President Zelenskyy informed European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde about the consequences of the Russian attack on Ukraine's energy system. They discussed the use of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's recovery.
A new WHO report found that over 30% of doctors and nurses in Europe suffer from depression, and one in ten has had suicidal thoughts. One in three healthcare workers has experienced bullying or threats of violence, and 10% have experienced physical violence or sexual harassment.
Global deliveries of Mercedes-Benz fell by 12% in the third quarter, totaling 525,300 vehicles. The decline was attributed to weak markets in China and the US, despite increased sales of electric vehicles and luxury SUVs.
President Zelenskyy met with investment funds and business associations, discussing the development of the defense industry. According to him, by 2026, the potential for drone and missile production will reach $35 billion.
The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) called the EU's plans to ban the sale of internal combustion engine cars from 2035 "very tough. " It called for measures that would give manufacturers greater flexibility, warning that current plans are based on outdated assumptions.
The EU is proposing a law that would oblige companies to scan messages in messengers before encryption. But many experts warn that this will undermine user privacy and security.
Turkey aims to meet more than half of its gas needs by 2028, using its own production and imports from the US. This could lead to a reduction in the role of Russia and Iran in the European gas market.
The Dutch Ministry of Defense has signed agreements with the Estonian company Milrem and the battery manufacturer Tulip Tech for the joint production of defense equipment. The plant in Born will produce 150 THeMIS combat robots, which will supplement the 15 vehicles already in use by the Ukrainian military.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard a report from the head of the Foreign Intelligence Service, Oleh Ivashchenko, on countering Russia's "shadow fleet" and changes in Russia's disinformation tactics. Specific tasks regarding sanctions against Russia and blocking schemes to circumvent them were also discussed.
A beaver migration is observed in Ivano-Frankivsk region, which is a rare phenomenon for the region. Expert Roman Hezha explains that this is a natural process and advises communities to learn to coexist with the animals, using technical solutions to minimize possible damage.
Ford has unveiled an electric Bronco, available for order in China. Buyers can get a rooftop camping package that turns it into a mobile camper.
Estonian and Danish intelligence services warn of increasing danger from Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Baltic Sea. Russian vessels are carrying out provocations near NATO territories, creating risks of accidents.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak announced the existence of a draft security guarantees from European partners. He emphasized the need to take into account the unsuccessful experience of the Budapest Memorandum and update the international security system.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemns Russia's dangerous escalation around the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, where shelling was recorded on October 6 at a distance of 1. 25 km from the perimeter. The plant has been without external power supply for almost two weeks, which creates a risk of a nuclear catastrophe.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof familiarized themselves with the work of a leading Ukrainian manufacturer of unmanned systems. The enterprise serially produces FPV copters and aircraft-type kamikaze drones, having its own design bureau and R&D laboratory with European partners.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko and her Dutch counterpart Dick Schoof discussed the protection of energy infrastructure, defense cooperation, and financial support. The parties also considered the use of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's needs.
Five tankers from Russia's sanctions-evading armada have left oil slicks off the coast of Europe. This highlights the continent's inability to curb Moscow's shadow fleet.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed to develop key elements of the Ukrainian arms export system. Export platforms are planned to be launched in Europe, the USA, and the Middle East by the end of 2023.
The SBU counterintelligence detained a 16-year-old Kharkiv resident who was looking for perpetrators of terrorist attacks in Ukraine from the EU, most of whom were teenagers. He handed them over to Russian special services, who instructed the recruited individuals to carry out explosions.
Andrej Babiš, leader of the Czech ANO party, stated that his country will remain faithful to Europe and NATO after winning the parliamentary elections. He emphasized that his party, which has begun coalition talks, consists of "patriots of Europe."
Oil prices rose by about 1. 5% after OPEC+ announced a smaller-than-expected production increase of 137,000 barrels per day from November. Analysts expect short-term gains to be limited by weak demand and seasonal declines.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called for increased pressure on Russia, particularly on its energy revenues, after the night attack. More than 50 Russian missiles and 500 drones attacked Ukraine, killing at least five people.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that everyone is currently preparing for war, and the main question is which side everyone belongs to. He expressed concerns that no one wants to listen to each other anymore, and everyone is seriously preparing for armed conflicts.
President Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian drone attack on the railway station in Shostka, Sumy region. Dozens of people are known to have been injured, including Ukrzaliznytsia employees and passengers.
Russia is intensifying the destabilization of Europe, as evidenced by unidentified drones in the airspace and provocations by warships. Belgium is investigating drone incursions, which may be part of Russia's hybrid campaign.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov announced a technology stake that will focus on increasing funding for arms procurement. One of the tools will be controlled arms exports, which should fill the budget for defense procurement.
The State Customs Service reported the seizure of 421 iPhones, including 76 new iPhone 17s, at the Ukrainian border in the week leading up to their official release. During the same period, 9,584 iPhones were officially imported with customs payments totaling UAH 63.8 million.
Shares of Barry Callebaut rose 8. 2% in early trading in Zurich following reports of privatization talks. The main shareholder, the Jacobs family, was considering such a possibility, consulting with CVC Capital Partners Plc.
Over 120 participants in Kamianske molded 539 kg of homemade dumplings for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, setting a national record. This event took place within the framework of the "MHP Poruch" military support program.
A new study has found that almost half of the deadliest and costliest wildfires in the past 44 years have occurred in just the last decade. The cause is a combination of climate change, expanding human settlements, and improper land use.
