EU Relations Under Strainactive

Until now, definitions of what constitutes rape under criminal law had varied significantly across the EU, ranging from "only yes means yes" to "only no means no."

China on Monday criticized European Union plans to shield key industries from Chinese competition, warning that it would take countermeasures if the measures are adopted. The EU's proposed "Made in Europe" rules would require companies seeking public funds in sectors including cars, green technology, and steel to meet local content thresholds.

It costs $10,000 to $20,000 to get someone's Signal chat history on the data black-market, depending on the target's seniority, a European intelligence source said.

Moldova is discussing with Ukraine what contribution it can make within the Coalition of the Willing despite its neutral status.

Against the backdrop of failures on the battlefield, Russia has resorted to massive strikes on infrastructure and information campaigns to create an illusion of strength and pressure Ukraine.

During a meeting with the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Ukraine will raise the issue of restoring control over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and strengthening diplomatic efforts to ensure the facility’s safety.

China has demanded that the European Union remove Chinese businesses and individuals from its latest sanctions list related to Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Ministry of Commerce in Beijing also warned the bloc that it would take whatever measures were necessary to protect the rights and interests of its citizens and companies. “[We should] find a way to resolve our respective concerns through dialogue and consultation,” the ministry said, adding that the consequences of not lifting the sanctions...

Ukraine and Moldova are deepening cooperation in security, infrastructure, and energy, while jointly advancing toward European Union membership. Both countries expect the opening of negotiation clusters in the near future.