Ukraine

Today, on May 25, various events are taking place in many countries around the world to mark World Surgery Day, which is one of the oldest branches of medicine, but its widespread use has only become possible since the 19th century.

russia plans to legalize aggressive propaganda as an official media strategy to manipulate public opinion.

Germany has supplied Ukraine with a new IRIS-T air defense system, strengthening its defense capabilities against Russian threats.

President Zelenskyy met with the Marshal of the Polish Senate to discuss inter-parliamentary relations, the situation in Kharkiv, strengthening Ukraine's air defense, preparations for the Peace Summit, and Ukraine's negotiations with the EU.

President Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to the United States for a new $275 million military aid package that includes long-range missiles, artillery ammunition, anti-tank weapons, and other critical support to defend against increased Russian attacks.

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has announced a missile threat across Ukraine. Attention, there is a MiG-31K in the air.

Russian dictator Putin is afraid of the success of the Global Peace Summit and is sending false signals about his alleged readiness to call a ceasefire, despite the continuation of brutal attacks on Ukraine.

The Ukrainian military has established combat control over the border areas of the Kharkiv region, which had been invaded by Russian occupiers.

The United States announces a new $275 million arms package for Ukraine, including HIMARS missiles, artillery shells, anti-tank weapons, aviation munitions, small arms, ammunition, and mines.

Another 10 Ukrainian children, including a 9-month-old baby, were rescued from the Russian occupation by the Save the Children Foundation, bringing the total number of returned children to 345.

Russia had deployed barges along the Kerch Bridge to protect against drone attacks, but the booms were destroyed by the fall storms, and Russia is now installing new barriers using barges and crane vessels.

Ukraine received the IRIS-T air defense system from Germany. In total, Berlin promised Ukraine nine IRIS-T SLMs and eleven IRIS-T SLSs, but manufacturers are struggling to keep up with the pace set by the conditions of war.

President Zelenskyy discussed bilateral relations, international cooperation and Ukraine's need for a just peace with President Ouattara of Côte d'Ivoire, inviting him to the Peace Summit and congratulating him on the upcoming Africa Day.

The Cabinet of Ministers adopted a resolution to improve the accounting of suspicious debts in state monopolies and enterprises with net income of more than UAH 50 million.

The Ukrainian Football Association has approved bonuses of €3. 32 million (UAH 139.4 million) for the Ukrainian national team's qualification for Euro 2024.

The Federal State of Hesse in Germany is introducing the possibility of studying Ukrainian as a second foreign language in schools to make it easier for children of Ukrainian refugees to pass their final exams, as many of them live in Hesse and have to learn not only German, but also English and other foreign languages.

Oleh Kiper, Head of the Odesa Regional State Administration, discussed with Munir Mamedzadze, UNICEF Representative in Ukraine, the issues of child safety, restoration of energy infrastructure and drinking water supply in the south of Odesa region, and thanked UNICEF for its comprehensive support in the areas of education, healthcare and protection of children's rights.

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office have reached a common vision of an objective investigation into the alleged leakage of pre-trial investigation data, reaffirming their commitment to fighting high-level corruption.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz refuses to provide Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles because of fears of escalation in relations between Russia and NATO.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba met in Kyiv with Polish Senate Marshal Malgorzata Kidawa-Bląska to discuss the upcoming Global Summit, the International Crimean Platform, and Ukraine's defense needs.

After his meeting with Belarusian dictator Alyaksandr Lukashenka, Putin made a number of statements to journalists. Some of them were devoted to "peace talks" with Ukraine.

On Saturday, May 25, from 20:00 to 22:00, hourly power outage schedules will be in effect for industrial and residential consumers across Ukraine due to the effects of hostile missile attacks on Ukrainian power plants, which have limited electricity production.

The UN General Assembly declared July 11 as the International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Srebrenica Genocide, condemning any denial of this historic genocide.

Ukraine has taken all four legislative steps required by the European Commission to actually start negotiations on EU accession, as stated by Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva.

As part of the PYSANKY. REBORN project, artist Olena Khomyakova created a unique Easter egg based on the paintings of the Refectory Church of the Kyiv Cave Monastery National Reserve.

Roman Nasirov, the former head of the State Fiscal Service of Ukraine, was released on bail of over UAH 55 million and required to wear an electronic bracelet.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine aim to widely deploy artificial intelligence, including UAVs, robotic systems, and electronic warfare, to achieve technological dominance on the battlefield and compensate for the enemy's numerical superiority.

Due to the full-scale Russian invasion, about 30% of Ukraine's agricultural potential has been lost, about 20% of agricultural land is under occupation, and large areas are mined or contaminated with explosives.

Ukraine has removed cannabis, its resin, extracts, and tinctures from the list of particularly dangerous substances, allowing its cultivation for medical and industrial purposes.

The military service of convicts who exercise the right to sign a contract with the AFU will have virtually no peculiarities, except that they will serve in specialized units.