The EU may adopt a 21st sanctions package against Russia by July, though MEP Zdechkowski cautioned the timeline remains uncertain due to required unanimity among member states and complex negotiations, while separately, Mexico and the EU plan strategic partnership agreements at their May summit.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated Ukraine peace talks are not Moscow's priority while meeting Turkish counterpart in Antalya, emphasizing Russia remains open to negotiations if conditions align, amid broader tensions over European security and sanctions policy.
The EU may adopt a 21st sanctions package against Russia by July, though MEP Tomasz Zdechowski cautioned the timeline remains uncertain pending unanimous member-state approval and complex negotiations, while separately the EU and Mexico plan strategic partnership and trade agreements.
Israel faces weakening European support as Hungary's government change enables EU sanctions on West Bank settlers, Italy halts arms deals, and Ireland, Spain, and Slovenia push for human rights accountability, potentially leading to broader measures against Tel Aviv.