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Former CIA Director David Petraeus believes that even a large-scale US military strike against Iran is unlikely to lead to the overthrow of the current government in Tehran. He called for a sober assessment of the consequences of possible actions.
The Warsaw authorities have begun preparations to adapt the metro infrastructure for use in the event of a threat. The initiative is being implemented as part of the "Underground Shield" programme.
Prosecutors conducted 27 searches as part of an investigation into the activities of illegal call centres. According to the investigation, their employees made thousands of calls to potential victims every day.
On the night of 26 February, Russian troops attacked several regions of Ukraine with drones and missiles. There are casualties, damage to homes, infrastructure and energy facilities, and restoration work is ongoing in some cities and communities.
Kyiv insists on joining the European Union as soon as possible as a guarantee of security and future development. At the same time, the path to membership remains difficult and requires decisions that could change the very mechanism of the bloc's expansion.
Law enforcement officers identified and detained residents of the Kyiv region who were involved in the sale of trophy weapons, ammunition and explosives. They have been charged.
The fourth year of full-scale war has been accompanied by significant losses on both sides. According to estimates, the total number of Russian and Ukrainian military casualties this year could exceed half a million.
Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko held a meeting with World Bank officials in Kyiv. The Ministry of Finance reported that since February 2022, Ukraine has attracted more than $66 billion through the Bank's mechanisms, of which nearly $40 billion are grants.
According to documents from the Board of Peace's contract records, reviewed by The Guardian, there are plans to build a military base in Gaza for 5,000 people. The facility is to be located on an area of approximately 350 acres.
During their visit to Kyiv, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa will present a €100 million immediate energy support package for Ukraine. The initiative comes amid Hungary's blocking of a larger loan package and sanctions against Russia.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Rinat Akhmetov has allocated UAH 13.5 billion to support the country. The funds are directed towards helping the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the defenders of Mariupol, veterans, civilians and the development of social programmes.
Iran has agreed with Russia to supply thousands of modern portable anti-aircraft missiles as part of a €500 million deal. Deliveries will continue for three years.
