Armenia-EU summit opens in Yerevan
The first-ever Armenia-EU summit is taking place today in the Armenian capital. The EU is represented by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa.
Ursula von der Leyen
Baku-Yerevan peace becomes reality - Ilham Aliyev at EPC summit
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev said during his speech via video link at the 8th European Political Community Summit in Yerevan. "We have lived in peace for only nine months and we are learning to live …
Yerevan announces topics of upcoming EU-Armenia summit
The landmark EU-Armenia summit will be held in the Armenian capital, Yerevan, on May 4–5, 2026
EU considers lifting sanctions against Iran premature
The leadership of the European Union has declined to remove the current sanctions imposed on Iran. The EU identifies a significant change in the nation’s political direction as the primary condition for any potential lifting of these sanctions.
EU reports expenses for energy imports increase sharply
EU expenses for imports of energy resources grew by 22 bln euro since the start of the conflict in the Middle East, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen said at a press conference in Brussels.
Von der Leyen reveals when EU could deploy mission to Strait of Hormuz
The Europeans could send a mission to the Strait of Hormuz only after the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is over, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed following talks in Canberra with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Russia to shift energy sales to new markets - Peskov
Russia will fully redirect its energy exports to new and growing markets if they prove more attractive, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
European Commission chief announces details of new anti-Russian sanctions
The European Commission has presented a new, 20th, package of sanctions against Russia, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen said.
Putin and Trump ranked among most influential figures in Europe
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have been recognized as two of Europe's most significant political figures by Politico magazine, despite neither leading an EU member state.
EU accelerates plan for seizure of Russian assets - report
The European Commission has sped up the development of a legal framework to seize frozen Russian assets within the EU, according to media reports citing sources.
EU to create new intelligence unit - report
The European Commission will set up a new intelligence unit under President Ursula von der Leyen for the greater efficiency of the use of information gathered by national spy agencies, the Financial Times newspaper said, citing sources.
Uzbekistan and EU agree to expanded partnership
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev attended the signing of an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) with the Presidents of the European Council and the European Commission in Brussels on October 25, marking a new phase in their partnership.
President of Uzbekistan arrives in Brussels for EU talks
Shavkat Mirziyoyev has arrived in Belgium for an official visit for talks with EU leaders.
European Parliament to vote on resignation of European Commission chief
The European Parliament will for the first time in history conduct two votes of no-confidence in the European Commission on October 9, a European Parliament spokesperson said.
EU aims to accelerate phase-out of Russian LNG
The EU may cease purchasing Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) by January 1, 2027, a year earlier than initially planned. This measure is expected to be included in the 19th package of sanctions, which the European Commission will unveil today.
European Commission stops providing financial support for Israel
The suspension was announced by EC President Ursula von der Leyen
EU to target banks and crypto in 19th package of anti-Russia sanctions
The European Union executive's head Ursula von der Leyen said the new EU sanctions measures against Russia would target crypto, banks, and energy.
European Commission President to meet U.S. leader on July 27
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she will meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Scotland on July 27, in an effort to avoid a 30% tariff on EU exports entering into force next month.
EU expresses hope Baku-Yerevan peace deal to be signed as soon as possible
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed hope the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan to be signed as soon as possible.
Armenia to receive €2.5 billion investment from EU
The EU has promised to provide Armenia with €2.5 billion in investments under its Global Gateway program, following high-level talks in Brussels.
