New sanctions target Russian gas for the first time - but could have gone much further

EU's top foreign diplomat meets Israelis and Palestinians at two-state solution conference

Asked whether he was optimistic about peace in the Middle East over the coming months, Borrell said "a ceasefire must come and it is absolutely essential."

University mobility programmes: Which countries attract the most EU students?

Spain and the UK are the top destinations, as over 360,000 undergraduate and master's students from the EU took part in a mobility programme of at least three months, the latest Eurostat data shows.

In Moldova's path towards the EU, political prisoners in Transnistria face challenges

When pro-European forces won in Moldova in November, their victory only passed by the slimmest of margins. A concerted Russian influence campaign was potentially behind it.

Combining and strengthening European air and missile defence cooperation

18 EU member states have signed a letter of intent to step up cooperation and share the costs of developing common defence systems.

French farmers continue protests against EU-Mercosur free trade agreement

Proponents of the EU-Mercosur deal argue it would boost economic ties between Europe and South America by removing tariffs on exports, notably for machinery, chemicals and cars. However, the deal is widely seen as not beneficial for the agricultural sector.

Putin’s 2nd Warning to U.S, NATO in 24 Hours| Oreshnik Missiles Ready for… | World War III Soon?

In a dramatic escalation, Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued his second warning to the U.S. and NATO in just 24 hours, announcing the readiness of Russia’s powerful Oreshnik hypersonic missile system. The missile, a game-changer in modern warfare, is poised to be deployed in combat as a key strategic asset in Russia’s arsenal. With no current means of interception by any nation, the Oreshnik missile's devastating power and precision could redefine the global military balance. This latest development signals growing tensions between Russia and the West, as fears of a wider conflict, potentially spiralling into World War III, intensify. #PutinsWarning #OreshnikMissiles #WorldWarIII #NATOThreat #RussiaVsUSA #HypersonicWeapons #GlobalTensions #MilitaryEscalation #PutinVsNATO #ColdWarReloaded #NATOInCrisis #RussiaDefense #RussianMissiles #GeopoliticalCrisis #WWIIIAlert ~HT.318~PR.152~ED.346~CA.298~

Putin’s Beginning of WWIII? U.S Warns 50,000 Russian, North Korean Troops Ready to Invade Ukraine

As tensions escalate in Eastern Europe, U.S. officials have raised alarms about the growing military presence along the Russian-Ukrainian border. The Pentagon has warned that up to 50,000 troops, consisting of Russian forces and North Korean soldiers, are preparing to launch an offensive against Ukraine. According to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, these troops are being integrated into Russian military units in the Kursk region, located near the border with Ukraine. Austin expressed concerns that these forces could soon be engaged in combat, signalling a dangerous escalation in the ongoing war. The buildup of these foreign troops, along with reports of Russia providing North Korea with oil, anti-aircraft missiles, and economic aid in exchange for military support, has raised fears of a significant intensification of hostilities. As the conflict continues to evolve, both Russia and North Korea have become increasingly intertwined in military strategy, with the possibility of further destabilising the region. Ukraine, still recovering from its initial offensives, remains on high alert as this new threat looms large. #PutinsWWIII #RussianTroops #NorthKoreanTroops #UkraineConflict #USDefense #WorldWar3 #KurskRegion #RussianInvasion #MilitaryEscalation #UkraineWar #PutinWar #NorthKorea #EasternEuropeTensions #RussianAlliance #USResponse ~PR.152~ED.194~HT.336~GR.344~

China Reacts to Putin’s Oreshnik Missile Strike: Zelensky Urges Immediate Global Action| Watch Video

Russia deployed a new Oreshnik hypersonic missile against a Ukrainian military factory, with Putin claiming it was a response to Ukraine's Western-supplied weapons. China called for restraint and peaceful resolution, while Zelensky demanded strong global action. Putin warned of potential escalation but remained open to negotiations, and the White House reaffirmed continued support for Ukraine. #XiJinping #AFP #Oreshnik #RussiaUkrainewar #Ukrainewar #Ukrainelive #Aegis #NATORussiaWar #NATOnews #Ukrainewarlive #Worldnews #Warnews #War ~PR.320~ED.103~HT.336~GR.344~