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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 • 6301 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 • 12536 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 • 7593 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 • 4491 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 • 99083 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 • 10280 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 • 3660 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 • 8573 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 • 5269 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 • 4088 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 • 8889 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 • 5483 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 • 14308 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 • 6012 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 • 15161 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 • 17494 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 • 5536 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 • 61322 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 • 3898 views
Kallas responded to Trump's words with a warning to allies regarding the Strait of Hormuz, mentioning Ukraine

The EU's top diplomat emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and discussing navigation security. Kallas called the weakening of US sanctions dangerous.

Politics • March 16, 08:57 AM • 11140 views
US Embassy urges Americans to leave Iraq immediately

The US diplomatic mission in Baghdad urged citizens to leave the country after a night attack. The reason was the threat from pro-Iranian groups.

Society • March 14, 06:08 PM • 8508 views
Trump administration "wants to divide Europe", EU must stick together - Kallas

The EU's top diplomat warned against Washington's use of tactics employed by the bloc's adversaries. She called on countries for unity and defensive autonomy.

News of the World • March 13, 10:13 AM • 3893 views
Iran does not plan to close the Strait of Hormuz – country's representative to the UN

Iran's ambassador to the UN stated there are no plans to block shipping in the region. Tehran accuses the US of destabilizing security on the waterway.

News of the World • March 13, 03:14 AM • 17096 views
Hungary returned damaged armored vehicles to Oschadbank, but not the gold and millions yetPhoto

Hungarian customs returned the detained armored vehicles to Oschadbank with damage. The money and 9 kg of gold worth 75 million euros remain under arrest.

Economy • March 12, 07:02 PM • 5952 views
Orban sends delegation to Ukraine over damage to Druzhba oil pipeline

Viktor Orban instructed Gabor Csepek to meet with Ukrainian officials and inspect the oil pipeline. The Hungarian delegation has already arrived in Kyiv for negotiations.

Politics • March 12, 03:18 PM • 5275 views
Ukraine ensured the evacuation of 16 citizens from the Middle East - MFAPhoto

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, together with Poland, successfully transported 16 Ukrainians to Warsaw. Diplomats ensured the safe return of citizens due to active hostilities.

Politics • March 12, 01:25 PM • 3768 views
The US has officially recognized the government of Delcy Rodriguez as the sole legitimate authority of Venezuela

The Manhattan prosecutor confirmed the recognition of the Rodriguez administration after Maduro's removal. This is necessary to protect assets and resolve legal disputes.

News of the World • March 12, 02:14 AM • 5488 views
Szijjártó accused Zelenskyy of lying about the visit of the Hungarian delegation to UkrainePhoto

Péter Szijjártó stated that Ukraine was warned in advance about the visit of oil pipeline auditors. Hungary called the halt of oil transit a grave crime.

Politics • March 11, 09:28 PM • 12719 views
Japanese boxer appeared with Ukrainian symbols at weigh-in before title fight

Nanae Yamaka appeared at the weigh-in before the OPBF fight with Ukrainian symbols on her uniform. Kyrylo Budanov thanked the athlete and Japan for their solidarity.

Sports • March 11, 04:16 PM • 4971 views
Tehran accused Israel of killing four diplomats in a strike on Beirut

Tehran reported a terrorist attack on the Ramada hotel in Lebanon. Israel claims that those killed are agents of the elite Quds Force of Iran's IRGC.

News of the World • March 10, 10:16 PM • 5405 views