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60 aircraft, 2 thousand military: NATO kicks off annual nuclear exercise

NATO is conducting a two-week military exercise to practice the use of nuclear weapons. About 2,000 troops and 60 aircraft from 13 NATO countries will take part in the maneuvers.

News of the World • October 14, 07:48 AM • 12358 views

Security measures have been tightened in several barracks in Belgium due to the threat of sabotage

Several military barracks in Belgium have been placed on high alert due to specific threats of sabotage and espionage. The security level has been raised from Alpha to Bravo, which provides for additional security measures.

News of the World • October 12, 06:29 PM • 28049 views

Scholz: Germany, with support of partners, will provide Ukraine with a military aid package worth EUR 1.4 billion by the end of the year

Germany and its partners will provide Ukraine with a €1. 4 billion military aid package by the end of the year. The package will include air defense systems, howitzers, self-propelled artillery systems, armored vehicles, drones, radars, and ammunition.

War • October 11, 01:03 PM • 14268 views

The Northern Lights have captivated Western Europe: impressive photos of the night sky

The aurora borealis was observed in the sky over the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany on October 10-11, 2024. The phenomenon was caused by a solar maximum and a geomagnetic storm.

News of the World • October 11, 07:15 AM • 109852 views

NATO begins nuclear exercises from Monday amid Putin's threats

NATO will hold its annual Steadfast Noon nuclear exercise with the participation of 60 aircraft from 13 countries. The alliance secretary general stressed the importance of strengthening defense in the face of uncertainty and russia's nuclear rhetoric.

News of the World • October 10, 11:47 AM • 8353 views

China cannot be a “homeland”, Taiwan's government says, Beijing responds

Taiwan's president said that China cannot be the island's “homeland”. China accused Taiwan of “severing historical ties”. The visit of Taiwan's ex-president to Europe may increase tensions.

News of the World • October 9, 06:51 AM • 11550 views

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Infectious disease specialist Golubovskaya spoke about the Marburg virus and the risks of its spread outside Africa

An outbreak of Marburg virus with a mortality rate of up to 90% has been recorded in Rwanda. Ukraine's chief infectious disease specialist warns of the difficulties of protection and the risk of spreading outside Africa.

Society • October 8, 12:55 PM • 130159 views

Third round of EU-Ukraine screening sessions begins in Brussels

The third round of bilateral EU-Ukraine sessions within the framework of the legislative compliance screening has started in Brussels. The meetings are taking place in a hybrid format from October 8 to 10, covering economic criteria and other important areas.

Politics • October 8, 09:02 AM • 24486 views

“Georgian Dream restarts impeachment proceedings against President Zurabishvili

Georgia's ruling party initiates a new process to impeach the president over her foreign visits without the government's consent. The speaker of the parliament said that this is symbolic, so that Zurabishvili will go down in history as a “suspended president.

News of the World • October 7, 10:56 AM • 12559 views

More than 100 Dutch citizens evacuated from Lebanon

The first evacuation flight from Lebanon landed in Eindhoven with more than 100 Dutch people. The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has received about 500 evacuation requests, and another flight is planned for October 5.

News of the World • October 4, 10:54 PM • 18181 views

EU court: FIFA transfer rules violate law on free movement of workers

The European Court of Justice has ruled that certain FIFA rules on player transfers are in conflict with EU legislation on the free movement of workers. The decision may have significant implications for the transfer market.

Sports • October 4, 10:20 AM • 14525 views

Accused of spying for Israel: Belgian journalists beaten in Beirut

Two Belgian journalists were severely beaten in Beirut, accused of spying for Israel. The reporter suffered facial fractures and the cameraman was shot in the leg.

News of the World • October 3, 03:49 PM • 16215 views

Ukrainian-language audio guides are now available in museums in Belgium and Germany

Audio guides in Ukrainian have been launched in three museums in Belgium and the Barberini Museum in Germany. In total, 89 Ukrainian audio guides operate in 47 countries as part of the First Lady's initiative.

Culture • September 30, 03:22 PM • 14270 views

russia remains one of the most important energy suppliers to Europe - Bloomberg

russia remains an important energy supplier to Europe, accounting for 15% of the EU's gas imports in 2023.

Economy • September 27, 02:37 PM • 24895 views

Pope Francis begins visit to Belgium

Pope Francis has arrived in Brussels, beginning a visit to Belgium. This is the third visit of the Pope to the country after two visits by John Paul II in 1985 and 1995.

News of the World • September 27, 12:45 PM • 11847 views

Pope Francis cancels audience due to cold

Pope Francis has canceled Monday's audiences due to a mild cold. This is also a preventive measure before the apostolic trip to Luxembourg and Belgium scheduled for September 26-29.

News of the World • September 23, 09:22 AM • 14867 views

EU to deduct €200m fines from Hungary aid funds over country's refusal to pay

Penalty imposed for longstanding restrictions on the right to asylum, which Hungary refuses to lift.

News of the World • September 18, 08:10 PM • 14692 views

Zelenskyy meets with newly appointed ambassadors of six countries

The President of Ukraine accepted credentials from the ambassadors of Mexico, Italy, Slovakia, the Netherlands, India, and Belgium. Zelenskyy discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation between the countries with each ambassador.

Politics • August 16, 05:49 PM • 27476 views

Marta Kostiuk defeats Elise Mertens at the start of the WTA 1000 tournament in Cincinnati

Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostiuk defeated Belgian Elise Mertens in the first round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Cincinnati. The match ended with a score of 2:1 (6:4, 2:6, 6:4) in favor of Kostiuk.

Sports • August 14, 03:24 AM • 21002 views

The EU allocates 2 million euros for demining Ukraine with the help of dogs

The EU funds a €2 million humanitarian demining initiative in Ukraine. 16 Belgian Malinois and 8 Ukrainian instructors were trained to search for mines in the liberated territories.

Society • August 12, 11:29 AM • 31770 views

There will be no cheap apples in the new season - forecast

The apple harvest in key EU countries in 2024 will fall by 11% compared to the previous year. Production will also decline in Ukraine and Moldova, leading to high prices and new opportunities for exporters.

Economy • August 10, 12:10 PM • 82508 views

Former head of Catalonia Puigdemont suddenly returned to Barcelona: what is known

The former head of Catalonia, Carles Puigdemont, unexpectedly returned to Spain after 7 years in exile. He spoke to supporters in Barcelona, after which the police launched an operation to find and arrest him.

News of the World • August 8, 02:03 PM • 26929 views

French imports of russian liquefied natural gas are growing - media

russian LNG supplies to France more than doubled in the first half of this year. French companies imported almost 4.4 bcm of russian LNG, making France the largest importer in the EU.

Economy • August 6, 01:15 PM • 23287 views

"Ukraine has received a modern modification of the F-16 with the latest equipment," MP Chernev said

Ukraine has received upgraded F-16 fighters with new avionics and radars. Training of pilots and technical personnel continues, and the transfer of aircraft from other partner countries is expected.

War • August 5, 11:45 PM • 34513 views

The U.S. has handed over 18 autotransformers to Ukraine to restore power grids

The United States has provided Ukrenergo with 18 high-voltage autotransformers to restore power grids after Russian attacks. Some of the equipment is already in operation, providing electricity to millions of Ukrainians.

Economy • August 2, 03:16 PM • 20631 views

Ukrzaliznytsia launches the first “children's car”

Ukrzaliznytsia has started selling tickets for the first children's compartment car on the Kharkiv-Yasinia train on August 8. The car, created in cooperation with UNICEF, is equipped for comfortable travel for children aged 0 to 8 and their parents.

Society • August 2, 10:36 AM • 12278 views

Belgium will allocate 9 million euros for the restoration of Ukraine's energy sector

The Belgian government and UNDP have signed a €9 million agreement for the green renewable energy sector in Ukraine. The funds will be used to repair critical energy facilities in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa.

Economy • July 31, 03:16 PM • 37252 views

Boyko Easter egg included in the cultural heritage of Ukraine

The tradition of creating Boyko Easter eggs with a pin has been added to the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Ukraine. This technique is widespread in the places where the Boyko people live and has a deep symbolic meaning.

Culture • July 29, 01:05 PM • 19375 views

F-16s unlikely to have immediate impact on battlefield - Washington Post

F-16 fighters will arrive in Ukraine in the coming weeks, but their number will be insufficient to have a significant impact on the course of the fighting. The planes will initially be used primarily to strengthen air defense rather than for ground attacks.

War • July 28, 03:08 PM • 93529 views

Three Chechens in Belgium accused of preparing a terrorist attack

Belgian authorities have charged three natives of Chechnya with preparing a terrorist attack. The suspects are allegedly affiliated with the Afghan branch of the Islamic State and were detained during a large-scale anti-terrorist operation.

Crimes and emergencies • July 27, 03:26 AM • 28433 views

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

Construction of the metro to Vynohradar: the developer responded whether the pipe breakthrough will affect the pace

World Football Day: victories and defeats of the Ukrainian national team in a year

The first hundred days of Trump's presidency: what they were remembered for and what to expect in the future

Behind the guise of science - the interests of a pharmaceutical giant: how the Academy of Legal Sciences covered up the pressure on the pharmacy business

russia is “preparing something” in belarus, hiding behind military exercises - Zelensky

The Supreme Court has put an end to the case of Yuriy Hrymchak, the former Deputy Minister for Temporarily Occupied Territories

European leaders will not arrive in Kyiv on May 9 - Politico

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

Two teenagers fell from the 16th floor in Lviv: what is known

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

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