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Media: German building materials firm Knauf to withdraw from Russia: The German producer of building materials Knauf said it is ceasing its operations in Russia ...
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Media: German building materials firm Knauf to withdraw from Russia
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Russia warns Europe: if you take our assets, we have a response that will hurt: An ally of President Vladimir Putin warned Europe on Tuesday that Russia has ...
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Stoltenberg calls for more Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine: The NATO Secretary General has defended Kiev's right to use Western arms supplies to attack ...
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Stoltenberg calls for more Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine
Quick Glance: Kyiv's Urgent Air Defence Need Highlighted by NATO Chief
  • NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlights Ukraine's critical need for additional air defences during the G7 Summit in Capri.

  • He mentions positive signals of military aid commitments from NATO members and the US House of Representatives' vote on a aid package for Kyiv.

  • Stoltenberg acknowledges new pledges of support from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, stressing the importance of earlier and increased assistance.

  • These statements precede a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and the NATO-Ukraine Council, with President Volodimir Zelenski participating via video link.
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US 'not involved in any offensive operation' after Israel carries retaliatory attacks against Iran
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russian strike collapsed Kharkiv TV tower: Ukrainian president tells Joe Biden that Russian attack on the tower is part of a plan to ...
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russian strike collapsed Kharkiv TV tower
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Russia is in third place: Ukraine war pushes global military spending to all-time high
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Espionage allegations: Now the AfD's top candidate Krah himself is coming into focus
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Quick Glance: Employee of AfD Politician Arrested on Suspicion of Espionage
  • An employee of AfD's lead candidate Maximilian Krah was arrested for allegedly spying for China and conducting surveillance on opposition figures in Germany.

  • The Federal Prosecutor's Office is investigating based on information from the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution. The AfD expressed concern over the arrest and pledged to support the investigation.

  • Federal Interior Minister Faeser called the accusations an attack on European democracy. China denied the allegations. The arrested employee had previously offered information to German authorities but was deemed unreliable.

  • There was no connection between the arrest of Krah's employee and other arrests on Monday. Additionally, allegations against AfD politician Krah regarding possible payments from Kremlin-linked sources were revealed.
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Russia prepares 128-core server platform for supercomputers: Report: Russia reportedly preps a supercomputer platform based on a 128-core server platform but it ...
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Russia prepares 128-core server platform for supercomputers: Report
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Ukraine speaks of shooting down: Russian Air Force loses heavy supersonic bomber: A Tu-22M3 supersonic bomber crashed in Russia. Moscow speaks of technical ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine shoots down Russian strategic bomber, nine killed
  • Russian officials say the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a technical malfunction.

  • Ukraine's air force announced that they shot down a Russian strategic bomber with anti-aircraft missiles for the first time since the war began in 2022.

  • The bomber was downed in Russian airspace, 300km from Ukraine's border, after participating in a long-range airstrike that resulted in the death of at least nine people in the central region of Dnipropetrovsk.

  • NATO and the USA are planning to provide additional air defense systems to Ukraine for support.
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Fake news from Russia: Putin's propaganda strategy uncovered | Podcast: Russia is trying to destabilize the West with a massive disinformation campaign ...
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Fake news from Russia: Putin's propaganda strategy uncovered | Podcast
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Attacks on Kharkiv: Go or Stay?: Air strikes on Kharkiv in eastern Ukraine have so far been rare - but Russia is apparently exploiting gaps in its defense ...
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Attacks on Kharkiv: Go or Stay?
Quick Glance: Russian Attack Causes Destruction of TV Tower in Kharkiv
  • A television tower in Kharkiv was ripped in two by a Russian missile strike on Monday, described by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a deliberate attempt by Moscow to make the second largest city in Ukraine uninhabitable.

  • Impressive footage showed the main mast of the tower breaking off and collapsing in the city, which has been under missile and drone attacks for weeks.

  • Zelenskyy briefed US President Joe Biden about the airstrike that occurred shortly before their conversation.

  • The Service for State Special Communications reported partial damage to the tower's structure, resulting in a temporary loss of television signal. Efforts are underway to restore it, with residents advised to use cable, online TV, or radio if they lack a digital TV signal.
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Quick Glance: The Unpredictability of Putin: Nawalnaja Warns of Nuclear Weapons
  • Julia Nawalnja, the widow of Russian opposition leader Navalny, considers Russia's leader Putin unpredictable and warns that he may resort to using nuclear weapons.

  • She compares Putin's actions to the attack on Ukraine, emphasizing the unpredictability of his decisions.

  • Nawalnaja views the arrest of suspected Russian spies as evidence that Putin is using all means to pursue his agenda in Europe.

  • She criticizes Europe for not addressing the dangers posed by Russia earlier, which could have prevented conflicts and murders.
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Netanyahu Resists U.S. Plan to Cut Off Aid to Israeli Military Unit: After months of inaction, Secretary of State Antony Blinken is poised to bar U.S ...
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Netanyahu Resists U.S. Plan to Cut Off Aid to Israeli Military Unit
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Global military spending hit all-time high in 2023 after 7% jump, report finds: Global military spending reached a fresh record high in 2023, totalling $2443 ...
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Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023
  • Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.

  • Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.

  • Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.

  • Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.
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Russia Hosts China, Iran Security Chiefs to Discuss Cooperation: Russia’s Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev and China’s security chief Chen Wenqing ...
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Russia Hosts China, Iran Security Chiefs to Discuss Cooperation
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Russia’s North Korea Embrace Could Embolden Kim Jong Un, US Says: Russia’s “complete embrace” of North Korea could increase Kim Jong Un’s appetite for risk when ...
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Russia’s North Korea Embrace Could Embolden Kim Jong Un, US Says
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
  • North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.

  • The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.

  • The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.

  • The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
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Slovaks crowd-fund ammo for Ukraine: “We will help Ukraine despite our pro-Russian government,” says Slovak campaign.
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Slovaks crowd-fund ammo for Ukraine
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed: An American political magazine reconstructs the Istanbul meetings just a few weeks after the start of the war ...
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
  • At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.

  • Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.

  • Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.

  • A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
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The GOP’s Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win.: Once U.S. money starts flowing again, the dynamics of the war will change.
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The GOP’s Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win.
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Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories,’ experts say
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Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories ...
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
  • The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.

  • Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.

  • Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.

  • It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
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Setback for Ukraine as Russia takes control of the settlement of Bohdanivka : Russia is continuing its assault on Ukraine. Ukraine is on the verge of losing ...
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Setback for Ukraine as Russia takes control of the settlement of ...
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report: The country's notoriously ancient computer systems are due for an upgrade.
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report
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Russia Threatens More Strikes on Ukraine Over US Aid: Russia threatened to step up strikes on Ukraine in response to the US vote to provide new military aid to ...
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Russia Threatens More Strikes on Ukraine Over US Aid
Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
  • British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.

  • Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.

  • The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.

  • The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
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Russian influence: New allegations weigh on Bystron: According to new media reports, recordings from the Czech secret service incriminate AfD politician Petr ...
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Russian influence: New allegations weigh on Bystron
Quick Glance: Suspicion of Russian Money Payments: Incriminating Video Recordings of AfD Politician Bystron
  • Czech authorities possess incriminating video recordings of AfD politician Petr Bystron receiving packages.

  • Bystron is suspected of receiving money from pro-Moscow channels, supported by audio and video evidence.

  • The influence operation of »Voice of Europe« led to money flowing to Kremlin-friendly politicians in the EU.

  • Bystron is accused of accepting money, prompting preliminary investigations for alleged bribery.
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Biden says military aid on way to Ukraine after Senate approval: EU foreign and defence minister agree Ukraine needs better air defences but stop sort of ...
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Biden says military aid on way to Ukraine after Senate approval
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Thousands of European flights reportedly affected by suspected Russian jamming: Russia has been accused of jamming GPS signals in nearby countries such as ...
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Thousands of European flights reportedly affected by suspected Russian ...
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US aid package for Ukraine: Putin spokesman warns of "more dead Ukrainians": The USA will once again supply weapons to Ukraine. International allies breathe a ...
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Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky calls for quick transfer of arms : Ukrainian president Zelensky expressed gratitude to the US House of Representatives passed a bill ...
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Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky calls for quick transfer of arms
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Vindman: US passing more aid would provide Ukraine with ‘big boost of morale’: Retired Army Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman said the U.S. passing new aid for Ukraine ...
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Vindman: US passing more aid would provide Ukraine with ‘big boost of ...
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The Self-Obsession at the Heart of Putin’s Wartime Psychology: Opinion | If Vladimir Putin was just a military pensioner playing dominoes and not the president ...
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The Self-Obsession at the Heart of Putin’s Wartime Psychology
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What is Israel’s Netzah Yehuda battalion, and why could it face U.S. aid cuts?: Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected to cut military aid to Israel’s ...
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions
  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.

  • The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.

  • War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.

  • Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.
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Blinken: No double standard on Israel and human rights: Blinken said the Department will have "more to say" about Israel's adherence to the Leahy ...
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Blinken: No double standard on Israel and human rights
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US will ‘quickly’ send military aid to Ukraine, Biden tells Zelenskyy: The United States will act swiftly to provide new military assistance to help Kyiv in its ...
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US will ‘quickly’ send military aid to Ukraine, Biden tells Zelenskyy
Quick Glance: Biden Promises Swift Military Aid for Ukraine
  • President Joe Biden assured his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy of quick military support in the fight against Russia's invasion during a Monday call.

  • The US House of Representatives approved a substantial foreign aid package last week, including $61 billion for war-torn Ukraine, with the Senate expected to follow suit.

  • Biden emphasized America's 'lasting commitment' to Ukraine 'as it defends its freedom against Russian aggression'.

  • Zelenskyy reported that Biden assured him he would sign the upcoming military aid package immediately upon Senate approval, and the weaponry provided would strengthen Ukraine's air defense as well as long-range and artillery capabilities.
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Ukraine Hit Russian Fuel Depot Overnight: Defence Source: Ukraine launched drones at eight Russian regions overnight, hitting three electrical substations and a ...
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Ukraine Hit Russian Fuel Depot Overnight: Defence Source
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EU Is Set to Impose Iran Sanctions for Missile Attacks on Israel: European Union foreign and defense ministers are poised to reach a political agreement on ...
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EU Is Set to Impose Iran Sanctions for Missile Attacks on Israel
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TV review Caren Miosga: Tino Chrupalla on family politics and Russia: Tino Chrupalla is supposed to speak to Caren Miosga about propaganda allegations against ...
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TV review Caren Miosga: Tino Chrupalla on family politics and Russia
Quick Glance: AfD Leader Chrupalla: Self-Presentation and Critical Discussion
  • Caren Miosga presents AfD leader Tino Chrupalla as a friendly next-door painter who evades critical questions.

  • The discussion touches on the Russia ties of AfD politicians, lack of evidence, and sexism within the party.

  • Chrupalla portrays himself as a down-to-earth private individual with vague political ambitions.

  • Topics like economic policy, labor shortages, childcare, and integration are discussed, while critical confrontations fall flat.
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What is the Russian bomber plane that Ukraine says it shot down?: The Ukrainian military said its anti-missile units succeeded for the first time on Friday in ...
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What is the Russian bomber plane that Ukraine says it shot down?
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Ukraine successfully shoots down first Russian strategic bomber: The Russian defense ministry said the bomber crashed as it was returning from a mission in ...
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Ukraine successfully shoots down first Russian strategic bomber
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NATO’s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine: The call comes as Germany plans an ‘Immediate Action on Air Defence’ initiative to ...
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NATO’s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine
Quick Glance: NATO Urges Allies to Provide Air Defense Systems to Ukraine
  • Beijing is informed by China's president that it is not considered a security threat, as conveyed to the German chancellor.

  • Zelenskyy and his followers advocate for equal treatment: What is feasible for Israel should also apply to Ukraine.

  • The recent investigation by Brussels into Chinese wind turbines coincides with the increasing dominance of Beijing in the global market for solar panels.

  • An examination will be conducted into the impact of Chinese state subsidies on wind turbine operations in Spain, Greece, France, Romania, and Bulgaria.
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Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers: Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June ...
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Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers
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“Energy shock” looms: EU remains dependent on Russian LNG imports: The EU wants to reduce LNG imports from Russia. But an import stop would endanger European ...
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“Energy shock” looms: EU remains dependent on Russian LNG imports
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Ukraine moves to cut off consular services for military-age men abroad: Ukraine is aiming to curtail citizen services for men who could be home helping to defend ...
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Ukraine moves to cut off consular services for military-age men abroad
Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
  • Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.

  • Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.

  • He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.

  • Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.