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Украина
Советник президента США по национальной безопасности Майк Волц обозначил ключевые направления политики администрации Дональда Трампа в отношении Украины и России. Об этом сообщает «Голос Америки». По словам Вольтса, одним из приоритетов станет пересмотр подходов к оказанию помощи Украине, в частности, развитие экономического партнерства и сотрудничества в сфере критических полезных ископаемых. Он подчеркнул, что США рассчитывают извлечь выгоду из значительных инвестиций, направленных в Украину, и выразил надежду на скорейшее подписание соответствующих соглашений. Среди основных направлений политики Трампа в отношении войны России против Украины Волц выделил: подписание соглашения о сотрудничестве в области редкоземельных металлов; Достижение прекращения огня; Обзор отношений США с Россией; Укрепление взаимодействия с европейскими союзниками. Ожидается, что президент Франции Эммануэль Макрон и премьер-министр Великобритании Кир Стармер прибудут в Соединенные Штаты в ближайшее время. Они планируют продемонстрировать «единственную зацепку
24 февраля Президент Украины Владимир Зеленский открыл саммит «Поддерживай Украину», который проходит в Киеве с участием мировых лидеров. В ходе…
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The administration of US President Donald Trump has begun sweeping cuts at the Agency for International Development (USAID), which will affect thousands of workers. About this it is said in an official statement on the USAID website. According to the report, on February 24, most of the agency’s employees around the world will be sent on administrative leave. An exception will be made for those who are responsible for the performance of critical tasks, special programs and management. «USAID is also beginning layoffs that will affect approximately 1,600 U.S. employees,» — said in the statement. Workers abroad are encouraged to return to the United States at public expense and receive certain compensation. About 2,000 employees who work outside the country may fall under the reduction. We will remind that on January 20, Donald Trump signed a decree on the temporary suspension of all US foreign aid programs for 90 days for their review and assessment of compliance with the political priorities of the administration. This directly affected the activities of the USAID agency, founded in 1961.
Администрация Президента США Дональда Трампа приступила к масштабным сокращениям в Агентстве по международному развитию (USAID), которые затронут тысячи работников. Об…
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The Swedish government has announced that it will transfer air defense systems worth 1.2 billion kroner (almost $113 million) to Ukraine. These are Robot 70 and Tridon Mk2 systems, informs The Swedish Daily. «Now we can announce the purchase of air defense systems for a total amount of 1.2 billion kroner to be donated to Ukraine. By supporting Ukraine, we are strengthening our own security.» — noted in the Swedish government. In total, since February 2022, Sweden has sent about 73.2 billion Swedish kroner (about 6.45 billion dollars) to support Ukraine. It will be recalled that earlier it was reported that the countries of the European Union discussed a package of military aid for Ukraine in the amount of at least 6 billion euros. It is designed to strengthen its strategic position before the US-led negotiations with Russia.
Правительство Швеции сообщило, что передаст Украине системы ПВО стоимостью 1,2 млрд крон (почти 113 млн долларов). Речь идет о системах…
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Supreme Commander-in-Chief Volodymyr Zelenskyi, Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi and Commander of the NGU Oleksandr Pivnenko approved decision on the appointment of 18 corps commanders. They will be responsible for the sections of the front assigned to them and will receive a permanent composition of troops. These changes should be implemented within a month. The reform can significantly improve the combat capability of the army and increase the level of responsibility of commanders for personnel and the execution of combat tasks, provided it is effectively implemented. Most ground force brigades that currently fight as infantry are now consolidated into 18 corps. In addition, a significant part of the units remains under the direct command of the commander-in-chief. The fate of two more corps in the TRO is still uncertain, and there is hope that they will not be created, because the territorial defense forces should not be used on the front lines as regular military units. Most corps include 5 brigades, one corps consists of 7 brigades. In total, 13 corps were created as part of the Ground Forces, 2 corps of amphibious assault troops, 1 corps of marines and 2 corps of the National Guard. In some corps, brigades are formally indicated, which currently do not exist and have no personnel. Given the decision of the Stavka to prohibit the creation of new brigades, it is important that personnel are not transferred to these currently empty units.
Верховный главнокомандующий Владимир Зеленский, главнокомандующий ВСУ Александр Сырский и командующий НГУ Александр Пивненко приняли решение о назначении 18 командиров корпусов.…
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Polish President Andrzej Duda was in the United States, where he discussed with his American colleague Donald Trump the prospects for further cooperation between the two countries, as well as the relations of the United States with Ukraine and Russia. However, their meeting lasted only 10 minutes, informs Bloomberg. Duda’s visit was not organized through the Polish embassy in the US, but by private individuals close to the Polish president who have connections in Trump’s circle. «The visit was not organized by the Polish embassy. Duda cannot stand his current boss, Bohdan Klich. He refused to approve his candidacy for the position of ambassador, because at the time of the Smolensk disaster, Klich was the head of the Ministry of National Defense.» — the message says. The short duration of Trump’s meeting with Duda provoked a violent reaction in Polish society and caused a wave of outraged comments, including such as «This is an insult to all Poles.» Instead, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called: «It’s nothing to laugh at. Let’s be serious, because the situation is getting really serious.»
Президент Польши Анджей Дуда находился в США, где обсудил с американским коллегой Дональдом Трампом перспективы дальнейшего сотрудничества между двумя странами,…
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Volodymyr Zelenskyi said that he is not offended by the fact that Donald Trump called him a «dictator», and assured, which has no intention of becoming so. «There is no room for emotion here. I have a pragmatic approach to relations with today’s US administration and will continue to do so. But, of course, I would not call these words of President Trump addressed to me as compliments, to put it mildly. I understand it like this. But why be offended? Someone who is a dictator would be offended by the word dictator. And this is how I perceive it — well, what are you going to do, we will somehow live with the USA. We will definitely not be dictators. Just not interested.» — noted Zelensky. According to him, during the last presidential elections in Ukraine, 73% of voters cast their votes for him, so his stay at the head of the state is completely legal: «I am the legally elected president, I did not come to power because of any force. I was elected by 73%. By the way, no one appointed the parliamentarians who came at the same time either, the parliament was chosen by the people of Ukraine. After the end of martial law, there will be elections, and the people will make their choice.»
Владимир Зеленский заявил, что не обижается на то, что Дональд Трамп назвал его «диктатором», и заверил, что не намерен становиться…
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President of the European Council Antonio Costa reported on the convening of an extraordinary meeting of EU leaders on March 6, dedicated to issues of long-term security in Ukraine and Europe. «I decided to convene a special European Council on March 6. We are living in a defining moment for Ukraine and European security. During my consultations with European leaders, I heard a common desire to respond to these challenges at the EU level,» — the message says. According to him, European leaders are full of desire to strengthen European defense and make a decisive contribution to peace on our continent and long-term security of Ukraine. «I will continue to work together with the head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and all member states to be ready for decisions on March 6.» — he emphasized.
Президент Европейского Совета Антониу Кошта сообщил о созыве внеочередного заседания лидеров ЕС 6 марта, посвященного вопросам долгосрочной безопасности в Украине…
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The funeral ceremony of the former leader of the radical Islamist group «Hezbollah» Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed half a year ago as a result of an attack by Israeli fighter jets on the group’s central headquarters, was held in the capital of Lebanon, Beirut. The memorial service was attended by tens of thousands of supporters of Nasrallah, informs «Al Jazeera». The memorial service was held at the Camille Chamoun Stadium in Beirut. The coffin containing the body of the former Hezbollah leader was placed in the center of the stadium, and the mourning ceremony was broadcast on large screens in the city. About 800 officials from 65 countries attended the funeral. Among them, in particular, are the representatives of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Kalibaf, and the Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abbas Araghchi. In addition, the ceremony was attended by high-ranking Lebanese officials, including the speaker of the parliament and representatives of the country’s president and prime minister. The new head of Hezbollah, Naim Kassem, who previously served as Nasrallah’s deputy, said on TV that the movement, recognized as a terrorist organization in Germany, the United States, Israel and several Arab states, will «continue to follow the path» of its former leader. «I am loyal to Nasrallah’s legacy» — emphasized Naim Kasem.
В столице Ливана Бейруте состоялась церемония похорон бывшего лидера радикальной исламистской группировки «Хезболла» Хасана Насраллы, погибшего полгода назад в результате…
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiga said that the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy set the task of ending the war and ensuring a just peace in 2025. Statement sounded during the forum «Ukraine. Year 2025». «Today, all Ukrainian diplomacy lives with the fundamental goal of achieving a comprehensive and just peace for Ukraine. We are convinced that this year we really have a chance to achieve peace. In this difficult, turbulent period, we can achieve peace for Ukraine. We are now telling many partners that today is the time when we really need to fasten our diplomatic seat belts. We must not give in to emotions.» — noted Sybiga. According to him, Ukrainian diplomacy will continue to work hard on strengthening subjectivity. «I can say that our entire diplomatic service is mobilized as much as possible to achieve peace in Ukraine and end this war this year. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is setting this very task today. During all these 3 years of Russian aggression, the diplomatic service has been an integral part of strengthening Ukraine’s stability and defense capabilities. We will continue to work on strengthening the subjectivity of our state.» — he emphasized.
Министр иностранных дел Андрей Сибига заявил, что Президент Украины Владимир Зеленский поставил задачу завершить войну и обеспечить справедливый мир в…
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As of February 2025, North Korea provides 50% of Russia’s ammunition in the war against Ukraine. About this reported head of the Main Directorate of Intelligence Kyrylo Budanov. «In this aspect, one cannot fail to mention their strategic ally, North Korea, which covers 50% of all, let’s say, ammunition costs of the front. 50% of the ammunition is Korean ammunition. Similarly, the large-scale supply of weapons began. First of all, these are 170-mm self-propelled howitzers and 240-mm rocket salvo systems. Everyone already knows the fact of the use of Korean military personnel in the Kursk region, but this is a fact. North Korea takes an active part in the war against us, supporting the Russian Federation», the message says. Budanov also commented on Russia’s use of North Korean servicemen on the territory of Kurshchyna: «The original group consisted of almost 12,000 people, as of now, about 4,000 of these people are, let’s say, disabled, that is, they are seriously wounded and killed, their replacements are being prepared, but they have not yet arrived at the front. That is, you can safely subtract 4 from the 12,000 figures, and you will get 8 — this is the approximate number of the group that is still active now.»
По состоянию на февраль 2025 Северная Корея обеспечивает 50% боеприпасов РФ в войне против Украины. Об этом сообщил глава Главного…
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