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Great Britain

Island nation
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is an island country located in Northwestern Europe. Its total area is over 244 thousand square kilometers, and its population in 2025 is 69.55 million people. The capital of the state is London, one of the world's leading commercial, financial, and cultural centers. The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy with a developed economy, ranking among the largest in the world by nominal GDP.
2002
Britain celebrated Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee
2008
A nationwide HPV vaccination program for girls was introduced
2012
London hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games
2014
In a referendum, Scotland voted to remain part of the United Kingdom
2014
Same-sex marriage became legal in England, Wales, and Scotland
2019
Abortion was decriminalized in Northern Ireland
2024
The last coal-fired power plant was closed
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President: Russia must lose in the war, it is not a “freeze” or trade in territory

President Zelenskyy presented the Victory Plan to the Verkhovna Rada, emphasizing that Russia must lose the war. The plan includes geopolitical, military, economic and security aspects to end the war.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 11:57 AM • 61387 views
Zelenskyy: Kyiv proposes to the US and partners to conclude an agreement on joint protection of critical resources in Ukraine

The President of Ukraine has proposed that the US and the EU conclude an agreement on joint protection of Ukraine's critical resources. This is part of the Victory Plan, which includes geopolitical, military, economic and security aspects.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 11:46 AM • 92401 views
Kyiv offers to deploy a comprehensive non-nuclear strategic deterrence package on its territory - Zelensky

President Zelenskyy has presented a Peace Plan that includes the deployment of a non-nuclear strategic deterrent in Ukraine. The secret annex to the plan has already been received by the leaders of the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Germany.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 11:29 AM • 59379 views
Zelensky: “The Victory Plan is a guarantee that the madmen in the Kremlin will lose the opportunity to continue the war”

The President of Ukraine presented a 5-point Victory Plan to the Verkhovna Rada. Zelensky said that this plan is a guarantee that Russia will lose the ability to continue the war.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 10:48 AM • 13605 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine's partners have treated the Victory Plan practically and attentively

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine's partners have been practical and attentive to the Victory Plan. He will present the Plan at a meeting of the European Council and emphasized the importance of a just peace for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 10:31 AM • 13291 views
Zelensky presented the Victory Plan to the Rada: main points

The President of Ukraine unveiled a 5-point Victory Plan with 3 secret annexes. The plan includes geopolitical, military, economic and security aspects to end the war and ensure security.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 10:05 AM • 47016 views
“If we start moving forward with this plan now, we may be able to end the war no later than next year”: Zelenskyy comes to the presentation of the Victory Plan in the Verkhovna Rada

President Zelenskyy comes to the Verkhovna Rada to present the Victory Plan.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 09:26 AM • 58862 views
IT coalition raises 157 million euros to support Ukraine

The IT coalition has accumulated 157 million euros for Ukraine since September 2023. 99 million has already been transferred in the form of equipment and software, including 87 million from Germany in SAP licenses.

Politics • October 16, 08:30 AM • 13005 views
Syrsky: Britain is working on its own proposals on the possibility of Ukraine's striking Russian targets in strategic depth

Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Syrsky discussed with his British counterpart the possibility of striking Russian military targets in the depths. Britain is working on proposals as part of Ukraine's Victory Plan.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 05:39 AM • 16171 views
The President will present the Victory Plan to the Verkhovna Rada today: what is known

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the Verkhovna Rada today, where he is expected to present the Victory Plan. The plan contains military, political and economic points, some of which will remain classified.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 04:53 AM • 105074 views
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.

War in Ukraine • October 15, 08:23 PM • 45668 views
Ukrainian Yaroslava Maguchikh was nominated for the title of the world's best athlete of the year

Ukrainian Olympic champion Yaroslava Maguchikh is among the five nominees for the World Athlete of the Year according to World Athletics. The voting will last until October 20 on social media.

Sports • October 15, 04:56 PM • 18499 views
Ministry of Economy names the best innovative options for financing demining in Ukraine

The UNDP presented a report on demining financing in Ukraine. The most promising options are the issuance of thematic bonds and public-private partnerships that combine demining with the development of solar energy.

Economy • October 15, 12:19 PM • 12427 views
October 15: World Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women

Ignaz Semmelweis, a physician, first suggested washing hands with soap in 1847. At that time, he was working at the Vienna Hospital and thought about the problem of high infant mortality and postpartum fever in women.

UNN Lite • October 15, 03:03 AM • 131768 views
Yermak: Ukraine needs a new security architecture

Andriy Yermak took part in a security conference to discuss the new global security architecture. 66 states and international organizations joined the discussion of the ninth paragraph of the Peace Formula.

War in Ukraine • October 14, 07:18 PM • 51374 views
MEPs approve 35 billion euros for Ukraine

The European Parliament's Committee on Trade has supported a €35 billion financial assistance package for Ukraine. This is the EU's contribution to the G7 initiative to support Ukraine with $50 billion to meet its urgent needs.

Economy • October 14, 02:47 PM • 31428 views
EU leaders to discuss share in G7 loan package for Ukraine at October 17-18 summit - AP

EU leaders plan to discuss the bloc's share of the G7 loan package for Ukraine worth $50 billion. EU envoys have been working this week on a proposal to provide Ukraine with a loan of up to 35 billion euros.

War in Ukraine • October 14, 02:24 PM • 21196 views
The Kremlin responded to Biden's words about readiness for talks on nuclear capacity reduction

peskov said that negotiations on nuclear capacity reduction are impossible without taking into account all security aspects. This is a response to Biden's words about the US readiness for talks with russia, China and DPRK.

News of the World • October 14, 12:33 PM • 11986 views
60 aircraft, 2 thousand military: NATO kicks off annual nuclear exercise

NATO is conducting a two-week military exercise to practice the use of nuclear weapons. About 2,000 troops and 60 aircraft from 13 NATO countries will take part in the maneuvers.

News of the World • October 14, 07:48 AM • 12433 views
October 14: Winnie the Pooh's birthday, World Standardization Day

It was on October 14, 1926, that a separate book by the writer Alan Alexander Milne about the adventures of the fairy tale bear and his friends was first published.

UNN Lite • October 14, 03:03 AM • 132053 views
Investments in the Ukrainian defense industry will grow: Umerov summarizes the results of the European tour

Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with his counterparts from France, the United Kingdom, Italy and Germany. They discussed strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities, increasing weapons production and utilizing frozen Russian assets.

War in Ukraine • October 13, 01:13 PM • 33957 views
Austin and British Defense Secretary discuss support for Ukraine

Lloyd Austin and John Healey discussed the war in Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East. They reaffirmed their determination to support Kyiv against Russian aggression and the importance of containing Iran.

War in Ukraine • October 12, 06:55 AM • 40647 views
NATO chief Rutte urges allies to ignore Putin's gun rattling

The new NATO secretary-general, Mark Rutte, has said that the alliance will not listen to Putin's threats. He emphasized the importance of continuing military aid to Ukraine and increasing industrial production.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 06:13 PM • 52789 views
We must act together to force Russia to peace: Zelenskyy after meeting with leaders of four countries

The President of Ukraine called for action together to guarantee a lasting peace and force Russia to peace. Zelenskyy presented the Victory Plan in Britain, Italy, Germany, and France.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 05:24 PM • 30041 views
Putin meets with Iranian President: He says they have “very close” views on world events

Putin met with the Iranian president in Ashgabat, declaring “very close” positions on international events. Iran expressed hope for a strategic partnership with Russia, despite accusations of arms sales.

News of the World • October 11, 12:27 PM • 12496 views
The head of the committee explained why the $50 billion loan from the EU and the US should be stretched over two years

The head of the Budget Committee, Roksolana Pidlasa, explained the need to distribute the $50 billion loan from the EU and the US over two years. This is due to the one-time nature of the payment and the lack of new agreements for the future.

Economy • October 11, 08:34 AM • 13908 views
The Northern Lights have captivated Western Europe: impressive photos of the night sky

The aurora borealis was observed in the sky over the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany on October 10-11, 2024. The phenomenon was caused by a solar maximum and a geomagnetic storm.

News of the World • October 11, 07:15 AM • 109980 views
EU postpones the implementation of the border control system again

The EU has postponed the introduction of fingerprint and face scanning at the borders. Germany, France, and the Netherlands declared that the systems are not ready, and no new implementation schedule has been set.

News of the World • October 11, 06:50 AM • 35052 views
Britain suspects 37 firms of complicity in Russia's oil sanctions circumvention - BBC

The UK government is investigating 37 companies suspected of complicity in Russia's oil sanctions circumvention. So far, no firm has been punished, and the investigation has been ongoing since December 2022.

Economy • October 11, 06:05 AM • 16721 views
The Times: Britain may send troops to Ukraine to train Ukrainian soldiers

The United Kingdom is considering sending military instructors to western Ukraine to train new recruits for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. This could solve logistical problems and send a “powerful military and political signal.

War in Ukraine • October 11, 01:18 AM • 103176 views