EU rejects Russian threats to diplomats in Kyiv, vows continued support for Ukraine

The European Union will not reduce support for Ukraine despite Russian threats against diplomats in Kyiv, with the EU delegation's position remaining firm and pressure on Moscow set to increase. EU Commission spokesperson Christian Wiegand stated that Russia's intimidation tactics show the Kremlin is losing the war and losing composure. The EU announced new sanctions this week over the deportation of Ukrainian children, alongside approved defense procurement plans worth 28.3 billion euros and 6.6 billion euros in military aid. Russia has announced new missile and drone strikes on Kyiv, specifically warning foreign diplomats to leave the capital. Moscow justified the continued attacks by citing a strike on a college in Starobilsk, while Ukraine's foreign ministry said no partners have officially indicated plans to relocate their embassies.