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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.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga had a conversation with the Foreign Minister of Paraguay. He invited Ruben Lescano to attend the Ministerial Conference on the Human Dimension in Canada, dedicated to the Peace Formula.

The IT coalition has accumulated 157 million euros for Ukraine since September 2023. 99 million has already been transferred in the form of equipment and software, including 87 million from Germany in SAP licenses.

Representatives of Ukraine met with G20 ambassadors to discuss the Victory Plan and the Peace Formula. The parties discussed holding thematic conferences and preparations for the Second Global Peace Summit.

Swedish prosecutors have confirmed an investigation into a rape in a Stockholm hotel. Several media outlets accuse footballer Kylian Mbappe of being involved, although he denies any involvement.

Canada accused India of involvement in the murder of a Sikh separatist on its territory. In response, both countries expelled 6 diplomats each, which led to a deterioration in relations.

The Ukrainian Foreign Minister discussed the situation at the frontline and Ukraine's needs with Canadian MPs. The parties also discussed the organization of a ministerial conference on the human dimension in Canada.

The President of Ukraine met with a delegation of the Canadian Parliament. They discussed NATO membership, support for the energy system, defense assistance and sanctions against Russia. Zelenskyy thanked Canada for its support.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine met with a delegation of the House of Commons of Canada led by the Speaker. They discussed the situation in Ukraine, support for the country and the progress of reforms.

The European Parliament's Committee on Trade has supported a €35 billion financial assistance package for Ukraine. This is the EU's contribution to the G7 initiative to support Ukraine with $50 billion to meet its urgent needs.

EU leaders plan to discuss the bloc's share of the G7 loan package for Ukraine worth $50 billion. EU envoys have been working this week on a proposal to provide Ukraine with a loan of up to 35 billion euros.

The volume of Russian oil transported by the shadow fleet increased from 2. 4 to 4.1 million barrels per day. 70% of Russian marine oil is transported by poorly maintained and insufficiently insured tankers.

The Polish company CD Projekt RED has presented a collection of The Little Witcher comics about the upbringing of Ciri Geralt. The comics are available for pre-order for $16 and will go on sale in Canada and the United States on May 13.

The President of Ukraine reacted to the death of journalist Viktoria Roshchyna in Russian captivity. Zelensky discussed the release of Ukrainian prisoners with the Pope and handed over a list of imprisoned journalists.

105 companies in Kyiv region have joined the National Cashback program. The region is among the top five in terms of business attractiveness and has 13 industrial parks.

The President of Ukraine met with high-ranking Vatican officials. They discussed the implementation of the Peace Formula, the return of deported children and the preparation of a conference in Canada.

The President of Ukraine informs the Pope about 1,700 civilians in Russian captivity, including more than 400 women. Zelenskyy invites a Vatican representative to a conference on the return of Ukrainian prisoners in Canada.

The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has signed an agreement with Canada for a CAD 400 million concessional loan. The funds will be used for priority state budget expenditures, and the loan term is 10 years at 1.5% per annum.

The head of the Budget Committee, Roksolana Pidlasa, explained the need to distribute the $50 billion loan from the EU and the US over two years. This is due to the one-time nature of the payment and the lack of new agreements for the future.