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Serbia's Vučić caught on hot mic: 'I received a message from Moscow'

Vučić's opaque comment comes amid continuing multilateral negotiations to end Russia's invasion and shore up Ukraine's resistance.

Netherlands

Putin warrant won't disappear if Ukraine peace talks succeed, ICC says

The Kremlin has repeatedly said that it doesn't recognise the jurisdiction of the court and considers the warrant null and void.

Brussels, My Love?

Can the EU turn this week's corruption scandal into a good news story?

A Christmas crib causing controversy, police raids in the College of Europe and pseudo peace talks on the future of Ukraine: catch up on the week in EU politics on “Brussels, my love?”

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Putin calendars return to Russian stores

Russia’s annual Vladimir Putin calendars are back on sale, notably without any photos referencing the “special military operation” in Ukraine.

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United Kingdom

Putin 'morally responsible' for UK Novichok death, inquiry finds

Dawn Sturgess died after coming into contact with the Novichok nerve agent which was stored in a perfume bottle in an assassination attempt on double agent Sergei Skripal in Salisbury.

The Ring

Putin threatens Europe with war if it wants one - MEPs react

"If you project power, Russia is not going to attack you" - MEPs Cristian Terheș (ECR) and Cynthia Ní Mhurchú (Renew Europe) discuss the security of Europe on The Ring.

Europe News

Europe must up pressure on Russia, ministers say after Moscow talks

US-Russia talks to end the war in Ukraine ended with no breakthrough on Tuesday – but Vladimir Putin warned that he's ready for a war with Europe. The continent's NATO members say they want to increase pressure on the Kremlin, but they can't seem to agree how.

Russia

No breakthrough on Ukraine after Witkoff-Putin talks in Moscow

The talks between US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russia’s president Vladimir Putin did not result in progress, with Moscow showing no sign of willingness to put an end to its war against Ukraine.

Europe News

Orbán's visit to Putin 'a hostile act' for Europe

Viktor Orbán says he has secured guarantees for long-term energy supplies from Russia during his meeting with Vladimir Putin as he bucks the European consensus on the invasion of Ukraine.

Europe News

EU must move forward on frozen assets, ambassador to Kyiv says

EU ambassador to Ukraine Katarína Mathernová calls on the European Union to find an agreement to use the Russian frozen assets to finance Ukraine's war effort. In a strongly worded letter sent overnight, Belgian PM De Wever pushed back against the plan citing "unequivocal risks" for his country.

Europe Today

Europe Today: Ukraine, Orbán to meet Putin, Europol and Black Friday

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we get you up to speed on the biggest news taking place across the continent.

Europe News

Putin and Orbán to meet to discuss energy ties and war in Ukraine

The Hungarian prime minister is one of the few European leaders to have maintained ties with the Russian president, and their meeting comes at a tense diplomatic moment in the international effort to end the war in Ukraine.

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Putin plays komuz during state visit in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, Vladimir Putin tried the komuz, a traditional Kyrgyz lute, during a short cultural stop on his state visit. Agreements on trade, education, migration, and security were also signed.

Ukraine

Trump sends envoys to Russia and Ukraine for further talks

US President Trump is sending Special Envoy Witkoff to meet with Putin and Army Secretary Driscoll to meet with Ukrainian officials to fine-tune the plan to end the war in Ukraine.

Europe News

Hungary's Orbán looks to meet Putin in Moscow amid Ukraine deal talks

Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, according to media reports. Orbán has urged the EU to support the US-led plan and engage in direct talks with Russia.

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Russian drone strikes on Kharkiv kill four and injure dozens

Ukraine’s city of Kharkiv was hit by Russian drone strikes, killing four people, injuring thirteen and damaging homes, power lines and local infrastructure.

Russia

Zelenskyy faces tough choice as Putin welcomes US-Russia peace plan

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine faces a pivotal choice between standing up for its sovereign rights and preserving the US support it needs, as leaders discuss the deal which is seen as favouring Russia.

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Russian drone strikes hit Zaporizhzhia, killing at least 5 people

Ukraine reports five deaths after a Russian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia, as officials work to contain fires and assess damage.

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Putin welcomed by dancing robot, announces plan to build 38 new nuclear power units

Russian President Vladimir Putin was welcomed by a dancing robot as he arrived at an artificial intelligence conference in Moscow on Wednesday.

Economy

Trump is open to sanctioning countries doing business with Russia

US lawmakers are drafting a bill that would sanction countries purchasing Russian oil and gas, aiming to choke off Moscow’s primary revenue stream as peace negotiations remain stalled.

Vladimir Putin, Russia’s president since 2000 (with a break as prime minister from 2008 to 2012), has shaped the country’s politics and global influence. From the war in Ukraine to political repression, stay informed on his policies and their impact.