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WhatsApp has detected cyberattacks on approximately 100 journalists and activists in Europe using the Graphite spyware from Paragon Solutions. The attacks were carried out through a "zero-click" vulnerability in group chats.
OpenAI has launched data residency in Europe to comply with local data sovereignty requirements. The new system allows processing and storing data from European ChatGPT Enterprise and API customers within the region.
Israel's defense minister ordered the preparation of a plan to allow residents to “voluntarily leave” Gaza after supporting Trump's idea of turning the Strip into a “Riviera. ” The plan drew international condemnation and criticism from Hamas.
The Ukrainian youth national team was drawn into Group H of the Euro 2027 (U-21) qualifiers. Their opponents are Croatia, Hungary, Turkey, and Lithuania.
Spanish police have detained an 18-year-old hacker who carried out more than 40 cyberattacks on international organizations in 2024. During the search, computers and 50 cryptocurrency accounts were seized.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister has no confirmation of a meeting with Marco Rubio at an expanded meeting of foreign ministers in Paris. Sibiga expects the possibility of such a conversation in the near future.
The UPL has approved new dates and times for the matches of the 19th, 20th and 21st rounds of the championship at the request of the national team's coaching staff. The matches of the national team's base clubs in round 21 have been postponed to March 11.
The Spanish government has approved a reduction in the working week from 40 to 37. 5 hours without changing wages. The proposal must be approved by the parliament, where there are already disagreements over its support.
On February 8, the final of the National Selection for Eurovision 2025 will take place, where 10 performers will compete. According to bookmakers' predictions, the main contender for victory is the band Ziferblat with the song "Bird of Pray".
Spain's ambassador to Belgium was fired after he fell asleep at a meeting during a speech by the foreign minister. Minister Albares, nicknamed the “Little Napoleon,” is known for his tough leadership style and frequent dismissals.
An arson attack on the Ukrainian restaurant “Slava Ukraini” has taken place in Tallinn, as evidenced by surveillance cameras. The fire broke out in the morning of January 31, and the police opened a criminal investigation.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Sibiga will participate in an expanded meeting of the seven leading foreign ministers in Paris on February 12.
During his visit to Lviv, Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares announced new humanitarian aid. Spain also confirmed military support and training for the Ukrainian military.
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Spain signed an agreement on cooperation in secondary education. The document is aimed at improving the teaching of Spanish in Ukrainian schools and developing intercultural dialogue.
The draw determined the order of the countries' performances at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel. Ukraine will perform on May 13 along with Sweden, Slovenia and other countries in the first half of the first semifinal.
José Manuel Albares visited Lviv, where he will open the first Cultural Hub in Ukraine together with Ukrainian officials and the head of UNESCO. The Minister also visited Lviv National University.
Free extracurricular education in Brovary: over 1800 children develop their talents at the Palace of Creativity.
The EU will not include a ban on Russian LNG imports in the new sanctions package. Instead, it will present a roadmap for a gradual phase-out of Russian energy by 2027.
In 2024, the wealth of billionaires grew by $5. 7 billion daily, reaching $15 trillion. According to Oxfam, five trillionaires may appear in the world within a decade, while 44% of the population lives in poverty.
The SBGS leadership met with representatives of the Spanish government to expand cooperation. Ukraine received two Mercedes ambulances and medical supplies from Spain.
Since 2025, a new system of functional status assessment has been in place in Ukraine, replacing the MSEC. Ukrainians abroad can be assessed remotely under a special procedure.
An experimental study has shown that ants memorize the smell of aggressive rivals and react more hostile to them. Insects form their behavior based on previous experience of interaction.
The Spanish government is planning to introduce a tax of up to 100% on real estate for non-EU residents. This is one of ten measures to address the housing crisis and provide affordable housing for citizens.
Poland's Defense Minister supports the initiative to increase NATO defense spending to 5% of GDP. Warsaw already allocates 4.7% of GDP to defense and calls on other countries to reach this goal within 10 years.
The UK's first Thistle center for controlled drug use will open in Glasgow in January 2025. The facility will be open daily under medical supervision and will be able to receive up to 200 visitors per day.
Poroshenko, who caused 60% of Ukraine's entire ammunition stockpile to explode, has no right to teach us how to fight,” said an Armed Forces fighter.
Ukraine has improved its position in the Henley Passport Index 2025, rising to 30th place with 148 visa-free destinations. Singapore topped the ranking with access to 195 countries, ahead of Japan and European countries.
Ukraine has registered the first medicines based on medical cannabis - oral drops made in Spain. The medicines will be available in pharmacies in early 2025 and will be available by electronic prescription.
Heavy rains have caused widespread flooding in the Al-Awali neighborhood in southeastern Mecca. Extreme weather conditions have led to flooded roads, dust storms and hail, and authorities are urging people to stay home.
Ukrainian athletes won prizes at international sailing competitions in Spain. Andriy Verdysh won silver in the ILCA 7 class, and Oleksandr Mendelenko was second in the IQFoil class and won the U-23 category.