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Europe Daily Bulletin No. 13784
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Russian invasion of Ukraine / Russia

European Commission recognises that discussions with Vladimir Putin will be necessary, but that time is not yet come

12/01/2026 (Agence Europe) – After French President Emmanuel Macron (see EUROPE 13776/2) and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (see EUROPE 13783/20), European Commission spokeswoman Paula Pinho explained on Monday 12 January that “at some point” Europe will have to talk to Russian President Vladimir Putin. “We are working very, very hard for peace in Ukraine. Now, peace in Ukraine depends on one single person: (...) President Putin. So, obviously, at some point, there will have to be talks also with President Putin”, she stressed. Going on to add: “We’re not seeing any signs by President Putin to be engaging in such talks. So we’re not there yet”. (CG)

Contents

Russian invasion of Ukraine
ECONOMY: on 14 January, European Commission to present its proposals regarding €90 billion loan to Ukraine for 2026 and 2027
RUSSIA: European Commission recognises that discussions with Vladimir Putin will be necessary, but that time is not yet come
EXTERNAL ACTION
IRAN: High Representative of Union threatens regime with sanctions
CHINA: European Commission sets out conditions for alternative to countervailing duties on Chinese electric vehicles
SECTORAL POLICIES
DIGITAL: Cyprus Presidency of EU Council launches technical work on simplifying AI Act
DIGITAL: “If X doesn't act, we will” - Ursula von der Leyen attacks X 's AI for creating nudes of users online
COMPETITIVENESS/RESEARCH: European Competitiveness Fund and Horizon Europe - European Court of Auditors is already pointing out certain weaknesses in new 2028-2034 MFF
TRANSPORT: MEPs approve their position on air passenger rights at second reading
TRANSPORT: MEPs disagree on introduction of remote sensing to measure emissions in vehicle checks
AGRICULTURE : experts and MEPs call for better protection for Europe’s livestock sector
AGRICULTURE : negotiations between European Parliament and EU Council on meat-related names will take place on 5 March
FISHERIES: European Commission introduces a digital system for collecting data on recreational fishing
SEA: European Commission seeks input on future EU ocean policy
HOME AFFAIRS: Europol announces arrest of 34 people involved in ‘Black Axe’ international criminal organisation
ECONOMY - FINANCE - BUSINESS
ECB: 70 economists speak out in favour of a digital euro that contributes to EU’s financial sovereignty
FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS - SOCIETAL ISSUES
GENDER EQUALITY: European Commission analyses 23 EU projects to advance equality through research and innovation
HOUSING: members of European Parliament’s Special Committee welcome content of first-ever European plan on affordable housing
INSTITUTIONAL
BUDGET: speaking to MEPs, Olivér Várhelyi outlines implementation of health spending and funding guidelines in 2028-2034 MFF
SECURITY - DEFENCE - SPACE
DEFENCE: Andrius Kubilius calls for a European Security Council
COUNCIL OF EUROPE
DEMOCRACY: Marta Cartabia regrets withdrawal of United States from Council of Europe’s Venice Commission
NEWS BRIEFS
AGRICULTURE : MEPs approve agreement with Council of EU on measures to promote wine
EESC: Séamus Boland warns against deterioration in mental health of young people facing socio-economic difficulties
INDIA: Friedrich Merz wants to conclude EU-India free trade agreement quickly
INTERNAL MARKET: European Commission consults on strengthening defence single market
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT: Mercosur, PfE Group in European Parliament to table motion of censure against European Commission
ANIMAL HEALTH: MEPs approve compromise text with EU Council on dogs and cats
SYRIA: EU calls for end to hostilities in Aleppo region