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Protests Russia Didn’t Organise? How Moscow Exploits Chaos in Europe
"My wife’s parents are Russian, and they think civil wars have broken out in France and Belgium," a Brussels resident tells LIGA.net. Videos of riots in France have attracted tens of millions of views. Russian propaganda has proclaimed the "total collapse of the West", while social media users have begun comparing the protests with Ukraine’s Maidan. But is Europe really on the brink of collapse, and who stands to benefit from making people believe it? LIGA.net takes a closer look.
"Five people turned down the post of ambassador to the US." Chalyi on Trump's threats and Bankova's mistakes.
Diplomat and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the USA (2015–2019) Valeriy Chalyi in an interview LIGA.netanalyzed the reasons for the distorted focus of attention surrounding the figure Donald Trump's, the risks of dragging Ukraine into another US impeachment and critical errors in building foreign policy ties.
What Ukraine Stands to Lose Amid the Election Fever in the U.S.
Donald Trump is stepping up pressure on Kyiv as the U.S. elections approach. His demands to halt long-range strikes on Russian oil refineries—citing diesel prices in the U.S.—present Ukraine with a harsh ultimatum. At stake are vital U.S. intelligence data needed to track ballistic missiles targeting Ukrainian cities and support for Starshield on the front lines.
One Step Closer to the EU. What Ukraine Must Battle for on the Road to Membership
Ukraine is moving closer to the European Union, but is the EU itself ready for Ukraine to join? Ukrainian farmers could become serious competitors for European producers, while Ukraine’s accession could affect how billions of euros in agricultural subsidies are distributed. Brussels is already discussing special conditions for certain Ukrainian products. LIGA.net examines how the EU plans to adapt its rules ahead of Ukraine’s future accession – and what this could mean for Kyiv.
Magyar said Hungary has "good reasons" not to join the Carpathian Eight – sources
Péter Magyar (Photo: Boglarka Bodnar / EPA) Hungarian prime minister Péter Magyar said his country had declined to join the "Carpathian Eight" (C8), a regional grouping launched by Ukraine several days ago. Sources in Hungary's media community who attended Magyar's speech in parliament told LIGA.net about this.
The European Union aims to ensure that its partnership with Canada is not limited to trade alone – European Commission
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the European Parliament (Photo: Ronald Wittek / EPA) The European Union wants to establish a new form of partnership with Canada that will not be limited to trade issues alone. This was stated in a comment LIGA.net European Commission spokesperson Guillaume Mercier provided the details.
Canada's Liaison Office with the European Parliament can be used to support Ukraine—a source says
Mark Carney, Roberta Metsola, and Ursula von der Leyen in Strasbourg, September 16, 2026 (Photo: EPA/RONALD WITTEK) Interparliamentary ties between Canada and the European Union can be leveraged to address issues related to Ukraine's defense. This was stated for text LIGA.net said a colleague in the European Parliament.
Canada is closer to the EU than ever before. What does this mean for Ukraine?
Canada could become the first country outside Europe to be granted "associated member" status in the EU. Brussels wants to forge closer ties with Ottawa in the defense industry, trade, energy, technology, and critical minerals—and create a new format for relations that did not exist before. For Ukraine, this is more than just a story about Canada.
"I need to go on some kind of business trip": A source revealed whether Kravchenko was supposed to attend the PACE session
Ruslan Kravchenko (Photo: OGP) Attorney General of Ukraine Ruslan Kravchenko should not have participated in the meeting of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) on September 16, where he supposedly went on a business trip. About this LIGA.net a source at the Council of Europe said. And the interviewee LIGA.net The Office of the Prosecutor General stated that it was unaware of the official's trip to France.
Poland Will Not Block Ukraine's EU Accession Clusters – Sikorski
Radosław Sikorski and Andriy Sybiga in Kyiv on September 13, 2026 (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs) Poland will not block the opening of negotiation chapters on Ukraine's accession to the European Union. This was stated by Poland's foreign minister Radosław Sikorski at a joint press briefing with the Ukrainian foreign minister By Andriy Sybiga, reports our correspondent LIGA.net.
European Commissioner Outlines Key Areas of Cooperation Between Ukraine and the EU in the Drone Alliance
Andrius Kubilius (Photo: Antonio Cotrim/EPA) Establishing joint ventures, scaling up production, overcoming supply chain challenges, and accelerating research – these are the main areas of cooperation between Ukraine and the European Union within the Drone Alliance. This was announced by the EU Commissioner for Defense and Space at a press conference dedicated to the launch of the initiative Andrius Kubilius, reports our correspondent LIGA.net.
18 countries have applied for SAFE loans; a second round of funding allocation is coming up — Kubilius
Andrius Kubilius (Photo: Olivier Hoslet / EPA) The SAFE (Security Action for Europe) European Defense Fund program, with a budget of 150 billion euros, is proceeding without delays. This was stated by the European Union Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius at a press conference marking the launch of the Ukraine-EU Drone Alliance, according to our correspondent LIGA.net. According to Kubilius, SAFE loans are primarily related to European defense, but they also cover Ukraine’s needs.
Incident involving Zelenskyy's plane in Moldova. European Commissioner Suggested There Was No Direct Attack
Andrius Kubilius (Photo: Olivier Hoslet / EPA) The incident involving the president's plane Volodymyr Zelenskyy The incident in Moldova was likely not a direct act of aggression by Russia against the aircraft, according to the European Union Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius. He made this statement at a press conference dedicated to the launch of the Ukraine-EU Drone Alliance, according to our correspondent LIGA.net.
"An exchange is possible." The EU has proposed an option for the rapid delivery of Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Andrius Kubilius (Photo: OLIVIER HOSLET / EPA) Ukraine and its partners are considering various options for expediting the delivery of interceptor missiles to Kyiv for use with the Patriot air defense systems. This was stated by Andrius Kubilius, European Commissioner for Defense and Space , at a press conference dedicated to the launch of the Ukraine-EU Drone Alliance, according to a correspondent from LIGA.net .
"Take them to the restaurant." How a Polish far-right politician derailed a hearing on Russia in the European Parliament
A hearing on Russia was disrupted in the European Parliament. Polish far-right MEP Grzegorz Braun insisted that the members first deal with an internal vote and only then hear from representatives of the Russian opposition. As a result, some members left the chamber, and the meeting had to be moved to another room. Brown has long been known for his anti-Ukrainian and pro-Russian stances and his high-profile provocations.
More than a hundred MEPs call for Ukraine to receive over €200 billion in Russian assets
European Parliament (Illustrative photo: RONALD WITTEK / EPA) Members of the European Parliament are urging the Council of the EU and the European Commission (EC) to urgently reopen discussions on using Russia's frozen assets to support Ukraine. This is stated in a letter seen by LIGA.net. The letter concerns more than €200 billion in frozen Russian sovereign assets.
US and Russia want to retain a monopoly over key decisions on settling the war, MEP says
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump during a summit in Alaska in August 2025 (Illustrative photo: EPA) The United States and Russia continue to seek to independently resolve the most important issues concerning the settlement of the war against Ukraine. To have more influence over this process, the European Union needs to change its position. This was stated to LIGA.net's article by Lithuanian member of the European Parliament Petras Auštrevičius.
Europeans have different views on the main threats. This could affect support for Ukraine, according to a study
A demonstration by Ukrainians in Berlin on May 8, 2026 (Photo: EPA / Clemens Bilan) It will be more difficult for the European Union to maintain broad support for aid to Ukraine if the governments of various countries are unable to explain to their citizens why Russia’s war poses a common threat to all of Europe.
The accession of new countries to the European Union could pave the way for changes to the bloc’s rules, says analyst Walsh
The EU Flag (Illustrative photo: Robert Ghement/EPA) The accession of new member states to the European Union—in particular, Ukraine and Moldova—could present an opportunity for the bloc to change the rules and limit the use of the veto. This was stated by Garvan Walsh, a research fellow at the Wilfrid Martens Center for European Studies in the United Kingdom, during an analytical discussion, according to our correspondent LIGA.net in Brussels.
Member of the European Parliament: E3's presence at the talks is the result of pressure from leaders
Meeting in Kyiv on September 6 (Photo: Office of the President) The presence of European representatives at the talks in Kyiv is not a voluntary move by the United States, but rather the result of pressure, according to Pekka Toveri, a member of the European Parliament, retired major general, and former chief of intelligence for the Finnish General Staff. He expressed this view expressed in a comment LIGA.net for analysis.
MEP: Witkoff and Kushner are ready to sell out Ukraine if they have good news for Trump
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner (Photo: LUDOVIC MARIN / EPA) The participation of representatives of European countries in negotiations with the United States on settling Russia's war is positive for Ukraine. This was stated to LIGA.net's article by Pekka Toveri, former head of Finnish military intelligence and retired major general, now a member of the European Parliament.
Trump has involved Europe in negotiations with Witkoff and Kushner regarding guarantees for Ukraine, says political analyst
Donald Trump after a speech in Washington on September 8, 2026 (Photo: EPA/ANNABELLE GORDON) US President Donald Trump allowed representatives of Great Britain, France, and Germany to join the negotiations held by his representatives Steve Witkoff's and Jared Kushner with Ukraine over the issue of security guarantees. This was stated in a comment for analysis LIGA.net said Roland Freudenstein, co-founder of the Brussels Freedom Hub.
Disrupting the US Scenario: How and Why Europe Intervened in Talks with Trump’s Envoys in Kyiv
First visit by special envoys Donald Trump's visit of Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff to Kyiv altered not only the trajectory of American diplomacy but also the format of negotiations regarding the future agreement. National security advisors from the UK, France, and Germany found themselves seated alongside the Ukrainian delegation. The arrival of representatives from the E3 nations disrupted the concept of bilateral diplomacy that Washington had spent months building with the Kremlin.
A CEPS analyst proposed a way for Ukraine to access frozen Russian assets
Euroclear (Photo: EPA) The Belgian depository Euroclear, which manages approximately 180 billion euros in Russian assets, can legally provide financial assistance to Ukraine without the need to enact new laws. According to this for a new analysis LIGA.net she said Judith Arnall, senior research fellow at the Brussels-based think tank CEPS.
Threat of Military Action: Scholar Explains Why Belgium Is Blocking Money Transfers from Russia to Ukraine
Bart De Wever (Photo: EPA / Olivier Matthys) Belgium’s stance on blocking the transfer of Russian assets to Ukraine—despite financial and legal guarantees from the European Commission—seems anomalous. Although Brussels officially attributes its intransigence to fears of Russian lawsuits, there may be other reasons. Nicolas Veron, a senior research fellow at the Bruegel think tank, discussed this in a comment for LIGA.net at regarding the article .
Euroclear's Hostages: Why Belgium Is Afraid to Touch Putin's Money
"This issue is not up for discussion; the door is closed. Our prime minister will stand his ground," said Belgian Defense Minister Theo Franken, blocking the idea of transferring Russian assets to Ukraine and advising other countries to be more cautious with their demands. Meanwhile, Sweden, the Netherlands, Spain, and Poland are calling on the European Commission to immediately resume work on a mechanism for seizing these funds.
New Rules and Bureaucratic Pitfalls: How Ukrainians Can Find a Job in the EU Today
According to an analytical report by a European portal Piktalent, citing EURES, Europe is facing a labor shortage. There is a shortage of specialists in 42 out of 50 major occupational fields. But despite millions of job openings, it is becoming more difficult for Ukrainians to find suitable work. Along with gradual changes in social benefit eligibility requirements, the requirements regarding language proficiency, documentation, and legal status are also increasing.
EU comments on financial aid to Ukraine: exact needs not yet known
Brussels (Illustrative photo: Depositphotos) The European Union has not yet received details of Ukraine's budgetary needs for 2027. A senior EU official disclosed this to journalists on condition of anonymity. The official was asked whether Ukraine might receive additional funds next year—beyond the €90 billion already approved—should the Ukrainian budget require it, and also whether this issue had been discussed within the EU. "At this point, I haven't yet seen clear figures in this regard.
"Society is holding the line—the government is ignoring it." Hlibovych on the main risk facing Ukraine
Ukraine is not only fighting for its territory and borders. At the same time, the very way in which the state, society, and global institutions operate is changing. Citizens are increasingly taking on responsibilities that should be handled by the state.
The European Union is ready to open all trade clusters with Ukraine; the European Commission has called on its members to "move forward"
Ursula von der Leyen (Photo: Sergey Dolzhenko/EPA) The European Commission noted Ukraine's progress toward accession to the European Union, but decisions on opening the four clusters must be made by the member states, which were urged to "move forward." The European Commission provided this response in answer to an inquiry LIGA.net.
Analyst Kierkegaard: Europe needs Ukrainians as workers. This could become a problem for Ukraine
Ukrainian refugees in Romania (Photo: EPA/ROBERT GHEMENT) European countries are increasingly integrating Ukrainians into their economies, which could reduce the number of people deciding to return to Ukraine after the war in the long run. This was stated by Jacob Funk Kirkegaard, a senior fellow at the Bruegel think tank. for analysis LIGA.netThe Ukrainian Armed Forces have successfully repelled Russian attacks near the settlements of Bilohorivka, Verkhniokamianske, and Spirne.
Analyst Slootjes Explains Why Support for Ukrainians in Europe Is Dwindling
The Flag of Ukraine (Illustrative photo: Miguel A. Lopes/EPA) There are several factors driving European Union member states to cut back on their support for Ukrainians, one of which is financial. This was noted in a comment LIGA.net for analysis said Yasmeen Slootjes, a senior analyst at the MPI Europe research institute.
Goodbye, "comfortable pause." How Europe is changing the rules for Ukrainians in the fall of 2026
Europe is gradually moving away from the model under which Ukrainians were provided with extensive social support as people who had fled the war. Nearly five years after the launch of the Temporary Protection Directive and amid rising government spending, EU countries are changing the rules.
European Commission responds to LIGA.net about the participation of occupied Crimea in a prestigious global competition
European Commission (Illustrative photo: Depositphotos) European Union restrictions on the import of goods from temporarily occupied Crimea and Sevastopol remain in force, while violations of sanctions must be investigated by the bloc’s member states. The European Commission gave this response to LIGA.net for its investigation into how a Belgian company profits from Crimean wines in violation of EU rules.
US analyst explains whether Ukraine is harmed by the absence of an ambassador in Washington
Presidents of Ukraine and the United States Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump during a meeting at the White House on July 28, 2026 (Photo: OP) The fact that Ukraine does not have a confirmed ambassador to the United States is a disadvantage, but it does not obstruct the work, Daniel Kochis, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute think tank, told LIGA.net. According to him, the Ukrainian Embassy has a team of specialists actively engaged in processes throughout Washington.
Congressional Candidate: Ukraine Needs an Ambassador to the U.S. with No Suggestion of a Corrupt Past
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump on July 28, 2026 (Photo: Office of the President) The future Ukrainian ambassador to the United States must have no history of corruption; must step outside the "comfort zone" of the usual lobbyists in Washington, and take a firm stance on restoring Ukraine’s territorial integrity within its 1991 borders. This was stated by Alexandra Zahvataev, a candidate for the U.S. Congress from Florida, in a comment on for an analysis at LIGA.net .
"It doesn't matter who the ambassador is." What's happening between Washington and Kyiv after Stefanyishyna
Following the resignation of the Ukrainian ambassador in Washington, Ukraine’s diplomatic mission in the U.S. remains without an official head. While discussions about potential candidates continue in Kyiv, the channels of communication and influence in Washington are shifting. We examined how the absence of an ambassador affects relations with Congress and arms deliveries, and who is currently setting the agenda on Ukraine in the Senate and the White House. LIGA.net.
"Hundreds of millions on self-promotion": Congressional candidate calls out ineffectiveness of US lobbyists
A representative of a civic organization near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, July 2, 2025 (Photo: EPA/WILL OLIVER) Alexandra Zakhvataev, a U.S. Congressional candidate from Florida, stated that lobbying structures in Washington are ineffective. In a comment... for analysis LIGA.net She said that hundreds of millions of dollars had been spent on self-promotion in recent years, rather than on concrete policy results.
The mayor of a Polish city said that politicians are stoking anti-Ukrainian sentiment
The Mayor of Sopot (Photo: The official's Instagram account) Anti-Ukrainian sentiment in Poland does not arise on its own; it is fueled by politicians who use aggressive rhetoric to boost their approval ratings, according to Magdalena Czarzinska-Jahim, the mayor of Sopot. She expressed this view in a comment LIGA.net for analysis.
Poland’s Sopot Against Xenophobia: How and Why This City Officially Stood Up for Ukrainians
"Fascism begins with silence. It is important for us not to remain silent and to take responsibility for what is happening on our streets," says... LIGA.net Magdalena Czarzyńska-Jachim, the Mayor of Sopot. This is how she explains why her city was the first in Poland to adopt an official resolution against rising anti-Ukrainian sentiment and hate speech.
In Poland, the right-wing populist PiS party did not prevent Sopot from speaking out against xenophobia. That is the center of liberalism there
Magdalena Czarzinska-Jahim (Photo: The politician's Facebook page) The Polish city of Sopot is one of the country’s centers of liberalism, which is why it was there that local authorities were the first to adopt a document opposing the oppression of Ukrainians, despite the reluctance of right-wing council members. This was reported is stated in the new text LIGA.net ...said Magdalena Czaryńska-Jahim, mayor of Sopot.
Russia is building a port in Turkey for the Akkuyu NPP with potential for military logistics – NATO expert
Satellite image: Google Maps Russia is building a restricted deep-water port in Turkey to service the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant, which could be used to receive Russian military and special cargoes. This was reported by... for analysis LIGA.net ...stated Arnold Dupuy, head of a research group at the NATO Science and Technology Organization (STO) and an expert at the New Eurasian Strategies Centre (NEST) think tank.
Russia’s Akkuyu NPP in Turkey will "cement" Moscow’s presence in the NATO country – Energy Ministry expert
Akkuyu NPP project (Photo: akkuyu.com) Russia's construction of the Akkuyu nuclear power plant in Turkey is a way to cement the Russian Federation's long-term presence in a NATO member state. Writing on this for... analysis LIGA.net stated Mykola Voitiv, a representative of the Reform Support Team at the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine. Voitiv urged against reducing the risks solely to potential espionage.
The Foreign Ministry has confirmed the detention of CEO Club Ukraine Director Dmytro Karchuk in Poland
762107988_1228628809389100_6543775938687732982_n The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the detention of CEO Club Ukraine Director Dmytro Karchuk in the Polish city of Przemyśl and stated that Ukrainian consuls are seeking access to him. The Foreign Ministry's press service reported this to journalists.
Ukraine is preparing an action plan in response to the promotion of Crimean wines at a European competition
A woman tastes wine at a food festival (Illustrative photo: EPA/ANTONIO BAT) Ukraine plans to initiate an inspection of the Belgian company Vinopres SA, which organizes the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles international wine competition, following the awarding of prizes to wines from temporarily occupied Crimea at the event. This was reported to... investigation LIGA.net informed sources reported.
"Gold" for the occupiers: How Belgian business profits from Crimean wines
While the import of wine from occupied Crimea into the European Union is banned under sanctions, products from Crimean producers are winning prestigious European awards. An investigation.LIGA.net ...showed that the Belgian company Vinopres SA—organizer of the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles—accepted entries from sanctioned enterprises, awarded them medals, and enabled them to use those medals for commercial promotion.
Trump changed his attitude toward Ukraine due to successes in drone use – American analyst
Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and J.D. Vance during an argument in the Oval Office of the White House on February 28, 2025 (Photo: EPA/JIM LO SCALZO) US President Donald Trump ...changed its attitude toward Ukraine not only for political reasons but also due to an interest in Ukrainian military technologies, primarily drones. This was stated to... analysis LIGA.netBill Cole, founder of the American conservative institute Peace Through Strength.
Former Congressional Consultant: Blogger Laura Loomer Proved More Effective Than Any Ambassador
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and blogger Laura Lumer (Screenshot from Lumer's video on X) In its relations with the United States of America, Ukraine has focused on exerting direct influence on President Donald Trump. In particular, Kyiv used the visit of American blogger Laura Loomer for this purpose. In a comment on LIGA.net, lawyer and former congressional consultant Stephen Moore.
In his relations with Ukraine, Trump is beginning to rely on a "three-pillar plan," according to an American analyst
Meeting between Presidents Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump on July 28, 2026 (Photo: Office of the President) In Ukraine’s relations with the United States, a “three-pillar plan” is currently being implemented, which was developed with the participation of Senator Lindsey Graham. Bill Cole. , founder of the American conservative think tank Peace Through Strength,, spoke about this in a comment to LIGA.net.
Graham's Will, Lumer's Visit, and Ukrainian Technology: How the Meeting Between Zelenskyy and Trump Went
On July 28, the president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his American colleague Donald Trump They met again at the White House. This time, the talks proceeded without any public tension. The parties discussed licenses for the production of Patriot missiles, while at the same time, a bill imposing new sanctions on Russian oil moved forward in Congress.
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