Today in Brussels, EU ministers will discuss support for Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, and the bloc’s defense capabilities
EU foreign ministers are meeting today in Brussels to discuss aid to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, and the situation in the Middle East. The decisions could impact Europe’s future.
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Today, the EU Foreign Affairs Council is holding a meeting in Brussels, where the foreign ministers of EU member states are discussing key international policy issues. Information about the meeting has been published on the German Foreign Ministry's website.
The primary focus is on supporting Ukraine, expanding sanctions against Russia, and strengthening transatlantic ties.
The meeting takes place against the backdrop of ceasefire negotiations in Saudi Arabia and the G7 summit in Canada. The EU aims to increase military and financial aid to Ukraine to bolster its position in potential negotiations with Russia.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga plays a key role in the discussion and will join the meeting online.
Another major topic is sanctions against Russia. Ministers are discussing new restrictive measures and the extension of existing sanctions for another six months.
At the same time, efforts are underway to strengthen the EU’s defense capabilities, including the REARM initiative to fund military projects.
Beyond Ukraine, attention is also focused on the Middle East. The EU is demanding that Israel ensure humanitarian aid access to Gaza and is supporting an Arab plan for regional reconstruction.
Earlier, it was reported that the European Union extended sanctions against Russia until September, removing three individuals from the list after disputes with Hungary, which had pushed for lifting restrictions on eight people.
It also became known that the United Kingdom announced its largest sanctions package against Russia in three years, imposing 107 new restrictions targeting military supplies, war financing, and the Russian elite, reinforcing support for Ukraine.