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FT learned how Iran is seeking to cash in on Strait of Hormuz

Tehran is introducing a new shipping order, banning the passage of US and Israeli vessels. Some companies are already paying millions for safe transit.

Economy • March 27, 04:12 PM • 3424 views
Sybiha announced a meeting of EU ministers in Kyiv on March 31. Kallas promises a clear signal of solidarity

Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced a visit of top EU diplomats to the capital on March 31. The parties will discuss assistance to Ukraine and punishment of Russia for war crimes.

Politics • March 27, 01:35 PM • 3402 views
"Russia is helping Iran with intelligence to target Americans, to kill Americans" - Kallas called on the US to increase support for UkraineVideo

Kaja Kallas stated that Russia is transferring intelligence to Iran for strikes on US forces. Moscow has doubled its oil revenues due to the escalation in the Middle East.

Politics • March 26, 04:52 PM • 5398 views
Pentagon considers redirecting weapons intended for Ukraine to the Middle East - WP

The US is considering redirecting air defense missiles from the PURL program due to depleted stocks. This refers to Patriot missiles and $750 million in NATO contributions.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 09:53 AM • 34298 views
Egypt insists on peace talks between the US and Iran "as soon as possible" and is ready to host them

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty supported Donald Trump's initiative for dialogue with Tehran. Cairo calls for diplomacy for security in the Persian Gulf.

News of the World • March 25, 05:57 PM • 5038 views
Lukashenka arrived in North Korea to meet Kim Jong Un - they plan to sign a "friendship treaty"

The Belarusian ruler began an official visit to Pyongyang for negotiations. The parties plan to identify areas of interest and sign a joint treaty.

News of the World • March 25, 08:00 AM • 4704 views
Iran wants to negotiate with the US through Pence, not Witkoff or Kushner - Media

Tehran, through indirect channels, is asking for the US Vice President to be involved in the dialogue. The White House emphasizes that only Trump determines the composition of the negotiating team.

Politics • March 25, 05:05 AM • 26622 views
Paris offices of Edmond de Rothschild bank searched in Epstein-related case

French investigators searched the bank's offices in a corruption case involving diplomat Fabrice Aidan. The investigation is looking into the transfer of confidential UN data to Jeffrey Epstein.

News of the World • March 24, 11:16 PM • 6325 views
MFA calls on UNESCO and international leaders to react to the attack on Lviv

A Russian drone attack damaged Lviv's historic center and civilian buildings. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the international community for strong action and punishment of the aggressor.

Society • March 24, 05:55 PM • 4241 views
Rubio to join G7 meeting in France to discuss war in Ukraine

The US Secretary of State will meet with G7 ministers to discuss Russia's war against Ukraine. The parties will also review the security situation in the Middle East.

News of the World • March 24, 01:28 PM • 4096 views
Szijjártó admitted to regular calls with Lavrov during EU meetings

The Hungarian Foreign Minister confirmed contacts with his Russian counterpart on energy and security issues. The EU has restricted the exchange of classified data with Hungary due to the risk of leaks to Russia.

News of the World • March 24, 01:15 PM • 5115 views
EU and Australia seek to conclude free trade agreement during von der Leyen's visit

Ursula von der Leyen will arrive in Canberra to discuss a trade agreement. The parties plan to resolve disputes over meat quotas and car tariffs.

News of the World • March 24, 12:40 AM • 5962 views
EU prepares response to Russian aggression in the Black Sea. Kallas announced new steps

Kaja Kallas announced the creation of an early warning system to protect infrastructure. She emphasized that the security of the Black Sea directly depends on the security of Ukraine.

Politics • March 23, 05:27 PM • 12220 views
Orban announced the possible wiretapping of Szijjártó and ordered an investigation

The Hungarian Prime Minister announced foreign interference and ordered an investigation into the details of the incident. Earlier, it became known about a data leak from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in favor of the Kremlin.

Politics • March 23, 04:34 PM • 7218 views
SBU uncovers identity of Hungarian intelligence network curator in ZakarpattiaVideo

Counterintelligence identified career intelligence officer Zoltán Andre, who led the spies. The agents collected data on air defense and attitudes towards the deployment of troops.

Crimes and emergencies • March 23, 01:15 PM • 4014 views
Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz for ships to pass, but there are exceptions

Iran's ambassador announced the opening of the strait amid Trump's threats to destroy the country's power plants. The US demands an end to Iran's nuclear and missile programs.

News of the World • March 22, 01:24 PM • 98219 views
Putin's former translator appointed OSCE observer for Hungarian elections - human rights activists called for a change in the delegation's composition

Human rights activists demand the removal of Russian Daria Boyarskaya from the OSCE mission due to risks. The organization refused to dismiss the advisor despite her past in the Russian Foreign Ministry.

Politics • March 20, 08:56 PM • 10090 views
Kyiv presented a resilience plan, but it needs refinement - Svyrydenko

The plan includes the protection of critical infrastructure and 200 MW of generation. Svyrydenko instructed to finalize the document regarding heat supply by April 2026.

Society • March 20, 02:32 PM • 3186 views
Zelenskyy discussed with Sybiha the preparation of diplomatic events in Ukraine for the coming weeks

The President heard the Foreign Minister's report on his visit to Latin America and work with partners. New international meetings are planned in Ukraine in the near future.

Society • March 19, 06:21 PM • 8305 views
Oman's Foreign Minister on War with Iran: there is no likely scenario in which both Israel and America will get what they want from it

Badr Albusaidi stated that the US has lost control over its foreign policy due to Israel. He called on allies to help end the illegal war.

News of the World • March 19, 10:51 AM • 5078 views
The Cabinet of Ministers estimated Ukraine's energy resilience plan at UAH 278 billionPhoto

Yulia Svyrydenko presented a plan for regional energy resilience worth UAH 278 billion. Diplomats are to engage partners for the procurement of equipment and fuel.

Economy • March 19, 10:40 AM • 3884 views
Costa Rica closed its embassy in Cuba – the reason is the economic crisis

The Costa Rican authorities are liquidating the diplomatic mission due to a shortage of goods and restrictions on freedom of speech in Cuba. The decision indicates a serious cooling of relations between the countries.

News of the World • March 18, 10:47 PM • 8747 views
Iceland's Foreign Ministry is "optimistic" about joining the EU in 2028

Iceland's Foreign Minister predicts EU accession in 2028, provided voters agree. The most difficult topics for negotiations will be fisheries and agriculture.

News of the World • March 18, 09:03 PM • 5315 views
Six Ukrainians detained in India - Ukraine demands access to citizens and issues protest note

Six Ukrainians were detained in India due to the lack of permits to enter Mizoram state. The embassy demands access to the citizens and their release.

Society • March 17, 12:22 PM • 12793 views
Russian Ambassador to Moldova Handed Protest Note and Bottle of Dirty Dniester WaterPhoto

The Moldovan Foreign Ministry condemned the oil spill caused by the Russian attack on the Novodnistrovsk HPP. The river pollution threatens the water supply for 80% of the country's population.

Society • March 17, 11:55 AM • 5600 views
US urges allies to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations

The US State Department has sent a dispatch demanding that Iranian entities be added to terrorist lists by March 20. This is intended to limit the financing of attacks against citizens.

Politics • March 17, 03:55 AM • 15050 views
Media reported direct contacts between the US and Iran, Tehran denies it

Sources report an exchange of messages between Witkoff and Araghchi regarding a ceasefire. Iran denies the connection, accusing the US of disinformation.

Politics • March 16, 10:36 PM • 17352 views
EU "has no desire" to expand naval mission in Strait of Hormuz - Kallas

Kaja Kallas stated that there are no plans to change the mandate of the naval operation. Ministers want to strengthen the mission in the Middle East without new territories.

News of the World • March 16, 06:13 PM • 5436 views
EU to open technical negotiations on next clusters for Ukraine tomorrow - Marta Kos

European Commissioner Marta Kos announced technical negotiations on all EU accession clusters. G7 allies are modernizing Ukraine's energy sector against Russian attacks.

Economy • March 16, 05:43 PM • 61033 views
Impossible to abandon what was not planned: Ukraine rejected Hungary's accusations regarding negotiations on "Druzhba"

Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tikhyi stated that Ukraine did not refuse the meeting because the meeting was not planned. In addition, Hungary has already been provided with full information about the state of the oil pipeline.

Politics • March 16, 03:12 PM • 3793 views