Ukraine’s ex-president Poroshenko: ‘Corruption scandal is the biggest danger for Ukraine'

The death toll from a recent Russian attack in Ternopil, Ukraine, has risen to 25, with over 70 individuals injured. Ukraine plans to address this incident at the UN Security Council. The attack is part of a broader escalation of violence in the region, prompting heightened security alerts across the country.

A recent strike in Ternopil, western Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of 25 individuals, including children. The attack targeted two residential blocks, with one building nearly destroyed. This incident marks one of the deadliest assaults in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

The European Commission proposed on Wednesday to ease key AI and data privacy regulations to enhance Europe's tech sector's global competitiveness. This move has drawn criticism, suggesting that the EU is stepping back from its role as a digital regulatory leader.

Ukraine's national anti-corruption bureau, known as Nabu, has uncovered a high-level criminal scheme involving Energoatom, the state nuclear energy company. This scheme allegedly includes kickbacks and is situated at the core of the government, impacting the operation of three nuclear power plants that provide over half of Ukraine's electricity.

Kyiv has confirmed the use of the Atacms missile system, which relies on American intelligence for targeting, marking the first deployment since the U.S. lifted restrictions on its use. This development signifies a notable escalation in Ukraine's military capabilities amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

One month has passed since a significant theft at the Louvre, where multiple royal and imperial jewels were stolen in an unprecedented heist. The investigation into the missing items continues, but no updates have been provided on their whereabouts.

Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities overnight resulted in the deaths of at least ten people, casting doubt on President Volodymyr Zelensky's efforts to revive peace talks in Ankara scheduled for later today. The ongoing violence highlights the challenges faced in achieving a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Turkey on Wednesday for discussions aimed at reviving peace efforts to resolve the ongoing war with Russia. His top aide indicated that there is uncertainty regarding the attendance of US special envoy Steve Witkoff at these talks.