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Claims that Hungary blocked Ukraine's €90 billion loan were false; European Parliament President Roberta Metsola signed the loan on behalf of the Parliament as part of the process, but final adoption requires unanimous approval by all EU member states. The loan aims to fund Kyiv's budget and defence, while Hungary's objections relate to the Druzhba oil pipeline dispute and are not overturned by this signature.
Barcelona says Marc-Andre ter Stegen cannot be recalled from his Girona loan after a thigh injury, with the loan agreement and RFEF rules keeping him with Girona until June; the injury could sideline him 3-4 months, rehab could take place at Barça facilities, but re-registration or return would depend on loan terms and not on force majeure.
Seattle Sounders' Obed Vargas is in Madrid amid reports Atlético Madrid will sign him, likely on loan for the remainder of the 2025-26 season under a contract through 2030; transfer fees remain unclear, with Sounders reportedly seeking a sell-on, and potential La Liga loan destinations including Celta Vigo, Elche, Getafe, and Mallorca as the window nears its close.
Portuguese star João Cancelo returns to FC Barcelona on loan from Al Hilal Saudi FC until the end of the season.
The Mauritshuis will lend Vermeer's 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' to the Nakanoshima Museum of Art in Osaka this summer, marking a rare international travel for the painting, which is usually kept as a star exhibit in the Netherlands. The loan, organized in collaboration with Asahi Shimbun, aims to fund museum renovations and create an education center, offering a unique opportunity for Japanese audiences to experience the iconic artwork.
The Bayeux tapestry will be insured for £800m during its return to the UK in 2026 for an exhibition at the British Museum, as part of a loan agreement with France, with concerns raised about transportation risks.
EU leaders agreed on a 90 billion euro interest-free loan to Ukraine for 2026-27, but failed to use frozen Russian assets for funding due to legal and political issues, opting instead to borrow on capital markets. The plan aims to support Ukraine's military and economic needs amid ongoing war, with some countries opposing the use of Russian assets, citing legal risks.
EU leaders agreed on a 90 billion euro interest-free loan to Ukraine for 2026-27, but failed to use frozen Russian assets for funding due to legal and political challenges, opting instead to borrow on capital markets. The plan faced opposition from Belgium and some Eastern European countries, but was ultimately supported by most EU leaders, with Ukraine urgently needing funds amid ongoing war and economic crisis.
EU leaders agreed to provide Ukraine with a €90bn loan to support its military and economic needs for the next two years, opting not to use frozen Russian assets due to liability concerns, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and discussions about potential re-engagement with Russia.
The European Union has agreed to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan after plans to freeze Russian assets as a source of funding were unsuccessful.
EU leaders are debating a massive loan to Ukraine funded by frozen Russian assets, with Belgium demanding guarantees against Russian retaliation before supporting the plan. The summit's outcome could significantly impact Europe's support for Ukraine and its decision-making processes, amid concerns over Russian sabotage and legal challenges.
Boyu Capital is in talks with Chinese banks to secure approximately $1.4 billion in financing to acquire a majority stake in Starbucks' China operations, which could be among the largest leveraged buyout deals from China this year, with the deal structured as a yuan-denominated onshore loan.
Marcus Rashford hopes to extend his stay at Barcelona beyond his loan agreement, with the club having an option to sign him permanently for £28m, which he prefers over returning to Manchester United, where his future seems uncertain under the current coaching situation.
Belgium's De Wever played a key role in blocking the EU's proposed €140 billion loan to Ukraine, which was intended to help Ukraine purchase US weapons, amidst broader EU disagreements over funding and military support strategies.
The EU is close to approving a €140 billion loan to Ukraine, potentially funded by frozen Russian assets, but Belgium has raised concerns, suggesting the scheme might amount to confiscation, highlighting ongoing disagreements within the EU over the funding approach.