Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi stated that financial support for Ukraine should take precedence over EU budgetary discipline. He emphasized the need to mobilize resources to counter the threat to liberal democracy.
Ukrainians can choose the tenth finalist of the National Selection for Eurovision 2026; voting will last from January 8 to 13. You can vote in the Diia application among six proposed performers.
Ukraine has announced the names of nine songs by the finalists of the national selection for Eurovision 2026. The tenth finalist will be chosen via the Diia app, and the live presentation of the songs will take place on January 15.
The model of an independent Ukrainian commercial bank, such as RADABANK, thanks to the strategy correctly chosen by the Supervisory Board under the leadership of Tetiana Horodnytska, demonstrates advantages in stability and transparency. The bank actively supports local communities and volunteer projects, ranking 27th in terms of assets among Ukrainian banks.
Restoration work continues near Korosten after a locomotive was hit by an enemy UAV. A number of passenger trains are running on a bypass route with delays of up to 7 hours.
Two suspects in the murder of a 21-year-old Ukrainian in Vienna, which occurred in November 2025, have been remanded in custody by the court. The man was forced to transfer 50,000 euros from a crypto wallet, and was later found dead in a burned-out car.
The Ministerial Council of the Energy Community has allowed Ukraine to operate large combustion plants without complying with strict environmental emission standards until the end of 2028. This decision will support the energy system during the war and ensure supply stability.
From December 14, 2025, Ukrzaliznytsia introduced a new schedule for passenger trains, increasing the number of international routes from 11 to 17. This allows travel to Munich, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, and Salzburg with one transfer, covering Eastern and Central Ukraine.
An Austrian court has definitively blocked the US request for the extradition of Dmytro Firtash, concluding over a decade of legal hearings. The Higher Regional Court of Vienna confirmed that the lower court's decision is final, as prosecutors failed to meet the deadline for filing an appeal.
The OSCE is ready to deploy a new observer mission to Ukraine to monitor a future ceasefire. This mission would require the approval of all 57 member states, including Russia and Ukraine.
Nine finalists of the National Selection for Eurovision 2026 have been announced. The tenth participant of the final will be chosen by online voting in the Diia application among the longlist participants.
Vienna police reported the detention of two Ukrainians in Ukraine on suspicion of murdering a 21-year-old man whose body was found in a burned-out car. The investigation revealed signs of a brutal murder and the possible withdrawal of funds from the victim's crypto wallet.
A burned-out car with the body of a 21-year-old Ukrainian was found in Vienna. Police believe it was a violent murder, as there were signs of blunt force trauma on the body.
"Ukrzaliznytsia" has accelerated the direct flight No. 67/68 Kyiv - Warsaw by more than 2 hours, changing the timetable. Train No. 23/34 Kyiv - Kholm has also been updated for the fastest connection to Warsaw with a transfer.
Ukrzaliznytsia announced new international railway routes. For the first time, sleeping cars will run from Uzhhorod to Vienna, and Berehove will get a direct connection to Budapest. It will be possible to reach Germany with one transfer.
The longlist for the National Selection for Eurovision 2026 has been published, which includes 15 Ukrainian artists. From 451 applications, participants have been selected who will compete for the right to represent Ukraine in Vienna.
The 2026 BMW iX3 electric crossover, the first representative of the Neue Klasse, traveled over 1000 km from Debrecen to Munich without recharging. The BMW team arrived in Munich with over 20 km of range remaining, proving the real capabilities of the electric vehicle.
Former MP Iryna Kormyshkina, her husband, and son were removed from a plane at Chisinau airport after her husband reacted inappropriately to a flight attendant's remark. Kormyshkina's husband had previously been notified of suspicion of money laundering and a pre-trial restraint measure had been chosen.
Former MP Iryna Kormyshkina was detained at Chisinau airport along with her son while attempting to fly to Vienna. The reasons for the detention and arrest are currently unknown.
Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker will undergo scheduled back surgery next week due to persistent pain. After the operation, the 65-year-old politician will perform his duties remotely.
On October 10, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Standardization and Metrology Workers, and the world celebrates World Porridge Day and World Egg Day. Also today, World Homeless Day and World Mental Health Day are celebrated.
Austria has suspended the adoption of the 19th package of EU sanctions against Russia, demanding the unfreezing of Rasperia Trading assets to compensate Raiffeisen Bank. The bank seeks to recover 2.1 billion euros it lost due to a Russian court decision.
The Hungarian government has changed its position and agreed to ban Russian liquefied natural gas supplies to EU countries. However, Slovakia and Austria remain the main obstacles to approving the 19th package of EU sanctions against Russia.
On the morning of October 7, a number of trains are delayed in Ukraine, including international routes. This is due to the attack of Russian troops on energy and railway infrastructure on the night of October 7.
Munich International Airport has resumed operations after an overnight closure caused by the appearance of unknown drones in its airspace. The incident led to the cancellation and diversion of dozens of flights, affecting approximately 3,000 passengers.
On the morning of October 3, Munich airport management halted operations due to the appearance of drones. This led to the cancellation of 17 flights and disrupted travel for almost 3,000 passengers.
The electrification of the 22 km long Chop-Uzhhorod Eurotrack is planned to be completed by July 2026. The EU has allocated 76 million euros for the construction of a new Eurotrack Lviv (Sknylov) – Mostyska II.
After Russia's night attack, which led to power outages and infrastructure damage, 15 Ukrzaliznytsia trains are delayed. Two trains, Odesa-Dnipro and Odesa-Kryvyi Rih, are delayed by more than 5 hours.
On September 25, a verdict is expected in Paris in the case of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, who is accused of illegally financing his election campaign with funds from Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi. He faces up to seven years in prison, and 11 other individuals, including former officials, are also involved.
As a result of Russia's night attack and damage to infrastructure, 14 Ukrzaliznytsia trains are delayed. Among them, train No. 749/750 Kyiv-Pas.-Vienna Main is delayed by more than 5 hours, and train No. 9/10 Budapest-Keleti-Kyiv-Pas. - by more than an hour.
