At a meeting of delegates in Donetsk, the leadership of the People’s Democratic Republic announced the creation of a federal state Malorossiya, which is intended to become the legal successor of Ukraine. As reported, the capital will be the city of Donetsk, and Kiev remains a historical and cultural center without the status. The development…
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Trump celebrates US-France friendship
‘It’s a wonderful national celebration and we look forward to participating in it,” -said the US President Donal Trump ahead of the 14th July parade at joint press conference with Mr. Macron at the presidential palace of the Elysee . “Our two nations are united, together forever, by the spirit of the revolution and the…
Putin slams sanctions as form of protectionism
Russian President Vladimir Putin blasted economic protectionism and sanctions in an implicit gesture at President Trump a day before the two leaders are set to meet for the first time. Published in the German financial newspaper Handelblatt ahead of the G20 meeting in Hamburg, Putin praised the strategy for free trade and action on climate change, while warning…
Estonian EU presidency digital agenda
The priorities of the Estonian presidency build on the European Council’s strategic agenda and common goals formulated by the member states and the EU institutions in the Rome declaration on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Rome Treaties. The Estonian presidency will focus on preserving the common values of prosperity, security, peace and…
Brexit conference for business
Britain’s minister in charge of exiting the European Union David Davis (pictured) will host a conference for business leaders as part of a government drive to give them a bigger say in the process. Prime Minister Theresa May’s government, which has come under fire for not consulting widely enough over its Brexit plans, said David Davis…
Europe united in pursuit of Paris agreement
In Berlin the European leaders declared their intention to unite their efforts to achieve the climate change goals, and free trade at the upcoming G20 summit, but made clear that they have no thoughts of reproaching the U.S. President Donald Trump who has different opinion n both issues. German Chancellor Angela Merkel said European countries…
Elections: ‘Forza Italia’ at raise
Italy’s center-right parties were the big winners in mayoral elections on Sunday, partial results showed, in a vote likely to put pressure on the center-left government ahead of national elections due in less than a year. In the most closely watched contest, the northern port city of Genoa – a traditional left-wing stronghold – seemed…
EU27 contest for two agencies to be moved from UK
Brussels. 22.06.2017. The European leaders are deciding upon he future of EU agencies located in London in the wake of the post Brexit referendum changes. At a summit in Brussels the EU27 leaders without Theresa May are expected to take the next crucial step in moving two EU agencies out of the British capital. Belgium's…
EU Council: Brexit and migrant challenges ahead
Brussels. 22.06.2017. Today the EU leaders exchange on a range of the most pressing issues, including security and defence, economy, and migration. The heads of state or government will discuss counter-terrorism and approach to eradication on online recruiting, and radicalization. Leaders will also review progress in the strengthening of EU co-operation on external affairs on security…
ALERT! Brussels terrorist shot by military
The attacker, wearing an explosive belt was neutralised and “seriously” injured. The prosecutor’s office said he was shot while attempting to create an explosion at Brussels Central Station, but attracted an attention of the military patrol. https://twitter.com/Alvin_Sec/status/877245552630448128 There is no further information, but a general alert. The Central Station and Grand Place are in lock…
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