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The President of Ukraine presented a 5-point Victory Plan to the Verkhovna Rada. Zelensky said that this plan is a guarantee that Russia will lose the ability to continue the war.

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine's partners have been practical and attentive to the Victory Plan. He will present the Plan at a meeting of the European Council and emphasized the importance of a just peace for Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine unveiled a 5-point Victory Plan with 3 secret annexes. The plan includes geopolitical, military, economic and security aspects to end the war and ensure security.

President Zelenskyy comes to the Verkhovna Rada to present the Victory Plan.

12 EU countries have called on the European Commission to support the creation of energy associations to reduce energy prices. They presented a joint document at a meeting of EU energy ministers, emphasizing the importance of cross-border cooperation.

The IT coalition has accumulated 157 million euros for Ukraine since September 2023. 99 million has already been transferred in the form of equipment and software, including 87 million from Germany in SAP licenses.

CNN has learned about plans for meeting with the leaders of Germany, France and the United Kingdom during US President Joe Biden's visit to Berlin. The meeting was canceled last week due to Hurricane Milton and was supposed to include a discussion of support for Ukraine.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the Verkhovna Rada today, where he is expected to present the Victory Plan. The plan contains military, political and economic points, some of which will remain classified.

Representatives of Ukraine met with G20 ambassadors to discuss the Victory Plan and the Peace Formula. The parties discussed holding thematic conferences and preparations for the Second Global Peace Summit.

A realistic sculpture of a sleeping homeless man has appeared in the lobby of the Dolder Hotel in Switzerland. This is the art installation “The Traveler” by American sculptor Duane Hanson, which has caused controversy.

Canada accused India of involvement in the murder of a Sikh separatist on its territory. In response, both countries expelled 6 diplomats each, which led to a deterioration in relations.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance will not be intimidated by Russia's threats and will continue to support Ukraine. During a visit to the NATO mission in Ukraine, he emphasized the Alliance's defensive nature and readiness to counter any threat.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance will not be intimidated by Russian threats and will continue to support Ukraine. He visited the new NATO mission in Germany, which will coordinate military assistance to Kyiv.

A Russian citizen accidentally rode his bicycle into a Bundeswehr military training area near Gardelegen. The military police do not rule out an attempt at espionage, although the Russian was released after checking his documents.

The Deutsche Welle office in Bonn received an anonymous bomb threat. The office staff was evacuated and the premises are being checked.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that Germany remains one of the biggest supporters of Ukraine after the United States. He emphasized that Germany's goal is to protect Ukraine's independence and sovereignty.

Peskov said that NATO's nuclear exercises are escalating tensions in the context of the war in Ukraine. He also rejected the statement about the possibility of a Russian attack on NATO, calling it illogical.

The Ukrainian ambassador to Germany has announced the publication of Ukraine's Victory Plan. The plan includes military, diplomatic and economic steps to force russia to negotiate.

The French government will propose a new immigration law in 2025. It is planned to extend the period of detention of illegal migrants from 90 to 210 days and limit their legalization.

A German government spokesman confirmed a visit by US President Joe Biden at the end of the week. Biden is expected to receive Germany's highest state award from President Steinmeier.

An 80-year-old former Stasi officer has been convicted in Berlin for the murder of a Pole on the GDR border in 1974. The pensioner was sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting a 38-year-old man who was trying to flee to the West.

BND President Bruno Kahl warned of a possible Russian attack on NATO before the end of the decade. He noted that the Kremlin views Germany as an enemy because of its support for Ukraine.

In April, German language teachers from two Brovary lyceums will go on an internship in Jena. The twin cities have agreed to cooperate in education, culture, sports, and medicine.

NATO is conducting a two-week military exercise to practice the use of nuclear weapons. About 2,000 troops and 60 aircraft from 13 NATO countries will take part in the maneuvers.

Ukrainian badminton players won silver at the tournament in Istanbul and 8 medals at competitions in Germany. The awards include two golds from Ivan Tsaregorodtsev and Anastasia Alymova at the YONEX German Ruhr U19 International 2024.

Germany is softening its position on arms sales to Turkey. A technical delegation has already arrived in Turkey to discuss the details of a possible deal.

Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with his counterparts from France, the United Kingdom, Italy and Germany. They discussed strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities, increasing weapons production and utilizing frozen Russian assets.

Norway has introduced temporary border controls on ferries from Denmark, Sweden and Germany due to the increased terrorist threat. The control may last until October 22 and does not involve checking all travelers.

The chairman of the Bundestag's defense committee said that the German army needs 35,000 additional soldiers to meet new NATO requirements.

The President of Ukraine spoke about defense packages, air defense, and investments in weapons production following his visit to London, Paris, Rome, and Berlin. Zelenskyy presented the Victory Plan to his partners and discussed the approach of a just peace.