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Fares for urban, suburban and intercity transport are rising in Ukraine. In some cities, the new fares have already been introduced, whilst in others local authorities are merely preparing to review prices; on certain routes, however, price increases have already reached 25%.
The organisers of “Eurovision 2026” in Vienna are tightening security rules at the Wiener Stadthalle – spectators will only be allowed to bring in fire-resistant flags and banners that have been certified as compliant with fire safety regulations. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s representative LELÉKA performed at the biggest pre-contest promotional concert in Amsterdam and met with Ukrainians living in the Netherlands.
The wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Begonia Gómez, has been charged with corruption. The investigation into the case lasted two years.
On Monday, European Commissioners discussed measures to address the energy challenges arising from the war in the Middle East. According to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, in the 44 days since the conflict began, the EU has already spent over €22 billion extra on fossil fuel imports.
Global oil prices have risen sharply as the US prepares to block shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent rose to $101.91 per barrel, whilst WTI rose to $104.16.
On Tuesday, 14 April 2026, believers in Ukraine celebrate Bright Tuesday – the second day of Bright Week following Easter. On this day, the Church also honours Saint Martin the Confessor, Pope of Rome, whilst in folk tradition the day is associated with hospitality, good deeds and caring for birds.
Canada’s ruling Liberal Party has backed a resolution to abolish visitor visas for Ukrainian citizens travelling for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. However, this does not yet constitute new entry rules, but rather the political stance of the party that forms the government.
Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey are attempting to organise another round of talks between the US and Iran before the ceasefire expires on 21 April. According to Axios, the mediators are currently working to bridge the gap between the parties and prevent another breakdown in diplomacy, against the backdrop of the US naval blockade that has already been announced and threats of further strikes.
The winner of the Hungarian election, Péter Magyar, has claimed that Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó is allegedly destroying documents relating to EU sanctions. This statement came a few days after a series of leaks in which Szijjártó was implicated in discussions with Moscow regarding EU sanctions and documents concerning Ukraine’s accession to the European Union
Two separate incidents occurred over two days in San Francisco near the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. On Friday, a 20-year-old man was suspected of attempting to set fire to the property with a Molotov cocktail, and on Sunday, police arrested two more people following an alleged shooting near the residence.
In 2026, veterans, combatants and former military personnel will be eligible to receive a state voucher for training, retraining or professional development. The maximum amount of such support is 33,280 UAH, and the employment centre must decide on the issue of the voucher no later than the eighth working day after the submission of documents.
У Євросоюзі розраховують швидко повернутися до питання 90 млрд євро допомоги для України після поразки Віктора Орбана на виборах в Угорщині. У Берліні вже заявили, що сподіваються на “дуже швидке” розблокування пакета, який Будапешт до цього блокував через суперечку навколо нафтопроводу.
