Pope Francis calls for rejecting war as tool of resolving international disputes
During the Sunday prayer in St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, Pope Francis reiterated his appeal for mediated solutions to the wars afflicting the planet.
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03 November 2024
U.S. surgeon, non-profit receive Order of Saint Panteleimon for helping Ukraine
A ceremony was held in New York to confer on an American doctor and a charity organization who significantly contributed to healthcare in Ukraine amid war the Order of Saint Panteleimon.
02 November 2024
MoD to engage veterans in demining campaign
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is expanding employment opportunities in the field of humanitarian demining to involve veterans and persons with disabilities.
Russia “nationalizes” real estate objects in occupied Crimea worth RUB 4.5B in 2024
In the temporarily occupied Crimea, at least 1,200 real estate properties worth RUB 4.5 billion were "nationalized" this year alone.
Ukraine opens first reintegration center for soldiers released from captivity
The first healthcare facility within the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine's system has been designated as a reintegration center for service members released from captivity.
Children’s indoctrination: Russia forces 200 Mariupol students to pledge allegiance to Russia
In the temporarily occupied Ukrainian city of Mariupol, the invaders forced 200 students from the branch of the Nakhimov School to pledge allegiance to the Russian Federation.
Statement by UOC-MP bishops to ROC synod may reflect “corporate conflict” – Yelenskyi
The recent statement by bishops of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate (UOC-MP) to the Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) regarding the dismissal of Metropolitan Ilarion of Donetsk and Mariupol as head of the Donetsk Diocese does not represent the majority of UOC-MP bishops.
01 November 2024
Relatives of Ukrainian POWs at rally in Geneva call on Red Cross to take more decisive action
Relatives of prisoners of war and missing defenders of Ukraine demanded at a rally in Geneva that the International Committee of the Red Cross work actively with the governments of the signatory countries of the Geneva Conventions for joint actions to make Russia comply with international law.
SBU detains 10 pro-Russian agitators, including "political expert" from Medvedchuk’s media pool
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has detained 10 more pro-Russian agitators attempting to destabilize the socio-political environment in various regions of Ukraine, including a “political expert” associated with former MP Viktor Medvedchuk's media network.
Australia joins International Coalition for Return of Ukrainian Children
Australia has joined the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children.
Government approves bill to abolish MSECs starting January 1
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has submitted a bill to the Verkhovna Rada proposing to abolish outdated Medical-Social Expert Commissions (MSEC) system and create instead digitized assessment system based on leading hospitals.
Europeans told to prepare for possible war with Russia - media
People living in the European Union should stockpile emergency supplies should a war break out or another major contingency, as advised in a new report by Sauli Niinistö Special Adviser to the European Commission President.
Russia applies coercion to retain control over dissenters - British intelligence
The Russian authorities employ methods of coercion and demonstrative deterrence to maintain control over elements of the population that are hostile to the regime led by Vladimir Putin.
31 October 2024
Zelensky: 300,000 Ukrainians neither working nor looking for work in Germany
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that at least 300,000 Ukrainians are not working in Germany and are not trying to find a job. In his opinion, when Germany's social support is terminated, they will be forced to return.
Ukraine receives batch of pickup trucks with demining equipment from Canada
The State Special Transport Service of Ukraine received 13 pickup trucks along with demining equipment from the government of Canada.
Minister comments on European Commission's assessment of Ukrainian media reforms
The European Commission's report, part of the EU Enlargement Package, positively evaluated Ukraine's media reforms, particularly the roadmap for restoring a transparent and independent post-war media landscape.
Sybiha met with Ukrainian community in Montreal
At a meeting in Montreal with the Ukrainian community, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized the role of Ukrainians abroad.
30 October 2024
Veterans Foundation hotline receives over 14.5 thousand inquiries
Since the beginning of 2024, the crisis and legal support hotline of the Ukrainian Veterans Foundation (UVF) has received over 14.5 thousand inquiries.
Over 21M Ukrainians now using Diia app
More than 21 million Ukrainians are now using the Diia app, marking a milestone that drives continued efforts in digitalization.
Over 700 jobs created in Ukraine with support of Veterans Foundation
Businesses supported by the Ukrainian Veterans Foundation (UVF) have already created over 700 jobs.
FM met with leadership of International Civil Aviation Organization in Canada
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with the leadership of the International Civil Aviation Organization in Canada.
MP names main reasons for refusals to pay under eRestoration program
More than 780,000 Ukrainians reported damaged or destroyed housing as a result of Russian aggression. At the same time, about 150,000 applications for compensation from the state were filed.
29 October 2024
Martial law no “carte blanche” for rights limitations - ambassador
At the times of war, certain limitations imposed on fundamental human rights are a necessity provided that they are justified, temporary, and duly explained to the general public.
Along with telethon, Ukraine has “vibrant” media landscape - Mathernová
The media environment in Ukraine remains vibrant as pluralism and media freedom are in place amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Parliament amends procedure for medical-social expertise
The Verkhovna Rada has approved a law aimed at improving procedures for conducting medical-social expertise (MSE).
Ukraine to create register of children deported to Russia
The Cabinet of Ministers at its meeting on Tuesday approved a procedure for the creation of a register of children deported or forcibly displaced in connection with the Russian armed aggression against Ukraine.
Shuliak discloses budget allocation for eOselia program in 2025
The government’s proposed 2025 budget allocates UAH 9.4 billion for further implementation of the eOselia housing program.
Mortgage rates under ‘eOselia’ program for veterans to be reduced – Shuliak
Currently, only 270 veteran families have purchased homes under the ‘eOselia’ program, and this situation needs to be addressed by establishing a preferential mortgage rate of 3% for them.
Conditions of eOselia program unaffordable for IDPs – Head of Parliamentary Committee
The eOselya program for housing purchases has only been utilized by 291 internally displaced families. Among the main barriers are the age of the housing and the significant amount of the down payment required.
Ukrainians name reforms they see most important
Ukrainians consider reforms in the areas of anti-corruption, national security, and the judicial system to be the most important for the country.