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Putin seizes five European firms in ongoing hostile asset crackdown
The decree covers a flooring manufacturer, a paper packaging firm, a hygiene products maker, and two metal- and plastic-packaging companies, all of which continued operating in Russia after the all-out invasion of Ukraine in early 2022.
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Ukraine unveils flying ambulance drone that could save lives in minutes
A Ukrainian company has demonstrated an unusual new battlefield rescue system: a drone capable of carrying a wounded soldier inside an enclosed cabin. Developed by SkyFall, the aircraft, named StarGate, was filmed taking off, flying and landing with a person on board.
Europe Today
Zelenskyy turns to Brussels as US support falters
Good morning from Brussels, where Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will very shortly join the EU’s 27 leaders for talks, as he aims to put Ukraine’s financing and military needs firmly at the top of their priority list. I’m Mared Gwyn. Let’s dive in.
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Ukraine pushes for European alternatives to US air defences, Starlink
As tensions between Kyiv and Washington deepen Ukraine is looking to Europe to help secure its long-term defence and technological independence. A senior Ukrainian presidential official told Euronews that concrete plans are already taking shape.
Europe
Inconclusive sparring at EU summit puts budget timeline into question
EU leaders stuck to their red lines on the next long-term budget at Thursday's summit, with several now rejecting the presumed December deadline. Council President António Costa is now expected to take over the negotiations, with a new compromise due in a few weeks.