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What deal did the EU and Zelenskyy make?

Asked 6 days ago

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The EU and Zelenskyy agreed on new sanctions against Russia, financial support for Ukraine through 2027, and discussed using frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. The EU is also advancing a defense roadmap to strengthen military capabilities by 2030.

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Zelenskyy meets EU as new sanctions on Russia advance

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  • EU approves 19th package of sanctions on Russia after Slovakia lifts veto. 16s
  • Sanctions target Russia's shadow fleet, banking, and energy sectors. 29s
  • EU leaders discuss securing Ukraine's financial and military needs for 2026 and 2027. 42s
  • Debate continues over using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, with legal concerns raised. 1m 33s
  • EU finalizes defense roadmap to strengthen military capabilities and reduce reliance on U.S. protection. 2m 15s
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Zelenskyy meets EU as new sanctions on Russia advance
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Al Jazeera
6 days ago
Zelenskyy meets EU as new sanctions on Russia advance

The EU approved its 19th package of sanctions on Russia and decided to ensure Ukraine's financial needs for 2026 and 2027, including military equipment.

Zelenskyy meets EU as new sanctions on Russia advance
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Al Jazeera
6 days ago
Zelenskyy meets EU as new sanctions on Russia advance

Zelenskyy requested to use frozen Russian assets to buy weapons for Ukraine, a move under discussion among EU leaders.

Zelenskyy meets EU as new sanctions on Russia advance
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Al Jazeera
6 days ago
Zelenskyy meets EU as new sanctions on Russia advance

The EU is finalizing a defense roadmap to strengthen military capabilities by 2030, aiming to reduce reliance on U.S. protection.

Ukraine loan, climate goals and Chinese curbs to dominate EU summit
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Euronews
8 days ago
Ukraine loan, climate goals and Chinese curbs to dominate EU summit

EU leaders discussed using frozen Russian assets to provide loans to Ukraine as part of ongoing financial support.

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