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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 2h

Péter Magyar confirms he will have his first bilateral meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy this Friday on the sidelines of the EU summit in Brussels. It comes after Ukraine approved a law on minority rights requested by Hungary.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 6h

The European Commission has disbursed an additional €2.86 billion to Ukraine under the €90 billion loan. The funding will go towards drones, air defence systems, missiles, radars, electronic warfare systems and ammunition.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 8h

On ICC: "The European Council requests the Commission to take all appropriate initiatives contributing to the protection of the Court and the mitigation of sanctions, specifically towards EU companies so that they can continue providing services to the Court."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 8h

On China: "The European Council (...) invites the Commission to continue to engage in results-oriented dialogues, to make effective use of the EU’s instruments, and to urgently enhance the EU toolbox with new instruments to better address these imbalances."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 8h

Latest draft ahead of EU summit: "The European Council regrets the United States’ decision to temporarily lift sanctions on Russian diesel."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10h

Zelenskyy says Russia again attacked Ukraine's energy systems despite Trump's announced ceasefire, leaving 600,000 people without power. "Russia has squandered the opportunity for de-escalation and has clearly chosen to continue its insane war of annihilation."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

How much has the EU paid for Russian fossil fuels since the start of the war? - Moscow says $320 billion - Trump says $250 billion - Brussels says $209 billion "The EU would have spent €475bn — an additional €278bn on Russian fossil fuels if REPowerEU hadn’t been launched," the Commission said.

euronews.com

EU paid $209bn on Russian energy, contradicts Moscow's $320bn claim

The European Commission pushed back against what appear to be inflated claims by Russia — and the United States — regarding the bloc’s spending on Russian energy since 2022. #EuropeNews

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Just to note: it's unclear what's happening. Ukraine's foreign minister has spoken about a new type of weapon, rather than a suspension of US intelligence.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

In a departure from tradition, Zelenskyy will take part in the EU summit on Friday rather than Thursday, as the first day will focus on economic topics, Euronews can confirm.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Troubling message from Zelenskyy after a new Russian attack on Kyiv: "Unfortunately, we received no early warning from our partners about this strike. Intelligence on Russian ballistic missile launches helps save lives, and this is one of the most critical issues."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Bulgaria summons Russian ambassador after new drone attack in the Black Sea. "We do not have clear and conclusive evidence to attribute responsibility to either side. However, as I have already stated, the logic suggests that the outcome benefits the Russian Federation," Radev says.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

New attack in the Black Sea: Two ships were hit by drones and one sank, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev says. The incident reportedly happened around 24 kilometres off Bulgaria’s coast.

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Breaking news. - Two ships hit by drones in Black Sea, one sank, Bulgaria's PM says

Rumen Radev gave no further information about where the ships came from or what cargo, if any, they were carrying. #EuropeNews

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

A striking line in this NYT story to understand the purpose of Russia's all-out escalation: "In September, for the first time in a century, not a single metric ton of steel was produced in Ukraine for one week."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Energy experts estimate the Trump-Putin diesel deal could send about $4 billion of American money into the Russian economy. But a halt to refinery strikes could be much more valuable for Moscow.

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Trump Gives Putin a Hand in Russia’s Economic War With Ukraine

President Trump is moving to buy Russian diesel while also pressuring Ukraine to halt attacks on refineries, a lifeblood of Moscow’s war machine.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Donald Tusk: “Anyone who, for any reason — treason, stupidity, or money — wants to weaken Ukraine in its defence against Russian aggression is clearly acting against their own nation, the security of their own state, and its sovereignty."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Finland’s Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen calls for a complete EU ban on visas for Russian tourists. “It is not right that Russians can travel to Europe to enjoy the way of life and freedoms here while their country bombs the homes of Ukrainians.”

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Foreign Minister Valtonen calls for complete EU ban on Russian tourist visas - Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen urges EU Member States to stop issuing tourist visas to Russian...

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Euronews @euronews.com · 12/10/2026

Europe is once again putting on a brave face after Donald Trump blindsided the continent by striking a tailored deal with Vladimir Putin to release thousands of tonnes of diesel that had until now been sanctioned. Read the full story here: l.euronews.com/lfrB

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Confirmed: Ukraine and Moldova will open two new accession clusters on Tuesday. - Cluster 2: Internal Market - Cluster 3: Competitiveness The ones still closed are the most politically sensitive: Cluster 4 (green, energy, transport) and Cluster 5 (agriculture, cohesion).

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Ukraine’s parliament has approved a law that strengthens protections of minority languages in schools and at cultural events. The law was key to lift Hungary’s veto and allow the formal opening of Clusters 2 and 3 of the accession process this week.

euronews.com

Ukraine passes minority rights law to end Hungary’s EU veto

Ukraine’s parliament passed a minority rights law, easing a years-long dispute with Hungary. Diplomats expect Budapest to approve two more EU accession clusters on Tuesday, and Prime Minister Péter Ma...

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Zelenskyy warns about the Black Sea blockade: "Everybody is talking about diesel, but they all forget about grain. Believe me, in 2 to 3 months, everybody will be talking about a crisis in agriculture because there will be food shortages for countries on the African continent."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

"There are different rationales behind this decision. If so, what? Why doesn't America then conclude a diesel deal with Ukraine? Ukraine? Let's propose a diesel deal with Ukraine. We are influencing whether these ships are moving. We define whether the refineries are working."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Zelenskyy says the diesel deal "is not right". "I don't think that the volumes that Russia is to offer, that it will have an influence on the market. What we've heard was 300 to 500,000 tonnes a month. Think of that. While the global consumption is 120 million a month."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Zelenskyy confirms he didn't know about the energy ceasefire: "We've learned that from the media as well, that the US president has secured an energy ceasefire. I thought perhaps their team reached out to the Russians. I think they are in constant contact in a certain format."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

On holding elections, Zelenskyy says "from a security standpoint, it's completely impossible", but he's ready to consider the option if a "full ceasefire" is established. "There are more than a million people (soldiers) who must vote. But how will they vote while being on the frontline?"

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

"An energy ceasefire and other steps to reduce escalation and guarantee security are truly needed here. In reality, not just on Truth Social. We need to end Russia's war. We need to guarantee security. We need to stand together. Europe and the United States."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

"We're waiting for the details of the conversation between the Americans and Russians." "We need American pressure on Russia, not sanctions relief, not concessions, but real pressure so that we can achieve at least what the American president posted about the energy ceasefire"

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Zelenskyy speaks at Warsaw conference: "This winter. If Russia does not agree to an energy ceasefire, we will respond." "We are ready to respect an energy ceasefire if Russia is ready to do the same. We agree. If they agree, and we have already shown that we mean it last night." 🧵 Key lines.

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Euronews @euronews.com · 12/10/2026

The Trump-Putin diesel deal has been badly received by EU foreign ministers, who say it undermines transatlantic unity at a time when Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukraine. Read more: l.euronews.com/VyXL

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

EU foreign ministers have decried the Trump-Putin diesel deal, insisting that sanctions on Russia will continue. Kaja Kallas: "Russia has started this war. We should not forget about this." My story this morning.

euronews.com

EU decries Trump-Putin diesel deal, insists sanctions will continue

EU foreign ministers have decried the Trump-Putin diesel deal and stressed that sanctions against Russia will continue regardless. #EuropeNews

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Amid reports that the Trump administration is threatening to cut off weapon sales if Ukraine doesn't stop hitting Russian refineries, a NATO official says: "Support to Ukraine through PURL continues to flow."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Basically, this confirms that Trump made the announcement on social media without speaking with Zelenskyy first.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Zelenskyy: "Ukraine supports the ceasefire, and it is important that Russia support it as well. We are awaiting details from the American side. For our part, Ukraine always FULLY supports steps toward de-escalation, the protection of lives, and the decisions needed to end the war."

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Zelenskyy: “With all respect to President Trump, it is up to our society, up to our people, to choose one or another leader.”

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Just in: Donald Trump says both Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an energy ceasefire “effective immediately”.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Confirmed: The Miami talks have concluded. Ukrainian negotiators are on their way back to Kyiv. The talks were initially scheduled for Friday and Saturday. The first day ran longer than expected after the news of the diesel deal.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Europeans need to decide whether its pledge to stand by Ukraine “as long as it takes” has an upper limit. If it doesn’t, they need to seriously step up on all fronts (military, financial, sanctions) to ensure Ukraine can stay in the fight — possibly until Trump leaves office.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Europeans are determined to prevent such disastrous scenario. But Russia’s brutal escalation is fast raising costs for Ukraine and European support could run dry as soon as next year. Far-right parties are polling high and borrowing cost are squeezing budgets. There are no easy solutions.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

For Europeans, the episode reaffirms the long-held belief the US talks are essentially designed to secure a deal at the expense of Ukraine by weakening the country’s defences, making human suffering intolerable and obtaining the surrender of the Donbas so that Putin signs up and Trump claims a win.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

The diesel deal comes amid speculation of other deals (including one about the Lukoil assets) that give Russia opportunities to make extra money, dent the impact of European sanctions and further escalate the war. All of that without making a single concession at the negotiating table.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Even if the material impact of the diesel deal is limited, it has tremendous implications for diplomacy: the US shows that it’s ready to strike deals with Russia while bombs rain down on Ukrainian cities. Until now, the US had said deals should come at the end of the war, not during.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Since Trump’s reelection, Russia has pushed to undercut the common Western front. It engaged in the US-led talks with the goal of securing sanctions relief, a no-go for Europeans. It failed until the Iran war sent prices soaring. Ahead of midterms, Trump panicked and caved in. First oil, now diesel.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

As the dust settles, it becomes evident the Trump-Putin deal will have a minimal impact on energy markets. Russia’s refinery production is badly damaged by Ukrainian strikes. The world burns 30 million diesel barrels per day. Russia can’t keep up. What truly matters is politics. 🧵

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Kaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Russian strikes killed over 80 Ukrainian civilians in two days. Moreover, it has stepped up its hybrid attacks against Europe, both EU Member States and NATO Allies. Suspending sanctions on Russian diesel provides Moscow with more revenues to wage war.

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

“And Europe does not wish to fuel Russia’s war against Ukraine. We continue to believe that a ceasefire which would protect global food supplies and energy infrastructure in Ukraine and Russia is needed.”

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

The European Commission reacts to the Trump-Putin diesel deal: “The EU is reducing its dependence on Russian fossil fuels and will resolutely continue to do so. Europe knows too well the hidden costs linked to over reliance on Russian hydrocarbons.”

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Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Right after Putin sealed his diesel deal with Trump, Russia dropped five glide bombs on Zaporizhzhia and killed at least 12 people. Zelenskyy: "Russia must feel its losses. Right now, it is our long-range capabilities that are ensuring this. And we will respond to Russian strikes."

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