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Ukraine is preparing to launch the Defence City joint arms production program with international partners by September. The program includes 21 initiatives for localizing production in Ukraine and up to 10 projects abroad, particularly in Denmark and the United Kingdom.
Norway is allocating 60 million Norwegian kroner to support Ukrainian women's organizations. The funds will be directed towards strengthening women's rights, preventing gender-based violence, and promoting women's participation in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the leaders of the E5 format states and the NATO Secretary General. Strengthening Ukraine's air defense, including against Iranian "Shaheds", and pressure on Russia due to its unwillingness to end the war, including sanctions, were discussed.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the leaders of Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland. The negotiations focused on strengthening military support for Ukraine, strengthening air defense, and developing joint defense production.
A new Climate Risk Vulnerability Index has revealed that poor countries suffer the most from climate change but do not receive sufficient funding. The authors of the Index warn that cuts in aid from the US and the UK will worsen the situation.
The International Commission on Missing Persons has extended the collection of DNA samples from Ukrainians in the Baltic and Northern European countries until July 18, 2025. This applies to relatives of persons missing as a result of Russian aggression.
Norway will allocate $638 million in 2025 to support the naval coalition, with a significant portion of these funds going towards the production of uncrewed naval vessels in Ukraine. This is a joint project with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, which has significant defense importance for Ukraine.
An office of the Norwegian defense company Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace, known for its NASAMS systems, has been opened in Ukraine. Preparations are underway to strengthen the protection of the population and critical infrastructure from Russian shelling.
Norway's Minister of Defense, Tore Onshuus Sandvik, visited Kyiv, where he met with Rustem Umerov and Oleksandr Syrskyi. Norway will allocate an additional $400 million for the procurement of Ukrainian weaponry.
Meta, in collaboration with Oakley, announced a limited edition model of Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses for $499, available for pre-order from July 11. Targeted at athletes, these glasses feature an improved 3K camera, up to 8 hours of battery life, and IPX4 water resistance.
The Swiss People's Party proposes to revoke the protection status S for Ukrainian refugees, arguing for the stability of some territories in Ukraine. More than 69,000 Ukrainians are in Switzerland with status S, two-thirds of whom depend on assistance.
The UK leads Europe in the number of days of remote work, averaging 1. 8 days per week, due to individualism, prolonged lockdowns, and the structure of the labor market. At the same time, Greece has the lowest indicator – 0.6 days, due to the peculiarities of its economy and culture.
The European Union has summoned the Russian ambassador for explanations after the attack on an EU diplomat in Vladivostok on May 26. It is reported that the official was attacked by two men, allegedly linked to Russian security services.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized a visit of foreign diplomats to the site of the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv. Representatives of more than 60 missions saw the consequences of Russian terror in Ukraine.
Jakob Ingebrigtsen's father was found guilty of assaulting his daughter Ingrid, but was given a suspended sentence. He was accused of physical and verbal violence, but acquitted of charges against his son Jakob.
Ukraine insists on the adoption of bill No. 5488 to counter intolerance, as well as bill No. 9103 on civil partnerships for LGBTQ+ military personnel.
For the first time since June 2022, Europe has surpassed the United States in the volume of military aid to Ukraine, with the Scandinavian countries and Great Britain leading the way. Germany maintained a moderate level of assistance.
Agreements have been signed in Ukraine for the construction of the GORO Mountain Resort, a year-round mountain resort in the Carpathians. Investments will amount to 140 million euros, which will create 25,000 jobs.
Sweden has expressed its readiness to cooperate with Ukraine in the space sector, especially in the military. This will help Ukraine receive intelligence, communications and threat alerts.
General Ingo Gerhartz has taken over the NATO headquarters in Brunssum, replacing Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta. He will lead the defense of NATO's eastern flank, which stretches for 4,000 km.
Denmark will purchase three ground-based air defense systems from Diehl Defence, MBDA France and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to strengthen its defense by 2026. Funding will be provided by the Acceleration Fund.
Andriy Yermak met with Kęstutis Budrys, discussed EU sanctions against the banking and energy sectors of the Russian Federation. Important synchronization of actions with the USA and other countries.
European forests, which have been absorbing carbon for decades, are now emitting it due to extreme weather and deforestation. This threatens the EU's climate goals.
Former doctor Arne Bi in Norway has been sentenced for raping and sexually assaulting at least 70 women. He secretly recorded "examinations" of female patients for 20 years.
Ukraine and Norway have extended the "transport visa-free regime" until the end of 2025. Special permits for freight transportation are not required if the transport meets the Euro-5 standard.
The Ministers of Defense of Ukraine and France discussed the participation of French companies in the production of drones and air defense systems for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. In addition, Umerov discussed joint projects in the field of defense with the Minister of Defense of Spain.
Rustem Umerov discussed with his Norwegian counterpart, Tore Onshus Sandvik, the use of these funds, as well as the development of joint projects, particularly in the field of unmanned systems.
In June 2025, the nuclear submarine "Knyaz Pozharsky" will join the Northern Fleet of the Russian Federation. The submarine is equipped with 96 nuclear warheads and missiles, making it the basis of Russia's nuclear forces.
Ukraine is launching a joint arms production initiative with Ramstein countries. Partners are ready to finance production and transfer weapons to Ukraine.
In 2025, security assistance to Ukraine from partners will exceed the figures of previous years. Great Britain will allocate 350 million pounds for drones, Germany - 5 billion euros for weapons.