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A briefing for diplomats on sanctions against Russia was held in the OP. The impact of restrictions, foreign components in weapons and the confiscation of Russian assets were discussed.

The President of Ukraine strongly condemned the Russian strike on Sumy, which killed 34 people and injured 117. The ballistic missile strike hit the city center on Palm Sunday.

Kaspar Veldkamp in Lviv honored the memory of the fallen defenders of Ukraine. The visit program includes a conference, meetings and discussions on Ukraine's integration into the EU.

The European Union plans to reduce gas procurement targets, ignoring US demands for $350 billion in imports. This decision was made against the backdrop of economic problems and Trump's tariffs.

In March 2025, exports of agricultural products accounted for 58% of all Ukrainian exports, reaching $2. 1 billion. Corn and sunflower oil were exported the most, and exports of processed products increased.

Oleksandr Nechytailo became the ambassador to China, and Andriy Melnyk became the representative to the UN. There were also changes in the embassies of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and others.

Andriy Kostin, recently dismissed from the post of Prosecutor General, has become the Ambassador of Ukraine to the Netherlands. He will also be Ukraine's representative to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.

The European Union has rejected Lithuania and Estonia's application for funding for a "drone wall" to monitor borders and combat drones. The countries will look for other sources of funding.

General Cavoli announced the preparation of a new batch of F-16s for Ukraine and the expansion of pilot training. Ukrainian forces are already using F-16s to protect the sky.

The Trump administration is imposing a 25% duty on imports of beer and empty aluminum cans from April 4. This decision will affect beer imports of $7.5 billion, where Mexico is the leader.

A 30-year-old Ukrainian is suspected of committing stabbings near Dam Square in Amsterdam. He is suspected of attempted murder with terrorist intent.

The Netherlands is accelerating support for Ukraine with 2 billion euros, of which 500 million will go to the purchase of drones. This will help Ukraine to resist Russian attacks more effectively.

The Netherlands will provide Ukraine with 500 million euros for the development of drones. This is part of a 2 billion euro aid package until 2025 to stop Russian aggression.

The spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the Ukrainian embassy is cooperating with Dutch law enforcement agencies to clarify the circumstances of the attack, in which a 30-year-old Ukrainian from the Donetsk region is suspected.

Ukraine is considering an innovative method of osteointegrated prosthetics. Within 2-3 weeks, an order will be signed so that those who need such prosthetics can receive it.

The Ukrainian band Ziferblat will perform under number 5 with the song "Bird of Pray" in the first semi-final of Eurovision 2025. Along with Ukraine, Iceland, Poland, and other countries will perform in the semi-final.

Western governments are cutting foreign aid, which could lead to 10 million more HIV infections and nearly 3 million deaths by the end of the decade.

In Paris, leaders discussed support for Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, and the creation of "deterrent forces. " Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of maintaining sanctions and the role of the United States in stopping the war.

A knife attack occurred in Amsterdam on March 27, injuring five people, two of them seriously. The attacker has been arrested, the motives for the crime are unknown.

The first meeting of the committee on the establishment of the Claims Review Commission for Ukraine took place in The Hague. Ukraine demands compensation for damages from the Russian Federation since 2014 in the amount of more than $1 trillion.

EU countries will be able to deviate from the 90% gas storage filling target by 5% if market conditions are unfavorable. The final gas storage rules for 2026 and 2027 are being agreed upon.

Partner countries have allocated 20 million euros for the purchase of tactical reconnaissance drones for the Defense Forces. The equipment is expected to be delivered within three months.

Ukrainians received UAH 703 million in aid as part of the Winter eSupport. About 60% of the funds were spent on utility services, applications through Ukrposhta will be processed by the end of April.

The Netherlands will contribute 65 million euros to the Energy Support Fund of Ukraine. These funds will be used for the repair campaign and preparation for the heating season.

The state controls the top 5 banks in Ukraine, foreigners - almost half of the institutions. Some banks are connected with politicians and corporations, which affects their activities.

Dutch municipalities are forced to deny shelter to Ukrainian refugees due to a lack of accommodation.

Ukraine and seven other countries have filed a complaint with the UN over satellite communication disruptions suspected to be caused by Russia. The disruptions are affecting television, aviation, and shipping.

Most of the corn was exported to Spain, Italy, Turkey, Egypt and the Netherlands. Corn accounted for 16% of Ukraine's total exports.

Dick Schoof stated the importance of putting pressure on Russia to reach a truce with Ukraine. He emphasized the necessity of negotiations after the meeting of leaders on Ukraine.

Eurostat reported a record life expectancy in the EU – 81. 4 years. The longest life expectancy is in Spain (Madrid), Italy (Trento) and the Åland Islands, and the shortest is in Bulgaria.