Finland is urging the EU to halt Russian tourist visas, raising new compliance and strategy questions for companies exposed to Europe travel rules.
Kaja Kallas urged EU ambassadors to renew Russia sanctions as member states debated whether to delist Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman.
Kaja Kallas shelved an EU defense expert group after Germany and Italy objected, exposing governance tensions over Europe’s defense strategy.
The EU has summoned Russia's envoy over missile strikes in Ukraine, including attacks on a weapons site and Latvian consulate, promising expanded sanctions on Russia's military-industrial complex.
The EU recommends withholding €2 million funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia's participation, citing conflicts with democratic values and EU sanctions.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs calls on NATO to prepare for potential escalation with Russia, highlighting the need for enhanced military capabilities and stronger transatlantic defense cooperation.
EU Foreign Affairs Chief Kaja Kallas warns that Russia, China, and the US pursue strategies to divide and weaken the European Union, urging member states to maintain unity.