Canada is preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia over the illegal deportation of Ukrainian children from the occupied territories. The sanctions will apply to the country as a whole and to individual officials involved in the abduction of children.
In October, Ukraine attracted $1. 4 billion from the IMF and Canada to the state budget. The total amount of external financing since the beginning of the year has reached $25.9 billion, of which $6.6 billion are grants.
Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly supports Ukraine's use of long-range weapons against targets in Russia. The United States has stated that Ukraine does not need permission to strike Russia with its own weapons.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga met with his Canadian counterpart, Melanie Joly. The parties discussed military support, cooperation in defense production and the return of Ukrainian children.
Former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö recommends that the EU create its own intelligence service. The proposal is part of a review of the bloc's war and crisis preparedness presented to Ursula von der Leyen.
Canada has officially accused Indian Home Minister Amit Shah of collecting intelligence on Canadian citizens. This is due to the campaign against Sikh separatists and the deterioration of relations between the countries.
The Government of Sweden suspends direct cooperation with Georgia, including cooperation between tax authorities. Canada expresses concern about election violations and is ready to cooperate only if democratic principles are respected.
Japan has agreed to allocate 471. 9 billion yen to Ukraine through a World Bank fund. The funds are part of a $50 billion G7 loan secured by frozen Russian assets.
During his visit to South Africa, Minister Sibiga discussed security and cooperation issues with Lamola. Ukraine called on South Africa to help prevent Russian attacks on nuclear facilities and to simplify the visa regime.
The President of Ukraine suggested that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ask Putin to return at least a thousand deported Ukrainian children. Zelensky called on the G20 countries to take responsibility for the return of the children.
Canada has handed over the first batch of LAV armored vehicles to Ukraine after training Ukrainian crews in Germany. A total of 50 LAV armored personnel carriers are to be delivered over three years.
The Canadian Embassy in Russia has only 12 diplomats left, which is critically low. Further staff cuts could lead to the complete closure of the diplomatic mission.
56% of foreign professionals in Germany report discrimination, especially when looking for housing. The IAB study found significant bureaucratic obstacles for immigrants, despite recent legislative changes.
On October 30-31, a conference on the human dimension of the Peace Formula will be held in Montreal. It will discuss the return of prisoners of war, civilians and deported children from Russia.
Canada plans to reduce its permanent resident quotas from 485,000 to 365,000 by 2027. The business community is concerned about possible labor shortages and the loss of foreign workers.
The US President plans to recognize the federal government's atrocities in Indian boarding schools between 1819 and 1970. Native American children were subjected to violence and forced assimilation in more than 500 institutions.
The Canadian government will announce a reduction in immigration targets. By 2027, it is planned to reduce the number of new permanent residents to 365,000, and temporary residents by about 30,000 by 2025.
alexander yanukovych, the son of the former fugitive president, has been granted Russian citizenship. 10 years ago, he registered a company in St. Petersburg, whose main activity is the management of financial and industrial groups.
The European Parliament will consider a proposal for a €35 billion loan to Ukraine from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets. This is part of a $50 billion G7 package to support Ukraine.
Roksolana Pidlasa explained that Orban could not block the EU's €35 billion allocation to Ukraine. All that is needed to disburse the funds is a simple majority vote in the EU Council, not a unanimous decision.
October 21 is World Iodine Deficiency Day. Iodine is critically important for health, but 30% of the world's population lives in conditions of acute iodine deficiency, which can lead to serious health problems.
Secret documents on the Israeli Air Force's preparations for an attack on Iran have been leaked online. The United States has launched an investigation into the leak, which could exacerbate tensions in the region.
The US may provide Ukraine with up to $20 billion from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets. The G7 countries are negotiating the structure of a $50 billion loan agreed in June 2024.
The National Bank of Ukraine has published reports on the volume of credit transfers and direct debits. In the first half of 2024, 1848 million transactions amounting to almost UAH 20166 billion were carried out within Ukraine.
Canada will provide military assistance to Ukraine worth CAD 65 million. The package will include small arms, ammunition and protective equipment as part of a CAD 500 million commitment.
President Zelenskyy announces preparations to receive aircraft from France. France plans to deliver Mirage 2000 fighter jets to Ukraine in the first quarter of 2025, but the exact number has not been announced.
The UK imposed sanctions on 18 Russian oil tankers and 4 LNG tankers. These are “the largest sanctions against Putin's shadow fleet” and are intended to undermine Russia's energy revenues.
The draw for the 2026 World Cup will take place on December 13, 2024. 55 national teams will be divided into 12 groups, the winners of the groups will reach the final stage, the second places and the 4 best teams of the Nations League will play the playoffs.
Ukraine received CAD 400 million in concessional financing from Canada for 10 years at 1. 5% per annum. The funds have already been transferred to the state budget and will be used for priority expenditures.
The Italian parliament has banned couples from traveling abroad for surrogacy. Violators face a fine of up to 1 million euros and up to 2 years in prison.
