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Russia's actions appear to be war crimes, EU's von der Leyen says

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Saturday that Russian forces appeared to have committed war crimes by targeting civilians in Ukraine, but she said lawyers must investigate the alleged incidents.

Reuters

Commentary: Why pictures of the horrors in Ukraine can strengthen our political will

On Tuesday, in a dramatic and furious speech to the United Nations Security Council, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented graphic atrocity photographs from Bucha — including close-ups of dead children and clumps of corpses, some with their hands tied behind their backs. “The chamber fell silent,” the New York Times…

Los Angeles Times

Russia's war against Ukraine war 'may end much sooner than many think', says President Zelensky

He says the West 'simply' needs to give him the weapons he has asked for

Manchester Evening News

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Ukraine is fighting Russia for us all, say Presidents Zelensky and von der Leyen

President says Ukraine's goal is to be in the EU because "we share common values and fight for them"

Manchester Evening News

Zelenskiy braces for 'hard battle,' UK's Johnson visits with aid

Ukraine is ready for a tough battle with Russian forces amassing in the east of the country, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday, and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson offered fresh financial and military support during a surprise visit.

Reuters

The Case for and against EU Sanctions on Russian Oil

European Union countries on Thursday approved a ban on Russian coal imports from August as part of new measures against Moscow, but are split over whether oil or gas sanctions should follow. The coal embargo is the EU's first energy sanction against Moscow following its invasion of Ukraine.

Asharq Al-Awsat

EU chief promises speeded up process for Ukraine to seek membership

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged on Friday to offer Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy a speedier start to Ukraine's bid to become a member of the European Union.

Reuters

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EU Cracks Down On Crypto To Prevent Evasion Of Russian Sanction

The European Union is increasingly cracking down on cryptocurrency and relevant services as part of its efforts to ensure that sanctions imposed on Russia are not evaded by using assets such as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and stablecoins.

Benzinga

Brussels says oligarchs' assets worth almost 30 billion euros frozen in EU

The European Commission said on Friday that European Union governments had frozen about 30 billion euros ($32.6 billion) of assets linked to oligarchs and other people sanctioned by the EU since the start of the war in Ukraine.

Reuters

Condemning Bucha cruelty, EU offers speedy start for Ukraine membership

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said the civilian deaths in the Ukrainian town of Bucha showed the "cruel face" of Russia's army and pledged to try to speed Ukraine's bid to become a member of the European Union.

Reuters

EU agrees Russia coal ban over Ukraine atrocities, but not until August

The European Union says it has approved an embargo on Russian coal and the closing of the bloc's ports to Russian vessels over the Ukraine war.

Radio France Internationale

The West’s big challenge: Depleting Russia's war resources

Recent sanctions have targeted Russia's ability to plow its vast energy revenues into the war effort/

Axios

Timeline: Week six of Russia’s war in Ukraine

Ukraine’s leader addresses Russian citizens as Russian attacks intensify in Ukraine’s eastern regions.

Al Jazeera

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to meet EU's von der Leyen on Friday - spokesman

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will have talks in Kyiv on Friday with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Ukrainian presidential spokesman Sergii Nykyforov said on national television.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Breaking Ranks with EU, Hungary Says Ready to Pay for Russian Gas in Roubles

Hungary said on Wednesday it was prepared to pay roubles for Russian gas, breaking ranks with the European Union which has sought a united front in opposing Moscow's demand for payment in the currency. Hungary will pay for shipments in roubles if Russia asks it to, Prime Minister Viktor Orban…

Chicago Sun-Times

US targets Putin’s daughters, Russian banks in new sanctions

The U.S. acted against two of Russia’s largest banks, Sberbank and Alfa Bank.

Reuters

Malta resists EU pressure to stop selling citizenship

Malta rebuffed EU calls to stop selling citizenship on Wednesday, telling the European Commission that the granting of citizenship falls within the national competence of a member state "and it should remain as such".

Asharq Al-Awsat

EU Begins Stockpiling Gear, Drugs against Chemical, Nuclear Incidents

The European Commission said on Wednesday it had begun a stockpiling operation to boost its defenses against chemical, nuclear and biological incidents amid concerns over the conflict in Ukraine. The EU will increase its reserves of protective equipment, decontamination gear, medicines and vaccines that could be useful in case of…

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EU sues Portugal for breaching rules on freedom of movement of workers

The European Commission said on Wednesday it had sued Portugal for breaching its rules on the freedom of movement of workers as well as non complying with its directive on the recognition of professional qualifications.

Reuters

EU steps up legal action against Malta over passport scheme

The European Commission on Wednesday gave Malta two months to address concerns over its cash-for-passports scheme or face being taken to court.

Reuters

EU sues Spain over non-compliance with urban waste water directive

The European Commission said on Wednesday it had sued Spain over the country's failure to comply with the urban waste water directive, aimed at protecting the environment.

Reuters

EU sues Portugal over EU radiation protection rules

The European Commission said on Wednesday it is suing Portugal for failing to establish a national plan addressing long-term risks from exposures to radon as required by law.

Reuters

EU begins stockpiling gear, drugs against chemical, nuclear incidents

The European Commission said on Wednesday it had begun a stockpiling operation to boost its defences against chemical, nuclear and biological incidents amid concerns over the conflict in Ukraine.

The Independent UK

More Western sanctions to hit Russia after Bucha killings

The United States, United Kingdom and the European Union are set Wednesday to impose new punishing sanctions targeting Russia including a ban on all new investment in the country after evidence of torture and killings emerged in recent days from a town outside of Kyiv

The Independent UK

EU council head suggests giving asylum to Russian deserters

European Council president Charles Michel says European Union countries should think about ways to offer asylum to Russian soldiers willing to desert Ukraine battlefields

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