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China is 'a critical long-term strategic challenge', EU ministers say
EU foreign ministers issued a joint assessment of the risks posed by China, warning that Beijing threatens not only the bloc’s economy but also its security, while highlighting the shared ambition of China and Russia to assert regional dominance.
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Ukrainian parliament backs new wartime cabinet, amid scandal over defence minister dismissal
As thousands protested the dismissal of defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, lawmakers approved almost the entire new cabinet, making Sergii Koretskyi prime minister — a far less contentious step than the shake‑up at the defence ministry.
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Ukrainian strikes on Russia are ‘remarkable’: EU defence chief
In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews’ flagship morning news programme Europe Today, European Commissioner for Defence Andrius Kubilius spoke about Ukraine's battlefield gains, Europe's defence ambitions and how to interpret proclamations from the White House.
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Ukrainians hold rare wartime protest over defence minister’s dismissal
For the first time since last summer’s protests in support of their country's anti‑corruption watchdogs, Ukrainians have mobilised online over the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. A wave of social media posts quickly turned into calls to gather across Ukrainian cities on Thursday.
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MEP: German military law makes citizens 'think about contribution'
MEP Niclas Herbst (EPP, Germany) says the German government should not fuel "fear of war" while being "honest" about the current geopolitical situation. But he says there is a need for a "discussion about resilience in society".
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Middle East tensions rise as Europe deepens support for Ukraine
US strikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East as fears grow over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets. In Kyiv, the EU and Ukraine deepen defence cooperation with a new drone partnership, while Europe debates its role in supporting Ukraine’s war effort.
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Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine’s popular Defence Minister Fedorov
“It was a great honour to serve the Ukrainian people as defence minister," Fedorov said on Wednesday evening, confirming his dismissal amid Zelenskyy’s government reshuffle. While not a very public figure, Fedorov has been widely praised within the military and among civil society.
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Ukraine at a turning point as Europe steps up support
Ukraine is facing a political reset as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reshuffles his government amid intensified Russian attacks. The EU prepares fresh support for Kyiv as Ursula von der Leyen visits, while food security, Gibraltar’s post-Brexit future and Cyprus tensions remain in focus.
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Ukraine forces hit more than 100 Russian vessels in Azov in eight days
Russia is looking for a way to redirect ships from the Sea of Azov after Ukrainian forces struck more than 100 Russian vessels — including oil tankers and cargo ships — in less than two weeks, isolating Moscow-occupied Crimea even more.
