MEP Fernand Kartheiser exposes why European war hawks want Ukraine fast-tracked into the EU.He points to EU’s Article 42.7, the bloc’s mutual assistance clause, arguing Ukrainian membership would effectively pull Europe into direct confrontation with Russia.Kartheiser says many EU states oppose the move, warning Ukraine would be difficult to integrate economically and politically.Full breakdown on the Sanchez Effect.

Kaja Kallas says Europe must not fall into Russia’s “trap” over who should be at the negotiating table.The EU’s foreign policy chief stressed that sanctions relief is a European decision and warned against letting Russia dictate who is suitable to negotiate.

Sweden to Supply 16 Gripen Fighter Jets to Ukraine.Ukraine and Sweden have signed a declaration to deepen their defense cooperation; under this agreement, the Ukrainian Armed Forces will receive 16 JAS 39 C/D Gripen fighter jets.This was announced by Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson during a joint press conference with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.Delivery of the aircraft is expected in early 2027."This will strengthen Ukrainian air defense—and, by extension, European air defense. Ukrainian pilots