- The European Commission is reassessing an EU summit due to political uncertainty in the UK, with António Costa participating in the discussions.
- The EU accession process is moving forward with Hungary overcoming a veto to allow negotiations, while the Commission discusses Moldova's reform pace and Ukraine's bid.
António Costa comments on the EU-UK relations reset, while Starmer's tenure is seen as influencing EU-Ukraine security and European cooperation.
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Updated Jun 22
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António Costa comments on the EU-UK relations reset, while Starmer's tenure is seen as influencing EU-Ukraine security and European cooperation.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Promoting closer UK-EU relationship and growth.Sub-event
Geopolitical fallout of UK leadership and Starmer's tenure on EU cooperation.1 source
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The EU accession process is moving forward with Hungary overcoming a veto to allow negotiations, while the Commission discusses Moldova's reform pace and Ukraine's bid.Also in this story
- António Costa led the European Council, visiting Sofia and discussing EU support for Bulgaria, Moldova, and Ukraine's future.
- Marta Kos is overseeing EU support for Moldova's path and driving EU enlargement in the Western Balkans region.
- The Council is making accession decisions regarding the EU, where Hungary has blocked unanimous backing for the process.
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Europe
terrestrial continent located in north-western Eurasia
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António Costa
Portuguese politician, President of the European Council since 2024 (1961-)
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Keir Starmer
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024
- Peter Mandelson has been appointed UK ambassador to the US, amid revelations of his past links to Jeffrey Epstein and pressure on Keir Starmer from cabinet members.
- Burnham has succeeded Starmer as Labour leader and PM, appointing Pat McFadden to run the DWP and John Healey to oversee policy implementation, including PIP threshold changes.
Related events
- Keir Starmer, the European Commission, and António Costa are discussing the details of a potential Brexit reset deal.
- Keir Starmer is focused on securing trade deals and strengthening ties with allies in Europe, including standing with Ukraine.
- The UK's approach to Europe is currently under scrutiny.
- Starmer warns Burnham about global affairs and links UK domestic policy to the Ukraine situation.