Lilia Podolyak
Russia continues to spread disinformation about peace talks with Ukraine in order to discredit any peace initiatives and gain time to gather forces for further aggression.
Ecuador declared a state of emergency due to the energy crisis caused by the drought, which affected hydroelectric power production, leading to rationing of electricity and its imports from Colombia.
At the spring session of PACE, the Ukrainian delegation reported on online violence and children's right to a safe digital environment, emphasizing the threats posed by Russian disinformation and the need to protect Ukrainian children from online violence and hostile propaganda in the face of ongoing Russian aggression.
The Estonian Ministry of Internal Affairs calls on Orthodox parishes to withdraw from the jurisdiction of the Moscow Patriarchate, which it calls "a hybrid weapon of Russia to pursue aggressive policies in the world" and condemns for justifying military actions in Ukraine.
The heads of Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies met with the G7 and EU ambassadors to discuss ongoing efforts, challenges, and the importance of transparency and accountability in public administration.
According to correspondents, a series of explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia, while the Air Force command warned of possible air strikes in the region.
The abnormally rapid sea level rise in some regions of the Northwest Atlantic is due to rising temperatures in the deep waters flowing into the Atlantic from the Antarctic coast as a result of global warming caused by human activity.
Four judges of the Kyiv Court of Appeal were found to have received a $35,000 bribe to lift the arrest of airplanes.
Russian hackers are using social engineering tactics, offering fake jobs abroad, to launch cyberattacks on Ukrainian military personnel by sending malicious files through messaging programs such as Signal.
A prankster redirects a website with a similar name to Meghan Markle's brand to a competing King Charles jam site, potentially undermining Meghan's new business venture.
Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after discovering that the accelerator pedal can get stuck, potentially causing unintended acceleration of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
An airstrike on a military base south of Baghdad used by the Iraqi militant group al-Hashd al-Shaabi caused material damage, but no casualties were reported.
The United States imposed sanctions on the Minsk Wheeled Tractor Plant from Belarus and three Chinese companies for allegedly providing missile equipment to Pakistan's ballistic missile program.
Explosions were heard in the Pokrovsky district of Donetsk region, forcing the authorities to remind residents to follow safety rules and take shelter.
UAV crashes damaged energy infrastructure in Kaluga and Bryansk regions of Russia.
Marta Kostiuk defeated world number three Coco Hauff in a thrilling three-set quarterfinal match to reach the semifinals of the WTA 500 tournament in Stuttgart, Germany.
North Korea tests a cruise missile warhead and a new anti-aircraft missile.
The wreckage of the drone fell on an energy infrastructure facility in the Bryansk region of Russia, causing a fire.
According to U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, China is now the main supplier of raw materials and components for the Russian military-industrial complex, helping Russia rebuild its defense industry despite sanctions and export controls.
Semyon Yeremin, a Russian "war correspondent" for the Izvestia newspaper, was killed during the war in Ukraine.
The Pentagon is preparing to quickly approve an arms package for Ukraine that includes much-needed artillery and air defense equipment as soon as Congress votes on additional funding for Ukraine.
Russians launched a missile attack on civilian infrastructure in Sumy region on April 19, with no casualties reported.
Chief of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov has revealed details of the successful ambush and destruction of a Russian Tu22M3 long-range strategic bomber at a distance of 308 kilometers, expressing hope that Odesa will now feel a little better.
An explosion was heard in Sumy, Ukraine, triggering an air raid in the city and the region, as well as reports of a missile heading toward Chernihiv region.
Only enough air defense and fighter jets can drive Russian aircraft away from Ukraine, according to President Zelenskiy's call for more military assistance.
The grain corridor has been successfully operating and generating foreign exchange earnings despite Russia's attempts to disrupt it: since September last year, 1375 vessels have been operating in the corridor, and international companies are insuring cargo, which is a positive signal for business.
The third culinary hub was opened in Odesa region as part of the school nutrition reform initiated by First Lady Olena Zelenska, which aims to teach school chefs how to prepare delicious, healthy and nutritious meals.
Experts of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise continue to conduct research to fully establish the consequences of the environmental disaster caused by the Russian explosion of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant in southern Ukraine, as new circumstances and facts related to the tragedy are constantly emerging.
Despite Russia's attempts to destroy Ukraine's infrastructure, Odesa region continues to function, with businesses operating and residents preparing for the beach season.
People dressed as geese with the slogan "Touch me - don't touch my business!" came to the Mind Entrepreneur Summit 2024 business conference. They were spotted in the hall during a video speech by Danylo Hetmantsev, chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance, Taxation and Customs Policy, who is known for his controversial position on small business taxation.