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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.

As of the end of July, 430 children were taken away from refugees from Ukraine abroad, most of them in Germany and Poland. The reasons vary from parental behavior that is unacceptable in Europe to health problems, and 65 children have already been returned.

On August 2, Ukrainian Olympians will compete in 7 disciplines at the Paris Games. On August 1, Serhiy Kulish won silver in shooting, Ukraine ranks 35th in the medal standings.

On the sixth day of the Olympic Games in Paris, Serhiy Kulish won a silver medal in shooting. Ukrainian athletes competed in six sports, and Ukraine ranks 35th in the medal standings.

Ukrainian tennis players Lyudmyla and Nadiya Kichenok lost in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris to a Spanish pair. Ukraine finished the tennis tournament without medals.

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets reported a critical situation in a children's camp in Spain. Parents complain about unsafe conditions for children, lack of communication and sanitary violations.

In the first half of 2024, agricultural trade between Ukraine and the EU increased by 5% to $8. 2 billion. Ukraine's trade surplus remained at $4.3 billion due to increased exports and imports.

A group of climate scientists said the July heat wave in the Mediterranean would not have been possible without global warming. Temperatures were 3.3°C higher due to climate change, with extreme heat becoming more frequent.

Since the beginning of 2024, 119 Ukrainian citizens have been recognized as victims of human trafficking. Among them are 44 women, 65 men, and 10 children who suffered from various types of exploitation.

The expert named the most popular destinations for buying real estate abroad and opportunities for investors.

The Netherlands and Denmark have purchased 14 Leopard 2A4 tanks for Ukraine. The first 12 are ready for shipment, and all 14 will be delivered simultaneously by the end of the summer to support the Ukrainian army.

Most EU countries have already nominated candidates for the new European Commission. Among them are both new names and current commissioners. The key issues will be EU enlargement and negotiations with Ukraine.

The Spanish Ministry of Defense announced the transfer of an additional battery of Hawk air defense systems to Ukraine in September. The Ukrainian Defense Minister thanked his Spanish counterpart for the important support.

Foreign branches of SE “Document” have resumed accepting applications for passports for men. To receive the services, you need to pass verification through the 'Reserve+' application and confirm the availability of military registration documents.

In Spain, a pensioner was sentenced to 18 years in prison for sending explosive packages to government and diplomatic institutions. The targets included the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of Spain, the Ukrainian and US embassies in Madrid, an air force base, and a weapons manufacturer.

Ukraine's agricultural exports increased by 5% to $12. 45 billion in the first half of 2024. The EU remains the main importer, and exports to Africa increased 1.7 times.

Today, on the third Sunday of July, everyone can join the celebration of No Swimsuit Day. The event was launched by the Spanish Naturist Federation for Spaniards and tourists visiting the country

The Spanish Civil Guard has arrested three hackers suspected of cyberattacks on NATO countries for terrorist purposes. The suspects may be linked to the pro-Russian group NoName057 (16).

Tens of thousands of Spanish fans filled the streets of Madrid and other cities to celebrate the historic fourth European title after the national football team defeated England in the final with a score of 2-1.

Gareth Southgate resigned as head coach of the England national team after the defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final, ending his 8-year career.

The Ukrainian youth national team (players born in 2005 and younger) will take part in the European Championship among players under 19 in Northern Ireland, the opening match against the hosts of which began on July 15 at 9:00 PM Kyiv time.

King Charles III consoled the England national soccer team after their 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2022 final, urging the team to "hold their heads high" for the "great achievement" of reaching the final.

Spain announces the transfer of 10 Leopard 2A4 battle tanks, backhoe loaders and anti-tank missiles to Ukraine, bringing the total number of such tanks transferred by Spain to 20.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has expanded access to consular services abroad by providing 24 institutions in 20 countries with access to the State Register of Civil Status Acts, which will allow Ukrainians to obtain repeat certificates and extracts from the register.

Five people were killed and 20 injured in a suicide bombing at a cafe in Mogadishu, Somalia, while watching a European Championship football match.

Spanish midfielder Rodri was named the best player of Euro 2024, and his compatriot Lamin Yamal was named the best young player.

Spain has won the Euro 2024 football championship, defeating England 2-1 in the final and becoming a record 4-time European champion.

Spain's national football team equaled the European Championships record for the most goals scored in a single tournament, scoring its 14th goal in the 47th minute of the final match of Euro 2024 against England.

England and Spain to play in Euro 2024 final in Berlin.

The meeting will start today at 22. 00