The war in the Middle East, anxiety about the commitment of the U.S., and divisions in Europe are worrying Kyiv that aid from the West may wane.
Tag: Borrell Fontelles, Josep
E.U. Foreign Ministers Hold Surprise Summit in Wartime Kyiv
Nearly all of the European Union’s top diplomats met in the Ukrainian capital, convening to reassert the bloc’s commitment against Russia’s invasion.
After Ousting Qin Gang, China Erases Him and Evades Questions
China blasted “malicious hype” around the abrupt removal of Qin Gang. The Foreign Ministry’s fumbling response pointed to its diminished influence under Xi Jinping.
Ukraine Needs Shells, and Arms Makers Want Money. Enter the E.U.
Ukraine is firing artillery shells faster than manufacturers can make them. Brussels is working on a plan to increase production by guaranteeing big advance purchases.
China Tries to Mend Europe Ties Without Distancing Itself From Russia
Beijing, in urgent need of reviving its economy, wants to mend ties with Europe but is struggling to create distance between itself and Moscow.
Crude Comments From Europe’s Top Diplomat Point to Bigger Problems
Josep Borrell Fontelles said Europe was “a garden,” and the world “a jungle,” triggering charges of neocolonialism and racism just as the E.U. tries to drum up support in the developing world.
Sabotaged Pipelines and a Mystery: Who Did It?
An attack on gas lines under the Baltic Sea exposes the vulnerability of an already jittery Europe. Some officials suggested Moscow was to blame, but with little evidence, others urge caution.
U.S. Bolsters Aid for Cambodia Amid Efforts to Ease Global Food Crisis
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken announced $25 million over five years to support an initiative that will work with farmers and others in the agriculture industry to get produce to more markets.
Ukraine Calls for Investigation Into Prison Explosion
Ukrainian authorities gathered evidence that they said showed Russia had orchestrated an explosion that killed at least 50 of their soldiers.
EU Calls Russia’s Blockade of Ukranian Grain a War Crime
The war is contributing to global food shortages and rising prices, and the United Nations warns of possible famine. Ukraine is usually a major grain exporter.