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An Austrian court acquitted Johannes Peterlik, a former senior foreign ministry official, of leaking confidential documents related to the 2018 Novichok poisoning of Sergei Skripal. Prosecutors had accused him of abuse of authority and breach of confidentiality, but plan to appeal the verdict.
The Strait of Hormuz blockade poses a significant energy challenge for European governments, prompting urgent calls for demand reduction instead of blanket measures. National responses largely fail to meet the European Central Bank’s criteria, risking prolonged economic turmoil and ineffective financial aid.
EU ENERGY CRISIS
This morning, Europe prepares to address escalating energy challenges and potential impacts on supply chains and economies.
Key discussions centre on strategic responses.
The European Union has committed to sending hundreds of emergency power generators to Ukraine, as declared amid ongoing Russian attacks on the nation’s energy infrastructure, leaving civilians vulnerable to severe winter conditions.
The European Court of Auditors (ECA) report warns the EU risks failing to diversify its supply of critical raw materials crucial for energy transition by 2030, with ECA’s Keit Pentus-Rosimannus citing dangerous dependence on China for key minerals.
The German government, represented by a spokesperson from the Federal Foreign Office, has reiterated its opposition to reopening diplomatic channels with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid ongoing discussions among European leaders on negotiating an end to the war in Ukraine.
Sales of fully electric cars in the European Union surpassed petrol-only vehicle sales for the first time in December 2025, reported the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. The EU has implemented a 90% emissions reduction target by 2035, impacting market dynamics.
Polish officials have warned that Russia is not negotiating in good faith during ongoing peace talks with Ukraine, raising doubts about whether the discussions can deliver a meaningful breakthrough as fighting continues.
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