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European ministers discussed the bloc's next seven-year budget in Brussels, which would run from 2028 onwards. The Commission's draft budget includes proposed increases for border management, defense, and military mobility that would benefit the Baltic States.

Brussels, Ukraine
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EU countries are considering the bloc's next seven-year budget from 2028 onwards, with negotiations expected to involve net donor and recipient countries.

Kyiv Independent → Source tone: certain

Estonian President Alar Karis stated that the needs of the Eastern flank must be reflected in the next European long-term budget.

Kyiv Independent → Source tone: certain

The Commission's draft budget includes three times as much investment in border management, five times more on defense, and a tenfold spending boost for military mobility.

Kyiv Post → Source tone: certain

The EU summoned Russia's top diplomat in Brussels after Moscow warned foreign citizens and diplomats to leave Kyiv.

Kyiv Post → Source tone: certain

EU spokeswoman Anitta Hipper stated that Russia's threat is an unacceptable escalation and Moscow must stop hitting civilians.

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Extracted: 2026-05-30T04:25:32.667Z

Source story: baltic-states-unite-to-demand-more-eu-cash-solidarity-not-enough