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Russia demands new territorial concessions from Ukraine - ISW

Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Nebenzya, declares Ukraine's “irretrievable loss” of the occupied territories and demands the transfer of additional regions. Russia also insists on Ukraine's neutral status without the right to join military alliances.

War • February 18, 05:24 AM • 129428 views

Against the EU and Ukraine: Fico and Siyarto again promote Kremlin narratives

Slovakia's prime minister and Hungary's foreign minister criticized the Paris meeting on the deployment of troops in Ukraine. Both politicians support the position against military aid to Kyiv and Ukraine's accession to NATO.

War • February 17, 03:49 PM • 30420 views

Video of alleged shooting of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian soldiers circulates online, letters sent to UN and ICRC - Ombudsman

A video of the alleged shooting of Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian military has appeared on social media. The Ombudsman of Ukraine appeals to the UN and the Red Cross regarding the violation of the Geneva Convention.

War • February 17, 02:15 PM • 29317 views

Peace in Ukraine: the President of Finland named three stages to achieve it

Alexander Stubb presented a three-step plan for achieving peace in Ukraine at the Munich conference. The plan includes rearmament of Ukraine, international monitoring of the ceasefire and long-term negotiations.

War • February 16, 09:43 AM • 66368 views

350 thousand people have lost their homes due to the war in DR Congo: the UN is concerned, the situation in the country is deteriorating

The fighting of the M23 rebels in the DR Congo has left about 350,000 people homeless. 70% of the camps in Goma have been destroyed, and more than 550 thousand people have been forced to flee from dangerous areas.

News of the World • February 14, 04:13 PM • 29386 views

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Ukraine loses sappers due to suspension of funding by the US State Department - ASU

The suspension of funding by the U. S. State Department led to the loss of a significant number of deminers in Ukraine. This funding accounted for almost 50% of the budget of all humanitarian demining programs in the country.

War • February 14, 11:00 AM • 143714 views

China has started recruiting for a planetary defense force due to the threat of an asteroid that could hit the Earth in 2032

China has started recruiting specialists for the planetary defense force due to the asteroid 2024 YR4, which has a 2. 2% chance of colliding with Earth in 2032. SASTIND is looking for young graduates to develop monitoring and early warning systems.

News of the World • February 14, 10:57 AM • 27843 views

International Condom Day and International Self-Love Day: what else is celebrated on February 13

February 13 marks several international holidays, including Condom Day, Self Love Day, and Shawarma Day. Each of them has its own unique history and significance for society.

Society • February 13, 04:53 AM • 34265 views

Low energy prices along with sanctions could force Russia to the negotiating table - Pentagon

The US Secretary of Defense says that low energy prices and sanctions will force Russia to the negotiating table. The US calls on European partners to increase defense spending to 5% and expand aid to Ukraine.

War • February 12, 03:26 PM • 33730 views

Reproductive Health Day, International Day of Science and Humanism: what else is celebrated on February 12

On February 12, the world celebrates the World Day of Reproductive Health, the Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers, and the Day of Science and Humanism. Each holiday has a special meaning and draws attention to important social issues.

Society • February 12, 04:30 AM • 26564 views

Enemy drones spotted over Kyiv region, air defense system in operation

Enemy drones have been spotted in the airspace of Kyiv region. The air defense forces are targeting targets, and the population is urged to take shelter.

War • February 11, 07:37 PM • 34058 views

United24 has raised more than $1 billion to support Ukraine - Zelensky

The United24 platform has raised more than $1 billion in donations from people around the world. The funds are used to supply the military, rebuild infrastructure, and support the medical sector.

Society • February 11, 01:45 PM • 30607 views

International Day of Women and Girls in Science and the Day of Civil Registry Officers in Ukraine: what else is celebrated on February 11

February 11 marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. We are telling you about prominent women scientists whose revolutionary discoveries, from DNA to Wi-Fi, were appropriated by men.

Society • February 11, 04:30 AM • 115683 views

World Epilepsy Day and Household Day: what the world celebrates on February 10

On February 10, the world celebrates the International Day Against Epilepsy, World Legume Day, and the Slavic holiday of the Householder's Day. Each holiday has its own unique history and celebration traditions.

Society • February 10, 04:52 AM • 27831 views

Taliban forbids UN staff in Herat to work without beards

In the city of Herat, the Taliban have banned male UN staff from shaving, threatening them with imprisonment. This comes amid growing restrictions on humanitarian missions in Afghanistan, where the number of violations has increased by 56%.

News of the World • February 9, 02:36 PM • 30290 views

By the end of the year, Europe hopes to establish a special tribunal to consider Russia's aggression against Ukraine

The Council of Europe intends to establish a special tribunal to review Russia's aggression against Ukraine by the end of 2025. 40 countries and the EU are already working on the legal framework for the future tribunal.

War • February 7, 02:43 PM • 29101 views

UN calls to stop bloodshed in DR Congo

The UN Secretary-General has called for an end to the fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo after M23 rebels seized the city of Goma. Since the beginning of 2025, the conflict has claimed more than 3,000 lives and forced 700,000 people to flee their homes.

News of the World • February 7, 11:28 AM • 23730 views

Occupants force children in the occupied territories to write letters to their military

In the occupied territories, children are involved in propaganda campaigns in support of the enemy troops. They are forced to write letters and draw for the russian military fighting against Ukraine.

Society • February 7, 03:43 AM • 51057 views

WhatsApp warns of large-scale cyberattack on journalists in 14 EU countries

WhatsApp has detected cyberattacks on about 100 journalists and activists in Europe via Graphite spyware from Paragon Solutions. The attacks were carried out through a zero-click vulnerability in group chats.

News of the World • February 6, 04:03 PM • 30072 views

January broke the temperature record despite expectations of cooling from La Niña

January 2024 was the hottest January on record, exceeding pre-industrial levels by 1. 75°C. The La Niña phenomenon turned out to be weaker than predicted and failed to curb the rise in global temperatures.

News of the World • February 6, 06:19 AM • 25583 views

World Cell Phone Free Day and International Bartender's Day: what else is celebrated on February 6

On February 6, the world celebrates No Cell Phone Day, Bartender's Day, and the Day Against Female Genital Mutilation. Each holiday has its own unique history and meaning.

Society • February 6, 04:59 AM • 31229 views

Spain detains hacker suspected of cyberattacks on NATO and UN websites

Spanish police have detained an 18-year-old hacker who carried out more than 40 cyberattacks on international organizations in 2024. During the search, computers and 50 cryptocurrency accounts were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • February 5, 09:07 PM • 33204 views

M23 militants violate ceasefire and seize Nyabibwe town in DR Congo

M23 militants and Rwandan troops have resumed their offensive in eastern DR Congo, despite the announced ceasefire. The city of Nyabibwe, 96 kilometers from the capital of South Kivu province, was captured.

News of the World • February 5, 04:26 PM • 27468 views

Trump's plan for a “Riviera of the Middle East” in Gaza draws international condemnation

Donald Trump has proposed to transfer Gaza to US control and turn it into a resort area after resettling the locals. The plan drew harsh criticism from the international community and Hamas.

News of the World • February 5, 12:48 PM • 31564 views

Lithuania has shown impressive results of integration of Ukrainian refugees - UN data

53% of Ukrainian refugees in Lithuania have official jobs, and 83% of children attend school. The UN will allocate $10.9 million to further support 55,000 refugees until 2025.

Economy • February 5, 12:20 PM • 39832 views

Trump signs executive order to withdraw the US from the UN Human Rights Council

US President Donald Trump has signed a document to end his participation in the UN Human Rights Council and UNRWA. He also issued a directive to increase pressure on Iran and stated that the United States disproportionately funds the UN.

News of the World • February 4, 08:33 PM • 56282 views

Russian Federation and Russian Orthodox Church destroy religious freedom in the occupied territories of Ukraine - Foreign Ministry

The Russian Federation and the Russian Orthodox Church systematically violate international humanitarian law in the occupied territories of Ukraine. Religious communities are being forcibly subjugated and the clergy of various denominations are being repressed.

War • February 4, 08:28 PM • 28061 views

Attacks in Sudan kill 65 people, wound several others

Shelling and air strikes in various regions of Sudan have killed at least 65 people and wounded more than 130. The attacks took place in Kadugli and Nyala, where fighting between government forces and rebels continues.

News of the World • February 4, 07:22 AM • 23801 views

Rebels in DR Congo declare a ceasefire for “humanitarian reasons”

An alliance of rebel groups in eastern DR Congo has announced a humanitarian ceasefire. According to the UN, 900 people were killed in the recent battles for Goma, and more than 400,000 became refugees.

News of the World • February 4, 06:53 AM • 23525 views

February 4: International Day of Human Brotherhood, Day of Vacuum Creation

The United Nations established the International Day of Human Brotherhood in honor of the historic meeting between the Pope and the Grand Imam in Abu Dhabi. On the same day, the Day of the Creation of Vacuum is celebrated and the memory of Isidore of Pilusiot is honored.

Society • February 4, 04:20 AM • 28033 views

Meeting with representatives of the "coalition of the willing" is to be held on April 4 - Zelenskyy

Trump is disappointed with the leaders of Ukraine and Russia - White House

Ukraine has received another €3.5 billion from the EU within the Ukraine Facility

NABU “detained” minor children on the highway near Kyiv - they were forbidden to call a lawyer, citing the order of the leadership

Aiding the Russian Federation: the prosecutor's office named the leading regions in terms of the number of crimes

Drug manufacturers pay the least taxes among the pharmaceutical industry - State Tax Service

“Wiretapping” in the lawyers' office: The National Association has filed a complaint with the Prosecutor General and the SBI about a gross crime by the NABU

Ukraine will work with the US to reach a mutually acceptable text of the agreement on minerals - Sybiha

NABU installed "wiretapping" in the office of Kyiv lawyers - an unprecedented violation of attorney-client privilege

What will change from April 1, 2025: recalculation of pensions, rebooking and cigarette prices

Meghan Markle promotes her jams by posting "behind the scenes" photos

“Large-scale update continues”: ARMA found a new justification for the ineffective register of seized assets

Kornienko on elections: at least six months are needed after the end of martial law

General Staff: almost a third of the battles - in the Pokrovsk direction, the enemy is active in the Siversky direction

Due to weather conditions and nearby explosions: the flag on the highest flagpole was replaced in Kharkiv

“Large-scale update continues”: ARMA found a new justification for the ineffective register of seized assets

What will change from April 1, 2025: recalculation of pensions, rebooking and cigarette prices

"Liberation Day of America" - when Trump's tariffs come into force and what you should know about it

Energy of the week after the eclipse: analysis, pause and rethinkingExclusive

New US-Ukraine agreement: what officials on both sides of the Atlantic are saying about it and whether Ukrainians should worry

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