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EU ambassadors agree to use proceeds from frozen Russian assets to help rebuild Ukraine

EU ambassadors have agreed to use the proceeds of frozen Russian assets to help rebuild Ukraine. This was reported by Belgium, which holds the presidency of the EU Council.

War • January 29, 08:59 PM • 100268 views

EU wants to extend preferential trade regime with Ukraine, but with concessions for Poland - media

The European Commission may approve the extension of preferential trade with Ukraine until 2025, taking into account Poland's proposals to restrict imports of certain Ukrainian goods.

Economy • January 29, 06:16 PM • 74370 views

We will not be able to create a unified formula at once, there will be bilateral agreements on multiple citizenship - Mezentseva

Ukraine will sign bilateral agreements to regulate many citizenship issues rather than create a unified formula, according to MP Maria Mezentseva. She said that Ukraine will take into account the experience of other countries, but will bring some aspects closer to itself even before joining the EU.

Politics • January 29, 05:17 PM • 108516 views

Ukraine and Hungary to convene a special commission to finalize issues of minority rights

Ukraine and Hungary have agreed to set up a commission to finally resolve issues related to national minority rights. The commission will have 10 days to present an understanding of how to resolve the issues raised by Hungary regarding the protection of minority rights.

Society • January 29, 04:36 PM • 46812 views

EU extends economic sanctions against Russia for another six months

The European Council has extended economic sanctions against Russia for another 6 months until July 31, 2024 in response to Russia's actions to destabilize the situation in Ukraine. The sanctions, first introduced in 2014, have been significantly expanded since February 2022 and include restrictions on trade, finance, technology, industry, transportation and luxury goods.

Politics • January 29, 02:02 PM • 23874 views

EU denies plans to force Hungary to approve aid to Ukraine - media

The EU denies reports that it plans to impose financial sanctions on Hungary to force it to agree to fund aid to Ukraine.

Politics • January 29, 01:55 PM • 26540 views

Hungarian and Romanian populists draw attention to themselves with statements on annexation of Ukrainian regions - Center for Strategic Communications

The Hungarian and Romanian politicians who have made statements about the annexation of parts of Ukraine are not representatives of the official authorities of their countries. Both governments support the territorial integrity of Ukraine.

Politics • January 29, 12:31 PM • 26468 views

Peace Summit, Ukraine-Balkans meeting, air defense and artillery: Zelenskyy talks with Greek Prime Minister

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis preparations for the second Ukraine-Balkans summit, invited Greece to organize the Global Peace Summit, and informed him of Ukraine's defense needs, particularly in air defense and artillery. They also discussed unblocking €50 billion in EU aid to Ukraine.

War • January 29, 12:25 PM • 29038 views

SBU detains organizers of mobilization evasion schemes, including local hospital officials

The Security Service of Ukraine dismantled 5 schemes that helped evaders to illegally evade mobilization or leave Ukraine, including through forged medical documents and illegal transportation abroad. More than 50 potential conscripts were prevented from leaving the country.

Crimes and emergencies • January 29, 11:58 AM • 24302 views

Financial Times: EU to punish Hungary financially if Orban blocks aid package for Ukraine

The EU is considering plans to financially punish Hungary if it continues to block a €50 billion aid package to Ukraine. Possible measures include weakening the Hungarian currency and undermining investor confidence to hurt its economy.

Economy • January 28, 10:33 PM • 110304 views

"We are preparing new defense packages for our soldiers" - Zelenskyy

Zelenskiy announced new defense assistance agreements with partners to strengthen the Ukrainian army. He said Ukraine would receive more weapons, ammunition, and equipment from defense coalitions every week.

War • January 28, 07:30 PM • 31408 views

Scholz calls on EU countries to increase assistance to Ukraine

In 2024, Germany will spend more than 7 billion euros ($7. 6 billion) to help Ukraine. European allies should step up their support for Kyiv.

Politics • January 28, 05:17 PM • 111534 views

The French government promised farmers additional measures to protect them from unfair competition

The French Prime Minister has promised additional measures to protect French farmers from unfair competition. This comes after farmers complained about income problems, regulation and environmental standards that put them at a disadvantage compared to foreign competitors.

News of the World • January 28, 03:06 PM • 36169 views

President: Ukraine and the West are close to a decision on confiscation of russian assets

Ukraine and its Western partners have made progress in working on a decision to confiscate frozen russian assets. These assets can be used to finance Ukraine's defense against russian aggression. Further EU sanctions against russia are also being prepared.

War • January 27, 06:02 PM • 112870 views

Kuleba discusses joint production of drones for the Armed Forces with Lithuanian Foreign Minister

Ukraine and Lithuania are identifying joint steps to increase the production of drones for the needs of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The two countries plan to combine Lithuanian drone production technologies with Ukraine's ability to scale up production.

War • January 27, 12:28 PM • 32862 views

russian millionaires tried to fraudulently obtain Moldovan citizenship

russian oligarchs tried to fraudulently obtain Moldovan citizenship in 2022-2023, according to the head of the Public Services Agency of Moldova.

News of the World • January 27, 08:24 AM • 34393 views

The European Union condemns the use of the death penalty using nitrogen in the United States

The EU condemned the US for the execution of Kenneth Eugene Smith in Alabama using nitrogen gas. The EU opposes the death penalty in all cases as a violation of the right to life and human dignity.

News of the World • January 27, 04:01 AM • 29089 views

Denmark to allocate $8.7 million to Ukraine to support fight against corruption

Denmark will allocate $8. 75 million to support Ukraine's anti-corruption efforts as part of the EU's Anti-Corruption Initiative in Ukraine. This was announced by the Danish Foreign Minister during his visit to Ukraine.

Politics • January 27, 03:25 AM • 103079 views

Taiwan supplies Russia with metalworking machines needed for military technologies - The Insider.

Since the invasion, Taiwan has become the largest supplier of metalworking machines to Russia, delivering $29 million worth of equipment through Turkey, despite Taiwan's pro-Ukrainian stance. These machines are vital to Russia's military industry for the production of precision weapons, but sanctions do not restrict the export of most Taiwanese machines.

War • January 26, 11:41 PM • 30887 views

One country's veto of Ukraine's aspirations 'would be irresponsibility of the others', deputy PM says

Olga Stefanishyna, Ukraine's deputy prime minister, warns that one country vetoing Ukraine's aspirations will be seen as irresponsible of the others, amid fears that Hungary will block Ukraine's EU accession talks.

Politics • November 24, 03:42 PM • 25038 views

April snowfall: Ukrainian Railways responded whether the bad weather affected train traffic

Ukraine is in mourning today for those killed in the Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih

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Ukraine's foreign partners reacted to the brutal strike by Russia on civilians in Kryvyi Rih

We have information that the US is close to taking measures towards a ceasefire - Zelensky

Next week, lawyers will present Zelensky with the Ukrainian draft agreement with the USA

In Ukraine, Trump's customs policy will affect prices for goods with foreign components - expert

Delivery vs pharmacy: can the post office replace the pharmacy infrastructure

Increasing electricity and gas tariffs is not on the agenda - Ministry of Energy

Elton John confessed that due to vision loss, he "can't see his sons playing sports"

China prepares for full-fledged trade war with the US after Trump imposes tariffs - WSJ

Zelenskyy: The threat from the Black Sea is another reason to strengthen Ukraine's defense

"For the children": Border guards of "Shkval" are taking revenge on the Russians for the tragedy in Kryvyi Rih

Killing of humanitarian workers in Gaza: video refutes IDF version

"Manual" Deposit Guarantee Fund against depositors. What did Hetmantsev plan

April 5th - International Soup Day: Recipes everyone should try

Ukraine is preparing to legalize cryptocurrencies: a chance for the budget or a risk for the economy

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