Prince William of Wales will attend the opening ceremony of Notre-Dame Cathedral after a 5-year restoration. The opening ceremony will also be attended by French President Macron and other world leaders.
After a historic high, bitcoin fell to 9 98. 6 thousand due to rising unemployment in the United States. Other cryptocurrencies are also showing declines, with the exception of XRP, which hit a six-year high.
Zelensky and Trump may meet at the opening of the restored Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. This possibility was reported by a Ukrainian source to AFP.
Canada has announced the opening of new consulates in Alaska and Greenland to deepen the Arctic partnership. The decision is aimed at improving relations with the United States and strengthening cooperation with NATO's northern allies.
The Hungarian Information Office monitored OLAF representatives during their visits to the country in 2015-2017. Intelligence tapped phones, searched hotel rooms, and copied data from the laptops of European officials.
Political expert Petro Oleshchuk said that Poroshenko's visit to the United States will remind Republicans of Ukraine's interference in the 2016 elections. The expert recalled the scandal with the "Black Book" and support for Hillary Clinton.
Donald Trump announced the appointment of ex-senator David Purdue as the new US ambassador to China. Purdue, who has a background in Asia and has supported challenging the 2020 election, will replace Nicholas Burns.
Head of the OP Andrey Ermak met with representatives of the team of Donald Trump to discuss Russia's plans. Meetings were also held with US officials and business representatives.
The USA has developed a plan to strengthen Ukraine's military position by providing weapons and new sanctions against the Russian Federation. The plan includes the supply of equipment, military training, and a $20 billion credit from frozen Russian assets.
Donald Trump has appointed technology investor David Sachs to be responsible for US cryptocurrency policy. Sachs will also chair the Presidential Council of Science and Technology Advisers.
the Kremlin launched a large-scale campaign to spread anti-Ukrainian fakes in the United States after Trump's victory. Fake videos and regulations are aimed at undermining American support for Ukraine.
In an interview with Tucker Carlson, the Russian Foreign Minister voiced demands to end the war, including a NATO ban in Ukraine. Lavrov also commented on the possible Trump presidency and relations with the United States.
The G7 leaders will meet for an online summit on December 13 to discuss the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East. They will also consider the possibility of introducing additional sanctions against Russia and North Korea.
The head of the OP, Andrey Ermak, met with representatives of the future Trump administration in Washington. The Ukrainian side presented an assessment of the situation at the front and discussed the defense strategy.
The Trump administration is in talks with the Bahamas, Panama and other countries to accept deported migrants. The plan could affect hundreds of thousands of people who will be sent to countries without ties to their culture.
British Minister for Veterans Affairs Alistair Carnes has warned of possible significant losses of the British army in the event of a large-scale war. According to him, the current army of 72,510 servicemen needs to quickly build up reserves.
OP chairman Yermak meets with the incoming Trump administration in Washington. Possible options for a peaceful settlement are discussed, including the issue of territories and NATO membership.
Donald Trump's lawyer has appealed the dismissal of charges in the Georgia election interference case. The defense argues that as president-elect, Trump has full immunity from prosecution.
The cryptocurrency Bitcoin has for the first time in history exceeded the $100,000 mark, reaching $103,335. The growth occurred after the victory of Donald Trump in the US presidential election and his promise to make the country the "crypto capital of the planet".
The delegation led by Yermak met with future Trump advisers Volz and Kellogg. The purpose of the visit was to establish cooperation to gain support in the war against Russia.
NATO countries are discussing various options for ending the war in Ukraine, including the creation of a demilitarized zone guarded by European troops. The talks are taking place against the backdrop of an unstable situation and the need for a rapid response.
Donald Trump is considering the candidacy of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to replace Pete Hagel as US Secretary of Defense. The reason for the possible replacement was allegations about Hagesse's personal life and doubts about his confirmation by the Senate.
Mike Johnson said that the issue of additional aid to Ukraine will not be considered until after Trump's inauguration. The speaker believes that Trump's election is already changing the dynamics of the war.
Trump's advisers are developing plans to end the war in Ukraine, which include concessions to Russia and the rejection of NATO. The plan includes freezing the front lines and a carrot-and-stick system for both sides.
The invaders are planning a new offensive on Kherson and have assembled 300 boats to cross the Dnieper. According to the FT, this is part of Russia's plan to increase pressure on Kiev before Trump's potential return to the White House.
The UN has requested гуманіт 47 billion in humanitarian aid for 32 countries in 2025. The current demand for 2024 is only 43% funded, which is one of the worst figures in history.
The Pentagon allocates військової 725 million in military assistance to Ukraine, including three types of remote mining systems ADAM, MOMS and Volcano. The aid package also includes drones, MANPADS, and anti-tank missiles.
The Palestinian organizations Hamas and Fatah have agreed to create a committee of 10-15 independent individuals to manage the Gaza Strip. The committee will report to the Palestinian Authority and deal with humanitarian assistance and reconstruction.
The US special committee has completed a two-year investigation into the COVID-19 pandemic and published a 520-page report. The document confirms the theory of a virus leak from a laboratory in Uman and reveals numerous violations during the pandemic.
During a meeting in Mar-a-Lago, Trump proposed to Canada as the 51st US state if the country could not withstand the 25% duty. The proposal drew a "nervous laugh" from the Canadian delegation led by Trudeau.