EU finds no grounds to include Kulevi port in sanctions list
The Georgian port of Kulevi will remain free from sanctions, as the EU has determined that there are no grounds to impose any restrictions on it.
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Hungary proposes EU lift anti-Russia sanctions due to Iran war
The EU should immediately lift the ban on the use of Russian oil and gas in all EU countries to prevent a shortage of energy and a sharp increase in prices due to the Middle Eastern tensions, Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto said following urgent meetings of the defense and energy security councils convened by Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Tehran may strike European targets - Iranian Foreign Ministry
In an interview with France24, an Iranian diplomat revealed the contents of Tehran's closed-door talks with European countries: Iranian authorities promised to attack European targets if any European country joins the US and Israel's military operations.
EU Council President set to visit Azerbaijan
The President of the Council of the European Union, António Costa, will pay an official visit to Azerbaijan on March 11, the EU Council office confirmed.
Putin proposes leave EU gas market now
Russia may initiate its withdrawal from the European market ahead of time in view of the EU’s intention to completely reject its gas, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
Armenian Prime Minister discusses prospects for developing ties with EU in Warsaw
During his visit to Poland, Nikol Pashinyan met with the Speaker of the Polish Senate. The parties discussed cooperation between Armenia and Poland, as well as prospects for developing ties between Armenia and the EU.
Switzerland to join additional EU sanctions against Russia
The Swiss government decided to implement additional paragraphs of the 19th package of anti-Russian sanctions from February 26.
Pashinyan makes official visit to Warsaw
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has departed for Warsaw, Poland on an official visit, during which he is scheduled to engage in discussions with the nation's president, prime minister, and speaker of parliament.
Georgia clashes with EU over Kulevi port
The European Union has leveled unfounded accusations against Georgia regarding the circumvention of anti-Russian sanctions at the oil terminal in the port of Kulevi.
Georgia submits report to EU on Kulevi port operation
The Georgian authorities had given the EU the information it had promised on the Kulevi port, EU ambassador to Georgia Pawel Herczynski said.
Third of US fleet and 150 aircraft deployed to Мiddle East and Europe
This is the largest deployment since the Iraq War
EU postpones approval of 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions
EU foreign ministers failed to reach consensus on the 20th package of sanctions against Russia during their recent meeting, according to EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas.
EU not to adopt 20th sanctions package against Russia today - Kallas
The European Union's latest sanctions package against Russia will not be adopted today, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said before a regular meeting of the EU’s foreign ministers in Brussels where discussion of the 20th sanctions package was planned.
Iran designates all EU countries' navies and air forces as terrorist organizations
Acting on the principle of reciprocity, the Islamic Republic of Iran has officially classified the naval and air forces of European Union member states as terrorist entities. The move follows the EU's decision to designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization on February 19.
New EU sanctions package against Russia to be adopted on February 23 - Kallas
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas is confident that the next package of anti-Russian sanctions will be approved at the forthcoming meeting of foreign ministers of European Union member-countries.
EU designates IRGC as terrorist organization
The EU Council has approved the inclusion of Iran's IRGC on the list of terrorist organizations.
EU comments on adoption of latest package of anti-Russian sanctions
The European Commission does not comment on problems with adopting the 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions but remains committed to have it approved by February 24, Commission Spokesperson Anouar El Anouni said.
Araghchi urges EU to change its approach towards Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on the European Union to change its counterproductive approach towards Iran.
EU begins lifting visa-free travel for Georgia
The European Union has suspended visa-free travel for Georgian citizens holding diplomatic and service passports - a decision dismissed by the ruling Georgian Dream party as absurd and ineffective.
French president urges-Europe to resume dialogue with Russia
French President Emmanuel Macron has said he invited several European colleagues to restart dialogue with Russia.
