‘We are working to strengthen Ukraine, our cooperation and diplomatic prospects. We need peace. And we are doing everything to bring it closer,’ says Ukrainian president18 June 2026
New trade defense tools discussed in the face of record trade deficit reaching $417.4 billion in 2025, while Brussels aims to diversify supply chains, shield key sectors and mitigate risks instead of severing ties with Beijing18 June 2026
‘It is also incumbent on all the parties involved in this conflict to ensure that nothing is done to derail what appears to be a deal to end this conflict,’ says UN spokesperson17 June 2026