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Hungary and Serbia's recent elections reinforced pro-Putin leaders Viktor Orban and Aleksandar Vucic, demonstrating continued support for nationalist, autocratic governance in European democracies.

Intelligence agencies in the US and UK have taken an unusually transparent approach during the Ukraine war, publicly sharing assessments about Russian military performance, troop morale, and strategic challenges facing Putin's invasion.

Lithuania becomes first EU nation to fully stop Russian gas imports, declaring energy independence from Moscow amid Ukraine conflict. Energy ministry confirms complete cessation of Russian gas supplies, marking significant geopolitical stance against Russian energy pressure.

Eurozone consumer prices surged to a record 7.5% in March, marking the highest inflation rate since 1997. Rising energy and food costs, fueled by the conflict in Ukraine, are squeezing household budgets and forcing central banks to consider aggressive monetary policy responses.

A devastating cyberattack on Viasat's satellite network disrupted internet services for thousands in Europe, targeting Ukraine's government communications during Russia's invasion, with widespread impacts on broadband and wind turbine operations.

The Ukraine conflict is pushing Western Europe closer to the United States, with President Biden offering expanded natural gas shipments to help Europe break free from Russian energy dependency. The EU currently relies on Russia for 40% of its natural gas needs, making this strategic shift crucial for energy security.

The European Union and United States have reached a preliminary agreement to ease data transfer restrictions, allowing European personal information to be stored in the US. President Biden and European Commission President von der Leyen announced the breakthrough during Biden's Brussels visit.

President Biden and Western allies announced new sanctions and humanitarian support for Ukraine, pledging $1 billion in supplies and offering to welcome 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. Leaders discussed potential responses to potential chemical or nuclear threats from Russia.

European Union foreign ministers accuse Russian forces of committing war crimes in Ukraine, with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock stating that attacks on civilian infrastructure could be considered war crimes, while new sanctions remain uncertain. - EXCERPT: Summarizes the key information concisely, includes key actors and main points

U.S. chipmaker Intel announces an ambitious €80 billion investment across Europe to expand semiconductor manufacturing and research. CEO Pat Gelsinger highlights the global demand for chips, with planned production sites and R&D centers in Germany, Ireland, France, and Italy over the next decade.