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Israeli Pluri and Ukrainian Hemafond are cooperating on emergency therapy for radiation sickness. The placenta-based drug will create a supply of medicine in Ukraine in case of a nuclear incident.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended the traditional Easter service in St George's Chapel in Windsor. Most members of the royal family were present, with the exception of the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children.
Pope Francis, in his Easter message "Urbi et Orbi", wished that the risen Christ bring peace to suffering Ukraine. He also called for an end to the conflict in Gaza, the release of hostages, and the provision of aid.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the military operation in the Gaza Strip will continue, as the country has no choice. Hostilities will not stop until Hamas is destroyed, hostages are freed, and the security of Israel is ensured.
The USA published about 10 thousand pages of records about the murder of Robert F. Kennedy at the request of Donald Trump. Among the files are the notes of the killer Sirhan Sirhan, where he wrote that the candidate "must be destroyed".
Since 2021, Finland has classified arms exports, issuing 19 licenses to 8 countries. Ukraine is the most frequent destination for secret supplies, Israel requested non-disclosure.
As a result of the bombing of the Ras Issa oil port in Yemen, the death toll has risen to 74, with another 171 people injured. The US says the aim was to destroy a source of fuel for the Houthis.
A Hamas leader has stated their readiness for negotiations regarding the exchange of hostages for a ceasefire and the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. Interim agreements are no longer being considered.
Harvard risks losing the right to enroll foreign students and funding due to US demands to provide information on student visa holders suspected of illegal activities.
Donald Trump blocked an Israeli strike on Iran to destroy its nuclear facilities. Instead, the US began negotiations with Tehran to limit its nuclear program.
Israel has created an operational security belt covering 30% of Gaza and plans a long-term military presence there. This is necessary to prevent Hamas attacks.
In Lebanon, the film "Snow White" was banned due to the participation of Israeli actress Gal Gadot in it. Previously, the film "Captain America" was banned for the same reason.
Hamas said it is studying Israel's latest ceasefire proposal. The proposal contains a requirement to disarm the group.
Israel has proposed a temporary ceasefire and is discussing the terms of a lasting truce. Egypt is waiting for Hamas' response regarding the proposed conditions.
Donald Trump accuses CBS News of bias and calls for the program "60 Minutes" to be taken off the air. He believes that the TV channel distorts information and illegally supports Kamala Harris.
Ukraine is ready to purchase 10 Patriot systems for $15 billion to protect civilians from Russian shelling. Zelenskyy said that European partners are ready to financially contribute to the deal.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Katz stated that the IDF will increase pressure on Hamas if the militants do not agree to release the hostages. A significant part of Gaza has already become a security zone for Israel.
Israel carried out an airstrike on the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza, the only one functioning. Part of the building was destroyed, patients and staff were evacuated.
A rocket attack damaged a hospital in the center of Gaza, destroying the emergency department. Hospital workers say that before the attack, a phone call came in - the caller, who identified himself as a representative of the Israeli special services, warned of the upcoming shelling.
The Deputy Head of the Presidential Office, Palisa, proposed that all Ukrainians, regardless of gender, undergo military service in order to gain access to state privileges, as in Israel.
Israel has launched tours of the Golan buffer zone captured in Syria after the fall of Assad. The route includes Mount Hermon overlooking Damascus and the Shebaa farms.
Hundreds of Israeli reservists have called on the government to strike a deal with Hamas to return the hostages, even if it means ending the war in Gaza. This reflects a split in the Israeli army.
France plans to recognize the Palestinian state in June at a conference with Saudi Arabia. Macron hopes that SA will recognize Israel in response to this move.
Trump has stated his readiness to use military force against Iran if it does not halt its nuclear program. The US and Iran are planning talks in Oman.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres strongly condemned the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and compared Israel's actions to the terror of the Khmer Rouge, calling Gaza a "killing field. " He called for the resumption of humanitarian aid.
In 2024, Ukraine spent $62,500 on lobbying in the US, which is six times less than in 2023. Russia spends 7.4 times more on lobbying in the US than Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump has stated that the States may not change tariff restrictions on Israel. This became known during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Donald Trump stated his desire for the United States to control Gaza, resettle the Palestinians, and turn the territory into a resort. He called the transfer of Gaza to the Palestinians a "strange move".
Donald Trump has stated his concern about the intensity of Russian bombings of Ukraine. He noted that the US is in talks with both sides of the conflict, but there has been no specific progress yet.
Donald Trump announced direct negotiations with Tehran on the nuclear program. He noted that the situation around Iran is moving into “very dangerous territory”.