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President Zelenskyy expressed concern about the slowdown in support from partners and called for Ukraine to strengthen its own defense capabilities to meet the challenges it faces.
China strongly condemned Israel's military attack on the Iranian embassy in Syria, and the United States called for deterrent actions against possible retaliation by Iran.
China has imposed sanctions on two major American arms companies, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and General Dynamics Land Systems, for selling weapons to Taiwan, citing interference in its internal affairs and violation of the "one China" principle.
House Speaker Mike Johnson negotiates a package of aid for Ukraine and Israel with the White House, facing pressure from Republicans and Democrats.
During an international conference in Washington, D. C., American experts supported a "public plan for reforms" of veterans' policy in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian warships Cherkasy and Chernihiv, handed over to Ukraine by the United Kingdom, are preparing to participate in the Sea Breeze 2024 international exercise with NATO countries.
Israel is preparing for a possible Iranian attack in the next two days, although Tehran has not yet made a final decision.
The US has offered to raise tens of billions of euros of debt for Ukraine against future profits from frozen Russian state assets, while the EU prefers to transfer only the interest earned on these assets.
The United States is working with partners to provide Ukraine with additional air defense capabilities to protect its energy facilities from Russian attacks, while emphasizing the importance of Congressional approval of more funding for this purpose.
The United States has given the green light for the transfer of 22 Norwegian F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, along with engines, auxiliary materials, spare parts, and other necessary equipment.
The NBU devalues the hryvnia against the US dollar and the euro.
Russia has launched another major series of air attacks on Ukraine's energy system, prompting the White House to urgently call on Congress to approve additional funding to provide Ukraine with air defense systems to protect its population and critical infrastructure.
Biden reaffirmed the US defense commitments to the Philippines and Japan, saying that any attack on Philippine forces in the South China Sea would lead to the strengthening of their mutual defense treaty.
Major U. S. airlines and aviation unions have called on the Biden administration to suspend approval of additional flights between the U.S. and China due to China's "anti-competitive policies.
Russian hackers have used access to Microsoft's email system to steal correspondence between US government officials and institutions.
The United States will provide Ukraine with $138 million for critical air defense system upgrades to help maintain Ukraine's air defense effectiveness against Russia's continuous attacks.
In 2023, the Armed Forces of Ukraine adopted the UAR-15 rifle, a modular Ukrainian-made weapon that surpasses Soviet rifles in weight, accuracy, and range.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine needs an invitation to join NATO this year, calling it realistic because Ukraine defends the Alliance's common values and deserves reliable security, as does the Baltic region after Finland and Sweden joined.
Iran is threatening serious retaliation against Israel over an alleged Israeli airstrike that killed Iranian officials in Syria, prompting the United States to reaffirm its unwavering support for Israel's security.
Iran may retaliate against Israel with missile strikes or attack Israeli embassies and military bases after a deadly attack on its diplomatic complex in Syria.
Turkey has prepared a draft peace treaty that proposes a "freeze" on the front line and a non-aligned status for Ukraine to resolve the Ukrainian-russian war.
The FBI is concerned about the possibility of a terrorist attack in the United States similar to the shooting at the Russian concert hall Crocus City Mall.
Former US President Donald Trump's third attempt to postpone the bribery trial of porn actress Stormy Daniels has failed, and the trial will begin on April 15 in New York.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will address the U. S. Congress to call for continued military assistance to Ukraine and emphasize the importance of a strong U.S.-Japanese partnership.
Ukrainian pilots are in the final stages of training on F-16 fighter jets in Denmark and the United States, practicing strikes on small targets and improving their skills for real combat missions in Ukraine.
Sich Ukraine, a manufacturer of medical turnstiles, accuses the National Guard of colluding with the winner of a UAH 51 million tender for the supply of turnstiles, claiming that the terms were written for one particular supplier.
Ukraine is facing another massive Russian attack on its critical infrastructure. The US Ambassador to Ukraine has called for strengthening Ukraine's air defense and increasing U.S. assistance.
The National Bank of Ukraine applies double standards to business reputation, strictly enforcing them for bankers and ignoring violations by its own officials who continue to work despite court decisions and criminal cases against them.
In 1900, a submarine designed by inventor John Philip Holland was launched in the United States. The 16-meter-long submarine was equipped with a gasoline internal combustion engine for surface navigation and a battery-powered electric motor for underwater swimming.
Ukraine's national para-volleyball team has won a license for the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, defeating the US team 3-0 in the final match of the qualifying tournament in Dali, China.