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Oleksandra Vasylenko

In journalism - over 14 years, continuing the family business. Member of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine. Graduated from the Institute of Philology of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv with a degree in "Ukrainian Language and Literature, Literary Creativity". Began her professional career as an interviewer for printed publications of the Ministry of Defense. Later collaborated with a number of Ukrainian media: Gazeta.ua, Apostrophe, Obozrevatel, RegioNews, Depo.ua, GreenPost. Area of professional interests - military affairs, socio-political life, economics, business, ecology. Outside of work, she is engaged in literary creativity. Lives in the city of Kryvyi Rih.
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The situation with electricity has improved in Kyiv and the region, but there's a nuance - ShmyhalPhoto

Due to the forecasted cold snap and the risk of new shelling, the energy system remains under increased load and in a state of readiness.

Society • February 14, 04:39 PM • 6175 views
New railway sabotage investigated in Italy during the Olympics

Damage to railway infrastructure caused train delays and is being treated as a criminal offense against the transport system.

Crimes and emergencies • February 14, 04:06 PM • 4730 views
Sybiha warned of nuclear consequences of Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy systemPhoto

Andriy Sybiha appealed to the G7 countries to increase energy assistance to Ukraine and strengthen its air defense. He noted that Ukraine needs about $15 billion to finance air defense.

Politics • February 14, 03:58 PM • 4762 views
NATO confirmed 38 billion euros in aid to Ukraine

The PURL program will help Ukraine purchase more missiles for air defense.

Politics • February 14, 02:55 PM • 4317 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a lawyer sold "immunity" from mobilization and was caught taking a bribePhoto

During the search, the suspect was found to have draft notices and significant amounts of foreign currency.

Society • February 14, 02:07 PM • 5100 views
"I saw the thirst for victory" - Rutte recalled Patron and his trip to Chernihiv region

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that not only people but also animals, including the dog Patron, are unbreakable in Ukraine. He noted that Ukrainians are becoming stronger despite terrible difficulties.

Politics • February 14, 01:24 PM • 8031 views
British Prime Minister: Russia's rearmament will only accelerate if there is a peace agreement in Ukraine

Keir Starmer stated that Russia is building up its potential even amidst the war, which creates a growing risk for all of Europe and NATO. He emphasized that Russia's rearmament could accelerate after the cessation of hostilities in Ukraine.

Politics • February 14, 12:14 PM • 3685 views
Von der Leyen said it was time to revive Europe's mutual defense clause

The European Union is changing its approach to defense, aiming not only to increase spending but also to create its own strategic capabilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a "European awakening" on security issues.

News of the World • February 14, 11:32 AM • 3527 views
New EU security strategy must be based on Ukrainian experience - von der Leyen

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the new European security strategy should be based on mechanisms implemented by Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of using force to protect Europe's interests.

Politics • February 14, 10:54 AM • 3644 views
Rubio called for a reboot of the US-Europe alliance and outlined demands

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated at the Munich Security Conference the need to revive the Alliance between the United States and Europe. He emphasized that Washington wants strong allies capable of defending themselves.

News of the World • February 14, 09:04 AM • 3777 views
Zelenskyy named Putin's goal in negotiations with the US and the recipe for countering it

President Zelenskyy indicated that the Kremlin seeks to normalize relations and ease sanctions through negotiations. He called on the Trump administration to increase pressure on Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 08:47 AM • 3591 views
22 Ukrainians have died on ice since the beginning of the year: how to avoid tragedy

Thaws, temperature fluctuations, and the operation of hydraulic structures in February make reservoirs unpredictable and dangerous for Ukrainians. The ice may seem strong but can break under a person's weight and drag them underwater.

Society • February 12, 05:34 PM • 4690 views
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Checks began in the Verkhovna Rada canteen after suspicions of poisoning MPs

To check all existing versions and find the real reason why the people's deputies fell ill, the sick must submit tests.

Politics • February 12, 04:03 PM • 80167 views
The Rada is preparing election scenarios during the war and is already promising the first document

The working group of the Verkhovna Rada is preparing a basic document on the organization of the electoral process during the war. First Deputy Speaker Oleksandr Kornienko stated that it would be ready in the coming weeks.

Politics • February 12, 02:42 PM • 14232 views
Dozens of MPs fell ill simultaneously on February 12: what happened

There are currently several working theories – from an outbreak of acute respiratory viral diseases in the Verkhovna Rada to food poisoning.

Society • February 12, 11:17 AM • 7313 views
Alina Grosu revealed the gender of her firstborn to the song "Voloshky"Video

The Ukrainian show diva frankly spoke about the fact that she could not get pregnant for a long time and the future appearance of the baby would be a real miracle for her.

Society • February 12, 08:43 AM • 67213 views
The PFU explained how people with limited mobility can quickly renew their pension after payments are suspended

Pensioners can resume suspended payments by choosing any of the available identification methods — online or offline — after which accruals are automatically renewed with compensation for the entire period of delay.

Society • February 11, 01:50 PM • 139330 views
Why hundreds of thousands of pensioners had their payments suspended and how to restore them

In Ukraine, the procedure for physical identification of pensioners has been reinstated, which has caused discussions due to the suspension of payments to hundreds of thousands of people. This procedure, which was in effect before the COVID-19 pandemic, aims to prevent fraud and double payments, especially for those in occupied territories or abroad.

Society • February 11, 10:54 AM • 94066 views
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Minus $2 trillion since October: what broke Bitcoin and has a new crypto crisis begun?

In February 2026, Bitcoin fell to $63,000, and the crypto market lost $2 trillion in capitalization since October 2025. This caused a drop in the shares of companies with large crypto reserves and increased nervousness in stock markets.

Economy • February 7, 10:00 AM • 33714 views
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Marriages from the age of 14 will not happen - the corresponding amendment will not be introduced into the civil code: why they changed their mind and what experts say about itPhoto

Draft law No. 14394, which allowed marriage from the age of 14 under certain conditions, has been withdrawn after public discussions. The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, confirmed the removal of the amendment.

Society • February 6, 02:41 PM • 113745 views
Poland's 48th package is almost ready: Tusk named the volume and mentioned MiG-29s for Ukraine

Poland is finalizing the preparation of the 48th military aid package for Ukraine, worth 200 million zlotys, which will include armored vehicles and MiG-29 fighter jets. This was stated by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on February 5.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 03:01 PM • 5111 views
"After the war, there will be a different army": Zelenskyy announced the reform of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Immediately after signing a peace treaty, Ukraine plans to gradually transform its Armed Forces, numbering around 800,000, into a contract army with voluntary service and increased payments for the front line, with the support of European partners.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 02:44 PM • 4594 views
"The end of the war was not agreed upon": Zelenskyy announced a new round of negotiations in the near future

Ukraine, the US, and Russia have agreed on a new round of negotiations after meetings in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy stated that details are not being disclosed due to the sensitivity of the information.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 02:09 PM • 3522 views
Zelenskyy sharply reacted to Moscow's "signals" regarding the occupied territories

The Ukrainian leader emphasized that negotiations would continue in the near future, and he rejected Russia's demands for international recognition of the occupied territories, stressing that the occupation status is temporary and the territories remain Ukrainian.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:56 PM • 5755 views
Ukraine offers Poland drones in exchange for MiG aircraft: what Zelenskyy said

Ukraine is ready to exchange drones for MiG aircraft with Poland. Strengthening air defense and obtaining appropriate missiles remains a priority for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:45 PM • 4452 views
Estonian customs officers inspected a ship from Ecuador to Russia: was the suspicion of drugs confirmed?

Estonian law enforcement officers, following a tip from international partners, conducted an interdepartmental inspection of the vessel Baltic Spirit, which was en route from Ecuador to Russia. However, suspicions regarding drug trafficking were not confirmed, and the vessel left the port of Muuga.

News of the World • February 5, 01:19 PM • 4080 views
Phishing, "calls from the bank," fake stores - the most common types of fraud: how not to fall into the trap

In Ukraine, cyber fraudsters are increasingly using social engineering to gain access to money and accounts. The article describes the most common types of fraud and provides tips on protection.

Society • February 5, 10:28 AM • 3707 views
Start of the election campaign: formally - no, actually - yes - sociologists published the results of a poll

54. 2% of Ukrainians believe that the election campaign has de facto begun. Volodymyr Zelenskyy leads in the presidential rating with 22.3%, and Zaluzhnyi's party tops the party rating.

Society • February 4, 06:34 PM • 12786 views
Personnel reshuffles on Bankova Street: how society assessed the government's reboot and whether it sees any sense in itPhoto

Ukrainians generally perceived the personnel reshuffles as an opportunity and a source of restrained hope, but not as a genuine system renewal, against the backdrop of fragmented trust, high disapproval ratings, and a sense of an early start to the election campaign.

Society • February 4, 05:45 PM • 4222 views
The state is strengthening "small air defense": a new command for countering drones has been created in the Armed Forces

Ukraine has established a command for unmanned air defense systems, transferring hundreds of crews under the control of the Air Force and simultaneously strengthening the aviation component and partner supplies amid the modernization of enemy UAVs.

War in Ukraine • February 4, 12:00 PM • 3483 views