Christophe Kopp
@chkopp.bsky.social
French, ex GP and medical editor. Daily roundup of information about Ukraine and Russia based mostly on Ukrainian, Baltic, Nordic, Eastern European, Balkans open sources.
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Emmanuel Macron lists the 3 factors besetting the EU economy:
- End of Russia as an energy provider
- End of China as the main export market
- US tariffs and economic coercion
"This is the game changer," he says. "This is not a temporary shock. This is clearly a structural turning point."
- End of Russia as an energy provider
- End of China as the main export market
- US tariffs and economic coercion
"This is the game changer," he says. "This is not a temporary shock. This is clearly a structural turning point."
February 11, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Emmanuel Macron lists the 3 factors besetting the EU economy:
- End of Russia as an energy provider
- End of China as the main export market
- US tariffs and economic coercion
"This is the game changer," he says. "This is not a temporary shock. This is clearly a structural turning point."
- End of Russia as an energy provider
- End of China as the main export market
- US tariffs and economic coercion
"This is the game changer," he says. "This is not a temporary shock. This is clearly a structural turning point."
"France-based TotalEnergies also has an important economic relationship with Yamal — so much that the first Arc7 tanker was named by Putin after the company’s former CEO, Christophe de Margerie. Today, TotalEnergies has a 20% stake in the operation." www.theparliamentmagazine.eu/news/article...
Europe’s Russian LNG ban has a shipping loophole
Specialized LNG tankers that cut through meters of Arctic ice are keeping Russia’s gas exports afloat. With an EU ban looming, there's still no pla...
www.theparliamentmagazine.eu
February 11, 2026 at 3:51 PM
"France-based TotalEnergies also has an important economic relationship with Yamal — so much that the first Arc7 tanker was named by Putin after the company’s former CEO, Christophe de Margerie. Today, TotalEnergies has a 20% stake in the operation." www.theparliamentmagazine.eu/news/article...
"The EU countries hosting the largest numbers of people under temporary protection were Germany (1,250,620 people; 28.7% of the EU total), Poland (969,240; 22.3%), and the Czech Republic (393,055; 9.0%)." odessa-journal.com/eu-hosts-435...
4.35 Million Ukrainians Under Temporary Protection in EU - Oj
As of Dec 31, 2025, 4.35M Ukrainians held temporary protection in the EU, up 0.6%. Germany, Poland and Czech Republic host the largest shares.
odessa-journal.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:50 AM
"The EU countries hosting the largest numbers of people under temporary protection were Germany (1,250,620 people; 28.7% of the EU total), Poland (969,240; 22.3%), and the Czech Republic (393,055; 9.0%)." odessa-journal.com/eu-hosts-435...
"Azov soldiers delivered lectures on:
artillery unit operations in offensive and defensive actions,
the formation and function of support battalions,
countering different types of UAVs,
effective engineering unit operations on the modern battlefield" euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/f...
artillery unit operations in offensive and defensive actions,
the formation and function of support battalions,
countering different types of UAVs,
effective engineering unit operations on the modern battlefield" euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/f...
For first time, NATO ally built its entire military exercises around Ukrainian Azov Brigade lessons - Euromaidan Press
Latvia changed its exercise format for the first time. The reason: Ukraine's combat experience can't be simulated.
euromaidanpress.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:47 AM
"Azov soldiers delivered lectures on:
artillery unit operations in offensive and defensive actions,
the formation and function of support battalions,
countering different types of UAVs,
effective engineering unit operations on the modern battlefield" euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/f...
artillery unit operations in offensive and defensive actions,
the formation and function of support battalions,
countering different types of UAVs,
effective engineering unit operations on the modern battlefield" euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/f...
"Spain has delivered the Lanza LTR-25 tactical early-warning radar to Ukraine. This is a high-tech system that has long been withheld even by the US," euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/u...
US long withheld this €37 million radar. Spain just delivered it to Ukraine - Euromaidan Press
Spain delivers NATO-tested, eastern flank-deployed radar to Ukraine.
euromaidanpress.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:45 AM
"Spain has delivered the Lanza LTR-25 tactical early-warning radar to Ukraine. This is a high-tech system that has long been withheld even by the US," euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/u...
"As the West tightens sanctions and vital hydrocarbon revenues face further pressure, the Kremlin has little choice but to further entrench its reliance on China." kyivindependent.com/russias-ques...
The hidden cost of Putin’s war: A more dependent Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has increasingly characterized his all-out war against Ukraine as a struggle for "sovereignty," yet what limited territorial gains Russia has achieved since 2022 pale ...
kyivindependent.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:44 AM
"As the West tightens sanctions and vital hydrocarbon revenues face further pressure, the Kremlin has little choice but to further entrench its reliance on China." kyivindependent.com/russias-ques...
"The refinery is operated by Russian oil giant Lukoil and was struck by drones for the first time this year, Telegram channel Exilenova+ reported." kyivindependent.com/ukrainian-dr...
Ukrainian drones reportedly strike Russia's Volgograd oil refinery
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Volgograd oil refinery overnight Feb. 11, setting the site ablaze, local media reported.
kyivindependent.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:43 AM
"The refinery is operated by Russian oil giant Lukoil and was struck by drones for the first time this year, Telegram channel Exilenova+ reported." kyivindependent.com/ukrainian-dr...
"approximately 120 Russia-trading tankers over 180 meters in length broadcasting flags from 19 fraudulent registries, including Botswana, Guyana, Guinea, and Madagascar. These vessels are part of the more than 650 tankers sanctioned for evading Russia-related measures
February 11, 2026 at 7:53 AM
"approximately 120 Russia-trading tankers over 180 meters in length broadcasting flags from 19 fraudulent registries, including Botswana, Guyana, Guinea, and Madagascar. These vessels are part of the more than 650 tankers sanctioned for evading Russia-related measures
"the priority is to move the account out of Belgium. At a time when the EU faces bullies to its east and west, that will show it means business." www.reuters.com/commentary/b...
Breakingviews - EU can gain by moving Russia’s frozen funds
The bloc balked at using $250 bln of central bank assets to help Ukraine after Moscow threatened Belgium, where most of the cash is parked. But if the EU shifts the account to a new custodian, it will...
www.reuters.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:48 AM
"the priority is to move the account out of Belgium. At a time when the EU faces bullies to its east and west, that will show it means business." www.reuters.com/commentary/b...
"We are moving from supplies to joint production and long-term solutions that systematically strengthen our defence,” www.theguardian.com/world/2026/f...
Ukraine war briefing: France to start making weapons with Kyiv
Ukraine says deal paves way for ‘large-scale joint projects’ while separately Kyiv opens exports of its locally made weaponry. What we know on day 1,448
www.theguardian.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:46 AM
"We are moving from supplies to joint production and long-term solutions that systematically strengthen our defence,” www.theguardian.com/world/2026/f...
"Russia is exporting an illiberal governance model to the Western Balkans, using extremist movements, Orthodox religious networks, and sympathetic political elites to weave Kremlin-aligned narratives into elections, legislation, and public discourse." jamestown.org/moscow-lever...
Moscow Leverages Extremism in the Balkans - Jamestown
Executive Summary: In mid-January 2026, analysts reported a surge of Russian-linked far-right propaganda circulating on Telegram in Serbia (Radio Slobodna Evropa, January 13). Scores of interconnected...
jamestown.org
February 11, 2026 at 7:44 AM
"Russia is exporting an illiberal governance model to the Western Balkans, using extremist movements, Orthodox religious networks, and sympathetic political elites to weave Kremlin-aligned narratives into elections, legislation, and public discourse." jamestown.org/moscow-lever...
"Data compiled by the Danish Maritime Authority show that tankers suspected of transporting sanctioned Russian oil sailed through Danish straits hundreds of times last year, despite expanded European Union sanctions targeting Moscow’s energy exports." www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/de...
Denmark logs 292 passages by alleged Russia-linked 'shadow fleet' vessels in 2025
Data show frequent transit despite EU measures targeting Russian oil
- Anadolu Ajansı
www.aa.com.tr
February 11, 2026 at 7:39 AM
"Data compiled by the Danish Maritime Authority show that tankers suspected of transporting sanctioned Russian oil sailed through Danish straits hundreds of times last year, despite expanded European Union sanctions targeting Moscow’s energy exports." www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/de...
"Belarus, according to the VDD, acts as a supporting element of Russian intelligence. Its territory and technical assets are used for electronic intelligence against the Baltic states.
February 11, 2026 at 7:32 AM
"Belarus, according to the VDD, acts as a supporting element of Russian intelligence. Its territory and technical assets are used for electronic intelligence against the Baltic states.
"The number of British troops in Norway will double over the next three years as part of efforts to combat Russian threats in the High North." www.bbc.com/news/article...
UK doubles troops in Norway to counter Russian 'threat to Arctic'
Defence Secretary John Healey says British personnel in Norway will rise from 1,000 to 2,000 over three years.
www.bbc.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:27 AM
"The number of British troops in Norway will double over the next three years as part of efforts to combat Russian threats in the High North." www.bbc.com/news/article...
"We see that Russia is setting long-term operational objectives in its war against Ukraine. This confirms that the recent uptick in peace-talk rhetoric is merely a tactic to buy time.
February 11, 2026 at 7:26 AM
"We see that Russia is setting long-term operational objectives in its war against Ukraine. This confirms that the recent uptick in peace-talk rhetoric is merely a tactic to buy time.
Reposted by Christophe Kopp
Zelensky is flipping the pressure back onto Trump’s team, cleverly, and more importantly, onto Putin. With the Kremlin now sniping at Trump and Lavrov’s tone shifting, it feels like Putin’s bluff is being called and his wiggle room is shrinking.
February 11, 2026 at 6:18 AM
Zelensky is flipping the pressure back onto Trump’s team, cleverly, and more importantly, onto Putin. With the Kremlin now sniping at Trump and Lavrov’s tone shifting, it feels like Putin’s bluff is being called and his wiggle room is shrinking.
Reposted by Christophe Kopp
Hollywood and film festivals are whitewashing Russian war crimes.
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February 10, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Hollywood and film festivals are whitewashing Russian war crimes.
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"There is nothing to wash with, nothing to keep warm with"
#Kyiv residents face long blackouts, no heating or water, and sub-zero temperatures. We collected five stories of how families cope with it and what life hacks they use ⬇️
texty.org.ua/articles/116...
#Kyiv residents face long blackouts, no heating or water, and sub-zero temperatures. We collected five stories of how families cope with it and what life hacks they use ⬇️
texty.org.ua/articles/116...
How Kyiv residents adapt to life without electricity, heat, and water
In recent days, temperatures in Kyiv dropped to −20 degrees Celsius. Almost the entire city is experiencing constant power outages, …
texty.org.ua
February 10, 2026 at 6:05 PM
"There is nothing to wash with, nothing to keep warm with"
#Kyiv residents face long blackouts, no heating or water, and sub-zero temperatures. We collected five stories of how families cope with it and what life hacks they use ⬇️
texty.org.ua/articles/116...
#Kyiv residents face long blackouts, no heating or water, and sub-zero temperatures. We collected five stories of how families cope with it and what life hacks they use ⬇️
texty.org.ua/articles/116...
"Surprisingly, given his usual friendliness toward Russia and other authoritarian states, Musk has hinted at additional measures that could further curtail Russian forces' access to satellite navigation." euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/s...
Ukrainian assault troops go on the attack—with help from Elon Musk
Russia just lost Starlink access. Now Ukraine has an opportunity to retake lost territory.
euromaidanpress.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:11 PM
"Surprisingly, given his usual friendliness toward Russia and other authoritarian states, Musk has hinted at additional measures that could further curtail Russian forces' access to satellite navigation." euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/10/s...
"Russian forces have turned schools in temporarily occupied Luhansk Oblast into bases for their military operations, and children have been forced to attend ideological classes and watch videos of captured Ukrainian soldiers." www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/202...
Poems about "Ukrainian Nazism" and videos of tortured Ukrainian troops: how Russian propaganda works in schools under occupation
Russian forces have turned schools in temporarily occupied territories into tools of ideological influence on children, forcing them to attend propaganda lessons and follow Russian educational standar...
www.pravda.com.ua
February 10, 2026 at 3:10 PM
"Russian forces have turned schools in temporarily occupied Luhansk Oblast into bases for their military operations, and children have been forced to attend ideological classes and watch videos of captured Ukrainian soldiers." www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/202...
"Tsikhanouskaya said two cases involving Lukashenko are currently under consideration at the International Criminal Court (ICC), including allegations of crimes against humanity and complicity in the abduction and deportation of Ukrainian children" www.kyivpost.com/post/69766
Belarus as Russia’s Military Platform, Must Be Part of Any Ukraine Deal, Tsikhanouskaya Says
The Belarusian opposition leader warns that sidelining Minsk in negotiations would entrench Kremlin control and undermine regional security.
www.kyivpost.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:08 PM
"Tsikhanouskaya said two cases involving Lukashenko are currently under consideration at the International Criminal Court (ICC), including allegations of crimes against humanity and complicity in the abduction and deportation of Ukrainian children" www.kyivpost.com/post/69766
"Lithuanian authorities moved to assess Russian opposition figure Leonid Volkov's residency permit after he made disparaging comments about Ukrainian officials" kyivindependent.com/lithuania-to...
Lithuania to review Russian oppositionist's residency after criticism of Ukrainian officials, anti-Kremlin commander
In a private message sent late December, Leonid Volkov welcomed the news of the apparent death of Denis Kapustin, the commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps, a right-wing militia made up of ethnic R...
kyivindependent.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:06 PM
"Lithuanian authorities moved to assess Russian opposition figure Leonid Volkov's residency permit after he made disparaging comments about Ukrainian officials" kyivindependent.com/lithuania-to...
"The move fits into the Kremlin's broader push to replace Western digital services with domestic alternatives" kyivindependent.com/russia-repor...
Russia restricts Telegram in latest push to tighten internet control
Russian lawmaker Andrei Svintsov said Telegram may face restrictions because it "does not fully comply with the requirements" of Russian law.
kyivindependent.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:05 PM
"The move fits into the Kremlin's broader push to replace Western digital services with domestic alternatives" kyivindependent.com/russia-repor...
"Thiel is a German-American entrepreneur and tech investor, co-founder of PayPal and Palantir, and today one of the most influential supporters of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance...
February 10, 2026 at 3:03 PM
"Thiel is a German-American entrepreneur and tech investor, co-founder of PayPal and Palantir, and today one of the most influential supporters of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance...
"Attacks aimed at Winter Olympics sites, including hotels in Cortina, were successfully prevented. This comes amid warnings from the UK's cybersecurity agency about pro-Russia hacktivists." www.scworld.com/brief/italy-...
Italy reports Russian cyberattacks targeting Winter Olympics
Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani reported that several government foreign offices, including the one in Washington, were targeted by cyberattacks identified as being of Russian origin.
www.scworld.com
February 10, 2026 at 12:56 PM
"Attacks aimed at Winter Olympics sites, including hotels in Cortina, were successfully prevented. This comes amid warnings from the UK's cybersecurity agency about pro-Russia hacktivists." www.scworld.com/brief/italy-...