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A meeting of foreign ministers from Muslim states has begun in Istanbul to support a ceasefire in Gaza and establish international monitoring forces. Representatives from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, Pakistan, and Indonesia are participating in the talks.
Law enforcement officers have returned over 20 million hryvnias to the Kyiv budget, which were embezzled by KCSA officials and entrepreneurs within the framework of the "Turbota. Nazustrich Kyivianam" (Care. Towards Kyiv Residents) program. Two entrepreneurs reimbursed UAH 12.5 million and handed over 6 vehicles to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, bringing the total amount returned to over UAH 20 million.
The National Police have extradited from Armenia the organizer of a fraudulent scheme who defrauded volunteers and military personnel of over 20 million hryvnias. The perpetrator and his accomplices sold non-existent goods, masquerading as volunteer activities.
Berlin authorities are closing the largest reception center for Ukrainian refugees at the former Tegel Airport due to a decrease in the number of new arrivals. A new residential area is planned to be built on its site, and part of the territory will be converted into a permanent refugee arrival center.
Trump will host Syria's new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, at the White House. This is the first official visit of a Syrian president to the United States in 25 years, marking a new stage in relations between Washington and Damascus.
The Pope called for an immediate ceasefire and the opening of humanitarian corridors in Sudan, expressing sorrow over the brutality in Al-Fashir. He also urged the international community to act decisively to support aid efforts.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced concrete agreements with partners regarding support for Ukraine's energy sector this winter. Russia used almost 1,500 attack drones, 1,170 guided aerial bombs, and over 70 missiles in a week.
President Zelenskyy announced a new winter support program "UZ-3000", which will allow every Ukrainian to travel 3000 kilometers by rail within Ukraine for free. The program is currently being developed by "Ukrzaliznytsia".
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed the government to form a winter support package that will include direct aid, special programs for vulnerable groups, and the preservation of fixed prices for gas and electricity. The "UZ-3000" program from Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) has also been announced, which will provide 3,000 km of free travel, and medical programs will be expanded starting in January.
Dog Misha, who was not allowed into the shelter at Teremky metro station during an air raid alert, has found a new family. This was reported by volunteer Snizhana from the animal protection organization "Plyushka".
The police evacuation group "White Angels" evacuated a couple who walked 16 km from frontline Torske to Lyman. Their house burned down, and they hadn't eaten for three days; the woman walked barefoot.
Ukraine returned a 17-year-old teenager from the temporarily occupied territory. The boy lived under pressure from the occupiers for two years; he was forced to study according to the Russian curriculum.
A study by Imperial College London showed that climate change made Hurricane Melissa four times more likely. The Category 5 hurricane, which hit Jamaica, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba, caused $22 billion in damage and left dozens dead.
The IX Ukrainian Women's Congress took place in Kyiv, gathering over 2,500 participants. The general partner of the event was the MHP-Hromadi Charitable Foundation, which has been helping Ukrainians and developing communities for ten years.
Hurricane Melissa reached Cuba less than a day after becoming the strongest storm ever to hit Jamaica, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and forcing hospital evacuations. In Cuba, 735,000 people were evacuated, with rainfall up to 63 cm and storm surges up to 3.7 meters expected.
British-made military equipment has been found in Sudan, used by militants of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) group, accused of genocide. This was revealed in dossiers reviewed by the UN Security Council, raising questions about the UK's arms export policy.
Five volunteers of the International Federation of Red Cross were killed in Sudan while distributing food on October 27. Three more are considered missing after the incident in the city of Bara.
President Zelenskyy stated that the Netherlands is ready to become the first country to open a tribunal against Russian war criminals. The Dutch Foreign Minister also announced the allocation of 25 million euros to Ukraine for energy support.
An explosion in a high-rise building in Khmelnytskyi injured 5 people, including a child. 9 apartments were partially destroyed, 15 more were damaged, and a person is being searched for under the rubble.
Microsoft and OpenAI have agreed to restructure the ChatGPT developer into a public benefit corporation, valuing OpenAI at $500 billion. This gives the company more freedom in business operations and removes restrictions on capital raising.
For Yevhen Sierkov, a physical education teacher from Zaporizhzhia, February 24, 2022, marked the beginning of a new life. Hearing the explosions, he realized it was time to act. By February 26, he had joined the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Today, Ukrenergo repairmen work in conditions of increased danger, because the enemy often deliberately strikes at brigades that go to facilities damaged after an attack. Basic life-saving skills are simply necessary in such a case.
A plane carrying 10 European tourists and a Kenyan pilot crashed off the coast of Kenya. The plane crash occurred en route to the Maasai Mara reserve, and everyone on board died.
Due to the 27-day government shutdown in the USA, over 1660 flights have been delayed, caused by a shortage of air traffic controllers. Approximately 13,000 air traffic controllers and 50,000 TSA employees are working without pay, which exacerbates public outrage.
A new study by Harvard and the University of Massachusetts showed that between 2016 and 2022, almost 19,000 pregnancies in the US ended in stillbirth, which is higher than federal data. About 30% of cases occurred without medical preconditions, and Black families and poorer communities are most affected.
The city of Al-Fashir in Sudan's Darfur has come under the control of the RSF group. This means the RSF has established full control over the region, where the US has accused the group of genocide.
The Ukrainian film "Cuba&Alaska" has been recognized as the best documentary at the Rome International Film Festival. This is the first award in a new category launched this year.
Prince Andrew is in talks with King Charles about leaving the Royal Country Residence, where he has lived for over 20 years. This comes amid public backlash over a free lease agreement and his involvement in the Epstein case.
EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib stated that Benjamin Netanyahu is not a convincing leader for establishing peace in the Middle East. She called for pressure on Israel and warned of prolonged suffering for Palestinians in Gaza.
The number of victims in Kyiv has risen to 31, including 7 children, the youngest being 4 years old, and 3 dead. The UAV attack hit residential buildings in Desnianskyi, Obolonskyi, and Darnytskyi districts.