Ukraine imposes sanctions on 32 Russian firms and 34 individuals linked to the military-industrial complex, aiming to disrupt defense supply chains and related tech sectors.
Pussy Riot and Femen protested at the Russian pavilion during the Venice Biennale, demanding pro-Ukraine political prisoners represent Russia amid geopolitical tensions.
Viktor Orbán declines parliamentary mandate amid political transition in Hungary, with potential impacts on the country’s startup funding and innovation climate.
Slovakia will block the EU’s 20th sanctions package on Russia until Russian oil flows resume via Ukraine’s Druzhba pipeline, affecting regional energy security and EU funding decisions.