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Favbet Foundation is a charitable organization founded in 2020 by Andriy Matyukha. From the very beginning, the foundation saw its main goal as supporting society in Ukraine through the development of sports and educational infrastructure.

Italian Antonio Omar Dridi, who fought on the side of Ukraine, died in Ukraine. He went missing in March when the bunker where he was staying was bombed.

Pope Leo XIV has called on Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, calling the situation there alarming. He also reaffirmed the Vatican's readiness to hold talks on Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of Poland discussed further steps for a peaceful settlement. The topic of opening the first negotiation clusters regarding Ukraine's accession to the EU was also raised.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The parties discussed the latest ceasefire negotiations and sanctions against Russia.

Pope Leo XIV has confirmed the Vatican's readiness to host the next round of negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. The Italian Prime Minister expressed gratitude for his commitment to peace.

Italy is ready to facilitate contacts for peace in Ukraine and positively assesses the Vatican's readiness to host negotiations. Ukraine is open to negotiations in the Vatican.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the 18th package of EU sanctions with Ursula von der Leyen, emphasizing the need to restrict Russian oil and financial schemes. They also coordinated actions after negotiations with Trump.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed his conversation with Donald Trump and possible platforms for negotiations with Russia with Giorgia Meloni. It was also agreed to continue contacts for further steps.

European countries are trying to persuade Trump not to withdraw from the negotiation process between Russia and Ukraine. After Trump's conversation with Putin, European leaders were shocked.

Trump informed European leaders that Putin is ready for negotiations. According to sources, some leaders were "surprised" or "shocked" during the conversation.

In February 2025, the number of first-time asylum seekers in the EU decreased by 23% compared to last year. Most applicants are from Venezuela, Spain received the most.

124 countries have backed a global agreement to improve pandemic preparedness. The deal addresses structural inequalities in the development of drugs and vaccines, taking into account the lessons of COVID-19.

Donald Trump told European leaders about the details of the conversation with Putin, causing concern about a possible deal at the expense of Ukraine's interests. The leaders confirmed their readiness to continue supporting Kyiv.

US Vice President Vance said that negotiations on Ukraine have reached a dead end and suggested that the US may withdraw from them. Trump plans talks with Putin and Zelensky.

In the first quarter of 2025, global car sales increased by 3. 1%, reaching 20.97 million. China leads with 5.98 million cars sold, increasing the figure by 4.5%.

Giorgia Meloni met with the US Vice President and the head of the European Commission against the background of trade tensions. Italy is acting as a mediator to restore Western unity.

Emmanuel Macron called on Vladimir Putin to accept Donald Trump's proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. The leaders of the countries discussed this issue on the eve of Trump's conversation with Putin.

The German Chancellor is trying to reconcile Italy and France over Meloni's exclusion from the meeting on Ukraine. Macron accused her of spreading false information.

British Prime Minister discussed the war in Ukraine with the leaders of the USA, Italy, France and Germany. The discussion focused on a ceasefire and sanctions against the Russian Federation in case of refusal to negotiate.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the continuation of pressure on Russia due to its aggression in Ukraine. He also called on Italy to take a more active part in European efforts.

British Defense Minister John Healey has admitted the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine. He made the statement following a meeting with colleagues in Rome, but did not provide details.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated the need to prepare for a ceasefire in Ukraine. He emphasized the importance of dialogue and support for Ukraine.

The finalists of Eurovision-2025 have been determined in Basel after two semi-finals. Ukraine has reached the final, where the founding countries and winners of the qualifying rounds will also perform.

US Vice President J. D. Vance will visit the Vatican for the second time in a few months. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will also attend the Mass on the occasion of the election of Pope Leo XIV.

Global warming is contributing to the spread of tiger mosquitoes to the north, which increases the risk of dengue and chikungunya outbreaks in Europe. Research shows that by 2060, the number of diseases could increase fivefold.

Bookmakers predict Sweden's victory at Eurovision 2025. Ukraine has an 11% chance of making the top five, and Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and other countries have also qualified for the final.

13 countries of the Council of Europe have signed the Convention on the Protection of the Legal Profession. Ukraine is absent among them, although it was expected that it would be one of the first to ratify the document.

NATO negotiators aim to reach 5% of GDP on defense by 2032 to soften Trump's demands. Ministers will discuss this in Antalya amid efforts to end the war in Ukraine.

The President of France stated that Paris will support Ukraine, but does not seek escalation to World War III. France is also ready to discuss the deployment of French military aircraft with nuclear weapons in Europe.