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EU leaders will consider sanctions on senior Israeli ministers over rights abuses of activists detained during the flotilla attempt to Gaza.
The Czech government vows to block sanctions on Israeli ministers, including Itamar Ben-Gvir.
The draft invites the Council to take work forward on restrictive measures after condemning detainee mistreatment in the flotilla incident.
Ben-Gvir has previously been sanctioned by the UK, Canada, Australia, Norway and New Zealand for his rhetoric about Palestinians.
The draft document is being prepared by officials and will be discussed by ambassadors from all 27 EU member states.
EU leaders aim for a joint position ahead of the European Council meeting in June.
The European Council statement condemns the mistreatment of detainees after the flotilla interception.
The incident involved activists detained during a flotilla attempting to reach Gaza.
The sanctions would target ministers for inciting and promoting human rights abuses.
The push represents the first time such sanctions could be imposed on Israeli ministers by the EU.
The discussion will proceed via a unanimous decision among EU member states.

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Cyprus, leading the EU Council, will reject demands to slash the next EU budget, according to EU diplomats.
Nicosia plans to reveal new figures by June 10 and resist deep cuts to farming subsidies and regional payments.
The debate on the EU budget precedes a June summit on June 18–19 where leaders will weigh proposals.
The 2028–2034 budget proposal would increase overall spending, with some policies facing real-term reductions.
Germany and the Netherlands press for cuts, while a bloc including Italy, Spain, and Poland seeks higher subsidies.
Cyprus signaled possible minor cuts to the European Competitiveness Fund and the Global Europe Fund, totaling over 600 billion.
The 'friends of cohesion' group supports larger subsidies, complicating budget negotiations.
The Cypriot deputy minister for European affairs hinted at possible ‘landing zones’ on the most sensitive issues but offered few details.
The Commission’s proposal would reallocate resources toward defense and competitiveness, affecting traditional policies.

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EU leaders weigh direct talks with Russia if Moscow shows real willingness and a ceasefire is agreed.
Draft conclusions suggest a hands-on EU role in peace talks, but no envoy appointment yet.
Some capitals oppose outreach, arguing Russia’s maximalist demands render negotiations pointless.
High Representative Kallas says the EU cannot be a neutral mediator, urges a common set of concessions.
Zelenskyy urges Europe to appoint a common mediator and revive negotiations, noting US focus elsewhere.
Draft conclusions position the EU as a facilitator in peace talks, aligned with US efforts.
EU leaders plan to discuss potential direct talks at the June 18-19 summit.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy referenced E3 formats and regional mediators as potential options.
Draft emphasizes Russia's aggression and calls for meaningful negotiations towards peace.
The draft is subject to changes before the summit, illustrating ongoing negotiations.

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