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Russian propaganda channels are spreading fake information about the alleged deportation of more than 813,000 Ukrainians from the EU due to mass protests, but this claim is not true, and the screenshot used to confirm it is fabricated.

Latvian airline Air Baltic plans to resume flights to Kyiv, Lviv, and Odesa as soon as Ukraine's airspace is reopened after checking the readiness of Boryspil airport.

The World Bank has approved a $1. 5 billion loan to Ukraine to help restore the economy, finance priority social and humanitarian expenditures, and implement reforms aimed at European integration and economic growth.

Law enforcers shut down an international drug supply channel to Europe, detaining a group of seven criminals in Kyiv and Zaporizzhia who were smuggling methadone from Ukraine to the EU.

Spain is not considering sending troops to Ukraine, and no other country is currently considering such a possibility. The Spanish foreign minister also emphasized that Kyiv is not asking its partners for troops either.

Kyiv plans to end the heating season on March 28 due to significant warming, which will allow the city to save energy.

Swedish businesses are interested in expanding their presence in Ukraine and cooperating in high-tech sectors such as energy, telecommunications, and cybersecurity, as discussed during the meeting between Ukrainian and Swedish officials.

Ukraine and Sweden have agreed to deepen cooperation in the nuclear field to strengthen energy security in Europe, including the development of Western-made nuclear fuel to replace Russian supplies and the use of Ukraine's experience in maintaining stable nuclear power operations in wartime.

Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky met with a delegation from the European Parliament in Kyiv to discuss increased military aid, priority needs such as air defense systems and artillery, and continued training for Ukrainian troops. The EU reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.

Latvian airline airBaltic has discussed with Ukrainian officials its strategic plans to resume operations in the Ukrainian market after the airspace reopens for civilian flights after the war.

Baltic leaders call on NATO members to reintroduce conscription and significantly increase military spending to Cold War levels to deter potential Russian aggression.

The AI boom requires huge computing power and energy loads, posing risks to the power grid and the transition to cleaner energy sources, as AI may force companies to rely more on fossil fuels than expected.

March 25 marks the International Day of Waffles, a popular delicacy with more than 100 varieties around the world, from fluffy American waffles to crispy Belgian Liège waffles.

A dinner menu signed by Albert Einstein at a 1930 fundraising event in London attended by more than 370 people was sold at auction in Britain for £18,000.

On March 23, meteorologists around the world celebrate their professional holiday, which is dedicated to the creation of the World Meteorological Organization in 1950.

Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak discussed the Ukrainian formula for peace, preparations for the Global Peace Summit, prospects for NATO membership and the importance of supporting Ukraine with the Director of the Finnish Institute of International Affairs Mika Aaltola.

According to Serhiy Kovalenko, CEO of Yasno, the Russians have carried out one of the worst attacks on Ukraine's energy sector in the last two years, hitting both generation and distribution facilities.

Vice Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna met with Admiral Robert Bauer, Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, to discuss NATO's increased support for Ukraine in building military capabilities, increasing defense production, and preparing for the upcoming NATO Summit, which will discuss further assistance to Ukraine.

According to the IAEA Director General, the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant was left without the main power line for almost 5 hours, which emphasizes the constant risks to nuclear safety during the war.

The number of Ukrainians registered in Germany increased by about 250,000 over the year, reaching about 1. 65 million as of March 12, according to German Interior Ministry data cited by Spiegel.

Russia is building up a group of more than 100,000 troops, and there is a possibility that by early summer they may have some forces to conduct offensive operations, according to the commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The Moldovan parliament approved the Declaration on the country's European integration, calling EU accession a national priority and emphasizing the benefits it will bring in terms of sovereignty, democracy, economic development and social policy.

Russia's massive attack on Ukraine resulted in at least 3 deaths, more than 15 injuries in 2 regions and damage to infrastructure.

Russia's missile attack has damaged Ukraine's energy infrastructure beyond the attacks of last winter, leaving many regions with significant power outages and restrictions.

Apple shares fell by almost 4%, the biggest drop since August 2023, after the US Department of Justice and 15 states sued the company for monopolizing the smartphone market.

Zelenskyy called on EU leaders to provide Ukraine with more air defense systems and ammunition to protect its cities from Russian terror and defeat Putin in the battle for Ukrainian skies.

In the semifinals of the Euro 2024 playoffs, Ukraine will play Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the winner will face Israel or Iceland for a ticket to the tournament.

According to UNITED24, the goal of the project is to remind the world of the war in Ukraine and raise funds to rebuild the Velykyi Kostroma gymnasium, which was destroyed by the Russians.

The Belgian Prime Minister welcomes the EU's proposal to use the proceeds of frozen Russian assets to buy weapons for Ukraine, calling it a reasonable way.

Poland will make a material, technical and financial contribution to the Czech plan to increase the supply of ammunition to Ukraine from outside the European Union.