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The ship completed a five-day stop in Split for repairs after a fire and resupply. The aircraft carrier returned to service to perform its tasks.
The Trump administration is strengthening its troop contingent to pressure Iran. The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush and paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division are heading to the region.
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.
Iceland and Norway want to join the EU for protection. The bloc prefers wealthy candidates over poorer Eastern countries, where Ukraine is also on the waiting list.
The American aircraft carrier stopped in Split after a laundry fire and plumbing problems. The ship participated in operations against Iran and Venezuela.
Croatia's representatives at Eurovision 2026 performed the hit Wild Dances for the official TikTok contest. The artists presented a folk-pop version of the song.
The President ratified agreements on attracting aid from Slovenia and the work of a Polish bank. Ukraine gained access to EU social programs and grants.
The government proposes to increase fines for water pollution and unauthorized water use to 5,100 hryvnias. The bill also expands the list of punishable offenses.
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.
The European Commission is exploring the possibility of financial support to restore oil supplies through the 'Druzhba' pipeline. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will discuss this issue with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó stated that the European Commission supports Ukraine and is cooperating with Croatia to block Russian oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia. According to him, Kyiv refuses to resume oil transit for political reasons.
In February, President Zelenskyy held 31 international meetings and 11 phone calls, visited Munich, and hosted leaders of partner countries in Kyiv.
Ukraine is assessing significant damage after Russian drone attacks on a key facility of the Druzhba oil pipeline, which could complicate the issue of EU aid to Kyiv and sanctions against Moscow. Hungary and Slovakia accuse Ukraine of withholding supplies, blocking EU aid.
President Zelenskyy met with U4U MEPs. They discussed the restoration of Ukraine's energy system and the scaling up of the PURL program.
During the repair period of 'Druzhba', oil supplies to Slovakia and Hungary will be carried out via an alternative route through Croatia.
MOL Group calls on Croatia to allow the transit of Russian oil, as Hungary and Slovakia have exemptions from EU sanctions. Supply problems have escalated after the Druzhba oil pipeline was shut down through Ukrainian territory.
Ukraine has agreed to attract over 600 million euros in financial and technical assistance for the restoration of its energy sector. The country will also receive equipment from at least six decommissioned European combined heat and power plants (CHPPs) and thermal power plants (TPPs).
NABU and SAP announced new suspicions against four individuals in the case of the criminal organization of the ex-head of the State Property Fund. They are involved in the legalization of over UAH 300 million, obtained through criminal means, by acquiring assets abroad.
Hungary is considering halting electricity and gas exports to Ukraine if Kyiv does not resume the supply of Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline. Hungary and Slovakia accuse Ukraine of delaying the resumption of supplies for political reasons.
Expert Serhiy Kuyun states that the cessation of diesel fuel supplies from Hungary and Slovakia is not critical for Ukraine. These supplies account for up to 10% of the market and can be easily replaced.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó announced the cessation of diesel fuel supplies to Ukraine. This decision followed the suspension of oil transportation through the Druzhba pipeline.
Hungary and Slovakia have approached the European Commission regarding the possibility of purchasing Russian oil via sea routes. The Hungarian company MOL has already ordered the first batches, which are expected to arrive in early March.
The Slovak government has declared an emergency in the oil sector. This happened due to damage to the Druzhba oil pipeline in Ukraine, which led to the cessation of oil supplies.
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.
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković rejected Hungary's and Slovakia's request for Russian oil transit, accusing Budapest of manipulation. Hungary called Croatia an "unreliable transit country" seeking a monopoly.
At the Karasovići border crossing in Croatia, border guards discovered 500,000 euros in cash with a 24-year-old Ukrainian citizen. The money was hidden in the side panels of a car with Czech registration, which was heading to Montenegro.