Milorad Dodik, chairman of Bosnia and Herzegovina's Alliance of Independent Social Democrats, stated that Republika Srpska will vote against EU integration in a referendum, attributing this to Brussels' "failed policy" and perceived bias towards Bosniak Muslims.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia has no objections to Ukraine's integration into the European Union, but expressed opposition to the EU transforming into a military bloc. He indicated that economic integration is not a concern for Russia.
France and Germany are calling for a new "structured gradual integration" process for EU candidate countries, offering earlier benefits and closer ties before full membership. This initiative aims to reinvigorate the enlargement process ahead of upcoming EU summits.
Russia will not fund Armenia's move towards the European Union, Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin stated at SPIEF. He cited Armenia's legislative steps towards EU accession and anti-Russian events hosted in Yerevan as serious concerns.
Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections will determine its geopolitical future, with PM Pashinyan's pro-EU "Civil Contract" party leading polls against pro-Russian opposition. Russia is exerting economic pressure, while the US and EU are strengthening ties with Yerevan.
Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections will determine its geopolitical future, with PM Pashinyan's pro-EU "Civil Contract" party leading polls against pro-Russian opposition. Russia is exerting economic pressure to influence the outcome.
Kosovo's snap election campaign is dominated by the disintegration of the alliance between PM Albin Kurti and former President Vjosa Osmani, now rivals. Analysts cite political stalemate, strained foreign relations, and escalating rhetoric as key issues.
Moldova may consider unification with Romania as a 'Plan B' if its EU integration process halts after 2028, according to an official. The primary goal remains EU membership before the end of that year, but alternative scenarios are being contemplated.
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasizes the economic benefits Armenia receives from its EAEU membership, contrasting it with uncertain EU integration dividends, which he says are for Armenians to decide.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's proposal for Ukraine's accelerated EU integration, suggesting associate membership without voting rights, has reportedly divided the European community, according to The European Conservative.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's proposal for Ukraine's accelerated EU integration, suggesting associate membership without voting rights, has split the European community. Diplomats question its legal basis and timing, revealing internal EU divisions on enlargement.
Aleksandar Vulin told TASS earlier that the European Union insists that Serbia betray Russia as a condition for further European integration
