Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine Natalka Cmoc discussed potential Canadian support for Ukraine’s production of long-range drones. Shmyhal wrote this in a post on Telegram. During the meeting, Shmyhal expressed gratitude for Canada’s steadfast support since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion. The discussion focused on expanding cooperation in the…
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the procedure for using state budget funds for the public investment project “New Construction of a Dual-Purpose Structure (with Radiation Protection Shelter Properties) for 200 People” on the territory of the Khortytsia National Reserve in Zaporizhzhia. The document was prepared by the Ministry of Culture and Strategic…
In the second quarter of 2025, Bulgaria’s economy expanded by 3.1% YoY, while showing a 0.7% increase compared to the first quarter, according to data released by the National Statistical Institute (NSI). Gross value added in the same period rose by 2.5%, signaling sustained activity across the country’s main economic sectors. Preliminary GDP estimates indicate…
Lithuania has acquired advanced anti-tank land mines and artillery shells as part of efforts to strengthen its defence capabilities, the Defence Ministry reports. The mines, valued at more than 10 million euros, are designed to counter armoured vehicles. Ammunition depots have also been restocked with 155 mm artillery shells worth 520,000 euros. The shorter-range shells…
Bulgaria has experienced a growth in real estate transactions, with the Registry Agency reporting an increase of around 3%, according to real estate consultant Dobromir Ganev. In total, approximately 101,000 deeds were registered, though Ganev noted that the actual number of transactions is likely slightly higher. Sofia has seen particularly strong growth, with the volume…
The Government has allocated UAH 1.6 billion from the Fund for the Elimination of the Consequences of Armed Aggression to the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine. The funds will be directed to the eVidnovlennia programme. The funds will be distributed as follows: – Nearly UAH 1.3 billion for housing certificates to purchase…
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed the key stages of construction of an artillery shell production plant with Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall Group. Shmyhal announced this on Telegram. “I had a conversation with Armin Papperger, head of the Rheinmetall Group. He is our long-standing and important partner. We have exemplary cooperation in three areas:…