries and the EU to discuss relief efforts and reconstruction in Gaza.

Feb 19 • 11:14 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Orban blasts EU ‘fantasy’ about Russia

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban criticized EU leaders for their belief that they can exhaust Russia through military and financial aid to Ukraine.

Feb 18 • 09:13 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Eastern DRC: the EU announces humanitarian aid of more than 81 million euros for victims of the conflict

The EU has pledged 81.2 million euros in humanitarian aid for victims of the ongoing conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Feb 18 • 04:07 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Council of European Union to formally adopt €90bn Ukraine loan package on 24 February

The Council of the European Union is set to formally approve a €90 billion loan package for Ukraine to assist with its financial needs for 2026-2027 on 24 February.

Feb 16 • 13:34 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

EU to provide Ukraine with €90 billion after IMF programme approval

The European Union is set to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion aid package contingent on the approval of a new International Monetary Fund program.

Feb 14 • 08:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

EDITORIAL: The Anchor Bolt That Hinders Us

The article discusses the challenges Ukraine faces in securing military aid from the EU due to Hungary's blockade and the need for reform in decision-making processes within the EU.

Feb 12 • 20:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

‘Annul’ €10 billion for Hungary – top EU court official

The European Court of Justice's advocate general suggests that the European Commission should reverse a €10 billion funding allocation to Hungary due to its non-compliance with EU norms.

Feb 12 • 16:58 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Orbán says Europe can win by ceasing financial aid to Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has stated that Europe would benefit by stopping financial aid to Ukraine.

Feb 12 • 13:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Aid for Ukraine: The USA has almost completely stopped its support

The EU has taken on the majority of financial support for Ukraine as U.S. aid has dwindled significantly and is expected to cease almost entirely by 2025.

Feb 12 • 13:32 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

‘Stop funding Ukraine’, Hungary’s PM tells EU

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban urged the EU to cease its financial support for Ukraine, arguing that the funds could be better used for enhancing EU member states' competitiveness.

Feb 12 • 12:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Hungary blocks Estonia from receiving compensation for weapons sent to Ukraine

Hungary has blocked Estonia and several other EU countries from receiving compensation for military aid sent to Ukraine, totaling 6.6 billion euros.

Feb 11 • 20:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

The European Parliament approves a loan package for Ukraine

The European Parliament has approved a financial aid package aimed at supporting Ukraine.

Feb 11 • 14:17 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

European Parliament: 'Green light' for 90 billion to Ukraine, but with a warning about corruption

The European Parliament approved legislation for a €90 billion loan to Ukraine to address its urgent financing needs amid the war with Russia, while alerting about potential corruption.

Feb 11 • 12:15 UTC

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