The EU has commenced the first formal negotiation cluster for Ukraine and Moldova’s accession, marking progress towards detailed membership conditions and reforms.
Hungary’s Parliament approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime minister terms, barring Viktor Orban's return and marking a key political shift.
Germany faces a 4.3 million worker deficit by 2036 due to baby boomer retirements and reduced migration, according to the Institute of the German Economy.
Kosovo’s Self-Determination party, led by PM Albin Kurti, won 43% of votes in snap elections but still needs coalition partners to form a stable government amid ongoing political challenges.
Rosneft advisor Andrei Bezrukov forecasts a prolonged war for Russia lasting decades, urging economic and state reforms to integrate defense priorities amid recent drone attacks.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Madjar will meet with the European Commission to negotiate the release of billions in EU funds frozen under the previous government.
Tashkent's farmer markets mostly saw strong profit growth in 2025, led by Askiya market, while Qo‘yliq faced declines; automotive sector profits surged significantly.