Politics
Zelensky called the repair of the Druzhba oil pipeline impractical despite the demands of Hungary and Slovakia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that he does not consider it necessary to resume operations of the Druzhba oil pipeline. According to him, the price of such decisions is too high given the security situation.
Hundreds of Russian shadow tankers are passing through NATO waters - this poses a danger
Russian shadow tankers carrying oil under sanctions are passing through the English Channel, increasing tensions in NATO waters. The British military has stepped up surveillance of such vessels.
David Petraeus stated that strikes against Iran would not lead to regime change.
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.
Norway to end collective protection for men from Ukraine
Norway plans to abolish temporary collective protection for newly arrived Ukrainian men aged between 18 and 60. From now on, they must apply for asylum on general grounds.
Ukraine's transition to the euro is possible after meeting the criteria — NBU
After joining the European Union, Ukraine will be obliged to introduce the euro, but this will only happen after certain economic conditions have been met and a transition period has been completed. A premature transition could create risks for the economy, in particular by increasing inflationary pressure.
The US and Iran are holding a third round of nuclear talks amid a build-up of American military presence in the Middle East.
Representatives from Iran and the United States met in Geneva for the third round of talks on the nuclear programme since the June war. The talks are taking place against the backdrop of the deployment of American aircraft and warships in the region.
Ghana appealed to Zelensky regarding the release of its prisoners
During his visit to Kyiv, Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Ablakwa appealed to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to release Ghanaian citizens who are being held captive.
The Presidential Administration announced the need to restrict Telegram in Ukraine
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Iryna Vereshchuk stated the need to restrict the operation of the Telegram messenger in Ukraine due to threats to national security.
In Warsaw, the metro is being prepared for possible use as a shelter
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.
The energy crisis caused by shelling has led to a decline in Ukraine's economy
The Ukrainian economy is experiencing its most difficult period since the start of the full-scale war due to electricity shortages following Russian shelling of energy infrastructure.
The GUR and the CPD added 10 Russian propagandists to the War&Sanctions database;
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and the Centre for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defence Council have published information about ten Russian public figures who support aggression against Ukraine.
Poland has announced the discovery of underground tunnels used to smuggle migrants from Belarus
Polish border guards reported the discovery of four underground tunnels on the border with Belarus in 2025. According to Polish officials, specialists from the Middle East may have been involved in their design and construction.
