Alexandra Brzozowski
@alexowski.bsky.social
EU affairs journalist in Brussels, covering all things foreign policy, security, enlargement, Europe's (far) East / bylines in @Kyivindependent.com, former @Euractiv.com
Tips, leaks, love, hate 👉🏻📩
alexbrzoz@outlook.com
Tips, leaks, love, hate 👉🏻📩
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The Kremlin has had to dismiss reports that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov had "fallen out of favor" with Putin amid speculation that his diplomacy led to the cancellation of planned peace talks between Moscow and the U.S. over Ukraine.
Lavrov Out of Favor With Putin?: Reports Force the Kremlin to Comment - The Moscow Times
The Kremlin has had to dismiss reports that Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov had "fallen out of favor" with President Vladimir Putin amid speculation that Lavrov’s diplomacy led to the cancellat...
www.themoscowtimes.com
November 7, 2025 at 1:09 PM
The Kremlin has had to dismiss reports that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov had "fallen out of favor" with Putin amid speculation that his diplomacy led to the cancellation of planned peace talks between Moscow and the U.S. over Ukraine.
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Starting a war and expecting to move freely in Europe is hard to justify.
The EU is tightening visa rules for Russian nationals amid continued drone disruptions and sabotage on European soil.
Travelling to the EU is a privilege, not a given.
The EU is tightening visa rules for Russian nationals amid continued drone disruptions and sabotage on European soil.
Travelling to the EU is a privilege, not a given.
November 7, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Starting a war and expecting to move freely in Europe is hard to justify.
The EU is tightening visa rules for Russian nationals amid continued drone disruptions and sabotage on European soil.
Travelling to the EU is a privilege, not a given.
The EU is tightening visa rules for Russian nationals amid continued drone disruptions and sabotage on European soil.
Travelling to the EU is a privilege, not a given.
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In Pokrovsk, the front line has vanished. Russian forces have infiltrated the city, with one Ukrainian officer estimating they control 60% of it. Soldiers now face the enemy in the rear, warning of a looming encirclement. Diana Butsko reports from the area.
Is there a risk of encirclement in Pokrovsk and what awaits Myrnohrad? Soldiers explain
“Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad are already f***ed, in short,”
begins the conversation with hromadske pilot Valeriy (name changed at the interlocutor’s request).
He has just left the positions in Pokrovsk, w...
hromadske.ua
November 4, 2025 at 7:42 PM
In Pokrovsk, the front line has vanished. Russian forces have infiltrated the city, with one Ukrainian officer estimating they control 60% of it. Soldiers now face the enemy in the rear, warning of a looming encirclement. Diana Butsko reports from the area.
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Drone report halts air traffic at Brussels Airport
Drone report halts air traffic at Brussels Airport
Air traffic at Brussels Airport was halted on Tuesday evening for safety reasons, following a drone report, air traffic controller skeyes...
www.belganewsagency.eu
November 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Drone report halts air traffic at Brussels Airport
EU praises Ukraine’s reforms and warns Serbia and Georgia in progress reports via @apnews.com apnews.com/article/eu-e...
EU praises Ukraine's reforms and warns Serbia and Georgia in progress reports
The European Union has praised Ukraine for its reform progress toward joining the bloc despite concerns about corruption.
apnews.com
November 4, 2025 at 9:06 PM
EU praises Ukraine’s reforms and warns Serbia and Georgia in progress reports via @apnews.com apnews.com/article/eu-e...
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Belgian army orders to shoot down drones above its bases
Belgian army orders to shoot down drones above its bases
The Belgian army has given orders to shoot down any unknown drones spotted above its bases, chief of defence Frederik Vansina said on Monday.
www.belganewsagency.eu
November 3, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Belgian army orders to shoot down drones above its bases
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Ukraine has shown "remarkable commitment" to its bid for EU membership despite Russia's war, but must reverse negative trends in the fight against corruption and step up rule of law reforms, the European Commission is expected to say in its draft enlargement report, seen by the Kyiv Independent.
EU to praise Ukraine's 'remarkable commitment' to membership bid but warn of backsliding on anti-corruption in key report
BRUSSELS, Belgium — Ukraine has shown "remarkable commitment" to its bid for EU membership despite Russia's full-scale war, but must urgently reverse negative trends in the fight against corruption an...
kyivindependent.com
November 3, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Ukraine has shown "remarkable commitment" to its bid for EU membership despite Russia's war, but must reverse negative trends in the fight against corruption and step up rule of law reforms, the European Commission is expected to say in its draft enlargement report, seen by the Kyiv Independent.
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The European Commission is pushing to maintain momentum in Ukraine's EU accession bid despite political resistance from Hungary, EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said.
EU Commission pushes for progress on Ukraine’s accession despite Hungary’s block
BRUSSELS, Belgium — The European Commission is pushing to maintain momentum in Ukraine's EU accession bid despite political resistance from Hungary, EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said.
"The m...
kyivindependent.com
November 3, 2025 at 9:21 PM
The European Commission is pushing to maintain momentum in Ukraine's EU accession bid despite political resistance from Hungary, EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said.
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Belgium, where the majority of frozen funds is parked in the financial clearing house Euroclear, put the brakes on swift progress on the use of frozen Russian assets, warning that three of its key demands related to legal worries would first need to be met.
EU leaders delay Ukraine loan using Russian assets, task commission with working out legal route
BRUSSELS, Belgium — At a fraught EU summit on funding for Kyiv, leaders asked the European Commission to draw up legal options for a reparations loan backed by Russia's frozen assets, with a final pr...
kyivindependent.com
October 23, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Belgium, where the majority of frozen funds is parked in the financial clearing house Euroclear, put the brakes on swift progress on the use of frozen Russian assets, warning that three of its key demands related to legal worries would first need to be met.
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Exclusive: Several suppliers cancelled sales of Middle Eastern and Canadian oil to China's Yulong Petrochemical after the UK imposed sanctions on the refiner, which is likely to push it to buy more Russian crude, multiple sources said reut.rs/47q8uIt
October 23, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Exclusive: Several suppliers cancelled sales of Middle Eastern and Canadian oil to China's Yulong Petrochemical after the UK imposed sanctions on the refiner, which is likely to push it to buy more Russian crude, multiple sources said reut.rs/47q8uIt
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We just adopted our 19th sanctions package.
It targets Russian banks, crypto exchanges, entities in India and China, among others.
The EU is curbing Russian diplomats’ movements to counter the attempts of destabilisation.
It is increasingly harder for Putin to fund this war.
It targets Russian banks, crypto exchanges, entities in India and China, among others.
The EU is curbing Russian diplomats’ movements to counter the attempts of destabilisation.
It is increasingly harder for Putin to fund this war.
October 23, 2025 at 6:35 AM
We just adopted our 19th sanctions package.
It targets Russian banks, crypto exchanges, entities in India and China, among others.
The EU is curbing Russian diplomats’ movements to counter the attempts of destabilisation.
It is increasingly harder for Putin to fund this war.
It targets Russian banks, crypto exchanges, entities in India and China, among others.
The EU is curbing Russian diplomats’ movements to counter the attempts of destabilisation.
It is increasingly harder for Putin to fund this war.
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BREAKING: The Trump administration imposed sanctions on Russia's two largest oil companies as it called on Moscow to agree to an immediate ceasefire in the war with Ukraine. https://cnn.it/47gwxJO
October 22, 2025 at 9:32 PM
BREAKING: The Trump administration imposed sanctions on Russia's two largest oil companies as it called on Moscow to agree to an immediate ceasefire in the war with Ukraine. https://cnn.it/47gwxJO
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On short notice, the upcoming EU Council meeting is set to become a scramble to contain and counter U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed pressure on Ukraine. EU leaders, meeting in Brussels on Oct. 23, are expected to weigh in on a wide range of measures in support of Ukraine.
As Zelensky set to land in Brussels, EU rushes to offset Trump's pressure on Ukraine
BRUSSELS, Belgium — On short notice, the upcoming EU Council meeting is set to become a scramble to contain and counter U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed pressure on Ukraine.
Since the start of t...
kyivindependent.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:06 PM
On short notice, the upcoming EU Council meeting is set to become a scramble to contain and counter U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed pressure on Ukraine. EU leaders, meeting in Brussels on Oct. 23, are expected to weigh in on a wide range of measures in support of Ukraine.
#Hungary dismisses reports that the Trump-Putin summit in Budapest might be off
❗️Hungarian FM Péter Szijjártó thinks European politicians are trying to prevent the meeting between Trump&Putin in Budapest:
A significant number of European politicians will do everything possible,in fact everything they can,to prevent this meeting [between Trump&Putin] from taking place at all.
A significant number of European politicians will do everything possible,in fact everything they can,to prevent this meeting [between Trump&Putin] from taking place at all.
October 21, 2025 at 8:18 PM
#Hungary dismisses reports that the Trump-Putin summit in Budapest might be off
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The EU is preparing to strengthen its authority to board and inspect tankers linked to Russia's so-called shadow fleet and is negotiating with some of the flag and coastal states to take measures, according to a draft proposal by the EU's diplomatic service (EEAS), seen by Kyiv Independent.
EU mulls hitting Russia where it hurts — its shadow fleet
LUXEMBOURG, Luxembourg — The EU is preparing to strengthen its authority to board and inspect tankers linked to Russia's so-called shadow fleet and is negotiating with some of the flag and coastal sta...
kyivindependent.com
October 20, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The EU is preparing to strengthen its authority to board and inspect tankers linked to Russia's so-called shadow fleet and is negotiating with some of the flag and coastal states to take measures, according to a draft proposal by the EU's diplomatic service (EEAS), seen by Kyiv Independent.
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Right-wing Japan Innovation Party pledges support for governing LDP, opening way for Takaichi to win vote.
Coalition deal set to make Takaichi Japan’s first female PM
Right-wing Japan Innovation Party pledges support for governing LDP, opening way for Takaichi to win vote.
bit.ly
October 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Right-wing Japan Innovation Party pledges support for governing LDP, opening way for Takaichi to win vote.
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A general sense of skepticism prevails among European officials and diplomats over U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of planned Ukraine peace talks with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Hungary.
EU left in the dark about Trump-Putin meeting within its borders, questions its point
BRUSSELS, Belgium — A general sense of skepticism prevails among European officials and diplomats over U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of planned Ukraine peace talks with Russian leader Vla...
kyivindependent.com
October 17, 2025 at 12:24 PM
A general sense of skepticism prevails among European officials and diplomats over U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of planned Ukraine peace talks with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Hungary.
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As the European Commission unveils its new Defense Readiness Roadmap on Oct. 16, one key of cornerstone proposals — the “European Drone Defense Initiative” — is likely to turn into a political battleground of its own.
Don’t call it ‘drone wall’ — how Europe wrangles over proposals to protect its skies
BRUSSELS, Belgium – As the European Commission unveils its new Defense Readiness Roadmap on Oct. 16, one key of cornerstone proposals — the “European Drone Defense Initiative” — is likely to turn into...
kyivindependent.com
October 16, 2025 at 2:01 PM
As the European Commission unveils its new Defense Readiness Roadmap on Oct. 16, one key of cornerstone proposals — the “European Drone Defense Initiative” — is likely to turn into a political battleground of its own.
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First reported by @financialtimes.com: Trump will welcome his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington on Friday for talks about how they can force Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, including the possibility of supplying long-range Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv.
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Trump to meet Zelenskyy in Washington on Friday
[FREE TO READ] US president has floated selling long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine in bid to end Russia’s invasion
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October 13, 2025 at 4:14 PM
First reported by @financialtimes.com: Trump will welcome his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington on Friday for talks about how they can force Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table, including the possibility of supplying long-range Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv.
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BREAKING Hamas has handed over seven surviving hostages to Red Cross, reports Israeli public radio
October 13, 2025 at 5:44 AM
BREAKING Hamas has handed over seven surviving hostages to Red Cross, reports Israeli public radio
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💥🔎🇷🇺 Our analysis reveals the scale of Russia’s massive propaganda offensive in Moldova: in 3 weeks, 9,900 TikTok videos were published and generated over 93 million views, created with artificial intelligence. Yet despite Moscow’s efforts, the pro-European PAS secured 50.2% in the Sept 28 election.
24/7 Russian Propaganda Blitz Hit Moldova Before the Elections - VSquare.org
Moldovans had faced months, if not years, of an information onslaught at levels beyond what just about any society has faced. In the end, the pro-European ruling Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) w...
vsquare.org
October 6, 2025 at 5:49 PM
💥🔎🇷🇺 Our analysis reveals the scale of Russia’s massive propaganda offensive in Moldova: in 3 weeks, 9,900 TikTok videos were published and generated over 93 million views, created with artificial intelligence. Yet despite Moscow’s efforts, the pro-European PAS secured 50.2% in the Sept 28 election.
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⚡️Up to 5,000 Cubans fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, Reuters reports.
An estimated 1,000 to 5,000 Cuban fighters are actively participating in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Reuters reported Oct. 5, citing an internal U.S. State Department cable obtained by the outlet.
An estimated 1,000 to 5,000 Cuban fighters are actively participating in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Reuters reported Oct. 5, citing an internal U.S. State Department cable obtained by the outlet.
Up to 5,000 Cubans fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, Reuters reports
An estimated 1,000 to 5,000 Cuban fighters are actively participating in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Reuters reported Oct. 5, citing an internal U.S. State Department cable obtained by the outlet.
kyivindependent.com
October 5, 2025 at 7:12 PM
⚡️Up to 5,000 Cubans fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, Reuters reports.
An estimated 1,000 to 5,000 Cuban fighters are actively participating in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Reuters reported Oct. 5, citing an internal U.S. State Department cable obtained by the outlet.
An estimated 1,000 to 5,000 Cuban fighters are actively participating in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Reuters reported Oct. 5, citing an internal U.S. State Department cable obtained by the outlet.
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Russia is masking its failed summer offensive with terror attacks on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.
We keep supporting Ukraine as long as needed: finalizing the next sanctions package, ensuring financing, providing weapons.
Russia will not stop until forced to.
We keep supporting Ukraine as long as needed: finalizing the next sanctions package, ensuring financing, providing weapons.
Russia will not stop until forced to.
October 5, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Russia is masking its failed summer offensive with terror attacks on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.
We keep supporting Ukraine as long as needed: finalizing the next sanctions package, ensuring financing, providing weapons.
Russia will not stop until forced to.
We keep supporting Ukraine as long as needed: finalizing the next sanctions package, ensuring financing, providing weapons.
Russia will not stop until forced to.
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Unofficial: Last night's Russian air attack "one of the most massive" — channel PPO Radar
Russia launched:
▫️over 700 drones;
▫️up to 50 cruise missiles;
▫️2 air-launched ballistic missiles.
Main targets: Lviv, Lviv Oblast, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa.
A few drones are still in the air.
📷TG/mon1tor_ua
Russia launched:
▫️over 700 drones;
▫️up to 50 cruise missiles;
▫️2 air-launched ballistic missiles.
Main targets: Lviv, Lviv Oblast, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa.
A few drones are still in the air.
📷TG/mon1tor_ua
October 5, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Unofficial: Last night's Russian air attack "one of the most massive" — channel PPO Radar
Russia launched:
▫️over 700 drones;
▫️up to 50 cruise missiles;
▫️2 air-launched ballistic missiles.
Main targets: Lviv, Lviv Oblast, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa.
A few drones are still in the air.
📷TG/mon1tor_ua
Russia launched:
▫️over 700 drones;
▫️up to 50 cruise missiles;
▫️2 air-launched ballistic missiles.
Main targets: Lviv, Lviv Oblast, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa.
A few drones are still in the air.
📷TG/mon1tor_ua
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Just in: “This isn’t a rally — it’s the first National European Convention,” said Paata Burchuladze, one of the organizers of today’s protest, announcing that people will “vote out Georgian Dream right here, on Liberty Square, through direct democracy.” 1/2
October 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Just in: “This isn’t a rally — it’s the first National European Convention,” said Paata Burchuladze, one of the organizers of today’s protest, announcing that people will “vote out Georgian Dream right here, on Liberty Square, through direct democracy.” 1/2