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Canada may waive visa requirements for Ukrainians for 90 days: details
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.
Hungarian media reported that Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó was absent following the election
The Hungarian media have noted the absence of Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó from the public eye following the parliamentary elections. He did not appear alongside Viktor Orbán when the results were announced.
At least 1,639 people were executed in Iran in 2025 — the highest figure in over 35 years
Over the course of the year, the number of executions rose by 68% compared with 2024, when 975 cases were recorded.
Britain is drawing up an updated plan to prepare the country for war
The UK government is working on a new version of a plan designed to prepare the country for a possible outbreak of war. The document will cover both the military sphere and civilian infrastructure.
Taras Tsymbaliuk was involved in a road accident in Kyiv — media reports
Ukrainian actor Taras Tsymbaliuk was involved in a road accident in Kyiv. He was sitting in the passenger seat.
The White House has warned staff of a ban on betting on prediction markets amid the war with Iran
The US Presidential Administration has issued a warning to staff regarding the prohibition on using their official positions for betting, against the backdrop of events surrounding Iran. This follows suspicions arising from substantial winnings in financial and futures markets.
Trump is considering limited strikes against Iran following the collapse of negotiations
The White House is discussing new options regarding Iran following the breakdown of talks in Pakistan. Among the possible measures, alongside a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the resumption of limited strikes is also being considered.
Britney Spears has checked into rehab. A few weeks ago, she was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
The singer Britney Spears has checked into a rehabilitation centre for drug addicts. A month ago, she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
The US and Iran may hold a new round of talks by 21 April: Axios has named the mediators
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.
Zelenskyy has signed the law on national resistance: compulsory training for university and school students
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has signed Law No. 4826-IX on preparing citizens for national resistance. The legislation changes the approach to military training and extends it to all levels of education – from school to university.
Germany has extended temporary protection for Ukrainians until March 2027
Ukrainians currently in Germany due to the war will be able to continue to stay in the country legally. The special status has been extended until 4 March 2027.
Following Orbán’s defeat, Magyar accused the Hungarian Foreign Minister of destroying documents relating to EU sanctions
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