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Sumy region: Fraudster, who extorted bribe from wife of prisoner of war, detained

A fraudster who demanded a bribe of UAH 100,000 from the wife of a prisoner of war, promising to influence the priority inclusion of her husband in the list for the exchange of prisoners, was detained in Sumy region.

War • January 31, 09:17 PM • 27149 views

Frauds worth UAH 2 million: the ex-head of the Kharkiv detention center and six of his accomplices are "shine" for eight years behind bars

The former head and six subordinates of the Kharkiv detention center face up to 8 years in prison for committing fraudulent transactions totaling more than UAH 2 million.

Crimes and emergencies • January 31, 08:20 PM • 28750 views

They actively attract tourists and use "dead souls": the occupiers have begun to register fake voters

The occupation authorities are actively engaging touring voters to inflate the turnout at the "presidential elections of the Russian Federation. " There is also an intensive registration of "dead souls" to give the appearance of legal participation in the "elections" in the TOT.

Society • January 31, 03:50 PM • 30628 views

Russia wants to recruit 20 thousand mercenaries to the "African Corps" to expand its influence on the continent - media

The Kremlin, wishing to expand its positions in Africa, is planning to create a 20,000-strong mercenary army. Former U.S. special envoy to the Sahel J. Peter Pham warns Russia against the consequences of its transition to an "official military role" in Africa.

News of the World • January 31, 11:04 AM • 21455 views

Russia is changing the gene pool of Melitopol: about 100,000 touring musicians, military, guest workers and other foreigners have been brought in - Fedorov

Over the past two years of Russian occupation, Melitopol's population has grown to about 100,000 people due to an influx of Russian military, labor migrants, and other immigrants, although more than half of the original 150,000 residents have left. Mayor Ivan Fedorov said that Russia is trying to "eradicate Ukrainians" in the city and "change the gene pool of the nation.

War • January 30, 07:29 PM • 29585 views

Two bodies were recovered and an extreme figure skater was rescued: rescuers on the situation at reservoirs in Kyiv region and Dnipropetrovsk region

The State Emergency Service was informed about the situation at reservoirs in the Kyiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions - they found the bodies of two dead people and rescued a man who went ice-skating on the Dnipro River and ended up in icy water.

Crimes and emergencies • January 30, 04:27 PM • 50997 views

Dnipro city detains group of arms dealers who "offered" buyers assault rifles, grenades and ammo via messengers - National Police

In Dnipro, law enforcement officers exposed an organized criminal group engaged in illegal trafficking of firearms and ammunition, including assault rifles, grenades and ammunition worth a total of UAH 400,000. One of the group's members was detained while trying to sell a rifle for UAH 75,000.

Crimes and emergencies • January 30, 12:23 PM • 23452 views

In Zakarpattia region, fugitives were hiding from border guards in a forest belt, trying to get to Hungary

Border guards in Zakarpattia region detected a group of men who were trying to illegally cross the border with Hungary. The men were were hiding in the woods near the border with bags of essentials, having paid smugglers from 500 to 4000 USD to help them cross the border illegally. After the detention, the group was taken to draw up administrative reports.

Crimes and emergencies • January 30, 10:13 AM • 23202 views

Three children died after falling through ice in a pond in Ternopil region

Three children were killed when they fell through the ice in a pond near the village of Perevoloka in the Ternopil region of western Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • January 30, 09:45 AM • 24689 views

Ukraine has improved its position in the Corruption Perceptions Index: it received 36 points out of 100

In 2023, Ukraine was ranked 104th out of 180 countries in the Global Corruption Perceptions Index, improving its position by 3 points and receiving 36 points out of 100. Over the past 10 years since the Revolution of Dignity, Ukraine has added 11 points, the largest increase among the current EU candidate countries.

Society • January 30, 09:24 AM • 28951 views

SBU detains organizers of mobilization evasion schemes, including local hospital officials

The Security Service of Ukraine dismantled 5 schemes that helped evaders to illegally evade mobilization or leave Ukraine, including through forged medical documents and illegal transportation abroad. More than 50 potential conscripts were prevented from leaving the country.

Crimes and emergencies • January 29, 11:58 AM • 24305 views

France does not want to politicize the Summer Olympics in Paris - Politico

Paris is preparing to host the 2024 Summer Olympics in less than 200 days. Organizers are seeking to keep the event focused on sport, while recognizing the tense geopolitical context, which is considered the most dangerous since the end of the Cold War.

Olympics • January 29, 11:21 AM • 24419 views

In the TOT, russians confiscate property of Ukrainians who failed to return home - Fedorov

The russian federation is turning the occupied territories into ghettos where it is dangerous for Ukrainians to return home. Ivan Fedorov noted that russia allows only 10% of Ukrainians who are trying to visit relatives to pass through, while the property of the remaining 90% is promptly confiscated.

War • January 29, 10:44 AM • 23753 views

In Donetsk, the occupation authorities offer pensioners humanitarian aid for joining the "united russia" party

The occupation administration of Donetsk region promises to help pensioners if they join the "united russia" party in order to create the illusion of supporting putin in the upcoming elections.

Society • January 26, 07:15 PM • 109664 views

The Center for countering disinformation responded to the departure of a volunteer who was spotted in the Maldives

Andriy Kovalenko, deputy head of the Main Department for Press Affairs, commented on the actions of the husband of a millionaire blogger who used his volunteer status to travel to the Maldives. Kovalenko emphasized the responsibility of influencers during the war, insisting that they should reflect reality and not dissociate themselves from it.

Society • January 26, 01:37 PM • 23853 views

A mother who drowned her two young sons was found insane

A 42-year-old woman from the Rivne region who drowned her two children, aged six and seven, in a quarry in 2023 may be placed in a psychiatric institution, as a forensic psychiatric examination found her insane.

Crimes and emergencies • January 26, 01:20 PM • 22740 views

In Luhansk region, occupants demand that people register weapons according to russian rules by 2026 - Lysohor

The occupation administration has blocked Lysychansk and demands that residents of the occupied territories of the region register their weapons by January 1, 2026. Despite the new regulations, the number of weapons in the hands of the population will remain unknown to the occupiers.

Politics • January 26, 09:14 AM • 24420 views

Aggravation in Luhansk region: New requirements for weapons in the so-called "LPR"

The occupation administration of the Luhansk region requires local residents to register their weapons by January 1, 2026. Despite the new regulations, the number of illegal weapons remains unknown. Tensions in the conflict zone remain high, with unsuccessful hostile attacks recently.

War • January 26, 08:46 AM • 1170 views

Ukraine plans to resuscitate the inventory of unfinished and long-term construction projects suspended by the invasion of Russia

Ukraine intends to restore the inventory of unfinished and long-term construction projects. These efforts are aimed at addressing the problems associated with unfinished housing and improving legislation in the construction sector.

War • January 25, 04:28 PM • 25001 views

Drone attack on Odesa left 80 homes without electricity - Ministry of Energy

Numerous regions of Ukraine are experiencing power outages due to the fighting; authorities are working to restore power.

War • January 25, 12:48 PM • 70245 views

Russians continue to prepare fake elections in the TOT with the help of pressure

Russian troops are reportedly conducting a campaign of telephone terror in the occupied territories, pressuring residents to vote in the illegal elections. This move is aimed at artificially increasing participation in the elections to create an impression of legitimacy.

War • January 25, 12:36 PM • 24068 views

An explosion occurred in the temporarily occupied Berdiansk

An explosion has occurred near the railway station in occupied Berdiansk, the cause of which has not yet been established. No casualties or damage have been reported so far.

War • January 25, 09:21 AM • 27943 views

Turkish Parliament to consider Sweden's NATO application

The Turkish Parliament is to debate Sweden's membership in NATO. If approved, final approval would be required from the Hungarian parliament.

News of the World • January 23, 11:31 AM • 21446 views

Shmyhal meets with Tusk in Kyiv: Prime Ministers of Ukraine and Poland pay tribute to the memory of defenders of Ukraine who fell in the war

On the Day of Unity of Ukraine, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk honored the memory of defenders of Ukraine who fell in the war.

Politics • January 22, 10:15 AM • 26902 views

Ukraine and the USA may sign a mineral agreement today - source

India and Pakistan: Political scientist explains whether a new war is brewing and how it will affect Ukraine

The Rada extended the deadline for the voluntary return of military personnel from unauthorized leave until August 30.

State Land Bank or Vinnytsia "meeting of friends" around land management

From May, gasoline in Ukraine should be sold with alcohol: how this will affect cars and the cost of fuel

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Night attack on Dnipro: the RMA told the details

More than half of the battles are in two directions: map from the General Staff

Cheese Symphony: 5 Appetizing Lunches That Are Easy to Make at Home

Kellogg: US and Ukraine agreed on 22 actions for further agreements on the war

Horror films - main box office hits of 2024: Deadline rating

Hetmantsev's bill on the activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund was subjected to devastating criticism by the Verkhovna Rada's scientific and expert department

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Cheese Symphony: 5 Appetizing Lunches That Are Easy to Make at Home

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics tradeExclusive

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