March 12, 02:36 PM • 13449 views
March 12, 11:29 AM • 48621 viewsMarch 12, 02:36 PM • 13480 viewsEnergy Minister Herman Halushchenko met with a delegation of U. S. congressmen to discuss Ukraine's preparations for the fall and winter and the protection of energy facilities.
Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise cooperates with institutions in the United States, the Netherlands and Spain to document Russia's war crimes. More than 30 thousand examinations have been conducted, the results of which can be used in international courts.
Minister Kuleba held talks with the Prime Minister of Mauritius. The parties agreed to start working on agreements on investment protection and avoidance of double taxation, and discussed cooperation in politics, trade and the restoration of Ukraine.
According to Bloomberg, Ukrainian troops have entered Russia's Kursk region, the first invasion by a foreign army since World War II. This took the Russian military by surprise and caused concern for Putin.
Russia and China plan to use barter trade in the fall due to payment problems. This will allow them to circumvent Western sanctions and reduce the visibility of transactions for regulators.
The President of Ukraine met with a delegation of the U. S. House of Representatives. They discussed air defense and ways to achieve a just peace in Ukraine.
Iran has said it will respond to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh at "the right time. " At the same time, the U.S. is urging Tehran to reconsider its decision to militarily attack Israel, promoting this through diplomatic channels.
Oil prices jumped due to concerns about supply risks in the Middle East and declining US inventories. Brent rose to $78.39 and WTI to $75.39 per barrel, recovering from the lows of 2024.
An AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed at a military base in Alabama. The crash killed 46-year-old flight instructor Daniel Munger and injured the student pilot. An investigation into the incident is underway.
According to CNN, Hezbollah may strike Israel regardless of Iran's intentions. The Lebanese group plans to attack in the coming days, outpacing Iran in its actions.
The White House confirms that it had no prior knowledge of the operation in Kursk region. The US plans to ask Ukraine about the details, but reaffirms Ukraine's right to self-defense against Russian aggression.
Tropical storm Debbie has killed six people on the coast of the southern US states. Catastrophic flooding is expected in Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina.
The U. S. State Department considers Putin's statement about Ukraine's 'provocation' in the Kursk region to be an exaggeration. The U.S. emphasizes that Russia has been violating Ukraine's territorial integrity since 2014, and the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces do not violate restrictions on the use of U.S. weapons.
The United States has warned Iran of the risks of a large-scale strike against Israel in response to the assassination of the Hamas leader. According to Politico, Tehran may reconsider its initial plan to respond to the death of Ismail Haniyeh.
US President Joe Biden has expressed doubts about a peaceful transfer of power if Donald Trump loses the election to Kamala Harris. Biden believes that Trump is seriously talking about a possible 'bloodbath' in case of defeat.
Mykhailo Podolyak, Advisor to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, commented on the events in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. He said that the lack of an adequate response to the counterwar would only confirm the idea of "a strong conscious relationship between Russians and their government.
President Zelensky submitted a draft law on multiple citizenship to the Verkhovna Rada. The draft law defines the principles of citizenship and the grounds for its loss, including the acquisition of citizenship of the aggressor state.
The US State Department said that Ukraine did not inform them about the operation in the Kursk region of Russia. Nevertheless, Ukraine's actions do not contradict US policy on the use of American weapons.
The European Commission spokesperson said that Ukraine has a legitimate right to defend itself by striking the aggressor on its territory.
In 2024, domestic companies will provide 70% of the value of arms supply contracts for the Armed Forces. The Defense Procurement Agency has signed more than 20 contracts with global arms manufacturers from 10 countries.
U. S. Secretary of State Blinken says ceasefire talks in Gaza have reached the final stage. The US is working with Egypt and Qatar on an agreement to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.
The White House has called on Turkey to stop exporting American goods to Russia that could be used for military purposes. The US is threatening consequences if Ankara does not take steps to stop the illegal trade.
Oleksandr Ishchenko, a prisoner of war of the Azov Brigade, died in Russian captivity due to blunt force trauma to his chest. The deputy commander of the brigade called on the international community to pay attention to the violation of the Geneva Convention.
Israel has informed the US of its responsibility for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The phone conversation between Biden and Netanyahu after the incident was tense, but the US is not yet ready to put significant pressure on Israel.
The US and Australian ministers called on countries with influence over Russia, especially China, to help end the war in Ukraine. They condemned the Russian-North Korean partnership and warned of the consequences.
Ukraine may feel the effects of the collapse in Asian stock markets. This may manifest itself in a decline in export revenues.
Bitcoin rose to $56,952, continuing its recovery from the fall. The overall growth of cryptocurrencies has slowed down due to economic factors and regulatory uncertainty in the United States.
Hamas unanimously elected Yahya Sinwar as chairman of the political bureau to replace the murdered Ismail Haniyeh. Sinwar is considered an extremist and is suspected of organizing the October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks.
U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said that the worsening situation in the Middle East could prevent a ceasefire agreement in Gaza. He urged the parties to complete the negotiations, emphasizing that there is no reason to delay the agreement.
Asif Merchant, 46, was arrested in the United States on suspicion of organizing a plot to assassinate American politicians, including Donald Trump. The court remanded the suspect in custody without bail.
