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The Netherlands hands over 25 YPR infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine for transportation of wounded

The Netherlands is providing Ukraine with 25 YPR armored tracked vehicles to evacuate the wounded. The country has already allocated more than €10 billion in military aid, of which about €6 billion has been implemented.

War • February 12, 11:37 PM • 100863 views

The Netherlands donates a mobile forensic laboratory to Ukraine

Ukraine will receive from the Netherlands a modern mobile laboratory consisting of 13 containers for investigating war crimes. The equipment allows for DNA and fingerprint analysis and data extraction from mobile devices in the field.

War • February 7, 01:07 AM • 33132 views

Ukraine receives first Mirage 2000 and F-16 fighters - Defense Ministry

The Ukrainian Air Force receives the first French Mirage 2000 and F-16 fighters from the Netherlands. Defense Minister Umerov said that the planes are already in Ukraine and will soon begin combat missions.

War • February 6, 01:56 PM • 56944 views

The European Commission wants to extend the mandatory filling of gas storage facilities by 90%

The European Commission intends to extend the requirement for 90% occupancy of gas storage facilities after 2024. The largest storage countries are negotiating to reduce this limit due to the risk of speculation.

News of the World • February 6, 01:17 PM • 25133 views

German police detain Russians for stealing 100 kg of wild garlic

Six Russian nationals stole about 100 kg of wild garlic in a forest near Leipzig, causing several thousand euros in damage. Two of the suspects had previously been prosecuted for a similar crime.

News of the World • February 5, 11:56 PM • 33428 views

In the Netherlands, hotel guests found a sleeping seal in their room

In the Dutch city of Flissingen, a seal entered a beachfront hotel room when a guest went for a walk. The animal rights activists who arrived at the scene found the seal sleeping and moved it to a safe place.

News of the World • February 5, 06:48 PM • 126665 views

The Netherlands to support training of more than 20 Ukrainians for F-16 maintenance

The Dutch Ministry of Defense will train 26 Ukrainian F-16 crew chiefs until the end of April. The technicians will be responsible for inspecting and maintaining the fighters before and after flights.

War • January 31, 05:18 PM • 29471 views

Ukraine awaits delivery of another batch of F-16s from the Netherlands

Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with his Dutch counterpart to discuss the transfer of F-16s. The two sides also discussed a €400 million drone program and the development of joint defense enterprises.

War • January 31, 03:47 PM • 173054 views

Coca-Cola recalls beverages in several European countries due to high chlorate content

Coca-Cola is recalling batches of drinks due to elevated chlorate content in Belgium, the Netherlands, Britain, Germany, France and Luxembourg. Products in cans and bottles sold since November may pose a health risk.

Health • January 28, 07:47 AM • 39119 views

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Free out-of-school education in Brovary: over 1800 children develop their talents at the Palace of Creativity

Free extracurricular education in Brovary: over 1800 children develop their talents at the Palace of Creativity.

Society • January 27, 11:48 AM • 27105 views

Killer whales drive a thousand white sharks out of a bay in South Africa

About 1000 great white sharks have disappeared from the bay near the town of Gansbaai in South Africa due to killer whale attacks. Researchers have found that after killer whale attacks in 2017 and 2021, sharks left their traditional habitats en masse.

News of the World • January 24, 01:54 PM • 111088 views

“We'll have to spend trillions to deter Putin” - Rutte names the price NATO will pay if Ukraine loses

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance would have to spend trillions on defense if Ukraine loses. He emphasized the importance of achieving a “just and sustainable” peace without concessions to Putin.

War • January 23, 01:39 PM • 31095 views

“Ukraine needs reliable non-public security guarantees": Rutte on challenges for NATO

NATO Secretary General Rutte advocated non-public security guarantees for Ukraine and its rapid accession to the Alliance. U.S. Special Envoy Grenell criticized this position due to insufficient defense funding by European countries.

Politics • January 23, 10:50 AM • 24811 views

Zelensky met with the leaders of Sweden, Croatia, and the Netherlands in Davos: what they talked about

The President of Ukraine met with the Prime Ministers of Sweden, Croatia and the Netherlands on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. They discussed military assistance, investments in the defense industry, and humanitarian demining.

War • January 22, 07:15 PM • 46015 views

Georgia sets a European record for the number of official holidays

Georgia has 18 official holidays a year, the most in Europe. In 2024, a new holiday was added on May 17 - the Day of Family and Parental Respect.

News of the World • January 20, 01:40 PM • 43936 views

High tariffs and a peace deal: Europe prepares for the first day of the Trump presidency

Today is the inauguration of Donald Trump, after which he plans to sign about 100 executive orders. The EU is preparing for potential changes in trade, climate policy, and its position on Ukraine.

News of the World • January 20, 10:43 AM • 70185 views

Ukraine's independence in arms: Zelenskyy holds a meeting of the Beta

The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Stavka to discuss the issue of independence in arms production. The agenda included drones, a missile program, and robotic systems for the army.

Politics • January 17, 07:25 PM • 53085 views

Zelenskyy: There will be more investments from partners in the production of Ukrainian drones

Zelenskyy announced $6. 6 billion in military aid from Britain and new investments in drone production. They also discussed cooperation with Italy on air defense and $3.3 billion in support for the UN.

War • January 16, 09:21 PM • 35454 views

Defense cooperation and investment in Ukrainian arms production: Zelenskyy meets with Dutch Foreign Minister

Zelenskyy meets with the Dutch Foreign Minister to discuss defense cooperation and investment in arms production. The Netherlands reaffirmed its continued support for Ukraine and its work on new sanctions against Russia.

War • January 16, 08:53 PM • 62698 views

The Netherlands will allocate 27 million euros to support Ukraine: where will the money go

The Netherlands is providing €7 million for the UCAP assistance package and €20 million for the Energy Support Fund for Ukraine. This is additional assistance to the total military support of €10.4 billion.

War • January 16, 07:49 PM • 46914 views

A unique golden fibula from the Roman Empire was tried to be sold at auction

Odesa prevented the illegal sale of a rare artifact of the I-II centuries - a golden fibula of Germanic cultures. Law enforcers seized the find worth UAH 170 thousand for transfer to the National Museum.

Culture • January 14, 03:02 PM • 33740 views

The EU Council approved: Switzerland to join PESCO's Military Mobility project

The EU has approved Switzerland's invitation to participate in the PESCO Military Mobility project. The project is aimed at optimizing the transportation of military forces and equipment between EU countries.

News of the World • January 14, 02:01 AM • 30238 views

Daughter of Poroshenko's MP who hit a man on drugs at a crosswalk faces 6 years in prison - media

The court has completed the examination of evidence in the case of Yaryna Aryeva, who hit a woman on a pedestrian crossing while under the influence of drugs. The prosecutor's office will ask for 6 years in prison and deprivation of rights for 8 years.

Politics • January 13, 03:32 PM • 43122 views

China reports a decrease in the level of HMPV infection: what is known

Chinese officials report a decrease in the incidence of metapneumovirus in the northern provinces. The WHO has not received reports of unusual outbreaks, and experts emphasize that the virus has been around for decades.

News of the World • January 12, 04:07 PM • 27723 views

Ukraine will receive 30 thousand drones from the UK and NATO allies

The international Drone Capability Coalition will allocate 45 million pounds for the purchase of drones for Ukraine. The funding comes from the UK, Denmark, the Netherlands, Latvia and Sweden.

War • January 9, 03:37 PM • 28503 views

One case of metapneumovirus has been recorded in Kyiv: what you need to know about HMPV

One laboratory-confirmed case of human metapneumovirus has been recorded in the capital. The incidence of HMPV is lower than in previous years. A total of 14 cases have been detected in Ukraine since the beginning of the epidemic season.

Kyiv • January 9, 10:25 AM • 48945 views

Batch of smuggled iPhones worth $500,000 stopped by customs officers at the border

At the Uhryniv-Dolhobychuv checkpoint, customs officers found 424 iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max hidden in a car. The driver tried to smuggle the phones through the “green corridor” to avoid declaring them.

Crimes and emergencies • January 7, 08:45 PM • 24532 views

From killless elephants to snails: how animals adapt to human activity

Scientists have discovered unusual adaptations of animals to urbanization and human activity. The changes include shorter wings in swallows, pale snail shells, and tuskless elephants in Africa.

News of the World • January 6, 01:18 PM • 94506 views

Winter weather forced the cancellation of flights in three European countries

More than 190 flights have been canceled at airports in Germany, Britain and the Netherlands due to snow and freezing rain. Frankfurt, Schiphol, and Heathrow are experiencing severe flight delays.

News of the World • January 5, 10:47 AM • 31005 views

Names of 425,000 alleged Nazi collaborators of World War II in the Netherlands published

A database with the names of 425,000 suspected collaborators with the Nazis during World War II has been published in the Netherlands. The archive contains data on war criminals, NSB members, and those who were found not guilty.

News of the World • January 3, 05:32 PM • 24499 views

It will be targeted: the Ministry of Defense explained all the details about the unblocking of medical workers

Ukraine and the USA will sign an agreement on minerals in the coming days - Shmyhal

India and Pakistan: Political scientist explains whether a new war is brewing and how it will affect Ukraine

The Rada extended the deadline for the voluntary return of military personnel from unauthorized leave until August 30.

State Land Bank or Vinnytsia "meeting of friends" around land management

From May, gasoline in Ukraine should be sold with alcohol: how this will affect cars and the cost of fuel

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

Planned series "Einstein" has been postponed for a year

Hetmantsev's bill on the activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund was subjected to devastating criticism by the Verkhovna Rada's scientific and expert department

Katy Perry felt "beaten" by society's rejection of her space travel

Bread, oil, cherries: what do your menu and agricultural science of Ukraine have in common?

Duma calls the reform a “threat,” while experts call it a necessity: what is happening with the changes in ARMA

Duma calls the reform a “threat,” while experts call it a necessity: what is happening with the changes in ARMA

Bread, oil, cherries: what do your menu and agricultural science of Ukraine have in common?

Hetmantsev's bill on the activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund was subjected to devastating criticism by the Verkhovna Rada's scientific and expert department

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