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Ukraine reacts sharply to FATF's decision not to blacklist Russia - Politico
02:57 PM • 7619 viewsUkraine asks South Africa for support in G20 and protection from nuclear threats russia
October 28 2024, 01:40 PM • 16481 viewsIndian Prime Minister may organize second Peace Summit - Zelenskyy
October 28 2024, 12:24 PM • 15659 viewsFATF refuses to blacklist Russia at Ukraine's request
October 26 2024, 09:33 AM • 55598 viewsThe arrival of La Niña is postponed until November, El Niña may persist until March 2025
October 23 2024, 03:18 PM • 106362 viewsPopular
Ukrainians want changes in the anti-corruption system more than in customs - poll
11:35 AM • 104979 viewsAn unknown waltz by Chopin was accidentally found in the New York library
01:20 PM • 67660 viewsHow to see a zombie: instructions
02:03 PM • 61762 viewsNorway plans to increase annual aid to Ukraine by $1.5 billion
03:26 PM • 18652 viewsSupermodel Gisele Bündchen is pregnant for the third time
03:59 PM • 43554 viewsAfter Turkey Sybiha will continue its tour of Arab countries and Africa: what is known
October 23 2024, 05:59 AM • 15601 viewsRussia will try to create mechanisms to support the war against Ukraine at the BRICS summit - ISW
October 23 2024, 03:41 AM • 68677 viewsFATF to consider blacklisting Russia next week - Politico
October 16 2024, 06:07 AM • 32788 viewsSibiga and Yermak discuss Victory Plan and Peace Formula with G20 Ambassadors
October 15 2024, 08:23 PM • 44930 viewsSri Lanka has applied to join the BRICS
October 14 2024, 05:04 PM • 15360 viewsAccessibility for all: why Ukraine needs to strengthen control over new buildings
Ukrainians want changes in the anti-corruption system more than in customs - poll
Impunity or justice? Why delaying the cases of officials harms Ukraine
“Mother's European Integration": Deputy Head of the ARMA travels to the regions instead of strengthening international cooperation
Expert: Russian propaganda uses scandals with Ukrainian officials to undermine the West's trust in Ukraine
Ukraine calls on Brazil to arrest Putin if he attends G20 summit
October 14 2024, 01:50 PM • 16974 viewsYermak discusses implementation of the Peace Formula with Advisor to the President of South Africa
October 7 2024, 05:02 PM • 18411 viewsSyria has applied to join the BRICS
October 5 2024, 03:55 PM • 18494 viewsI don't think Putin can travel safely: Kostin on ICC warrant
October 5 2024, 03:27 PM • 23669 viewsEx-ministers of Latin America propose to remove russia from the UN General Assembly
September 26 2024, 02:48 AM • 73220 viewsZelenskyy discusses preparations for the second Peace Summit with South African President
September 25 2024, 06:17 PM • 14270 viewsBrazil pushes Brazil-China plan for Ukraine-Russia talks at UN - Reuters
September 25 2024, 10:18 AM • 76736 viewsTwo moons will temporarily orbit the Earth
September 22 2024, 11:31 PM • 110254 viewsSouth Africa is hit by snowfall: roads are blocked, snowdrifts reach two meters in some places
September 22 2024, 02:56 PM • 19756 viewsTaliban to attend BRICS summit in Russia
September 22 2024, 11:17 AM • 21459 viewsSeptember 22: World Rhino Day, Autumnal Equinox, White Chocolate Day
September 22 2024, 03:07 AM • 109915 viewsYermak discusses Formula for Peace with Advisor to the President of South Africa
September 20 2024, 10:06 PM • 32895 viewsSibiga discussed the Peace Formula with the Foreign Ministers of South Africa and Brazil: details
September 20 2024, 07:05 PM • 31692 viewsResearchers find out who the mysterious creature from rock paintings in South Africa was
September 18 2024, 10:30 PM • 18104 viewsMexico invites Putin to inauguration of new president
August 7 2024, 10:59 AM • 18960 viewsAugust 3: World Watermelon Day, International Day of the Blues
August 3 2024, 03:03 AM • 112852 viewsKuleba had a telephone conversation with the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of South Africa: what is known
July 29 2024, 06:00 PM • 74967 viewsJuly 18: Birthday of Tetris, International Nelson Mandela Day
July 18 2024, 03:03 AM • 102055 viewsRadioactive horns against poachers: scientists inject rhinos with radioisotopes that pose no risk to animals
July 1 2024, 03:19 PM • 22049 viewsProtests in France over Le Pen's victory in the first round of elections
July 1 2024, 03:47 AM • 61632 viewsUkraine reacts sharply to FATF's decision not to blacklist Russia - Politico
The global anti-money laundering organization FATF refused to blacklist Russia. China, India, Saudi Arabia and South Africa voted against the proposal during the October vote.
Ukraine asks South Africa for support in G20 and protection from nuclear threats russia
During his visit to South Africa, Minister Sibiga discussed security and cooperation issues with Lamola. Ukraine called on South Africa to help prevent Russian attacks on nuclear facilities and to simplify the visa regime.
Indian Prime Minister may organize second Peace Summit - Zelenskyy
The President of Ukraine announced the possibility of holding the second Peace Summit in India under the organization of Prime Minister Modi. However, there is a caveat - the country must join the communiqué of the first Summit.
FATF refuses to blacklist Russia at Ukraine's request
FATF did not include russia in the list of money-laundering countries despite Ukraine's demands. China, India, Saudi Arabia and South Africa opposed this decision, extending only the suspension of russia's membership in the organization.
The arrival of La Niña is postponed until November, El Niña may persist until March 2025
The expected transition to La Niña in the Pacific Ocean is postponed until November-December with a 60% probability. El Niña may persist until March 2025, which will affect global weather conditions.
After Turkey Sybiha will continue its tour of Arab countries and Africa: what is known
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha will visit Oman, Angola, Egypt and South Africa on October 23-28. The purpose of the visits is to promote the Peace Formula, develop political dialogue and economic cooperation.
Russia will try to create mechanisms to support the war against Ukraine at the BRICS summit - ISW
At the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia will try to use the opportunity to create mechanisms to strengthen its military operations in Ukraine.
FATF to consider blacklisting Russia next week - Politico
The FATF international group will decide next week whether to blacklist Russia. Ukraine has stepped up its campaign to downgrade Russia, providing evidence of its cooperation with high-risk countries.
Sibiga and Yermak discuss Victory Plan and Peace Formula with G20 Ambassadors
Representatives of Ukraine met with G20 ambassadors to discuss the Victory Plan and the Peace Formula. The parties discussed holding thematic conferences and preparations for the Second Global Peace Summit.
Sri Lanka has applied to join the BRICS
The island nation of Sri Lanka has announced its application to join the BRICS. The application will be officially submitted during the BRICS summit in Kazan on October 23-24.
Ukraine calls on Brazil to arrest Putin if he attends G20 summit
Andrey Kostin called on Brazil to execute an arrest warrant for Putin if he attends the G20 summit. The Prosecutor General emphasized the importance of bringing Putin to justice for war crimes.
Yermak discusses implementation of the Peace Formula with Advisor to the President of South Africa
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak had a phone conversation with National Security Advisor to the President of South Africa Sidney Mufamadi. The parties discussed the situation at the frontline, the Peace Formula and holding thematic conferences.
Syria has applied to join the BRICS
Syria has applied to join the BRICS, the country's ambassador to Russia has said. Earlier, Turkey and Azerbaijan applied for membership, and in 2024, the UAE, Iran, Egypt, and Ethiopia joined the organization.
I don't think Putin can travel safely: Kostin on ICC warrant
Ukraine's Prosecutor General commented on Putin's visit to Mongolia, calling it an attempt to set a precedent for other countries to sign the Rome Statute. Kostin emphasized that international justice continues to work.
Ex-ministers of Latin America propose to remove russia from the UN General Assembly
Former ministers from 11 Latin American countries call for russia's suspension from the UN General Assembly because of the war in Ukraine. They refer to the precedent set by South Africa in 1974 because of its apartheid policy.
Zelenskyy discusses preparations for the second Peace Summit with South African President
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who is on a working visit to the United States, met with the leader of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa. The parties discussed preparations for the second Peace Summit.
Brazil pushes Brazil-China plan for Ukraine-Russia talks at UN - Reuters
Brazil's president has called for a plan to negotiate an end to the conflict in Ukraine. Zelenskiy rejected the proposal as “destructive,” insisting on his own peace initiative.
Two moons will temporarily orbit the Earth
Asteroid 2024 PT5 will orbit the Earth from September 29 to November 25. It will become a temporary mini-satellite of the planet, completing a full rotation in 56.6 days, and will return to Earth's orbit in 2055.
South Africa is hit by snowfall: roads are blocked, snowdrifts reach two meters in some places
Up to two meters of snow fell in South Africa, blocking traffic on the roads. Highways between the two largest provinces are closed, and emergency services are working to help stranded drivers.
Taliban to attend BRICS summit in Russia
Representatives of the Taliban have sent an application to Moscow to participate in the October BRICS summit in Kazan.
September 22: World Rhino Day, Autumnal Equinox, White Chocolate Day
According to scientists, the ancestors of modern rhinos appeared on our planet more than 30 million years ago. Since the nineteenth century, the rhino population has been declining significantly due to uncontrolled hunting.
Yermak discusses Formula for Peace with Advisor to the President of South Africa
Andriy Yermak had a telephone conversation with Sidney Mufamadi, Advisor to the President of South Africa. They discussed the implementation of the Peace Formula, the situation at the frontline and prospects for cooperation between Ukraine and South Africa.
Sibiga discussed the Peace Formula with the Foreign Ministers of South Africa and Brazil: details
Andriy Sybiga held conversations with the foreign ministers of South Africa and Brazil. They discussed support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and Zelenskyy's Peace Formula as a way to a just and lasting peace.
Researchers find out who the mysterious creature from rock paintings in South Africa was
Researchers have identified a mysterious creature with tusks in a rock painting in South Africa as an extinct species of dicynodont.
Mexico invites Putin to inauguration of new president
Mexico has invited Putin to the inauguration of newly elected President Claudia Sheinbaum on October 1. Mexico has ratified the Rome Statute and should arrest Putin if he arrives, as the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for him.
August 3: World Watermelon Day, International Day of the Blues
According to scientists, watermelons began to be grown in ancient Egypt. Watermelons first came to Europe during the Crusades. In the seventeenth century, they began to be grown in greenhouses and hotbeds in England.
Kuleba had a telephone conversation with the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of South Africa: what is known
Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba congratulated the new Minister of International Relations of South Africa Ronald Lamola on his appointment. They discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between the two countries and important bilateral and international issues.
July 18: Birthday of Tetris, International Nelson Mandela Day
On July 18, 1985, an electronic version of the cult puzzle game Tetris was presented, which became a cultural phenomenon and a favorite pastime of teenagers in the 1990s.
Radioactive horns against poachers: scientists inject rhinos with radioisotopes that pose no risk to animals
Researchers in South Africa injected radioactive material into the horns of 20 rhinos to combat poaching, making the horns visible at borders and unusable on the black market in case of poaching.
Protests in France over Le Pen's victory in the first round of elections
Thousands of people protested in France against the victory of the far-right National Union party of Marine Le Pen in the first round of elections.