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Oleksandr Shevchuk has been appointed head of the National Police’s Department of Strategic Investigations: what is known about him?
The Minister of the Interior has appointed Oleksandr Shevchuk as Deputy Head of the National Police and Head of the Department of Strategic Investigations. Klymenko signed the relevant order on 30 April.
Temperatures will rise to +25°C, but there will be rain in places: what will the weather be like in Ukraine on 4 May?
On Monday, 4 May, Ukraine will see warm and dry weather, with temperatures reaching up to 25 degrees. Rain is forecast only in the south-east of the country.
The US is stepping up economic pressure on Iran and expects oil production to fall
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated that, due to financial restrictions, Iran may soon reduce or halt its oil production. According to him, pressure from Washington continues to mount.
Trump has announced the launch of Operation Freedom to free ships in the Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to launch an operation to free ships that remain blocked in the Strait of Hormuz. These are civilian vessels that have found themselves in the conflict zone since the start of the war with Iran.
Russian strikes on regions of Ukraine have resulted in the deaths and injuries of civilians
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces have launched hundreds of attacks across several regions of Ukraine. There have been casualties, injuries and damage to infrastructure.
Europe is bracing for the risk of war with Russia: why the next two years are considered dangerous
European governments fear that Vladimir Putin may use the next year or two as a “window of opportunity” to test the West’s willingness to defend NATO. At the same time, within the Alliance itself and among some European governments, the threat of a direct Russian attack is considered to be exaggerated, as Moscow remains heavily tied up in the war against Ukraine.
While in Armenia, Zelenskyy outlined three key priorities for Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Armenia on 3 May, where he spent the first day holding meetings ahead of the European Political Community summit. According to him, the talks focused on three key areas: ending the war, accelerating European funding of €90 billion, and strengthening Ukraine’s air defence and energy support.
Finland is to provide Ukraine with $300 million for defence and air defence
Finland has agreed to provide Ukraine with $300 million in defence aid. According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the majority of this package is intended to strengthen Ukraine’s air defences.
Housing vouchers for internally displaced persons: over 3,200 applications have been approved
Under the eVidnovuvannya programme, 3,296 applications for housing vouchers for internally displaced persons from the temporarily occupied territories have been approved. The total amount of confirmed funding stands at 6.59 billion hryvnias, and applicants can now proceed to finalise agreements for the purchase of housing.
“The Devil Wears Prada 2” grossed $233.6 million at the box office and set a record for Meryl Streep
The sequel to the cult film *The Devil Wears Prada* has got off to a flying start at the box office. Over its opening weekend, the film grossed $77 million in the US and $233.6 million worldwide, with its US debut marking the highest-grossing opening of Meryl Streep’s career.
Tax on OLX could rise to 10%: what changes are proposed in the draft bill
The Verkhovna Rada’s Tax Committee is preparing amendments to the draft law on the taxation of income received by individuals via digital platforms, including OLX and Prom.ua. According to MP Nina Yuzhanina, a 10% personal income tax rate may be proposed for the second reading, instead of the current 5% personal income tax and 5% military levy.
The UK wants to join the EU’s $106 billion loan for Ukraine
The UK plans to begin negotiations on joining the EU’s £78 billion loan programme for Ukraine, equivalent to around $106 billion. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce this at the European Political Community summit in Yerevan.