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The dollar and euro are falling in value on 17 March: where can you get the best exchange rate today?
The cash market opened on 17 March with a fall in the value of the dollar and the euro. The currency has depreciated at both currency exchange bureaux and banks, with PrivatBank currently offering the best rates for buying foreign currency.
Robert De Niro addressed the Ukrainian people: what the legendary actor said
Hollywood actor Robert De Niro has recorded a video message in support of Ukraine. In it, he wished the Ukrainian people a swift return to peace, expressed his admiration for their resilience, and urged them to stay strong in the face of all adversity.
Russia has struck a Nova Poshta terminal in Zaporizhzhia: there are casualties
On the morning of 17 March, Russian forces carried out an attack near the Nova Poshta terminal in Zaporizhzhia. Eight people were injured in the attack, and the company switched to backup logistics facilities following the shelling.
Six Ukrainians and one American have been arrested in India: they are accused of plotting terrorist attacks
India’s National Investigation Agency has detained six Ukrainian nationals and one US citizen on suspicion of conspiring to carry out terrorist activities against India. All those involved were arrested in connection with a case under the Prevention of Unlawful Activities Act.
The meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping may be postponed
The planned meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping may be postponed. The situation in the Middle East is cited as the reason.
Seizure of pensions and social security payments: the Supreme Court explains when an account may be frozen
State enforcement officers may freeze Ukrainians’ bank accounts even in cases where pensions or social security payments are paid into them, unless the bank has designated such an account as one subject to special treatment. The Supreme Court has confirmed that, in order to have the freeze lifted, the debtor must themselves prove the intended purpose of the funds.
Zelenskyy stated that Russia had helped Iran to improve its Shahed drones
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Russia has helped to improve Iran’s Shahed drones. According to him, this technology was tested during attacks on Ukraine.
The government has begun preparing proposals for the reopening of airports in Ukraine
The Ministry of Community and Territorial Development of Ukraine has set up a working group to draw up proposals for the resumption of civil aviation flights and the protection of critical infrastructure. The group comprises representatives of the government, the Air Force, the State Emergency Service, the State Aviation Service, and the heads of the country’s largest airports.
Russia may have received up to 11 million shells from North Korea
Since the summer of 2023, Russia may have received between 8 and 11 million rounds of ammunition of various calibres from North Korea. These are the conclusions reached by journalists in collaboration with researchers from the Open Source Centre.
The UK refuses to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz
The UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has not backed US President Donald Trump’s call to send warships to clear the Strait of Hormuz. The government is considering other options for involvement, but is not yet prepared to deploy naval forces.
Zelenskyy has spoken of a possible exchange of aid between Ukraine and Israel
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue with Israel regarding mutual support. This involves cooperation in the field of security in the face of shared threats.
In 2024, a US general suffered a concussion after drinking a litre of chacha at a party in Kyiv
During a visit to Kyiv, US General Antonio Aguto, who is responsible for coordinating support for Ukraine, suffered a concussion at a party where alcohol was served. And on his return from yet another visit, he left a briefcase containing confidential information on the train.