In Ukraine, more than 100 couples of servicemen have used the priority online marriage registration. The service is implemented by the Ministry of Justice jointly with the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Digital Transformation.
In Ternopil, an inspector of the Educational Security Service discovered a polyethylene bag with a powdery substance similar to a psychotropic substance in a 15-year-old schoolgirl. A criminal proceeding has been initiated on this fact.
In Vinnytsia region, the SBU detained a deputy, a lawyer and his accomplice, who demanded money from the widow of a fallen soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the demobilization of her son. The perpetrators face up to 8 years in prison.
Ukraine summoned China's chargé d'affaires over the participation of Chinese citizens in the war on the side of Russia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that this undermines trust in Beijing and casts doubt on their position on peace.
The Cabinet has amended the procedure for training graduate students and doctoral students. Now a state test in Ukrainian and foreign languages is mandatory, as well as an entrance exam in a foreign language, regardless of the availability of a certificate.
The Prime Minister of Belgium announced a package of aid to Ukraine in the amount of 1 billion euros for 2025 and 1 billion annually for defense needs. Also, Belgium will transfer 2 F-16s to Ukraine in 2024 and 2 in 2025.
The US is moving military equipment and personnel from Jasionka in Poland, but aid to Ukraine will continue. The decision was made to optimize operations and support partners.
Soyuz rocket launches from Baikonur, delivering Kim, Ryzhikov, and Zubritsky to the ISS.
Changes to the legislation on martial law are needed to hold local elections. The decision rests with the Verkhovna Rada, which will determine the list of communities where elections are impossible.
In occupied Mariupol, spontaneous graves of Mariupol residents who died during the storming of the city are still being discovered. According to the Associated Press, more than 10,000 new burials have been discovered there.
In Vovchansk, a 64-year-old man was seriously injured as a result of an explosive device being dropped from a drone. The victim was hospitalized in serious condition.
According to Copernicus, March 2025 was the warmest in Europe since 1940, with average temperatures exceeding the norm by 2. 41°C. Arctic sea ice reached a record low.
Estonia wants to give the military the right to use force against ships that could damage infrastructure. In extreme cases, the ship can be sunk after the crew is evacuated.
Diabetes in pregnant women increases the risk of brain development disorders in children by 28%, including autism and ADHD. The risk is higher with diabetes before pregnancy.
The Trump administration has approved a US defense budget of about $1 trillion. The Secretary of Defense noted that this is the largest budget for the military.
Mercedes-Benz sales fell by 7% in the first quarter of 2024, due to a 21% decrease in van sales. Electric vehicle sales fell by 14%.
Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU aims to expand business with other countries due to US tariffs. A working group is also being created to monitor dumping in EU markets.
Expert talks between Russia, China and Iran on Iran's nuclear program will take place in Moscow. The trilateral meeting will discuss aspects related to the nuclear issue.
Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU has proposed zero tariffs on industrial goods to the United States and is ready for countermeasures. Vietnam also wants to reduce tariffs for the United States to zero.
Investment bank Goldman Sachs raised the probability of a recession in the US to 45% due to the escalation of Trump's "trade war". Other banks have also worsened their forecasts due to fears of inflation and retaliatory measures.
As a result of the shelling of Kostyantynivka, Donetsk region, one person died, two were injured, including a 9-year-old girl. Houses, administrative buildings and a shop were damaged in the city.
The UK government plans to close hundreds of state institutions to reform the state apparatus and reduce costs. The reforms will not affect those quangos that oversee the work of the government.
The price of Russian Urals oil has decreased due to the strengthening of sanctions. According to the head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, the critical price will be an indicator of 40 dollars per barrel.
The German Ministry of Internal Affairs supported the idea of preparing young people for crisis situations and advises Germans to stock up on food, water and essential items.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and approved for use the D-21-12R ground robotic complex. It can perform surveillance, patrolling, and fire support tasks.
US stock index futures and Asian stocks fell sharply after Trump announced he would maintain large-scale tariffs. The fall occurred amid fears of a global economic recession.
European countries may review the status of Ukrainian refugees after the end of the war. There is no clear plan of action regarding their stay in the EU after the end of the conflict.
The Full Moon will meet Spica, the brightest star in the constellation Virgo, on April 12. Light from Spica travels for 250 years, and from the Moon – 1.3 seconds.
The presidential election campaign has officially started in Romania. Polls show that two sovereignist candidates may reach the second round.
Preliminary, an electric car Nissan LEAF caught fire due to a short circuit. The spokesman of the State Emergency Service denied rumors about the explosion, explaining that the bang could have been caused by a short circuit.
