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Opponents of Ukrainian clubs in the second qualifying round of European competitions have been determined

Dynamo will play against PAOK in case of success, while LNZ and Polissya will face Gent and Copenhagen. The qualifying matches will take place on July 23 and 30.

Sports • 01:19 PM • 896 views
Belgium national team failed to beat Egypt in the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The Group G match between Belgium and Egypt ended in a 1-1 draw. In the second match of the first round in Group G, the national teams of Iran and New Zealand will face each other.

Sports • June 15, 09:32 PM • 5386 views
Ukraine received another mine countermeasures vessel from the Netherlands – it was named "Henichesk"Photo

The Netherlands has handed over an Alkmaar-class minehunter named Henichesk to Ukraine. The fleet now has five such vessels for searching for and neutralizing naval mines.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 10:55 AM • 6121 views
Twenty-two countries have accused Iran of attacks abroad and called for them to stop

The US and 21 other countries demand that Iran cease attacks on individuals abroad. Tehran's intelligence services are accused of using organized crime for terrorist acts.

News of the World • June 11, 06:25 AM • 3616 views
Ukrainian Embassy asks Luxembourg to cancel concert of Russian singer Netrebko over support for the Russian Federation

Ukraine demands the cancellation of Anna Netrebko's concert in Luxembourg due to her ties to the Kremlin. Diplomats urged the authorities to reconsider the decision regarding the singer's performance.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 08:23 PM • 11518 views
Iranian footballers will be able to enter the US the day before 2026 World Cup matches, despite previous reports – Reuters

US authorities have refuted rumors about restricting the Iranian national team's stay to only the match day. Players were issued visas, but some staff members were denied entry.

Sports • June 10, 02:00 PM • 3662 views
Five EU countries propose cutting voting rights for new bloc members - Reuters

Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.

Politics • June 10, 11:58 AM • 5265 views
Failure of the €100bn European fighter jet program forced a search for a replacement - Politico

Due to disagreements between Dassault and Airbus, Berlin has halted the FCAS program. Countries are now considering purchasing F-35s or joining other projects.

News of the World • June 10, 05:59 AM • 6971 views
Champions League winner Divock Origi retires at 31Video

Forward Divock Origi has retired after spells at Liverpool and AC Milan. The player is remembered for his decisive goals in the Champions League and at World Cups.

Sports • June 8, 07:45 PM • 3038 views
It is not up to Putin to choose, and "someone who does not need a Nobel Peace Prize" is required – EU ministers comment on an envoy for negotiations with Russia

EU ministers in Cyprus rejected Russia's attempts to choose a negotiator from Europe. Kaja Kallas emphasized that the bloc will present a united front in the negotiations.

Politics • May 28, 10:38 AM • 3921 views
Estonia warns EU against direct negotiations with Russia due to risk of becoming a "neutral mediator"

Estonia's Foreign Minister stated that negotiations with the RF would turn the EU into a neutral mediator. Disputes continue within the European Union regarding the expediency of direct contacts.

Politics • May 26, 04:44 PM • 4197 views
Collision between train and school bus in Belgium claims four livesVideo

In Buggenhout, Belgium, two adults and two teenagers were killed in an accident. Five children were injured, and the prosecutor's office has launched an investigation.

News of the World • May 26, 11:02 AM • 3711 views
In Belgium, a train collided with a school bus at a crossing, fatalities reportedVideo

In the Belgian town of Buggenhout, a collision occurred between a train and a school bus. As a result of the accident at a closed crossing, several people were killed.

News of the World • May 26, 09:53 AM • 3494 views
Iran moved its 2026 World Cup base football camp from the USA to Mexico

Iran moved its 2026 World Cup base from the USA to Mexico due to security risks. FIFA has officially approved the change of the national team's training location.

Sports • May 24, 12:57 AM • 5614 views
Lithuania urged the EU to return to the issue of using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine

Lithuania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. The previous 50-billion-euro loan was described as only a temporary solution.

Economy • May 23, 10:16 PM • 11654 views
Congo national football team issued strict demand ahead of World Cup due to Ebola outbreak

The Congo national team must isolate for 21 days in Belgium due to an Ebola outbreak in the country. Otherwise, the United States will ban the players from entering for the World Cup.

Sports • May 23, 07:00 PM • 4494 views
“It’s laughable when they say that”: Shevchenko commented on rumors about blocking Yarmolenko's recordsVideo

The UAF President dismissed rumors about ignoring Yarmolenko due to his scoring record as jokes. Currently, the winger has 46 goals for the Ukrainian national team.

Sports • May 18, 12:07 PM • 2924 views
Georgia refused to participate in the creation of a special tribunal for the Russian leadership

Tbilisi did not sign the agreement on the committee of the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. Georgia's Foreign Minister explained this by citing additional risks for the country.

Politics • May 16, 05:39 PM • 11589 views
First finalists of Eurovision 2026 determinedPhoto

The first ten Eurovision finalists have been selected in Vienna. Ukrainian artist Leleka will perform in the second semi-final on May 14.

Culture • May 12, 09:28 PM • 8402 views
The first semi-final of Eurovision 2026 has kicked off in ViennaVideo

The first semi-final of Eurovision has started in Vienna, where 15 artists are competing for 10 spots in the final. Representatives from Italy and Germany will also perform.

Culture • May 12, 07:35 PM • 5367 views
Citizens of various countries, including Ukraine, evacuated to the Netherlands from a liner with hantavirus

Twenty-six people of various nationalities, including Ukrainians, were evacuated from the MV Hondius vessel due to a hantavirus outbreak. The passengers were sent into strict quarantine.

Health • May 11, 05:36 AM • 5082 views
Sybiha to participate in EU and NATO events in Brussels tomorrow

Andrii Sybiha will visit Brussels on May 11 to participate in EU and NATO events. The Minister will discuss EU accession and the return of abducted Ukrainian children.

Politics • May 10, 03:16 PM • 7004 views
Spain establishes disembarkation procedure for citizens from the vessel Hondius following hantavirus outbreak

Evacuation has begun following a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel Hondius, where three people died. Repatriation flights to various countries will be completed by tomorrow.

News of the World • May 10, 08:55 AM • 4811 views
Belgian media report 53 F-16s for Ukraine, although officially only 30 fighters were mentioned

Belgium may transfer 53 F-16 aircraft to Ukraine instead of the previously announced 30. The delivery schedule is set through 2029 and depends on the receipt of F-35s.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 11:57 PM • 14755 views
"This is not another Covid" - WHO chief sends message to Tenerife as hantavirus-stricken liner approachesPhoto

Three people have died due to a hantavirus outbreak. The head of the WHO will arrive in Tenerife to oversee the safe evacuation of passengers from the vessel MV Hondius.

Health • May 9, 05:58 PM • 6380 views
Netherlands propose using €210 billion in frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine - Politico

The Netherlands propose directing 210 billion euros of Russian assets toward Ukraine's defense. The initiative was discussed at a closed-door meeting of EU finance ministers.

Politics • May 8, 12:35 PM • 3713 views
Luxembourg MEP Kartheiser recruits colleagues for trips to Russia - Politico

Fernand Kartheiser is inviting MEPs to a meeting with the Russian State Duma in June. He refused to name the European politicians or officials to whom he sent the invitations. The EU has called this an attempt to draw politicians into cooperation with the Kremlin.

Politics • May 7, 08:00 AM • 4981 views
Russia's "shadow fleet" undeterred by Starmer's threats, ships continue to pass through British waters

Following Starmer's threats, 98 vessels of the Russian Federation's shadow fleet were recorded in British waters. The movement dynamics of the sanctioned ships remained unchanged.

News of the World • April 29, 02:54 PM • 4023 views
Half of flights at Brussels Airport to be canceled due to strike on May 12

Due to a trade union strike at Brussels Airport on May 12, half of the flights will be canceled. Departures will be most affected due to the participation of ground services.

News of the World • April 28, 08:39 PM • 3399 views
Zelenskyy appoints new ambassador to Luxembourg - who is Yaroslav Melnyk

Zelenskyy has appointed the Ambassador to Belgium, Yaroslav Melnyk, as the representative to Luxembourg concurrently. Previously, the diplomat headed the Ukrainian mission in Italy.

Politics • April 28, 07:11 AM • 5177 views