AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUkraine and Russia: The EU, Germany and Britain have rejected Washington’s move to ease sanctions on Russian diesel, warning that the sales would help fund Moscow’s war. EU foreign ministers will discuss further sanctions, while Kyiv says it would halt strikes on Russian oil refineries if Moscow stops attacking Ukraine’s energy grid. Transatlantic Tensions: Donald Trump’s call for Ukraine to replace Volodymyr Zelenskyy drew renewed backing for the Ukrainian president from British leaders and German officials, who say Ukrainians must choose their leader. European Security: Brussels is preparing tougher visa rules for Russian tourists amid concerns about sabotage and other hybrid attacks; intelligence agencies also warn that Russian operatives are targeting European defence executives. EU Budget: Ireland has proposed cutting the bloc’s 2028–34 budget by €141 billion to bridge divisions, but France and Germany remain at odds over the plan. Politics at Home: Slovenia’s four referendums offer an early test for Prime Minister Janez Janša, while protests and unrest continue to challenge France’s government.
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