Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen endorsed Zelensky's victory plan, calling it “many, many good ideas. ” She emphasized the importance of Ukraine's involvement in NATO as “the most important life insurance.
According to a UN report, 1. 1 billion people live in multidimensional poverty, including 455 million in conflict zones. In war-torn countries, the poverty rate is three times higher than in peaceful ones.
The draw for the 2026 World Cup will take place on December 13, 2024. 55 national teams will be divided into 12 groups, the winners of the groups will reach the final stage, the second places and the 4 best teams of the Nations League will play the playoffs.
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur reiterated his interest in promoting Ukraine's accession to NATO. He emphasized that membership in the Alliance is the only real guarantee of security for Ukraine.
US Republican vice presidential candidate J. D. Vance said he does not believe Trump will be defeated in the 2020 election. He claims that there were “serious problems” in that election, but did not provide evidence.
The Japanese company Prodrone plans to start a business of detecting landmines in Ukraine using drones. The project is planned to be commercialized by fiscal year 2025 in cooperation with Tokyo-based consulting firm Padeco.
The United States is shifting the focus of training for Ukrainian F-16 pilots to junior cadets due to a lack of experienced aviators with English language skills. A full squadron of 20 aircraft and 40 pilots is expected no earlier than spring-summer 2025.
Amazon has launched a new Kindle Colorsoft with a color display for up to $300. The device has a special Colorsoft screen with a nitride LED light guide and runs on a battery for several weeks.
The President of the All-Ukrainian Curling Federation appealed to the associations of 8 countries regarding Russia's attempts to include organizations from the TOT of Ukraine in its federation. The Norwegian association supported Ukraine by condemning Russia's actions.
Airbus plans to cut up to 2,500 jobs in its defense and space division due to a “challenging business environment. ” The cuts will affect 7% of the workforce, with specific positions to be determined after discussions with trade unions.
US Secretary of State Blinken reviews the post-war plan for Gaza developed by Israel and the UAE. The plan calls for an international mission to provide aid and restore order, but is controversial over the role of the Palestinian Authority.
The Prosecutor General has ordered an internal investigation into prosecutors in Khmelnytsky region over information about unlawful disability payments. The investigation will cover 50 prosecutors and other prosecutorial bodies.
The Walgreens pharmacy chain announced the closure of 1,200 stores in the United States over three years due to financial problems. The company reported a quarterly loss of $3 billion due to acquisitions and litigation.
An Italian navy ship has delivered 16 migrants to Albania under a new agreement between the countries. This is the first group of refugees to be accommodated in the new reception center in the port of Shenjin.
Due to the thick fog in the Bosphorus Strait, ship traffic in both directions was temporarily suspended. Visibility deteriorated, especially on bridges, leading to traffic jams. The traffic was later resumed.
Additional trains for children's groups and other passengers have been arranged for the popular Kyiv-Uzhhorod and Kyiv-Lviv routes. The flights will take place on October 25-31, and tickets are already on sale.
In Nigeria, a tanker truck explosion killed at least 95 people and injured 50 others. The tragedy occurred in the city of Majia when the driver tried to avoid another truck.
12 EU countries have called on the European Commission to support the creation of energy associations to reduce energy prices. They presented a joint document at a meeting of EU energy ministers, emphasizing the importance of cross-border cooperation.
The Kremlin can use the partnership agreement with North Korea to offset the requirements for the formation of troops. This will allow Putin to postpone the decision to mobilize in Russia.
Swedish prosecutors have confirmed an investigation into a rape in a Stockholm hotel. Several media outlets accuse footballer Kylian Mbappe of being involved, although he denies any involvement.
A realistic sculpture of a sleeping homeless man has appeared in the lobby of the Dolder Hotel in Switzerland. This is the art installation “The Traveler” by American sculptor Duane Hanson, which has caused controversy.
China may raise $850 billion from special treasury bonds over three years. The funds will be used to stimulate the economy and help local governments with their debts.
On the 9th day after the fire at the oil depot in occupied Feodosia, no pollutants were detected. According to Russian experts, 1,020 air samples have been taken since the fire started.
206 pro-Palestinian demonstrators are arrested near the New York Stock Exchange. The protesters, mostly Jewish activists, called for an end to US support for Israel's war in Gaza.
The former acting head of the Nikopol District State Administration and two accomplices were sentenced to 7 years for embezzlement of budget funds. In 2019, they organized a scheme with a false valuation of land worth more than UAH 4 million.
Canada accused India of involvement in the murder of a Sikh separatist on its territory. In response, both countries expelled 6 diplomats each, which led to a deterioration in relations.
Eight Shahed UAVs were spotted flying over Sumy, Poltava, and Chernihiv regions, 3 of which were shot down. X-59 cruise missiles were also spotted, but the targets were lost in the area.
More than a thousand people took to the streets of Havana in support of Palestine. Among the demonstrators were Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, other leaders and Palestinian medical students.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance will not be intimidated by Russia's threats and will continue to support Ukraine. During a visit to the NATO mission in Ukraine, he emphasized the Alliance's defensive nature and readiness to counter any threat.
A minor from Prykarpattia region appealed to the Ombudsman with a request to deprive his grandmother of guardianship. The grandmother had misappropriated funds intended for the boy as the son of a deceased servicewoman, without performing the duties of a guardian.
