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russia remains an important energy supplier to Europe, accounting for 15% of the EU's gas imports in 2023.

U. S. intelligence believes that allowing Ukraine to conduct long-range strikes against Russia could lead to decisive retaliatory actions by Russia. The Ukrainian side insists on lifting the restrictions to end the war sooner.

Ukrainian paratriathlete Alisa Kolpakchi won a bronze medal at the European Championships in France in the PTS 5 class. Another Ukrainian, Daryna Moskalenko, took 21st place in the women's competition among Olympians.

The USA and the EU have almost reached an agreement on a $50bn aid package for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets. The US is ready to contribute $20bn if the EU changes the sanctions regime against Russia.

Bruno Retailleau, the new French Interior Minister, has proposed to reduce immigration and limit benefits for illegal migrants. He plans to unveil new measures to curb migration within a few weeks.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu says his government has not responded to the push by the United States, France and their allies for a 21-day ceasefire in Israel's fight against Hezbollah.

Najib Mikati welcomes the call for a 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

The Japanese warship JS Sazanami has sailed through the Taiwan Strait between Taiwan and China for the first time. This is a significant step by Japan, which had previously avoided such actions in order not to irritate China.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich rejected the proposal for a 21-day ceasefire with Hezbollah. He insists on the complete defeat of Hezbollah as the only acceptable outcome of the campaign in the north.

Iran's Foreign Minister warned that Tehran would not stand aside in the event of a war in Lebanon. He called on the UN Security Council to intervene to restore peace, saying that the region is on the brink of disaster.

France and the United States proposed a 21-day ceasefire in Lebanon to allow for negotiations. The initiative was supported by several Arab countries and the EU, calling for de-escalation of the conflict and a diplomatic settlement.

According to scientists, the ancestors of alpacas appeared on our planet about 45 million years ago. The Indians of Peru domesticated these animals about six thousand years ago.

The United States and France initiate a 21-day truce in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel is considering a ground operation, and the details of the ceasefire proposal will be made public in the near future.

The President of Ukraine discussed the use of frozen Russian assets and Ukraine's military needs with the President of the European Council. Zelenskyy thanked for the support and efforts to strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

President Zelenskyy met with French leader Macron in the United States. They discussed the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense system, military training, and the training of a Ukrainian brigade by France.

Washington plans to provide Ukraine with its largest aid package since May, including ammunition for F-16s and HIMARS. The package will be announced on the eve of Zelenskyy's meeting with Biden at the White House.

US President Joe Biden will visit Germany on October 10-12. A quadripartite meeting of the leaders of the United States, Germany, France, and Britain is expected to discuss support for Ukraine.

France will provide 60 million euros to Ukraine by the end of the year to support the energy sector due to the destruction of critical infrastructure by Russia. The announcement comes as winter approaches and Ukraine needs quick energy solutions.

Iranian President Massoud Peseshkian said that the country did not supply Russia with weapons for the war in Ukraine and does not approve of the aggression. He is ready to engage in a dialogue with the United States and Europe on this issue.

The first sign languages for people with hearing impairments were created in the Middle Ages. In 1620, the Spanish monk Juan Pablo de Monet published the first sign language book, which contained an alphabet with images of finger and hand movements that signified certain sounds.

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has announced the formation of a new government. The goal is to find a balance between the right and the center and to overcome the political deadlock after the snap elections.

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with Chief of the Joint Staff of the French Armed Forces Burkar. They discussed Ukraine's needs for critical weapons and France's military support.

The Australian government is working with the United States on a plan to send decommissioned M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine. The former commander of the Australian army supported the idea of transferring decommissioned equipment.

A six-month training course for Ukrainian pilots on Alphajet aircraft has been completed in France. The French Air Force plans to train 26 Ukrainian pilots over the next two years.

For the first time, World Cleanup Day was held in 2018, when its participants managed to collect more than 80 thousand tons of garbage around the world. This year, at least 100 million people from 197 countries will join World Cleanup Day.

The shortlist for the Man Booker Prize 2024 includes 5 women authors out of 6 nominees, a record for 55 years. Writers from 5 countries are represented, including a Dutch author for the first time.

Archaeologists have identified the body of the French Renaissance poet Joachim du Bellay in one of the coffins under Notre Dame Cathedral. The tests helped to identify the 37-year-old man buried in the center of the cathedral.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the UN Security Council on Tuesday, September 24. He will present a “victory plan” during his visit to the United States, when world leaders will gather for the annual meeting of the UN General Assembly.

A Green Card is an international insurance policy for drivers traveling abroad. It protects against the financial consequences of road accidents and is mandatory for entry into most European countries.

Denmark has provided two aid packages to Ukraine worth EUR 64 million. 44 million will be used to restore Mykolaiv region, provide water, rebuild infrastructure and support the population.