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Italian government supports continuation of arms supplies to Ukraine
Italy's largest bank will limit payments from Russia: what will change in 2025
Restored Trevi Fountain in Rome reopened: what will change for tourists
FT: Russia's frozen assets have caused a dispute between Scholz and Duda
Amazon employees in the US announce a large-scale strike before Christmas
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Enemy drones spotted over Kyiv region, air defense system in operation
The number of killed and wounded DPRK soldiers in Kursk region exceeds 3 thousand people - Zelenskyy
Court plans to choose a preventive measure for MP Tyshchenko on January 6
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Emergency power outages have been canceled - Ukrenergo
Ukraine and Italy strengthen military partnership: a new stage of cooperation in 2025
Finland detains a plane flying to Russia on suspicion of sanctions circumvention
Google Street View helped solve the case of a missing person in Spain through a random photo
Zelenskyy arrives in Brussels: what he will discuss with EU and NATO leaders
Gazprom supplies LNG to Italy for the first time - Reuters
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Europe may send 100,000 troops to Ukraine after ceasefire - Reuters
Zelensky: “No leader in the world has the right to negotiate with Putin without Ukraine”
European gas companies warned the European Commission about the risks of stopping gas transit through Ukraine
Tusk announces new €100 million aid package for Kyiv
Maloni announces a meeting with Zelensky
EU prepares 16th package of sanctions against Russia - Maloney
Italy approves new military aid package for Ukraine - media
10 countries and the EU condemned the deployment of DPRK troops in Russia to be used against Ukraine: what they say
Macron to discuss peacekeeping mission in Ukraine at EU summit - report
Italy is ready to send peacekeepers to Ukraine
20 years ago Andriy Shevchenko won the Ballon d'Or: who congratulated the ex-footballer
Ukraine's national team has received rivals in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, and FIFA is involved in another scandal
“The goal of the effort is victory": the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the adoption of the Berlin Declaration
Russia buys rifles and ammunition from the EU and the US despite sanctions - media
Politico names three most influential people in Europe
The fate of refugees: 12 European countries suspend consideration of asylum applications for Syrian citizens
Four people are killed and 26 injured in the explosion of the Eni oil depot in Florence
Fiorentina midfielder has to undergo defibrillator implantation, but his career in Italy is under threat
Zelensky and Melanie discuss new aid package from Italy
Czech Republic resumes oil supplies from Russia after two days break
Italian government supports continuation of arms supplies to Ukraine
The Italian government approves a decree-law extending the authorization for the transfer of military equipment to Ukraine.
Italy's largest bank will limit payments from Russia: what will change in 2025
Intesa Sanpaolo will stop accepting payments in euros from Russian banks from January 15, 2025. The restrictions will affect mainly corporate clients of the Russian Federation, but will have exceptions for domestic transactions.
Restored Trevi Fountain in Rome reopened: what will change for tourists
Rome has completed a two-month restoration of the famous Trevi Fountain worth 327 thousand euros.
FT: Russia's frozen assets have caused a dispute between Scholz and Duda
At a meeting of EU leaders, a conflict arose between Scholz and Duda over the confiscation of 260 billion euros of frozen Russian assets. Germany opposes it because of the risks to financial markets, while Poland supports the idea.
Amazon employees in the US announce a large-scale strike before Christmas
The Teamsters union has organized the largest strike in US history against Amazon over the company's refusal to negotiate labor contracts. The protest action began on December 19 with the participation of about 10,000 workers.
Ukraine and Italy strengthen military partnership: a new stage of cooperation in 2025
The Ministers of Defense of Ukraine and Italy discussed the expansion of military cooperation for 2025. It is planned to strengthen air defense and implement joint projects with Italian defense companies.
Finland detains a plane flying to Russia on suspicion of sanctions circumvention
A Lithuanian Beechcraft plane was detained at Helsinki airport on suspicion of circumventing sanctions. The plane was planning an unusual route to Pskov via Helsinki instead of a direct flight from Latvia.
Google Street View helped solve the case of a missing person in Spain through a random photo
A photo from Google Street View of a man loading a white bag into a trunk became a key clue in a missing person case. Spanish police arrested two suspects and found human remains.
Zelenskyy arrives in Brussels: what he will discuss with EU and NATO leaders
The President of Ukraine will hold a series of important meetings with European leaders in Brussels. Talks are scheduled with the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, and other countries, as well as the EU and NATO leaders.
Gazprom supplies LNG to Italy for the first time - Reuters
The Cool Rover gas carrier has delivered the first batch of LNG from the Portova plant to the Italian port of Livorno. This comes amid a reduction in gas supplies by pipeline after the outbreak of war.
Europe may send 100,000 troops to Ukraine after ceasefire - Reuters
European countries are discussing the possibility of deploying up to 100,000 troops to Ukraine after a ceasefire or peace agreement. France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the United Kingdom could form the basis of a coalition.
Zelensky: “No leader in the world has the right to negotiate with Putin without Ukraine”
The President of Ukraine said that no world leader can negotiate with Putin without Ukraine's participation. To start negotiations, we need to create a clear action plan and be in a strong position.
European gas companies warned the European Commission about the risks of stopping gas transit through Ukraine
Gas companies from four EU countries warned the European Commission of the risks of stopping gas transit through Ukraine. Slovakia is negotiating with Gazprom, but the EC refuses to participate in the discussion.
Tusk announces new €100 million aid package for Kyiv
Donald Tusk announced the 46th package of military aid to Ukraine worth €100 million in January. Zelenskyy and Tusk discussed the situation at the front and coordination with partners during their meeting in Lviv.
Maloni announces a meeting with Zelensky
Prime Minister Maloni will meet with Zelenskyy and other leaders before the European Council to coordinate further actions.
EU prepares 16th package of sanctions against Russia - Maloney
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the development of the 16th package of EU sanctions against Russia. Italy will continue to support the sanctions policy and help companies that comply with it.
Italy approves new military aid package for Ukraine - media
The Italian government has approved the tenth package of military aid to Ukraine, the details of which remain confidential. Defense Minister Guido Crozetto will present it at COPASIR. The country continues to support Kyiv in its quest for a just peace.
10 countries and the EU condemned the deployment of DPRK troops in Russia to be used against Ukraine: what they say
The foreign ministers of 10 countries and the EU condemned military cooperation between the DPRK and Russia, including the deployment of North Korean troops. The countries called on Pyongyang to stop helping Moscow and withdraw its troops.
Macron to discuss peacekeeping mission in Ukraine at EU summit - report
The French president plans to discuss the deployment of peacekeepers in Ukraine after the ceasefire at the EU summit. France is forming a coalition of 5-8 European countries to implement this initiative.
Italy is ready to send peacekeepers to Ukraine
Italian Defense Minister Crozetto announced the country's readiness to participate in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. However, Foreign Minister Tajani considers such a discussion premature, emphasizing the need to achieve a “just peace.
20 years ago Andriy Shevchenko won the Ballon d'Or: who congratulated the ex-footballer
20 years ago, Andriy Shevchenko won the Ballon d'Or. Football legends recall interesting stories about the Ukrainian footballer, including how he introduced the AC Milan players to Ukrainian lard.
Ukraine's national team has received rivals in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, and FIFA is involved in another scandal
Ukraine's national team was placed in Group D with France/Croatia, Iceland, and Azerbaijan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. During the draw, FIFA showed a map of Ukraine without Crimea.
“The goal of the effort is victory": the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the adoption of the Berlin Declaration
The Berlin Declaration is signed in Germany, confirming that peace talks are impossible without Ukraine and its European partners. The document provides for increased military and financial support for Ukraine and its Euro-Atlantic integration.
Russia buys rifles and ammunition from the EU and the US despite sanctions - media
EU and US companies continue to supply weapons to Russia through intermediary countries. Arms exports to Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and other countries have increased 2.5 times in three years, from where they end up in Russia.
Politico names three most influential people in Europe
George Maloney is recognized as the most powerful person in Europe by Politico. Ursula von der Leyen, Friedrich Merz, and Mark Rutte topped other categories of the ranking.
The fate of refugees: 12 European countries suspend consideration of asylum applications for Syrian citizens
After 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.
Four people are killed and 26 injured in the explosion of the Eni oil depot in Florence
An explosion occurred at an ENI fuel storage facility near Florence, killing 4 people and injuring 26. Due to the high column of smoke, local authorities urged residents to keep windows closed within a 5 km radius.
Fiorentina midfielder has to undergo defibrillator implantation, but his career in Italy is under threat
Edoardo Beauvais was found to have a scar on his heart that may be the result of COVID-19. due to the need to install a defibrillator, his career in Italy was threatened due to local regulations.
Zelensky and Melanie discuss new aid package from Italy
The president of Ukraine held a telephone conversation with the prime minister of Italy regarding the 10th aid package. The leaders agreed to strengthen coordination to increase the supply of air defense systems.
Czech Republic resumes oil supplies from Russia after two days break
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.