US President Donald Trump on Sunday participated in the signing of a peace agreement between Cambodia and Thailand during the Southeast Asian summit in Malaysia. He credited himself with resolving the conflict, which previously led to the deaths of dozens of civilians and hundreds of thousands of displaced persons.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited a new command center in southern Israel, expressing cautious optimism about Trump's peace deal, which has faced challenges due to bloodshed in Gaza and political intrigue. The center coordinates humanitarian, logistical, and security operations in Gaza, involving 200 US military personnel and international partners.
US sends aircraft carrier to waters off the coast of South America as part of another escalation and military buildup.
India's leading buyer of Russian oil, Reliance Industries Ltd, will comply with Western sanctions against Moscow. The company has a long-term agreement to purchase almost 500,000 barrels of crude oil per day from Russian oil giant Rosneft.
Tropical Storm Melissa brings torrential rains, increasing the risk of floods and landslides in Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic. The storm is predicted to intensify into a powerful Category 4 hurricane by Monday.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is not trying to stop the war without the US, as Putin seeks to divide Ukraine and its partners. He emphasized the importance of the 19th sanctions package and pressure from the US as tools to influence Putin.
The European Union has adopted new rules on driving licenses, including digital licenses and cross-border penalties. This is part of a plan to reduce road fatalities, which reached almost 20,000 last year, by 2050.
With the cooling weather, it's worth switching to nutritious autumn lunches that will provide the body with energy and vitamins. UNN offers five recipes for delicious and healthy autumn dishes, including pumpkin and curry soup, as well as baked pasta with sausages.
The European Commission stated that Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok violate EU legislation by not providing users with easy ways to report illegal content. The companies face fines of up to 6% of their annual global turnover.
28-year-old American Lynn Shazin was hospitalized with anemia caused by excessive consumption of matcha latte. The doctor explained that matcha can act as an "iron scavenger," preventing its absorption by the body.
Today, October 24, marks World Kangaroo Day, dedicated to the protection of the largest marsupial mammal. Also celebrated is International Diplomats Day, which honors their role in maintaining peace.
The Czech volunteer initiative Darek pro Putina has closed fundraising for the Ukrainian ballistic missile "Flamingo", raising almost 13. 2 million Czech crowns. This exceeded the required amount of 12.5 million crowns in a record 48 hours.
In Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia region, Russian troops struck a fire and rescue vehicle with an FPV drone. One rescuer sustained a shoulder injury and a mine-blast trauma.
Lionel Messi has extended his contract with Inter Miami until 2028, remaining in the US ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This move confirms his participation in competitive football until the 2026 World Cup and fuels interest in the sport in the US, increasing the club's valuation.
Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius proposes that EU countries use funds from the €150 billion investment plan to support Ukraine. Some countries have already expressed their readiness to apply loans from the 'Security Actions for Europe' program for Kyiv.
In Rostov-on-Don, Russians sentenced the administrator of a Telegram channel from Melitopol to 14 years, accusing her of terrorism.
The Cabinet of Ministers decided to allocate UAH 8 billion to JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia" to ensure stable operations under martial law.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that since 2022, Russia has killed 135 journalists who were covering the truth about the war. He thanked the media community for their work, which puts pressure on Russia.
A People's Deputy swore using obscene language during a live broadcast of a Verkhovna Rada session. This happened because he was not allowed to speak during the consideration of a bill on parking for families with children.
China will focus on technological self-sufficiency and innovation in a new five-year plan, which will begin in 2026. The country's government has outlined key priorities, including the development of its own semiconductor supply chain and stimulating domestic demand.
Yurii Ihnat, head of the communications department of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, stated that the production and transfer of Gripen fighters is a complex and lengthy process. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson believes that the delivery of the aircraft could begin within three years.
Autumn is becoming a popular time for holidays in Ukraine and abroad due to lower prices and mild weather. The Carpathians, Lviv region, and Zakarpattia remain leaders in domestic tourism, while Turkey and Egypt are among the foreign destinations.
Google has launched an algorithm on its Willow quantum chip that outperformed supercomputers by 13,000 times. This paves the way for useful applications of quantum technology within five years.
A new UN-backed forum has been launched to tackle debt problems in developing countries. Global public debt reached $102 trillion in 2024.
Of the EU's 185 billion euro reparations credit, 40 billion will cover Ukraine's budget needs, 100 billion will go to military needs, and 45 billion euros will cover the ERA program. The European Commission is working on the implementation mechanism, and the instrument is expected to become available in the first quarter of 2026.
The Deputy Minister of Finance of the Russian Federation urges citizens to buy federal loan bonds and gold to "patch up" the budget deficit. This will allow the Kremlin to continue financing the war, shifting the burden onto the population.
In Kyiv, two lawyers were exposed for attempting to bribe a judge to secure an acquittal for their client. They were preparing to offer an unlawful benefit to the judge for issuing an acquittal in a case concerning the embezzlement of sand from JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia."
The Swedish Embassy in Ukraine published a funny photo of a cat at the controls of a Gripen fighter, commenting on the future supply of these aircraft. This was a reaction to the signing of a letter of cooperation between Ukraine and Sweden on the development of air capabilities.
Hungary plans to buy nuclear fuel from the US, but will not stop importing from Russia. This will allow diversifying purchases and ensuring safe maintenance of nuclear facilities.
Deputy Prosecutor General Mariia Vdovychenko reported five victims of sexual violence by Andrii Bilous, former artistic director of the Kyiv Academic "Molodyy Theater" and lecturer at KNUTKiT named after Karpenko-Karyi. The Pechersk District Court of Kyiv arrested him without the possibility of bail until December 17.
