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Czechs are less interested in Ukraine, but support pressure on Russia - poll

Czechs are less interested in Ukraine, but support pressure on Russia - poll

January 24, 09:04 AM • 27968 views
The Czech Senate passed a law banning the granting of Czech citizenship to Russians who have not renounced their Russian passports

The Czech Senate passed a law banning the granting of Czech citizenship to Russians who have not renounced their Russian passports

January 23, 02:47 AM • 35467 views
Ukrainian hockey players reach the semifinals of the 2025 Winter Universiade in Turin

Ukrainian hockey players reach the semifinals of the 2025 Winter Universiade in Turin

January 19, 08:42 PM • 29606 views
APC overturned at military equipment exhibition in Czech Republic: there are dead

APC overturned at military equipment exhibition in Czech Republic: there are dead

January 19, 05:30 PM • 35077 views
Ukrainian biathletes repeat their bronze medal success after 6 years

Ukrainian biathletes repeat their bronze medal success after 6 years

January 19, 12:32 PM • 32288 views
Fought as part of the International Legion: 24-year-old Belarusian woman died in battles near Bakhmut

Fought as part of the International Legion: 24-year-old Belarusian woman died in battles near Bakhmut

January 17, 07:54 PM • 53317 views
Ukraine aims to open 5-6 negotiation clusters with the EU - Zelenskyy

Ukraine aims to open 5-6 negotiation clusters with the EU - Zelenskyy

January 15, 11:47 PM • 28744 views
How can Ukrainians abroad establish disability within the framework of the MSEC reform? The Ministry of Health provided clarification

How can Ukrainians abroad establish disability within the framework of the MSEC reform? The Ministry of Health provided clarification

January 15, 05:30 PM • 55990 views
Unprecedented rate of fire: DITA artillery system to strengthen Ukrainian border guards

Unprecedented rate of fire: DITA artillery system to strengthen Ukrainian border guards

January 15, 10:49 AM • 36494 views
A deadly gas cylinder explosion in a restaurant in the Czech Republic: There are dead and injured

A deadly gas cylinder explosion in a restaurant in the Czech Republic: There are dead and injured

January 13, 02:15 AM • 26579 views
Six people were killed in a restaurant explosion in the Czech Republic

Six people were killed in a restaurant explosion in the Czech Republic

January 12, 09:15 AM • 29121 views
Ukraine has destroyed the Russian monopoly in the field of nuclear fuel - SNRIU

Ukraine has destroyed the Russian monopoly in the field of nuclear fuel - SNRIU

January 10, 09:02 AM • 35319 views
Rada recognizes the genocide of the Circassian people committed during the Russian-Caucasian war

Rada recognizes the genocide of the Circassian people committed during the Russian-Caucasian war

January 9, 11:59 AM • 56402 views
Czech Republic announces date of complete coal phase-out and transition to nuclear power

Czech Republic announces date of complete coal phase-out and transition to nuclear power

January 8, 03:43 AM • 24298 views
A draft resolution to recognize Russia's actions against Ukraine as genocide has been submitted to the US Congress

A draft resolution to recognize Russia's actions against Ukraine as genocide has been submitted to the US Congress

January 7, 11:25 PM • 30262 views
Czech Republic reaches NATO defense spending target for the first time in 20 years

Czech Republic reaches NATO defense spending target for the first time in 20 years

January 7, 12:02 PM • 23036 views
Khristo Grozev suggests Putin is ready to compromise on NATO under certain conditions

Khristo Grozev suggests Putin is ready to compromise on NATO under certain conditions

January 7, 10:18 AM • 31996 views
Material difficulties, peacekeepers, and elections: the main sentiments of Ukrainians at the beginning of 2025

Material difficulties, peacekeepers, and elections: the main sentiments of Ukrainians at the beginning of 2025

January 4, 08:00 AM • 28558 views
Fico threatens to cut aid to Ukrainian refugees due to gas transit shutdown

Fico threatens to cut aid to Ukrainian refugees due to gas transit shutdown

January 2, 06:10 PM • 35536 views
Slovak PM: stopping gas transit through Ukraine will have “dramatic consequences” for the EU

Slovak PM: stopping gas transit through Ukraine will have “dramatic consequences” for the EU

January 1, 12:18 PM • 58921 views
Biathletes bring Ukraine the first gold of European Youth Olympic Festival 2025

Biathletes bring Ukraine the first gold of European Youth Olympic Festival 2025

Viktoriia Khvostenko and Taras Tarasiuk won the single mixed relay with a score of 40:20. 7. The Ukrainian duo showed the best shooting, using only 3 additional rounds for 40 targets.

Sports • February 12, 07:46 AM • 17552 views
Ukrainians leave Poland en masse: what is the reason

Ukrainians leave Poland en masse: what is the reason

More than 1. 14 million Ukrainian refugees chose Germany over Poland as a place of residence. The main reasons were higher salaries, better social benefits, and healthcare services.

Society • February 10, 11:17 AM • 73200 views
Czech Republic investigates possible illegal transportation of drones to Ukraine

Czech Republic investigates possible illegal transportation of drones to Ukraine

Czech law enforcement agencies are investigating the possible illegal transportation of drones to Ukraine by military special forces. The investigation concerns the misuse of diplomatic passports and the lack of parliamentary authorization.

Politics • February 9, 03:52 PM • 45569 views
Czech Foreign Minister tells Kellogg what to do with Ukraine

Czech Foreign Minister tells Kellogg what to do with Ukraine

Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky met with Keith Kellogg in Washington, DC. He emphasized the need to arm Ukraine in order to negotiate from a strong position.

News of the World • February 8, 01:26 AM • 111405 views
Russian oil transit through Ukraine decreased by 15% in 2024 - Media

Russian oil transit through Ukraine decreased by 15% in 2024 - Media

In 2024, Russian oil transit through Ukraine decreased to 11. 5 million tons. Hungary remained the largest recipient with 4.8 million tons, while supplies to Slovakia and the Czech Republic decreased.

Economy • February 7, 10:12 AM • 33954 views
The survey showed different levels of support for Ukraine in Europe, but the greatest expectations of success in the fight against Russia are among young people

The survey showed different levels of support for Ukraine in Europe, but the greatest expectations of success in the fight against Russia are among young people

According to the CEDMO poll, 68% of Poles and 44% of Czechs support Ukraine's victory in the war with Russia. In the Czech Republic, young people are the most supportive (62%), and in Poland, people over 65 (79%).

Society • February 5, 01:19 PM • 30468 views
Czech Republic announces new project to supply ammunition to Ukraine

Czech Republic announces new project to supply ammunition to Ukraine

The Czech Republic is preparing a new project to supply ammunition to Ukraine in 2025. The volume of new supplies will depend on available funding, but there is still enough ammunition in the world to purchase.

Politics • January 31, 04:30 PM • 28988 views
The Czech Republic may postpone the digitalization of public services: what is behind this decision?

The Czech Republic may postpone the digitalization of public services: what is behind this decision?

The Czech upper house of parliament has approved a postponement of the digitalization of public services until 2027. The changes also include new telemarketing rules and enhanced protection of bank customers from fraud.

News of the World • January 29, 08:12 PM • 27243 views
Recruiter of women for sexual exploitation detained at the border

Recruiter of women for sexual exploitation detained at the border

Border guards detained a woman who recruited Ukrainian women for sexual exploitation in the Czech Republic under the guise of working in nightclubs. The offender promised to earn 100 euros per hour.

Crimes and emergencies • January 28, 09:23 AM • 29231 views
The Czech Republic has developed a plan for the integration of Ukraine and Moldova into the EU market: what is proposed

The Czech Republic has developed a plan for the integration of Ukraine and Moldova into the EU market: what is proposed

The Czech Republic has prepared an informal document on the gradual integration of Ukraine and Moldova into the EU internal market. The plan covers cooperation in energy, agriculture, and telecommunications and has already been supported by 8 member states.

News of the World • January 24, 10:44 PM • 79359 views
Czechs are less interested in Ukraine, but support pressure on Russia - poll

Czechs are less interested in Ukraine, but support pressure on Russia - poll

Czechs' interest in the situation in Ukraine has decreased by 14% to 43% of the population. At the same time, 73% of citizens support diplomatic pressure on Russia, and 42% approve of military assistance to Ukraine.

Society • January 24, 09:04 AM • 27968 views
The Czech Senate passed a law banning the granting of Czech citizenship to Russians who have not renounced their Russian passports

The Czech Senate passed a law banning the granting of Czech citizenship to Russians who have not renounced their Russian passports

The Czech Senate submits to the President a law prohibiting the granting of citizenship to Russians without renouncing their Russian passports. The Lex Ukrajina law also extends temporary protection for Ukrainians for a year.

Politics • January 23, 02:47 AM • 35467 views
Ukrainian hockey players reach the semifinals of the 2025 Winter Universiade in Turin

Ukrainian hockey players reach the semifinals of the 2025 Winter Universiade in Turin

Ukraine's student hockey team defeated the Czech Republic in the quarterfinals. The decisive goal was scored in the 62nd minute of overtime, which brought the Ukrainians to the semifinals of the tournament.

Sports • January 19, 08:42 PM • 29606 views
APC overturned at military equipment exhibition in Czech Republic: there are dead

APC overturned at military equipment exhibition in Czech Republic: there are dead

An armored personnel carrier overturned during a demonstration of historic military equipment near Horní Dvortsy in the Czech Republic. The incident killed two people and injured several others.

News of the World • January 19, 05:30 PM • 35077 views
Ukrainian biathletes repeat their bronze medal success after 6 years

Ukrainian biathletes repeat their bronze medal success after 6 years

Merkushyna and Tyshchenko won bronze in the single mixed relay at the IBU Cup in Brezno-Osrbly. The athletes used only two additional rounds and lost to the teams of Norway and the Czech Republic.

Sports • January 19, 12:32 PM • 32288 views
Fought as part of the International Legion: 24-year-old Belarusian woman died in battles near Bakhmut

Fought as part of the International Legion: 24-year-old Belarusian woman died in battles near Bakhmut

Maria Zaitseva, a 24-year-old Belarusian from Gomel, died as part of the 2nd International Legion near Bakhmut. Previously a participant in the 2020 Minsk protests, she joined the defenders of Ukraine after treatment in the Czech Republic.

War • January 17, 07:54 PM • 53317 views
Ukraine aims to open 5-6 negotiation clusters with the EU - Zelenskyy

Ukraine aims to open 5-6 negotiation clusters with the EU - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy outlines ambitious plans for European integration during the Polish and Danish presidencies of the EU Council. Ukraine aims to open 5-6 negotiating clusters on EU accession within a year.

Society • January 15, 11:47 PM • 28744 views
How can Ukrainians abroad establish disability within the framework of the MSEC reform? The Ministry of Health provided clarification

How can Ukrainians abroad establish disability within the framework of the MSEC reform? The Ministry of Health provided clarification

Since 2025, a new system of functional status assessment has been in place in Ukraine, replacing the MSEC. Ukrainians abroad can be assessed remotely under a special procedure.

Health • January 15, 05:30 PM • 55990 views
Unprecedented rate of fire: DITA artillery system to strengthen Ukrainian border guards

Unprecedented rate of fire: DITA artillery system to strengthen Ukrainian border guards

Ukraine received a 155 mm DITA self-propelled artillery system from the Czech Republic. The system is automated, requires only two operators and has a high rate of fire.

War • January 15, 10:49 AM • 36494 views
A deadly gas cylinder explosion in a restaurant in the Czech Republic: There are dead and injured

A deadly gas cylinder explosion in a restaurant in the Czech Republic: There are dead and injured

A propane-butane cylinder exploded in a restaurant in Most, Czech Republic, killing 6 people. Another 8 people were injured, and 30 people were evacuated from the surrounding area.

News of the World • January 13, 02:15 AM • 26579 views
Six people were killed in a restaurant explosion in the Czech Republic

Six people were killed in a restaurant explosion in the Czech Republic

An explosion occurred in a restaurant in Most, Czech Republic, killing 6 people. The tragedy was caused by an overturned propane-butane heater in the front garden of the restaurant.

News of the World • January 12, 09:15 AM • 29121 views
Ukraine has destroyed the Russian monopoly in the field of nuclear fuel - SNRIU

Ukraine has destroyed the Russian monopoly in the field of nuclear fuel - SNRIU

Ukraine has set an example for European countries in refusing to use Russian nuclear fuel for Soviet-designed reactors. Three EU countries already use Westinghouse fuel, and two more are preparing to switch.

Economy • January 10, 09:02 AM • 35319 views
Rada recognizes the genocide of the Circassian people committed during the Russian-Caucasian war

Rada recognizes the genocide of the Circassian people committed during the Russian-Caucasian war

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine recognized the genocide of the Circassian people committed by the Russian Empire in 1763-1864. As a result of ethnic cleansing, mass murder and forced relocation, more than 90% of Circassians were killed or expelled.

Politics • January 9, 11:59 AM • 56402 views
Czech Republic announces date of complete coal phase-out and transition to nuclear power

Czech Republic announces date of complete coal phase-out and transition to nuclear power

The Czech Republic plans to completely abandon the use of coal by 2033. By 2040, the share of nuclear power in the country will increase to 68% in the electricity generation structure.

News of the World • January 8, 03:43 AM • 24298 views
A draft resolution to recognize Russia's actions against Ukraine as genocide has been submitted to the US Congress

A draft resolution to recognize Russia's actions against Ukraine as genocide has been submitted to the US Congress

The first bill of the 119th Congress of the United States calls for recognizing the actions of the Russian Federation as genocide of the Ukrainian people. The document condemns Russia's war crimes and calls for support for Ukraine together with NATO and the EU.

War • January 7, 11:25 PM • 30262 views
Czech Republic reaches NATO defense spending target for the first time in 20 years

Czech Republic reaches NATO defense spending target for the first time in 20 years

The Czech Ministry of Defense allocated 166. 8 billion CZK for defense in 2024, which is 2.09% of GDP. The opposition is demanding explanations for the transparency of December's spending.

News of the World • January 7, 12:02 PM • 23036 views
Khristo Grozev suggests Putin is ready to compromise on NATO under certain conditions

Khristo Grozev suggests Putin is ready to compromise on NATO under certain conditions

Investigative journalist Khristo Grozev said that Putin may agree to Ukraine's membership in NATO in exchange for the withdrawal of US bases from Eastern Europe. He also suggests that the Kremlin's current tough stance is just a negotiating tactic.

War • January 7, 10:18 AM • 31996 views
Material difficulties, peacekeepers, and elections: the main sentiments of Ukrainians at the beginning of 2025

Material difficulties, peacekeepers, and elections: the main sentiments of Ukrainians at the beginning of 2025

A large-scale opinion poll showed that Zaluzhnyi has 24. 29% of voter support, ahead of Zelenskyy and Tymoshenko. 73.4% of Ukrainians support peace talks, and 89% believe the country's direction is wrong.

Society • January 4, 08:00 AM • 28558 views
Fico threatens to cut aid to Ukrainian refugees due to gas transit shutdown

Fico threatens to cut aid to Ukrainian refugees due to gas transit shutdown

Robert Fico announced that the Smer party is ready to reduce support for Ukrainian citizens in Slovakia. This is a reaction to the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, which resulted in a loss of 5 billion euros in revenue.

Economy • January 2, 06:10 PM • 35536 views
Slovak PM: stopping gas transit through Ukraine will have “dramatic consequences” for the EU

Slovak PM: stopping gas transit through Ukraine will have “dramatic consequences” for the EU

Robert Fico said that the termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine would have a negative impact on the EU, but not on Russia. Fico announced a “two-track policy” for 2025, focused on all sides of the world.

Economy • January 1, 12:18 PM • 58921 views