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Ukraine is already producing almost 20 Bohdan self-propelled guns per month - Zelensky

Ukraine is already producing almost 20 Bohdan self-propelled guns per month - Zelensky

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“Productive Summit": Zelenskyy talks about important decisions of Nordic countries for Ukraine

“Productive Summit": Zelenskyy talks about important decisions of Nordic countries for Ukraine

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The “Danish model” of the Ukrainian defense industry was supported by other Nordic countries - OP

The “Danish model” of the Ukrainian defense industry was supported by other Nordic countries - OP

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Norway plans to increase annual aid to Ukraine by $1.5 billion

Norway plans to increase annual aid to Ukraine by $1.5 billion

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Zelensky met with the President of Iceland: what they discussed about helping Ukraine

Zelensky met with the President of Iceland: what they discussed about helping Ukraine

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Northern European leaders support Victory Plan in joint statement at Reykjavik summit

Northern European leaders support Victory Plan in joint statement at Reykjavik summit

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Zelenskyy on the results of the Ukraine-North Europe summit: they talked about strengthening air defense and NATO

Zelenskyy on the results of the Ukraine-North Europe summit: they talked about strengthening air defense and NATO

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Zelenskyy discusses investments in Ukrainian arms production with Prime Minister of Iceland

Zelenskyy discusses investments in Ukrainian arms production with Prime Minister of Iceland

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Zelensky reveals details of the situation in the east: the enemy has heavy losses

Zelensky reveals details of the situation in the east: the enemy has heavy losses

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Zelenskyy arrives in Iceland: what will be discussed at the summit with five countries

Zelenskyy arrives in Iceland: what will be discussed at the summit with five countries

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Zelensky will address the Nordic Council in Iceland: what will be discussed

Zelensky will address the Nordic Council in Iceland: what will be discussed

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President announces new support packages from Northern European countries

President announces new support packages from Northern European countries

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Finnish Prime Minister announces meeting with Zelenskyy in Reykjavik

Finnish Prime Minister announces meeting with Zelenskyy in Reykjavik

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Iceland shows record economic growth after switching to 4-day week - study

Iceland shows record economic growth after switching to 4-day week - study

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Zelenskyy: Ambassadors of six countries start diplomatic missions to Ukraine

Zelenskyy: Ambassadors of six countries start diplomatic missions to Ukraine

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Delegations from 8 countries arrived in Odesa region: Keeper tells details of the meeting

Delegations from 8 countries arrived in Odesa region: Keeper tells details of the meeting

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Coalition government collapses in Iceland, country prepares for new elections

Coalition government collapses in Iceland, country prepares for new elections

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Slovakia donates €4.5 million worth of ammunition to Ukraine from citizens

Slovakia donates €4.5 million worth of ammunition to Ukraine from citizens

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Mine Action Coalition allocates €22 million for military equipment for Ukraine

Mine Action Coalition allocates €22 million for military equipment for Ukraine

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Ukraine offers Northern European countries to arm and train a battalion of Ukrainian Armed Forces - Defense Ministry

Ukraine offers Northern European countries to arm and train a battalion of Ukrainian Armed Forces - Defense Ministry

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Fans have determined the most important match of the Ukrainian national team in 2024

Fans have determined the most important match of the Ukrainian national team in 2024

According to the results of the voting on the UAF social networks, the match against Iceland in the Euro 2024 playoff final was named the "Match of the Year". The victory over the Icelanders received 48.5% of the fans' votes.

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Belgium announces increase in NATO Rapid Reaction Force: what is the country preparing for

Belgium announces increase in NATO Rapid Reaction Force: what is the country preparing for

Belgium plans to increase the number of troops in NATO to 1,500 in 2025. The country will also send F-16s to Iceland and return troops to the peacekeeping mission in Kosovo.

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James Norton to defend Anglo-Saxon throne in new BBC series

James Norton to defend Anglo-Saxon throne in new BBC series

The BBC has announced the historical drama "The King and the Conqueror" about the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Starring James Norton and Nikolaus Coster-Waldau, the premiere is scheduled for 2025.

Culture •  • 103793 views
Iceland's government has granted permission for whale hunting until 2029

Iceland's government has granted permission for whale hunting until 2029

The Icelandic government has issued permits to two companies to slaughter 426 whales annually until 2029. Hunting is allowed from mid-June to September for fin whales and whales in Minsk.

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Iceland holds early parliamentary elections due to the collapse of the coalition

Iceland holds early parliamentary elections due to the collapse of the coalition

Iceland is holding early parliamentary elections today after the collapse of the ruling coalition. About 270,000 voters will elect 63 deputies, and the results of voting are expected overnight.

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The countries of Northern Europe, the Baltic States and Poland announced increased support for Ukraine

The countries of Northern Europe, the Baltic States and Poland announced increased support for Ukraine

At the summit in Hapsund, the heads of government of the Baltic states, Scandinavia and Poland announced the strengthening of military assistance to Ukraine. The participants supported the "Victory Plan of Ukraine" and promised to increase the supply of ammunition.

Politics •  • 17919 views
Kiper enlisted the support of France in the restoration of the Odessa region

Kiper enlisted the support of France in the restoration of the Odessa region

Chairman of the Odessa RSA Oleg Kiper met with President of the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'azur region Renault Muselier. The parties signed a memorandum of cooperation for 5 years and discussed support for the medical sector and The Superhumans project.

Economy •  • 19133 views
Volcanic landscape from above: Iceland on fire due to eruption

Volcanic landscape from above: Iceland on fire due to eruption

The tenth volcanic eruption in three years has occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland. Due to the threat of lava flows, the Blue Lagoon resort and 4000 local residents were evacuated.

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Representatives of the Scandinavian states were shown foreign components of Russian weapons produced in their countries - KFI

Representatives of the Scandinavian states were shown foreign components of Russian weapons produced in their countries - KFI

Representatives of the Scandinavian states were shown foreign components of Russian weapons produced in their countries, the KFI noted.

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Economic cooperation in the maritime and logistics sectors: Kipers shares details of meeting with Latvian Ambassador to Ukraine

Economic cooperation in the maritime and logistics sectors: Kipers shares details of meeting with Latvian Ambassador to Ukraine

Oleh Kiper, Chairman of Odesa RSA, met with Latvian Ambassador Ilgvars Kļava to discuss cooperation in the maritime and logistics sectors. The parties discussed the possibilities of new partnerships between the regions of the two countries.

Politics •  • 22154 views
Ukraine is already producing almost 20 Bohdan self-propelled guns per month - Zelensky

Ukraine is already producing almost 20 Bohdan self-propelled guns per month - Zelensky

President Zelenskyy announced the production of almost 20 Bohdan self-propelled artillery systems per month in Ukraine. New support packages and joint defense projects were discussed at the summit with the Nordic countries.

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“Productive Summit": Zelenskyy talks about important decisions of Nordic countries for Ukraine

“Productive Summit": Zelenskyy talks about important decisions of Nordic countries for Ukraine

At the fourth Ukraine-North Europe Summit, they discussed strengthening defense support, including air defense systems and the Petriot. The partner countries supported Ukraine's Victory Plan and agreed to increase defense production.

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The “Danish model” of the Ukrainian defense industry was supported by other Nordic countries - OP

The “Danish model” of the Ukrainian defense industry was supported by other Nordic countries - OP

Northern European countries have supported the “Danish model” of financing the Ukrainian defense industry for the production of long-range weapons. Sweden has already allocated 20 million euros to support Ukraine's industrial base under this initiative.

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Norway plans to increase annual aid to Ukraine by $1.5 billion

Norway plans to increase annual aid to Ukraine by $1.5 billion

Norway is considering a new agreement on assistance to Ukraine until 2030, which provides for an increase in annual support. Currently, the country provides $1.5 billion annually and allocates an additional €120 million for the Patriot system.

War •  • 59063 views
Zelensky met with the President of Iceland: what they discussed about helping Ukraine

Zelensky met with the President of Iceland: what they discussed about helping Ukraine

The President of Ukraine met with Halla Tomasdottir in Reykjavik to discuss Iceland's participation in demining and rehabilitation of soldiers. The parties also discussed the issue of countering disinformation and implementation of the Peace Formula.

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Northern European leaders support Victory Plan in joint statement at Reykjavik summit

Northern European leaders support Victory Plan in joint statement at Reykjavik summit

The leaders of Iceland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine signed a joint statement at the Reykjavik Summit. The Nordic countries supported the Victory Plan and allocated more than €20 billion in aid.

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Zelenskyy on the results of the Ukraine-North Europe summit: they talked about strengthening air defense and NATO

Zelenskyy on the results of the Ukraine-North Europe summit: they talked about strengthening air defense and NATO

During the fourth Ukraine-North Europe Summit in Iceland, the parties discussed strengthening air defense and the Patriot system. They also discussed Ukraine's membership in NATO and a common position on peace.

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Zelenskyy discusses investments in Ukrainian arms production with Prime Minister of Iceland

Zelenskyy discusses investments in Ukrainian arms production with Prime Minister of Iceland

During his first working visit to Iceland, the President of Ukraine met with the Prime Minister. The parties discussed NATO membership, investments in the defense industry, and the production of drones.

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Zelensky reveals details of the situation in the east: the enemy has heavy losses

Zelensky reveals details of the situation in the east: the enemy has heavy losses

The President of Ukraine reported a difficult situation in the east due to the large number of Russian troops. According to Zelenskyy, 800 Russian troops were killed in the east yesterday alone.

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Zelenskyy arrives in Iceland: what will be discussed at the summit with five countries

Zelenskyy arrives in Iceland: what will be discussed at the summit with five countries

The President of Ukraine visits Iceland to participate in the fourth Ukraine-Northern Europe Summit. The meeting will focus on military assistance, arms production, and maritime security.

Politics •  • 13459 views
Zelensky will address the Nordic Council in Iceland: what will be discussed

Zelensky will address the Nordic Council in Iceland: what will be discussed

On October 29, the President of Ukraine will attend a session of the Nordic Council in Reykjavik. Zelenskyy will meet with the prime ministers of the Nordic countries and discuss peace and security in the Arctic.

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President announces new support packages from Northern European countries

President announces new support packages from Northern European countries

The President of Ukraine announced cooperation with the Nordic countries in a new format. Defense, political, and economic cooperation with Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland is expected to increase.

War •  • 35309 views
Finnish Prime Minister announces meeting with Zelenskyy in Reykjavik

Finnish Prime Minister announces meeting with Zelenskyy in Reykjavik

Petteri Orpo announced a meeting with President Zelenskyy during the 76th session of the Nordic Council in Reykjavik.

Politics •  • 30477 views
Iceland shows record economic growth after switching to 4-day week - study

Iceland shows record economic growth after switching to 4-day week - study

Iceland's economy grew by 5% in 2023 after the introduction of a 4-day workweek without a salary cut. 51% of the country's employees switched to a reduced schedule while maintaining productivity.

Economy •  • 35471 views
Zelenskyy: Ambassadors of six countries start diplomatic missions to Ukraine

Zelenskyy: Ambassadors of six countries start diplomatic missions to Ukraine

President Zelenskyy met with the ambassadors of Finland, Brazil, Ireland, Montenegro, Lithuania and Iceland, who had arrived to work in Ukraine. They had separate meetings and presented their credentials.

Politics •  • 16819 views
Delegations from 8 countries arrived in Odesa region: Keeper tells details of the meeting

Delegations from 8 countries arrived in Odesa region: Keeper tells details of the meeting

The foreign ministers of Ukraine and 8 Nordic-Baltic Eight countries pay an official visit to Odesa region. They discussed strengthening support for Ukraine, defense of ports and energy infrastructure.

War •  • 52055 views
Coalition government collapses in Iceland, country prepares for new elections

Coalition government collapses in Iceland, country prepares for new elections

The Prime Minister of Iceland announced the dissolution of the governing coalition due to disagreements over immigration and energy. New parliamentary elections are scheduled for November 30.

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Slovakia donates €4.5 million worth of ammunition to Ukraine from citizens

Slovakia donates €4.5 million worth of ammunition to Ukraine from citizens

Slovaks raised €4. 5 million in three weeks to buy artillery ammunition for Ukraine. 122 tons of ammunition have been delivered, and another 500 thousand euros are planned to be spent on grenade launcher shells.

War •  • 10468 views
Mine Action Coalition allocates €22 million for military equipment for Ukraine

Mine Action Coalition allocates €22 million for military equipment for Ukraine

The member countries of the Coalition for Demining Capabilities have agreed to purchase €22 million worth of equipment for Ukraine's needs. Lithuania is allocating €15 million and Sweden €7 million for pickups and trucks for the Armed Forces and the State Service of Ukraine for Specialized Transport Services.

War •  • 13004 views
Ukraine offers Northern European countries to arm and train a battalion of Ukrainian Armed Forces - Defense Ministry

Ukraine offers Northern European countries to arm and train a battalion of Ukrainian Armed Forces - Defense Ministry

Ukraine has invited the Nordic countries to join the Northern Brigade project. Each country will be able to train and arm a Ukrainian battalion and invest in Ukraine's defense industry.

War •  • 26406 views