Editorial director: Nicola Frau On March 12, the European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen recommended to the Council of the European Union to open negotiations for the accession of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the EU. Besides Bosnia and Herzegovina, there are currently eight countries recognised as “candidates”: Albania, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 4 minutes Just a few decades ago, the European Union’s enlargement agenda was viewed as a symbol of unity and stabilisation on the whole European continent. Nowadays, the EU enlargement process faces different and complex challenges: one of them is related to energy, which represents a recurring topic during the […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 4 minutes As the conflict in Ukraine persists, a significant number of Ukrainians have sought refuge in the European Union, fleeing the turmoil and seeking safety and opportunities. Recognizing the importance of supporting these individuals, the EU has implemented various measures to facilitate their integration, particularly in terms of access […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes The EU Parliament has created a dedicated website, https://ukraine.europarl.europa.eu/en/home, where visitors can discover how the EU has supported Ukraine, including its current struggle against Russia. The 26 February 2024 Newsletter has described the EU funding programmes supporting Ukraine. This article describes another instrument developed by the EU Parliament as […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 2 minutes It is just impossible not to talk about energy when it comes to the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and its effect on EU-Ukraine relations. After the COVID pandemic, European leaders faced a really hard time due to another gigantic challenge: how to cope with supporting […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 5 minutes As Ukraine perseveres through the third year of conflict with Russia’s aggression, the European Union continues to stand by its side, offering unwavering support across various fronts. From political solidarity to financial aid, humanitarian assistance to military cooperation, the EU remains committed to bolstering Ukraine’s resilience and fostering […]
Editorial by: Nicola Frau At dawn on February 24, 2022, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin announced the start of a ‘special military operation’ in eastern Ukraine, aimed at ensuring the safety of Russian citizens. He threatened countries intervening with consequences never seen before. Immediately, air and missile attacks began across Ukraine. Putin was confident of capturing […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 2 minutes A recent survey by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) showed that a majority of European citizens share a pessimistic view over the conflict in Ukraine and do not believe that Kiev is going to obtain a victory on the field in the conflict against the invading […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 3 minutes Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, the EU and its international partners have taken a clear position, condemning Putin’s aggression. The EU has shown solidarity with many practical actions, among which we can stress the support to Ukraine through EU funding. In February 2022, the European Commission tabled a […]
Estimated time of reading: ~ 4 minutes The death of Alexei Navalny in prison has sent shockwaves through the international community, profoundly impacting the already strained economic relations between the European Union and Russia. Navalny’s demise has become a focal point for increased scrutiny of Russia’s actions, with both the EU and the United States contemplating significant […]
