Ukrainian World Congress to hold general meeting
The Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) announced its annual general meeting on October 26.
Society and Culture
23 September 2024
Artem Kotenko wins National Selection for Junior Eurovision 2024
Artem Kotenko from Okhtyrka won the National Selection for participation in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024 with his song "Home".
22 September 2024
In occupied areas, Russia intends to strip of all rights Ukrainians without Russian passports - watchdog
The Russians are threatening to enter Ukrainians who refuse to obtain a Russian passport into the register of foreigners who stay in the country illegally, and to deprive them of any rights.
Ukraine, Japan to continue cooperation in cultural heritage protection
On September 20, during the G7 Culture Ministerial in Naples, the Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine, Mykola Tochytskyi, met with the Minister of Education and Culture of Japan, Moriyama Masahito. The two discussed continued cooperation in protecting Ukrainian cultural heritage.
Ukraine, France agree to cooperate in strategic communication
Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine, Mykola Tochytskyi, held bilateral talks with the Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Culture of France, Aude Accary-Bonnery. The parties discussed Ukrainian-French cultural relations and agreed on cooperation in the field of strategic communications.
Ukraine vs Russia: Hearings on merits to start in The Hague on Monday
Hearings on the merits of Ukraine's claim against the Russian Federation over the violation of the rights of the coastal state under the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea will kick off tomorrow in The Hague.
Akhtem Seitablayev: Russia's presence at any film festival demonstrates weakness of our international partners
Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar actor and director Akhtem Seitablayev called it "unacceptable" to allow the aggressor country to participate in any film festivals.
Minister of Culture Tochytskyi emphasizes importance of strategic communications in recognizing world-renowned Ukrainian artists
The Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine, Mykola Tochytskyi, emphasizes the importance of strategic communications in recognizing world-renowned Ukrainian artists, painters, musicians and poets as representatives of Ukrainian culture, rather than Russian.
Over 120 Ukrainian artists killed in war - minister
As many as 123 Ukrainian artists have been killed in the war, defending Ukraine with weapons in their hands.
21 September 2024
G7 to help Ukraine repair damage caused to its cultural heritage by Russian invasion
G7 culture ministers have pledged to help Ukraine restore its cultural heritage damaged by the Russian invasion at a three-day meeting that concluded in Naples, Italy, on Saturday.
Ukraine to honor fallen defenders with nationwide minute of silence on October 1
On the Day of Defenders of Ukraine, October 1, at 9:00, a nationwide minute of silence will be held.
Nearly 3.5 million refugees currently live in Germany
In mid-2024, nearly 3.48 million refugees lived in Germany, of which 1.18 million were Ukrainians.
Ukraine restricts use of Telegram by military and government agencies - NSDC
The National Coordination Center for Cybersecurity (NCCC) has decided to restrict the use of Telegram on the official devices of government officials, military personnel, security and defense sector employees, as well as enterprises operating critical infrastructure.
20 September 2024
US allocates USD 1M to protect Ukraine’s cultural heritage
On September 19, during the G7 Culture Ministerial, the United States announced the contribution of $1 million to the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) to safeguard Ukraine’s cultural heritage.
City Council: UNESCO response needed for demolition of Pushkin monument in Odesa
In order to dismantle the monument to Alexander Pushkin on Dumska Square in Odesa, the city council must receive a response from UNESCO, as the monument is located in a protected area.
Germany accepts 1,173 Ukrainian soldiers, civilians for treatment
Germany has already received 1,173 seriously wounded and injured Ukrainian soldiers and civilians for treatment.
Russia destroys or damages over 2,500 educational institutions in Ukraine since invasion
Russian forces have destroyed or damaged 2,509 educational institutions in Ukraine since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, including 1,668 schools.
Ukrainian community to hold 10th Borsch Festival in Hungarian capital
The self-government of Ukrainians in Köbány (Budapest's 10th district) has invited the 10th anniversary Borscht Festival to be held in Budapest's Városháza City Park on September 21.
19 September 2024
Ukraine should not take international assistance for granted – Czech expert
A Czechia-based expert Pavel Havlicek with the Association for International Affairs believes international support for Ukraine even from countries traditionally perceived as Kyiv’s allies, should not be taken for granted.
Ukraine condemns Swiss film festival's plans to show 'Russians at War' documentary
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has condemned the Zurich Film Festival's intention to include the documentary "Russians at War" in the program.
18 September 2024
Funds for social benefits for POWs already included in 2025 budget – reintegration ministry
Funds for social payments to military and civilian prisoners of war have been included in Ukraine's draft state budget for 2025.
Germany to donate EUR 50M for treatment of Ukrainian soldiers - embassy
Germany is set to allocate an additional EUR 50 million for the medical treatment of wounded Ukrainian soldiers.
16,000 people remain in Pokrovsk, including 177 children
Currently, 16,000 people, including 177 children, remain in the city of Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast. The evacuation continues.
Ukrainian “Cultural Forces” start tour of southern states of US
The Ukrainian creative project Cultural Forces has launched the second stage of its American tour, which this time will cover the southern part of the United States. Its main goal is to familiarize Americans with Ukrainian culture and express gratitude for their support of our country.
Ukraine, Canada set to cooperate in national heritage protection
Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine Mykola Tochytskyi and Minister of Canadian Heritage Pascale St-Onge discussed cooperation in the protection of national heritage and museum projects, the need to strengthen the fight against information aggression.
17 September 2024
Foreign diplomats tell of Ukrainian children sheltered by their countries
Today, at the invitation of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration, a delegation consisting of diplomats from Austria, Spain, Norway, and Finland visited the city of Zaporizhzhia.
Another 10 children returned to government-controlled territory
Another 10 Ukrainian children were returned to the territory controlled by Ukraine.
Canada to provide Moldova with loan to support Ukrainian refugees
Moldova will receive a soft loan of 120 million Canadian dollars (about USD 92 million) from Canada to help it accept Ukrainian refugees.
79% of Ukrainians would not travel to US or EU even if they received citizenship
The vast majority of Ukrainians (79%) would still stay in Ukraine even if they were granted US or EU citizenship.