The director of a private enterprise received UAH 2. 7 million for hazardous waste disposal services for Ukrzaliznytsia, which were in fact not performed. The waste was taken to an unlicensed landfill.
Prosecutors conducted 27 searches as part of an investigation into the activities of illegal call centers. The discovered offices had over 1500 workplaces, and the scale of the scheme was industrial.
US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that peace negotiations on the war in Ukraine turned out to be significantly more difficult than expected. However, Washington sees some progress in the dialogue with both sides of the conflict.
The US has officially warned Ukraine that its attacks on Russian oil facilities, particularly in Novorossiysk, have affected American investments in Kazakhstan. This is due to the interests of American companies in the Caspian Pipeline Consortium.
A personal meeting between the leaders of Russia, the USA, and Ukraine is possible only at the final stage of negotiations. Separate contacts between Putin and Zelensky remain questionable.
President Zelenskyy stated that Norway's support in energy and air defense allowed Ukraine to maintain its energy system and protect infrastructure during winter. The aid included additional gas and PAC-3 missiles to counter ballistic threats, as well as NASAMS systems to protect energy facilities.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated that the country is not considering the forced return of Ukrainian refugees. He emphasized the government's unchanged position on this issue.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that negotiations on ending the war are ongoing at several levels. The main difficulties are related to political decisions and the issue of territories, as well as the military component.
The head of state noted that the issue of supplying Patriot missiles was discussed with several partner countries.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukrainian "Flamingo" missiles successfully hit targets at 1400 kilometers. This indicates an increase in the range and accuracy of the domestic missile program.
Over 100,000 Ukrainians live in Norway, contributing to the country's life, but Norway hopes they will return to Ukraine. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated that Norway's support for Ukraine has not only a political but also a human dimension.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre confirmed the country's readiness to finance gas purchases for Ukraine. This will ensure stable passage through future winter periods and energy supply for industry and the population.
Norway plans to allocate approximately 8 billion US dollars to Ukraine by 2026. This amount will constitute approximately 20% of all international aid that Kyiv will receive.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia's nuclear threats are linked to its military failures and political pressure ahead of negotiations. He emphasized that Ukraine does not possess nuclear weapons, and Moscow's accusations are baseless.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated that support for Ukraine is a common position across the country's entire political spectrum. The government can speak on behalf of all Norwegian society.
Ukraine and Norway have reached the level of strategic partnership, planning new joint projects in the military and energy sectors. President Zelenskyy discussed defense needs and future cooperation with the Prime Minister of Norway.
In the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv, a 30-year-old man, while intoxicated, attacked a 17-year-old boy. He inflicted several blows with a utility knife to the teenager's face, causing severe bodily injuries.
Indonesian police are investigating the alleged kidnapping of Ukrainian Ihor Komarov in Bali. The man in the video asks his relatives to pay a ransom of $10 million.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže called for Russia's accountability at the 11th emergency session of the UN General Assembly. She emphasized the forced displacement of 20,000 Ukrainian children, calling it a war crime, confirmed by ICC arrest warrants for Putin and Lvova-Belova.
The UN General Assembly adopted the resolution "Support for lasting peace in Ukraine. " It was supported by 107 states, 12 were against, and 51 abstained.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže stated that Russia is systematically attacking Ukraine's energy and civilian infrastructure. This creates conditions for the physical destruction of Ukrainians, which is consistent with the Genocide Convention.
Latvia stated at the UN that Russia's actions in Ukraine meet the definition of genocide. This includes the killing of civilians, deportation of children, and destruction of conditions for life.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Mariana Betsa stated that the Russian Federation will not succeed in its imperial plans. Ukraine is entering the fifth year of a full-scale war, enduring intense attacks, but continues to resist.
The UN General Assembly has resumed its 11th emergency special session to discuss the legal and political aspects of Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The decision was made at the request of Ukraine and Latvia.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal reported that over four years of full-scale war, Russia has carried out 5796 attacks on the Ukrainian energy system. These attacks did not break Ukraine thanks to the resilience of Ukrainians and the work of energy workers.
Anti-corruption purges in China's People's Liberation Army have created significant gaps in leadership, narrowing the supreme military command to two individuals. This may temporarily affect combat readiness, but the modernization of the armed forces continues.
The European Commission plans to submit a legal proposal for a permanent ban on Russian oil imports on April 15. This will happen after the parliamentary elections in Hungary, so as not to influence the election campaign.
The United Nations is facing a financial crisis. The US has paid only about $160 million out of more than $4 billion in debt.
An SBU officer has been notified of suspicion for receiving $68,000 in exchange for removing a person from the wanted list and arranging a deferment from mobilization. He planned to use false documents about three children for the deferment.
The US has imposed a temporary global tariff of 10% for 150 days after the Supreme Court overturned previous tariff restrictions. President Trump plans to raise the rate to 15% later, but the timing is not specified.
