March 10, 04:04 PM • 14392 viewsMarch 9, 05:41 PM • 32483 viewsAfter the fall of the Assad regime and its flight to Russia, European countries have been massively suspending consideration of asylum applications from Syrian citizens. These countries include France, Germany, Britain, Sweden, and others.
The Brovary City Council plans to receive 50 wheelchairs from sister cities in Europe for free rent. The initiative is aimed at helping people who cannot get wheelchairs through government programs.
French Ambassador Gael Veyer said that Ukraine's accession to NATO would end the war and strengthen Europe's security. However, the decision must be shared by all NATO member states.
Ihor Zhovkva, deputy head of the Presidential Administration, said that he would continue the dialogue with all 32 NATO members on Ukraine's invitation. The position of Germany and the United States is decisive, but membership is impossible until the aggressor is defeated.
The German Finance Minister reaffirmed guarantees of support for Ukraine in 2025, despite the lack of a permanent budget. The draft envisages a reduction in aid to €4 billion from €8 billion in 2024.
A 73-year-old woman from Kyiv paid UAH 380,000 to fraudsters, believing the story of her daughter's urgent surgery in Germany. The police detained one of the suspects in Zhytomyr, seizing part of the money.
Ukraine will take part in the summit of the United expeditionary forces in an online format. The summit will discuss assistance in recruiting Ukrainian brigades, in particular a new brigade with the support of France.
Ukraine gathers key European partners who, together with the United States of America, "are able to ensure maximum strengthening of Ukraine.
German CDU leader Friedrich Merz supported the creation of a European Contact Group on Ukraine with the participation of Britain. The group should develop common positions for dialogue with the United States if Trump wins.
Bundestag MP Jens Spahn offered to pay 1,000 euros each to Syrians who agree to return from Germany to Syria. He also suggests organizing a conference on the reconstruction of the country together with Austria, Turkey and Jordan.
The Jerome family from Rinteln decorated their home with 605 Christmas trees, using 120 thousand decorations and 50 thousand light bulbs. This is the seventh family record since 2017, surpassing last year's figure of 555 Christmas trees.
The candidate for Chancellor of Germany from the CDU confirmed the immutability of the position on the transfer of Taurus missiles to Ukraine. Merz noted the right of Ukraine to strike at military facilities of the Russian Federation.
The president of Ukraine discussed with Friedrich Merz the creation of a contact group with the participation of Germany, France, Great Britain, Poland and Denmark. The group's goal is to establish a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
Ukraine may consider Macron's proposal to deploy foreign troops as a guarantee of security before joining NATO. Zelensky plans to discuss with Biden the issue of inviting Ukraine to join the Alliance.
Friedrich Merz, the CDU/CSU candidate, visited Kyiv a week after Scholz's visit. The leader of the opposition bloc, who does not rule out providing Ukraine with TAURUS, intends to discuss the state of the country's defense.
The Turkish president announced a reduction in Germany's political influence after Merkel's resignation. Erdogan stressed that he and putin are "the most experienced" world leaders after 20+ years in power.
The pro-government Georgian Dream party plans to ban covering your face at rallies and actions. The decision was made after a series of attacks on journalists, during which more than 56 media representatives were injured.
4. 2 million Ukrainians received temporary protection status in the EU countries as of October 2024. Most of the Ukrainians were received by Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic, where more than 2.5 million refugees live.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz held telephone talks with Donald Trump on a joint strategy for Ukraine. Scholz ruled out the possibility of deploying German peacekeepers in Ukraine during the war.
The German Chancellor held telephone talks with Trump about a strategy to support Ukraine. Despite internal challenges, Scholz confirmed further assistance to Kiev and announced a new military package.
Augsburg police have arrested a 37-year-old asylum seeker from Iraq who was spying on a Christmas market. The man had connections with IS and published extremist materials on social networks.
Sweden and Denmark have signed a contract for the purchase of 205 Stridsfordon 90 combat vehicles worth 25 billion kronor. Ukraine will receive 40 modern infantry fighting vehicles, deliveries will begin in 2026.
Oil supplies via Druzhba to the Czech Republic have been restored after a two-day break. The Czech diplomat considers the stop a deliberate provocation on the part of the Russian Federation, but the country has enough reserves and alternative routes.
German Defense Minister Pistorius did not rule out the possibility of sending German peacekeepers to Ukraine in the future. This issue is not currently being considered, but the final decision will depend on the "conditions that have been created".
The book of the ex-chancellor of Germany "Freedom" sold more than 200 thousand copies in the first week. A 736-page memoir written with Beate Baumann.
During the new year and Christmas holidays, passenger traffic across the border is expected to increase to 120 thousand people per day. The Border Guard Service advises you to plan your trips in advance and check your documents.
The SBU conducted a successful DDOS attack on one of the largest banks in Russia. Customers lost access to online banking, mobile applications and payment terminals across Russia.
Novaya Pochta has launched the Project" Play for Ukraine " with Ambassador Elina Svitolina to unite Ukrainians. Participants share their personal victory stories and receive a limited edition ball signed by the tennis player.
The painting “General 52x52” by American artist Robert Ryman will be sold at Ketterer's auction. The white enamel canvas, created in 1970, is estimated at €1-1.5 million.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands announced the allocation of 22 million euros for Ukraine. The funds will be used to develop air defense systems and strengthen cyber resilience.
