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ETC invites Ukrainian tourism agency for free three-year membership
The European Tourism Commission (ETC) has announced that it has decided to invite the State Agency for Tourism Development of Ukraine (SATD) to join the organization with a free three-year membership. .
In a May 19 statement, the ETC also…
How Ukrainian tourism specialists survive – DW – 05/16/2022
Natalia Vlasenko loved to show tourists her city of Odessa and its surroundings. Since war broke out in Ukraine, however, she has spent her time helping refugees and translating for foreign media traveling to Odessa.
The lives of…
Bono and The Edge of U2 perform at a metro station in Kyiv, Ukraine
Bono, the lead singer of iconic rock band U2, performed a concert at a metro station in Kyiv, Ukraine, alongside bandmate The Edge to show solidarity with the war-torn country.Bono and The Edge, whose full name is David Howell Evans,…
“Ghost of Kyiv” killed in battle shot down 40 Russian planes
"Ghost of Kyiv", a Ukrainian fighter pilot known for shooting down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets, has died in action, according to a report by The Times of London. The Ukrainian pilot who became famous for his bravery…
Ukraine admits ‘Ghost of Kyiv’ fighter pilot hailed for exploits against Russian forces…
On social media, the "Ghost of Kyiv" was a military hero, an ace fighter pilot hailed for allegedly shooting down several Russian planes. The stories began just days after the war began and circulated for months, bolstered by official…
Approval of Biden Ukraine aid request likely after Pelosi Kyiv visit, says McCaul | US Congress
Joe Biden's $33 billion request to Congress for additional aid to Ukraine should receive swift approval from lawmakers, a senior Republican official, as House speaker, said on Sunday. Nancy Pelosimade a surprise visit to this war-torn…
No Asian country is on Ukraine’s thank you list
While a few Asian governments have offered humanitarian and defense aid to Ukraine, no Asian country or territory has appeared on kyiv's recent list of "partners" to thank for supporting its freedom struggle against Russia.The list, which…
Romania wants to be the main center of stability and security in the region – EURACTIV.com
Romania aims to become the main center of stability and security in the region as it wants to be heavily involved in Ukraine's post-war reconstruction, parliament speaker Marcel Ciolacu said after a visit to Kyiv.
Ciolacu,…
Freeland says government ‘talking’ about reopening embassy in Kyiv
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said the government was discussing with Ukraine the possibility of reopening the Canadian embassy in Kyiv, which had been closed just before the Russian invasion.Freeland said he spoke to Ukrainian…
Florence + The Machine dedicates a new music video shot in Kyiv to Ukrainians
article FILE - Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine performs during Barclaycard Presents British Summer Time Hyde Park at Hyde Park on July 13, 2019 in London, England. (Samir Hussein/Getty Images) Florence + The Machine dedicated…
Italy ready to reopen its embassy in Kyiv
Following the temporary transfer of the Italian Embassy to Lviv in western Ukraine, Italy has decided to transfer its Embassy to Kyiv.
Ambassador Pier Francesco Zazo announced the decision through a Twitter post on April 15, in which he…
Mesa Bakery donates to support another bakery in Ukraine
Mesa Bakery donates to support another bakery in Ukraine A Mesa bakery works to support another bakery in Kyiv, Ukraine, which is working to distribute free bread to those in need. Mesa, Arizona. - One Mesa Bakery Works to Support Another…
Army Ranger Wing replaced by Garda for Coveney visit to Kyiv – The Irish Times
The Defense Forces special forces unit, the Army Ranger Wing (ARW), was prevented from protecting Simon Coveney during his visit to Ukraine before the minister entered the war-torn country.It was decided that the Garda Emergency Response…
Irish Foreign Minister’s visit to Kyiv – EURACTIV.com
Irish Foreign and Defense Minister Simon Coveney traveled to Kyiv on Thursday for talks with the Ukrainian government.
Coveney is the first foreign minister from a UN Security Council member state to visit Ukraine since…
23 private companies mobilizing to help Ukraine
When Russia invaded Ukraine, governments across the West imposed sanctions to cripple Putin's economy and showed their distaste for war.But private companies have also changed their policies to distance themselves from the regime.Here are…
Video shows dog reunited with owner in Ukraine
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Kyiv (WJW/AP) – A heartwarming video circulates of a dog who found…
Move to “Ghost Of Kyiv”, sniper “Charcoal” is Ukraine’s new war hero
<!-- -->The photo of the sniper "Charcoal" was released by the Ukrainian military.First, it was the “ghost of Kyiv” who became the hero of Ukrainian defense against the Russians. And now this place has been taken by a sniper, known…
Slovak and Austrian prime ministers to join EU leaders on trip to Kyiv – EURACTIV.com
Slovak Prime Minister Eduard Heger (OĽaNO) will travel to war-torn Kyiv on Thursday with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell after refusing to join European leaders…
Video shows owner and dog separated by violence reunited in Kyiv
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Russo-Ukrainian war: Russia says Bucha killed ‘provocation’ to demand more weapons
Shocking images from the Ukrainian town of Bucha and Russian war crimes charges are pushing for more sanctions against Moscow. A key potential target: Russian oil and natural gas, and the $850 million that…
Russian failures in the “Elite” status of Dent airborne paratroopers in Ukraine
Russia's elite airborne force, the VDV, has been at the center of Moscow's offensive against Ukraine.
The VDV struggled in Ukraine, where fighting claimed many…
‘I was absolutely convinced I was going to die’: Journalists share first-hand account of…
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Two Sky News reporters said they were lucky to be alive after their vehicle was ambushed outside Kyiv.…
Pope Francis plans visit to Ukraine: “It’s on the table” | International
Pope Francis and the Vatican have been trying for weeks to intervene diplomatically in conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Their actions, which have manifested themselves at all levels, have so far failed. But on March 22, the pontiff…
Ukrainians chasing Russians as they leave Kyiv region: Pentagon update Day 36
The Pentagon provided daily updates on the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Ukraine's efforts to resist.Here are highlights of what a senior US defense official told reporters on Wednesday as of Day 36:Russians are hunted down as they…
Ukrainian exchange student tells her story
Anna Chop spent time with third graders at Kingsland in 2017. Anna was an exchange student from Ukraine, living with host family John and JoAnn Glady.Photo submitted
By Phil Hebrink
We have all seen millions of people forced from their…
Ukrainian-born pilot raises funds for his family back home
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - With the ensuing invasion of Ukraine, a local pilot, originally from Ukraine, can't help but think of his mother back home.“Nobody really knows the situation better than the people there,” said Lieutenant Commander…
Los Angeles prepares to make Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, a sister city
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The Los Angeles City Council voted on Friday to start the…
Ukrainian charity scams are growing in number and sophistication
Photo (c) SEAN GLADWELL - Getty ImagesOut of the goodness of their hearts, people around the world stand with the people of Ukraine as the country's war against Russia drags on. Some do this by making cash donations, but it can be…
Chicken kievs from Aldi, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Morrison’s and M&S were compared…
The trusty chicken kyiv has become an example of a comfort food staple over the years. With its crumbly breadcrumb coating and melt-in-your-mouth garlic butter centre, this is one dish you absolutely can't go wrong with. Not only…
Ukrainian charity scams are growing in number and sophistication
Photo (c) SEAN GLADWELL - Getty ImagesOut of the goodness of their hearts, people around the world stand with the people of Ukraine as the country's war against Russia drags on. Some do this by making cash donations, but it can be…