Mark Rutte said that NATO would respond with a devastating response in the event of a Russian attack on the Alliance. The Secretary General emphasized the importance of helping Ukraine and strengthening its own defense capabilities.
Trump said that China could play a key role in ending the war in Ukraine because of its influence on Russia. Analysts believe that Xi Jinping is unlikely to support the US initiative because of its strategic partnership with Russia.
Zelenskyy announced Russia's plans to increase its army by 12-15 divisions in 2025. The president warned that the new troops could be used not only against Ukraine but also against NATO countries.
Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets assessed whether there are grounds to talk about the systematic nature of prisoner exchanges with Russia. Two exchanges have already taken place this year, but more time is needed to draw final conclusions.
The Parliament of Ukraine has established a National Day of Prayer. According to the decision of the Verkhovna Rada, it will be celebrated annually on February 24.
The President of Ukraine spoke about an attempted assassination attempt in the OC at the beginning of the full-scale invasion, during which people were killed. In 2023, it was reported that more than 12 assassination attempts had been made against Zelensky since the beginning of the great war.
In Boryspil and Fastiv districts, 11 private houses and two cars were damaged as a result of night shelling. One woman was injured and suffered an acute stress reaction.
USAID Inspector General Paul Martin was fired after publishing a report on the negative effects of the agency's staff cuts. The report warned of risks of insufficient oversight and problems with the distribution of $489 million in aid.
The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law extending the term of the military medical commission until June 5, 2025. 313 deputies voted for the bill.
The new Marvel movie starring Anthony Mackie has received mixed reviews from critics. Some praise the action and acting, while others point to a lack of emotional depth.
Ukrainian cyber specialists attacked the Russian oil and gas infrastructure, destroying more than 120 servers and 10,000 computers of Gazprom companies. The damage is estimated at tens or hundreds of millions of dollars.
The NBU sets the official exchange rate at 41. 66 UAH/USD and 43.01 UAH/EUR. Ukraine will receive the second tranche of EUR 1.9 bn from frozen Russian assets in April.
Emergency power outages are occurring in Dnipro due to damage to distribution networks after enemy shelling. The equipment needs urgent repair, said YASNO CEO.
777 children have been evacuated from 90 settlements along the border of Sumy region because of the threat from the enemy. The evacuees are placed in transit centers where they receive psychological and financial assistance.
Bitcoin added 1. 3% to reach $98,435 due to new US trade tariffs and expectations for inflation data. Most altcoins also rose, with Cardano leading the way with a 15.5% jump.
Dynamo Kyiv canceled the scheduled match with the Romanian football club Chixereda Mercuria Chuc due to viral infections in the team. The game was supposed to take place at a training camp in Turkey.
Ukrainians spend an average of 78 days looking for a job, with Lviv being the fastest to find a job. Employers increasingly value soft skills and offer 6.3 thousand vacancies for remote work.
Gold hit an all-time high of $2942 per ounce amid changes in US trade policy. The growth was driven by central bank purchases and investors' search for a safe haven.
Ye (Kanye West) has started selling T-shirts with Nazi symbols on the Yeezy website via Shopify. The Anti-Defamation League condemned the artist's actions, pointing to the label “HH-01” as a code name for “Heil Hitler.
Canada considers the new US tariffs on steel and aluminum unjustified and is preparing retaliatory measures. Minister Champagne announced a “clear and measured” response, while Chrystia Freeland called for a “dollar-for-dollar” response.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 59 UAH/USD, up 17 kopecks from the previous one. The euro is set at 42.89 UAH/euro, and the dollar is trading at 41.59-41.62 UAH on the interbank market.
Bitcoin rose by 1. 3% after falling to reach $97,873 amid expectations of new US inflation data. Strategy acquired an additional 7,633 BTC for $742.4 million, increasing its assets to 478,740 BTC.
The cost of agricultural work will increase by 15% in 2024 due to higher prices for components, fuel and protective equipment. Reduced western aid and new fuel excise taxes are creating additional financial challenges for farmers.
The National Police has opened a criminal investigation against Andriy Bilous, a lecturer at the Karpenko-Kary National University of Kyiv, under the article “sexual violence”. The investigation was launched following complaints from former students and the university administration.
In Ukraine, 123 thousand people are looking for work, with 221 thousand vacancies available. Women are actively mastering traditionally “male” professions, and the number of working teenagers has doubled.
The Ukrainian Navy spokesperson did not confirm the information about the removal of air defense systems from Crimea, but considers it possible. According to him, more air defense systems are concentrated on the peninsula than on the rest of the territory of Russia.
In 2024, 11083 companies changed their legal address, which is 18% less than last year. Most companies left Kyiv - 36.6%, but the capital remains the main center for business relocation.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 47 per dollar, which strengthened the hryvnia by 1 kopeck. On the interbank market, the dollar is traded at UAH 41.50-41.55, the euro at UAH 43.10-43.14.
On February 10, the world celebrates the International Day Against Epilepsy, World Legume Day, and the Slavic holiday of the Householder's Day. Each holiday has its own unique history and celebration traditions.
Ukraine's president is ready for talks with Putin under certain conditions. Zelenskyy will agree to a dialogue if the US and Europe continue to support Ukraine and provide security guarantees.