Zelensky to meet Macron, Merz and Starmer for strategic talks as Russia faces setbacks

The office of French President Emmanuel Macron said leaders of France, Germany and Britain will meet with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in London on Sunday to discuss next steps as Russia comes under military and economic pressure.

Le Monde
European Prize for Women Innovators 2026 celebrates visionary women 🇪🇺
Today, the European Commission revealed the winners of the 12th edition of the European Prize for Women Innovators at the European Innovation Council (EIC) Summit in Brussels. The award honours the groundbreaking contributions of women entrepreneurs whose innovations are driving progress and strengthening Europe's competitive edge in the global economy.
RAPID/IP/26/1258, 04.06.2026
https://www.guiafc.es/en/el-premio-europeo-a-las-mujeres-innovadoras-2026-rinde-homenaje-a-mujeres-visionarias/
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Celebrating wins for nature, clean environment and the climate at the 2026 LIFE Awards 🇪🇺
This year’s LIFE Awards recognised exceptional projects which protect and restore nature and biodiversity, promote circular economy and sustainable resource use, and make a significant contribution to tackling and adapting to the climate change.
https://cinea.ec.europa.eu/news-events/news/celebrating-wins-nature-clean-environment-and-climate-2026-life-awards-2026-06-03_en
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EU invests in ocean monitoring as US cuts funding #:eu_flag: vs :us_flag: #EUNews

https://apnews.com/article/eu-ocean-monitoring-322dd6b8994b93d0e893f9d5c1b7e958

EU invests in ocean monitoring as US cuts funding

The EU is expanding its ocean monitoring network with underwater drones and satellites as climate change intensifies heat waves and storms. Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, says 92 million euros will fund this effort. Oceans are vital ecosystems covering about 70% of planet Earth, hosting complex webs of life that generate oxygen and absorb greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide. The EU aims to lead global ocean research and protection. Funds will support oceanic technology incubators and the United Nations' Global Ocean Observing System. By 2035, the EU hopes to cover 35% of Earth's maritime monitoring network.

AP News
Europe Is Slowly Getting Ready to Ditch America

Trump’s bad bargains have shaken a complacent continent.

Foreign Policy

US plans cuts to Nato’s rapid response force #:eu_flag: vs :us_flag: #EUNews

https://www.ft.com/content/a2174b1c-1231-41b6-a064-e7ba89ce388c?syn-25a6b1a6=1

Hungary to Back Year-Long Extension of EU Sanctions on Russia #:eu_flag: vs :ru_flag: #EUNews

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-06-04/hungary-to-back-year-long-extension-of-eu-sanctions-on-russia

The EU will look for ways to make it quicker for the Western Balkan countries to join the bloc #EU Enlargement :eu_round: #EUNews

https://apnews.com/article/serbia-eu-summit-western-balkans-montenegro-costa-030ac7c6bf4d5e3fd18725d53b501086

EU summit to explore faster membership for Western Balkans

The European Union is exploring ways to speed up the membership process for six Western Balkan countries. European Council President Antonio Costa announced this on Thursday. Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Montenegro have been seeking EU membership for years. The EU wants to encourage reforms in these nations, concerned about Russia and China's influence. Costa emphasized the need to boost trust and avoid frustration over slow progress. A summit on Friday in Montenegro will gather European leaders and officials from these candidate countries to discuss improving the process. Montenegro and Albania are currently leading the way.

AP News
Dutch plant for combat-zone robots offers fresh supply pipeline for Ukraine

The facility has already produced its first THeMIS vehicle for the Dutch government, part of a run of more than 100 such robots pledged by the Netherlands.

Defense News
Sperm quality in Swiss recruits remains stable

Contrary to the global trend, the sperm quality of young Swiss men has remained stable over the last two decades, a new study shows.

www.swissinfo.ch