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Switzerland has stepped up its fight against the circumvention of sanctions against Russia

Switzerland is stepping up its efforts to enforce sanctions against Russia by investigating possible workarounds through Swiss banks and companies.

News of the World • February 21, 03:34 PM • 24361 views

Finland is investigating more than 740 cases of sanctions violations on the border with Russia

Since the start of the invasion, Finnish customs officials have launched more than 740 investigations into potential sanctions violations on Finland's border with Russia.

News of the World • February 21, 01:29 PM • 27301 views

Hungary may vote to ratify Sweden's NATO membership on February 26

The Hungarian parliament may vote on February 26 to ratify Sweden's application for NATO membership, as the ruling Fidesz party has promised to support the proposal.

News of the World • February 20, 09:42 AM • 28948 views

The lion's share of Ukraine's public debt consists of long-term concessional loans from international partners - Ministry of Finance

Most of Ukraine's public debt consists of long-term concessional loans from international partners. According to the Ministry of Finance, 10 countries provided grant assistance to Ukraine, namely: The United States, Japan, Norway, Germany, Spain, Finland, Switzerland, Ireland, Belgium, and Iceland.

Economy • February 19, 05:08 PM • 29485 views

Situation at the front and support on the way to NATO: Zelenskyy meets with President-elect of Finland

Zelenskyy met with newly elected President Alexander Stubb at the Munich Security Conference, thanked him for condemning Russian aggression, and informed him of Ukraine's defense priorities and the importance of Finland's support for Ukraine's path to NATO.

War • February 17, 05:29 PM • 32298 views

NATO considers deploying Alliance forces across Europe - media

NATO is developing plans to deploy the Alliance's armed forces across Europe in response to Russia's intensification of its defense industry and military buildup over the past year.

Politics • February 16, 10:55 AM • 29117 views

Munich security conference to confront political upheaval caused by Trump - media

At the Munich Security Conference, U. S. officials will reassure allies of NATO's commitment amid political instability caused by Trump.

News of the World • February 15, 04:12 PM • 22748 views

Estonia warns that border crossings with Russia may be closed

Due to increased migration pressure from Russia, Estonia has warned that it may be forced to close some border crossing points.

News of the World • February 14, 07:16 AM • 38619 views

Finland's newly elected president says he sees no point in meeting with Putin

The newly elected President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, said that he sees no point in meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin because of Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine.

Politics • February 12, 10:20 AM • 43445 views

Israel demands resignation of UN Commissioner-General Filippe Lazzarini

Israel's Foreign Minister demanded the resignation of UN Commissioner-General Filippe Lazzarini after reports of a Hamas tunnel for Palestinian refugees and works (UNRWA) discovered under the agency's headquarters in Gaza.

Politics • February 10, 10:15 PM • 40614 views

An environmental treaty for Ukraine: International working group agrees and presents document

The International Working Group on the Environmental Consequences of War has presented an Environmental Treaty for Ukraine, which aims to compensate for all environmental damage caused by Russia's war and help restore Ukraine as an ecological state.

War • February 9, 06:07 PM • 61693 views

Canada and Finland discuss joint recovery of Ukraine

The Ministers of Trade of Canada and Finland discussed their strong commitment to supporting Ukraine's recovery and reconstruction through cooperation on the transition to a green economy and responsible extraction of critical minerals.

Economy • February 8, 11:28 PM • 52104 views

Finland extends border closure with Russia for another two months

Finland has extended the closure of the border with Russia for another two months, until April 14, due to security risks.

News of the World • February 8, 12:56 PM • 21278 views

NATO Secretary General says Sweden will soon become a member of the Alliance

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that the Hungarian parliament may ratify Sweden's application for NATO membership after it reconvenes in late February.

Politics • February 7, 11:38 PM • 35342 views

Italian company Beretta still supplies weapons to Russia despite sanctions - IrpiMedia and The Insider

The Italian company continues to supply weapons to Russia through third-party intermediaries despite the sanctions.

War • February 7, 10:29 PM • 89369 views

Czech government discusses first step towards joining eurozone amid disputes in ruling coalition

By October 2024, the Czech government will request the opinion of the National Economic Council on the feasibility of joining the European Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM II) as a prerequisite for the introduction of the euro.

Economy • February 7, 10:04 AM • 29227 views

Ukraine and Sweden are negotiating the purchase of CV90 infantry fighting vehicles for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Representatives of Ukraine and Sweden discussed the financial terms and obligations of Ukraine to participate in the project, as well as the terms, conditions, and mechanism for the procurement of CV-90 infantry fighting vehicles.

War • February 7, 09:39 AM • 74738 views

Austria denies claims of Grünbaum's heirs, owner of Egon Schiele's works, of "Nazi robbery"

Austrian museums deny claims that Egon Schiele's paintings, which belonged to a Jewish collector, were looted by the Nazis.

Culture • February 6, 09:45 AM • 22510 views

Hungary's parliament convenes on Monday at the request of the opposition to consider Sweden's accession to NATO

Hungary's parliament will meet on Monday at the request of opposition parties to consider ratification of Sweden's NATO membership application.

News of the World • February 1, 11:05 PM • 24862 views

Russia recruits Syrians to fight in Ukraine in exchange for citizenship - media

Syrian citizens are being deceived into signing contracts with the Russian military, promising them jobs and citizenship, but in reality being sent to fight in Ukraine.

War • February 1, 10:19 PM • 27205 views

Development of partnerships in the defense industry: Ukraine has signed dozens of agreements on joint production of weapons

Ukraine is actively developing partnerships in the defense industry, having concluded dozens of agreements on joint arms production with more than two dozen countries.

War • February 1, 09:31 AM • 32521 views

Finland has not granted a single asylum application of migrants who came from Russia

Finland did not grant asylum to any of the migrants who arrived from Russia across the border at the end of last year.

News of the World • January 31, 11:30 PM • 28221 views

Israel calls for UN Secretary General's resignation

Israel calls on UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to resign after allegations that some UNRWA staff were involved in a Hamas attack.

News of the World • January 31, 09:47 AM • 20400 views

russia deliberately "jams" GPS in Europe - the commander of the Estonian forces

According to the commander of the Estonian Defense Forces, russia is deliberately disrupting GPS in Europe to test equipment and interference capabilities amid potential future conflicts with NATO.

News of the World • January 31, 09:24 AM • 18951 views

Zelenskyy thanked Finnish President Niinistö for supporting Ukraine, including defense assistance and advocacy for Euro-Atlantic integration

Zelenskyy thanked Finnish President Sauli Niinistö for his personal support of Ukraine, including defense assistance and advocacy for Ukraine's integration into Euro-Atlantic organizations.

War • January 30, 05:55 PM • 27394 views

Ukraine has improved its position in the Corruption Perceptions Index: it received 36 points out of 100

In 2023, Ukraine was ranked 104th out of 180 countries in the Global Corruption Perceptions Index, improving its position by 3 points and receiving 36 points out of 100. Over the past 10 years since the Revolution of Dignity, Ukraine has added 11 points, the largest increase among the current EU candidate countries.

Society • January 30, 09:24 AM • 28949 views

Presidential elections in Finland, it became known who made it to the second round

Former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb received the most votes (27. 2%) in the first round of the presidential election in Finland. He will face former Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto (25.8% of the vote) in the second round on February 11.

News of the World • January 28, 08:58 PM • 26816 views

Three more countries suspend funding for UNHCR in Gaza

The United Kingdom, Italy and Finland have suspended funding for the UN Refugee Agency in Gaza following allegations that some staff members were involved in the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. Earlier, the United States, Australia and Canada also froze funding for the Agency.

News of the World • January 27, 03:50 PM • 34321 views

Finland to send 21 packages of military aid to Ukraine worth 106 million euros

Finland has decided to send Ukraine the 21st package of military aid worth 106 million euros, the content of which is not disclosed for security reasons.

War • December 21, 02:03 PM • 32126 views

The Economist named Greece the country of 2023

The Economist magazine named Greece the Country of the Year for its successful economic reforms and recovery from the debt crisis. The country continues to develop despite past difficulties.

News of the World • December 21, 10:47 AM • 31138 views

A failure occurred in the operation of Privat terminals: the bank says the problem has already been resolved

The General Staff confirmed the strike on the deployment point of the 448th Missile Brigade of the Russian Federation, which struck Sumy.

Ukrainians are changing their holiday destinations: what they are choosing

Sytnyk Used to Vacation at the Hunting Grounds Where a Dog Was Shot With a Gun, and Its Owner Ran for Parliament

Organized dog fights and shot the animal in the head: the man is already in pre-trial detention for attempted murder

Zelensky proposed to the Verkhovna Rada to extend martial law and mobilization for another 90 days

Hiding behind the IMF, Hetmantsev is trying to push a bill on the activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund through the Rada

Lowering prices on "chips and soda" is not about medical necessity. People's Deputy criticized the Top 100 medicines from the Ministry of Health

Broke the bus window and saved people: what is known about 13-year-old Kyrylo Illyashenko, who became a hero of Sumy

Fake disability: how many employees of state and law enforcement agencies are in the focus of investigators – the SBI response

Johnny Depp returns to the cinema in Lionsgate's "Day Drinker" thriller

It is necessary to know what the ceasefire will look like: Rutte on the problem with the deployment of peacekeepers

In occupied Crimea, the Russian Guard has increased patrols due to fear of partisans - ATEŞ

Iran's leader said that negotiations with the US are going well, but could lead nowhere

A Ukrainian caused a large-scale accident in Krakow: 19 injured

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Sytnyk Used to Vacation at the Hunting Grounds Where a Dog Was Shot With a Gun, and Its Owner Ran for Parliament

"Gray" iPhone: Why small chains sell Apple equipment cheaper

"Rivne Vertical": How Ivanna Smachylo headed the State Property Fund of Ukraine and what Minister Koval has to do with it

The court is not a decree: how ARMA, under the leadership of Duma, demonstrates disregard for the law

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