Police have detained new suspects in the Czech Republic and Bulgaria. The case concerns a fire at the LPP Holding plant, which manufactures drones and optics for Ukraine.
The Alliance has come a long way from 12 founders to eastward expansion and Finland's accession. Against the backdrop of the war in Ukraine, NATO is returning to deterring Russia.
Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agency.
The Vertical Gas Corridor project will increase gas transportation volumes and access to underground gas storage facilities. Ukraine is also increasing import capacities through Poland.
During a meeting with the heads of parliamentary delegations from European countries, Zelenskyy announced a conversation with US representatives.
The President met with representatives of European parliaments after the Bucha Summit. Defense cooperation, the return of prisoners, and EU accession were discussed.
EU foreign ministers visited Bucha on the fourth anniversary of the tragedy. Participants of the meeting confirmed the establishment of a commission to compensate for damages.
UNN has collected unique gastronomic Easter traditions from various countries. The review includes Italian colomba, Mexican capirotada, and Ukrainian paska.
Zelenskyy signed a 10-year security agreement with Bulgaria. The document provides for joint weapons production and the creation of a new gas corridor.
Ukraine is initiating cooperation with Bulgaria in the field of nuclear energy to increase exports. The final decision on the project's implementation rests with the Bulgarian side.
The governments of the countries agreed on joint projects for demining the Black Sea and using gas storage facilities. The parties will develop nuclear energy and logistics.
Acting Prime Minister of Bulgaria Andrey Gyurov arrived in the capital with key ministers. Meetings with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other officials are planned.
A network for recruiting residents to destabilize countries for money has been exposed in Eastern Europe. "Wagner" instructors teach them how to operate drones and protests.
Organizers have added locations in Chicago, Brno, and Bratislava for testing. Participants can change their registration location in their personal account until April 7.
Kaja Kallas announced the creation of an early warning system to protect infrastructure. She emphasized that the security of the Black Sea directly depends on the security of Ukraine.
Ukraine retained its status as a partially free state in the annual Freedom in the World 2026 ranking. The global level of freedom has been declining for 20 consecutive years.
The Verkhovna Rada supported Ukraine's accession to the Convention on International Access to Justice. This simplifies the procedure for Ukrainian citizens to appeal to foreign courts.
About 10% of tourists cancel their trips or change exotic destinations to Egypt. Flights to Vietnam, China, and the Adriatic are gaining popularity.
From the end of 2026, Ukrainians traveling to the EU will have to undergo a paid electronic ETIAS authorization costing 20 euros. This system does not cancel the visa-free regime, but requires prior permission for short-term trips.
Iran has demonstrated the ability to attack targets up to 2000 km away, putting Ukraine, Moldova, and NATO countries with US bases at risk. Missiles such as the Khorramshahr can reach American military bases in Europe.
The European Commission has confirmed contacts with Ukraine regarding the repair of the "Druzhba" oil pipeline, which is hindering the supply of Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. These countries have 90-day reserve stocks, which eliminates short-term risks to supply security.
In Bulgaria, police are investigating the deaths of six people in the Balkan Mountains, found within a week. The case is linked to a non-governmental organization and is being considered as a mass murder or ritual suicide.
The public association BOEC reported the discovery of a secret facility of the Russian paramilitary organization near the village of Kladnitsa. Activists claim that the building is used to coordinate subversive activities, has a Russian flag and the PMC emblem.
Serbia plans to purchase gas through the EU's joint procurement mechanism to reduce its dependence on Russia. The country aims to secure approximately 500 million cubic meters of fuel annually through the EU initiative.
NAC "Naftogaz of Ukraine", in partnership with ORLEN, has secured the supply of almost 100 million cubic meters of American liquefied natural gas. The next batches of American gas are contracted for February-March.
On January 30, the draw for the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 season playoffs took place in Switzerland. The matches will be held on February 19 and 26, and the winners will advance to the round of 16.
Despite the war and rising prices, demand for winter holidays abroad remains stable. Ukrainians most often choose Egypt, UAE, and exotic countries, spending an average of 50-70 thousand hryvnias for two.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated that Ukraine could become an "economic lion of Europe," but to do so, it needs to abandon electricity and heating subsidies. Expert Yuriy Korolchuk explained what this would mean for Ukrainians.
Belgium has not joined the Peace Council initiated by Donald Trump. Belgian Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot stated that his country had not signed the Peace Council Charter.
He has held the position since January 22, 2017: in 2021, he called Crimea "Russian. "
