04:22 PM • 5446 views04:22 PM • 5560 viewsJanuary 12, 12:45 AM • 77738 viewsTelegram channels of Russian state media have become inaccessible in European countries due to violations of local laws. The blocking affected RIA Novosti, RT, Rossiya 1 and other channels in seven European countries.
In 2024, we launched 18 new Ukrainian-language audio guides to cultural sites around the world. We also donated hundreds of Ukrainian books to libraries in 8 countries as part of the Ukrainian Bookshelves project.
The bodies of two missing climbers have been found on Mount Gran Sasso in Italy. The experienced climbers slipped in a gorge at an altitude of 2700 meters after being blocked by snow and frost.
The Antimonopoly Committee has found a lack of competition in the market of bandages for patients with epidermolysis bullosa. The Swedish company Molnlycke Health Care created a monopoly due to the peculiarities of medical documentation.
Ukrainian wines are rapidly integrating into the global gastronomic culture due to their high quality and naturalness. The products are exported to many countries and appear on the menus of well-known international restaurants.
In seven Western European countries, support for Ukraine “until victory” has sharply declined. Most Europeans favor peaceful negotiations, even if it means Russia's control over some territories.
EU diplomats are skeptical about the possibility of deploying European peacekeepers in Ukraine without US involvement. The main obstacles are Russia's rejection and the difficulty of convincing the European population.
The Italian government approves a decree-law extending the authorization for the transfer of military equipment to Ukraine.
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.
Rome has completed a two-month restoration of the famous Trevi Fountain worth 327 thousand euros.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Prime Minister Maloni will meet with Zelenskyy and other leaders before the European Council to coordinate further actions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. Football legends recall interesting stories about the Ukrainian footballer, including how he introduced the AC Milan players to Ukrainian lard.
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 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.
