Hungary has blocked the sending of a joint letter from the EU, which may delay the process of Ukraine and Moldova's accession to the European Union. Politico reports that Hungary has completely rejected the idea of sending such a letter.
Bulgaria's new government has decided to stop arms shipments to Ukraine. Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov stated that the country needs people, not weapons. He also called for a fair peace.
Bulgaria demands additional guarantees for the educational rights of the Bulgarian minority in exchange for supporting Ukraine's EU membership. Negotiations with Hungary are also ongoing.
The Netherlands is leaving the UK's Interflex program, which trains Ukrainian military personnel. The UK Ministry of Defence stated that the current phase of the operation has come to an end. The program included instructors from 14 countries.
Estonia ordered over 514,000 cans of wild boar meat to combat African swine fever. Initially, the plan was to deliver them to the Ukrainian military, but they were ultimately given to Estonia's defense forces and food banks. Ukrainian military personnel continue to complain about food supply issues.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked the EU not to provide protection to men aged 23-60. EU allies are in favor of returning all men of mobilization age.