Czech President Petr Pavel will appoint populist ANO party leader Andrej Babiš as prime minister on December 9. Babiš intends to take office in time to represent the country at the EU summit on December 18-19.
Ukrzaliznytsia announced new international railway routes. For the first time, sleeping cars will run from Uzhhorod to Vienna, and Berehove will get a direct connection to Budapest. It will be possible to reach Germany with one transfer.
European countries are considering joint offensive cyber operations and surprise military exercises in response to Russia's hybrid attacks. This comes amid an unprecedented number of sabotage acts and attempted attacks linked to Moscow.
Ukraine's dollar bonds due in 2029 rose 3 cents on the dollar, exceeding 72 cents, their highest level since February. This followed signs of progress on a US-backed peace plan that could end the fighting.
Ukraine's Ambassador to the Czech Republic, Vasyl Zvarych, thanked the Czech people for their support after newly elected Speaker of Parliament Tomio Okamura ordered the removal of the Ukrainian flag from the building. The diplomat emphasized that the Ukrainian flag symbolizes freedom and resilience, and the strength of unity can force Russia to stop the war.
At the same time, ministers will continue to perform their duties until a new government is appointed, and the Ukrainian flag, which was hoisted after the start of the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022, was removed from the country's parliament building.
The Czech army intends to recruit 2,250 new soldiers in 2026, which will be one of the highest figures in its history. This plan exceeds the previous record of 2006, when 2,262 people joined the army.
A demonstration took place in Prague demanding the return of the Ukrainian flag to the facade of the National Museum of the Czech Republic. The action lasted half an hour, ending with the flag being raised on mobile masts.
Andrej Babiš, leader of the ANO movement, has agreed on a government coalition with the right-conservative Motoristen party and the anti-European SPD. Babiš previously stated that he would not provide Ukraine with money for weapons from the budget.
In Prague, a 38-year-old man, under the influence of drugs, threw a package containing 120,000 crowns to a passerby. The police returned the money to its owner after verifying its legal origin.
The Czech Republic has offered Slovakia accelerated gas support after the EU approved a phased withdrawal from Russian gas by January 2028. Hungary and Slovakia disagreed with the plan, citing energy security risks, but the Czech Republic is ready to help.
UNN has compiled a ranking of young and progressive Ukrainian entrepreneurs who are driving the development of the Ukrainian economy and markets, creating EdTech ecosystems, automating the European restaurant market, managing hundreds of millions of dollars in client finances, putting Ukraine on the map of the bionic revolution, developing Ukrainian sports, and building venture funds.
EU governments have agreed to restrict travel for Russian diplomats within the bloc in response to a surge in sabotage, often led by spies operating under diplomatic cover. This is part of a new package of sanctions being developed by Brussels, which requires unanimous support.
Andrej Babiš, known for his anti-European stance, will once again become Prime Minister of the Czech Republic after his ANO movement won the elections with almost 35% of the votes. He plans to form a single-party government, negotiating with the Freedom and Direct Democracy movement and the Motorists for Themselves.
Ukrainian citizens abroad can provide DNA samples for the identification of missing relatives at SE "Document" units in seven countries. The procedure includes submitting an application and collecting biological material for molecular genetic examination.
The European Union is considering tightening restrictions on tourist visas for Russian citizens and imposing restrictions on the movement of Russian diplomats within the bloc.
A small private plane crashed in a wooded area in Prague, killing a man born in 1979 and a woman born in 1953. The pilot noticed technical problems shortly after takeoff.
European leaders, realizing critical gaps in defense capabilities, hope for Donald Trump to fulfill his proposal for security guarantees for Ukraine. Replacing US military capabilities will cost Europe $1 trillion.
Ukrzaliznytsia announced that most trains are returning to schedule, and from August 29, traffic is planned to resume according to the timetable. Delays are gradually being caught up, and the company is doing everything to normalize traffic.
The Ukrainian Book Institute has created an online database of translations of Ukrainian literature into other languages. It contains over 800 books available to foreign readers.
Fragments of bones of "Lucy", Australopithecus afarensis, 3. 18 million years old, were presented in Prague. This is the first demonstration in Europe, along with "Selam", another unique specimen.
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský arrived in Ukraine for his sixth visit. He assured of unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
According to a Deutsche Bank report, rent for a three-bedroom apartment in European city centers continues to rise, with only five cities having an average cost below 2,000 euros. London is the most expensive city with a rent of 5,088 euros, while Athens is the cheapest at 1,080 euros.
UNN analyzed the cost of studying at ten leading foreign universities where Ukrainians can get higher education. The review includes universities in the Netherlands, Germany, Great Britain, Switzerland, Poland, the Czech Republic, Latvia, Lithuania, Austria, and Ireland.
In Lviv region, a regular bus collided with a car, as a result of which 32 people were injured. The bus driver, while overtaking, drove into the oncoming lane, where the collision occurred.
American researchers are developing an AI-powered microscope system for faster and more affordable soil testing. The technology, combining optical microscopy with machine learning, will allow measuring the presence of fungi in soil samples.
A large-scale power outage has affected part of the Czech Republic, including areas of Prague and other regions. The cause was an accident on the main power transmission line V411, which led to the shutdown of the metro and trams, as well as people getting stuck in elevators.
A "Unity Center" for Ukrainians will be created in Prague, where consultations on housing, work and legal status will be provided. The center will promote integration and voluntary return to Ukraine.
The creation of an investment fund will not give quick financial results, but it will change the US attitude towards Ukraine. The purpose of the agreement is to show that Ukraine can work off aid.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on the world to restrain Iran, Russia and North Korea, emphasizing that Iran supports the aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. Security in Europe and the Middle East are connected.
