TL;DRThe EU has decided on new sanctions against Russia, which include restrictions on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG). Greece has been granted an exemption, allowing it to continue supplying Russian LNG to non-EU customers.
TL;DRA security expert warns that an agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia could undermine nuclear arms controls and harm the region. According to the expert, this deal would provide Iran with additional arguments.
TL;DRPresident Zelenskyy has appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of the army, expressing confidence in him. Drapatyi is considered a supporter of the previously dismissed Minister of Defense.
TL;DRThe EU Commission has registered the citizen initiative "Stop Killing The Internet," which campaigns against mandatory eIDs and age restrictions. Signatures are now being collected for the initiative.
TL;DRBritish singer Morrissey has written to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez requesting an end to bullfighting and bull-running events in Spain. The letter outlines his plea for the cessation of these practices.
TL;DRThe European Central Bank has presented ten final designs for new euro banknotes, set to be introduced from 2026. The motifs will depict European culture and nature, including figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Maria Callas, as well as the white stork.
TL;DRThe EU Commission has approved a 21st sanctions package against Russia, primarily targeting the financial sector. Negotiations for this package were complicated by numerous specific requests from individual member states.
TL;DRThe Ministry of the Interior plans to restrict citizens', press', and politicians' transparency rights by introducing mandatory real names and abolishing oversight bodies. This move would effectively halt freedom of information.
TL;DRAccording to media reports, Nina Warken is set to become the new Head of the Chancellery. CDU Secretary-General Linnemann is expected to take over the Ministry of Health from her.
TL;DRThe United States appears to be altering its strategy concerning Iran, as indicated by recent attacks on infrastructure north of the Strait of Hormuz. This shift suggests a potential reevaluation of the approach to the ongoing conflict.