The European Union's 27 member states approved a modernized trade agreement and strategic partnership with Mexico, benefiting over 45,000 EU exporters, with leaders set to sign during a bilateral summit scheduled for May 22, 2026, the first in eleven years.
EU foreign ministers plan to discuss direct negotiations with Russia later this month, seeking Russian concessions for European stability, though Moscow has shown no serious interest in talks, according to bloc officials.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyi discussed diplomatic coordination with the United States and European partners with Finland's President Stubb, positioning Ukraine's military strength as essential for European security against Russia while addressing shifting US foreign policy priorities.
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EU leaders signed a transport infrastructure partnership agreement with Armenia during a Yerevan summit, but analysts question whether ambitious plans lack realistic funding and feasibility, arguing the Zangezur Corridor remains the only viable regional integration solution.
Armenia hosted its first EU summit in Yerevan, formally pursuing EU membership and deepening Western ties while distancing itself from Russia following Azerbaijan's 2023 Karabakh offensive, with planned EU investments reaching 2.5 billion euros.
Armenia hosted its first EU summit, signing a connectivity partnership and pledging 2.5 billion euros in investments as it formally pursues EU membership and distances itself from Russia amid strained relations following Azerbaijan's 2023 Karabakh offensive.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyi met with Western leaders in Yerevan, securing commitments to strengthen air defense systems, discussing a 90-billion-euro EU support package, and addressing peace negotiations as Canada pledged an additional 200 million dollars.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged European leaders at the Yerevan summit to maintain sanctions pressure on Russia, strengthen continental defense capabilities, and prepare for potential winter energy crises while pushing Putin toward diplomacy.
Trump announced plans to escort stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz using 15,000 troops and military assets, prompting Iran to warn it would attack US Navy vessels, while oil prices initially fell then recovered amid broader Middle East tensions.
The EU's top leaders will hold their first bilateral summit with Armenia in Yerevan this week, focusing on connectivity, energy, transport, and security cooperation as Brussels deepens engagement in the strategically important South Caucasus region.
The EU-Mercosur trade deal provisionally enters into force, creating a massive free-trade zone.
Canada participated in the European Political Community summit for the first time, with PM Mark Carney attending the May 2026 gathering in Armenia, signaling strengthened Europe-Canada cooperation on trade and defense amid U.S. tensions.
International leaders condemn the shooting in Washington, expressing support for Trump and denouncing violence in democracy.
Russia quietly positions itself to benefit from Middle East escalation without direct involvement, leveraging energy disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz to boost oil prices and expand geopolitical influence while Western powers remain preoccupied.
Armenia's first EU summit signals Western realignment and EU membership pursuit, creating investment opportunities in energy and logistics while regional instability, Russian pressure, and geopolitical tensions pose significant risks for European companies.
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Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
Heydar Aliyev shaped Azerbaijan's modern achievements and European relations as its third president.
EU weighs direct Putin talks as frustration grows over U.S. peace push
Trump's reported "naughty list" punishing NATO allies for not supporting an Iran war has prompted European officials to accelerate plans for independent military defense, signaling a weakening transatlantic security relationship and renewed momentum toward European strategic autonomy.
The 8th European Political Community summit in Yerevan demonstrated how post-Soviet states like Armenia can diversify geopolitical ties beyond Moscow while maintaining formal Russian connections, signaling to Central Asian nations a potential model for multi-vector foreign policy realignment.
EU foreign policy chief Kallas attended the Yerevan summit focused on fragile South Caucasus peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan, with both leaders highlighting practical cooperation benefits amid ongoing normalisation efforts and persistent geopolitical tensions.
Armenia hosts its first EU bilateral summit, signing a connectivity partnership and securing 2.5 billion euros in investments as it formally pursues EU membership and strategically pivots westward from Russia following Azerbaijan's 2023 Karabakh offensive.
Prime Minister Mark Carney committed 270 million dollars to Ukraine's military capabilities during a European political summit in Armenia, bringing Canada's total aid to 25.8 billion dollars as Russia's invasion continues.
Nearly 50 world leaders, including those from Canada, Britain, and France, convened in Armenia for the eighth European Political Community summit to discuss geopolitical tensions, while Armenia navigates deepening EU ties amid Russia's escalating pressure and import restrictions.
The EU is deploying 20-30 experts to Armenia for two years to counter Russian propaganda and cyber-attacks, as it deepens engagement with the former Soviet ally amid Moscow's weakened regional influence following Ukraine's invasion.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's potential visit to Yerevan for the European Political Community summit signals Armenia's strategic realignment away from Russia toward the West, alongside expanded military and economic cooperation between Kyiv and Yerevan.
Iranian President Pezeshkian warned that a US naval blockade of Iranian ports would fail, framing the Strait of Hormuz as a symbol of resistance and rejecting external pressure while signaling potential retaliation against such sanctions.
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Peter Magyar was elected Hungary's new prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year nationalist rule following April's decisive opposition victory. Magyar promised reformed governance focused on public service, signaling democratic renewal welcomed by European Union leadership.
Russia breaches three-day ceasefire with Ukraine, says Zelenskyy
Centrist Péter Magyar became Hungarian Prime Minister with 140 parliamentary votes, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year ultranationalist rule and signaling renewed European Union ties after years of tension under his predecessor.
The European Council is ready to participate in peace talks for Ukraine, says President António Costa.
Russia and the United States increasingly dominate Ukraine peace negotiations, sidelining the European Union despite its military aid and sanctions, exposing Brussels' limited leverage in shaping the conflict's resolution while European officials privately acknowledge diminished diplomatic control.
Trump's threatened Iran sanctions targeting European firms prompted EU nations to accelerate defense spending and reduce U.S. military dependency, signaling a broader strategic shift toward European autonomy amid transatlantic tensions.
Armenia hosted its first EU summit Tuesday, signing a connectivity partnership and pledging $2.9 billion in investments as the Caucasus nation formally pivots westward from Russia following Azerbaijan's 2023 Karabakh conquest, marking a strategic realignment in the region.
Armenia hosted its first EU summit, formally declaring intentions to join the bloc while pivoting away from Russia following Azerbaijan's 2023 Karabakh reclamation, with the EU committing 2.5 billion euros in infrastructure investments.
Over 40 European leaders gathered in Yerevan for the eighth European Political Community summit, aiming to strengthen Europe's security architecture, deepen democratic resilience, and support Armenia's sovereignty amid regional instability and broader geopolitical competition with Russia.
President Zelenskyy convened ten Western leaders in Yerevan to bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities, secure additional USD 200 million for the PURL initiative, and advance diplomatic efforts toward reinvigorating peace negotiations with Russia.
Mark Carney attends the European Political Community Summit in Armenia today.
Activists urge EU representatives to address Armenia's problems and defend democratic values.
Amid world's focus on Iran, NATO chief says support for Ukraine must not falter
Hungary's designate Prime Minister Péter Magyar negotiated with EU officials in Brussels to unlock approximately 17 billion euros in frozen EU funds withheld from his country due to the previous government's rule-of-law violations, with discussions continuing through late May.
EU leaders condemn the violent attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, relieved Trump and guests are safe.
Joint Statement by President of the European Council António Costa, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy