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Finland plans to prohibit Russians from purchasing real estate in the country.

Finland plans to prohibit Russians from purchasing real estate in the country.

The possibility of confiscating previously sold real estate for national security reasons is also being considered.
During the night, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine with 112 drones.

During the night, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine with 112 drones.

"Unbelievable! A massive drone attack unfolds, but the defenders strike back with astonishing precision! Discover how 81 enemy drones were taken down across multiple regions in a single night. You won't believe the shocking details behind this high-stakes aerial battle!"
Trump is prepared to double sanctions to compel Russia to pursue peace, according to Kellogg.

Trump is prepared to double sanctions to compel Russia to pursue peace, according to Kellogg.

According to him, the current sanctions against Russia are only a "three" on a scale from 1 to 10.
Slovakia has resumed gas imports from Russia via the "Turkish Stream."

Slovakia has resumed gas imports from Russia via the "Turkish Stream."

However, the country will still require additional imports from alternative routes, as the current import levels cannot fully meet the demand.
Legislative updates: key changes for businesses and authorities at the start of February.

Legislative updates: key changes for businesses and authorities at the start of February.

Key regulatory innovations from last week.
Russian forces struck Sumy region with KAB bombs, resulting in casualties and the destruction of a building.

Russian forces struck Sumy region with KAB bombs, resulting in casualties and the destruction of a building.

There may still be people trapped under the rubble.
Historic milestone: Ukraine has made its first-ever export of biomethane to Europe via pipeline.

Historic milestone: Ukraine has made its first-ever export of biomethane to Europe via pipeline.

This occurred after two years of efforts to amend the legislation.
The Council will expedite the approval of laws related to European integration.

The Council will expedite the approval of laws related to European integration.

They are suggested to be adopted in a single reading.
The Trump administration will lay off 97% of USAID employees.

The Trump administration will lay off 97% of USAID employees.

Out of 10,000 employees in the organization, only about 300 will remain at work.
Romanian MP Bulai: There is a possibility of a "behind-the-scenes agreement" regarding Ukraine between Trump and Putin.

Romanian MP Bulai: There is a possibility of a "behind-the-scenes agreement" regarding Ukraine between Trump and Putin.

The leader of the Liberal Democrats believes that historical experience indicates this.
Sales of the new Apple iPhone SE will begin in February, according to Bloomberg.

Sales of the new Apple iPhone SE will begin in February, according to Bloomberg.

It will be revealed earlier than expected, although without an official presentation.
According to Shmyhal, 240 defense-tech companies have become residents of "Diia.City."

According to Shmyhal, 240 defense-tech companies have become residents of "Diia.City."

By 2022, there were approximately 20 such companies.
According to Fedorov, 50% of residents in "Diia.City" have switched to the capital withdrawal tax regime.

According to Fedorov, 50% of residents in "Diia.City" have switched to the capital withdrawal tax regime.

According to him, the IT sector's PnVK is a highly "important and effective tool."
The International Criminal Court responded to Trump's sanctions against its officials.

The International Criminal Court responded to Trump's sanctions against its officials.

The International Criminal Court condemned the U.S. sanctions and pledged to continue "ensuring justice."
R&D and science parks: Fedorov revealed plans for upcoming innovations in "Diia.City."

R&D and science parks: Fedorov revealed plans for upcoming innovations in "Diia.City."

Additionally, the Ministry of Digital Transformation aims to establish conditions conducive to venture capital investments.
Farmers urged "Ukrzaliznytsia" not to raise freight transportation tariffs.

Farmers urged "Ukrzaliznytsia" not to raise freight transportation tariffs.

Experts believe that the increase in "UZ" tariffs will result in a loss of approximately 1.3 million tons of grain and oilseed harvest, amounting to $300 million.
The Ministry of Defense assessed the mobilization potential of the Russian army.

The Ministry of Defense assessed the mobilization potential of the Russian army.

Every month, the Russian army gains approximately 36,000 soldiers while losing around 40,000.
Searches are currently underway at the Kyiv City State Administration building.

Searches are currently underway at the Kyiv City State Administration building.

The investigative actions pertain to potential abuses by officials related to the alienation of property belonging to the Kyiv community back in 2009.
It has been revealed what the next IMF mission in Ukraine will focus on.

It has been revealed what the next IMF mission in Ukraine will focus on.

The dates for the mission's visit are currently being finalized.
The Ukrainian ambassador to Belarus, Kyzym, has resigned from his position.

The Ukrainian ambassador to Belarus, Kyzym, has resigned from his position.

The 63-year-old diplomat explained his decision by saying that "age takes its toll" and prevents him from fully dedicating himself to his work.
The court returned an illegal cigarette production line seized by the State Bureau of Investigations to a sanctioned smuggler.

The court returned an illegal cigarette production line seized by the State Bureau of Investigations to a sanctioned smuggler.

The text refers to the equipment of a company owned by a well-known Odessa-based sanctioned smuggler.
"Vodafone Ukraine has agreed to postpone the repayment of eurobonds for two years."

"Vodafone Ukraine has agreed to postpone the repayment of eurobonds for two years."

A special committee representing 31% of bondholders, along with other stakeholders who own 49% of all bonds, has already approved this proposal.
The government allocates funds to Kharkiv and Mykolaiv regions for the restoration and construction of main water pipelines.

The government allocates funds to Kharkiv and Mykolaiv regions for the restoration and construction of main water pipelines.

Kharkiv will receive 1 billion UAH, while Mykolaiv region will get 8 billion UAH.
The Cabinet has appointed two deputy defense ministers: here's what you need to know about them.

The Cabinet has appointed two deputy defense ministers: here's what you need to know about them.

Yevhen Moisyuk and Valeriy Churkin have been appointed to the positions.
Local budget resources are expected to increase by 15% compared to 2024, according to Shmyhal.

Local budget resources are expected to increase by 15% compared to 2024, according to Shmyhal.

The primary growth will occur due to personal income tax (PIT), grants, and subsidies.
Ukrainian forces advanced 5 km into the Kursk region, capturing two villages, according to ISW.

Ukrainian forces advanced 5 km into the Kursk region, capturing two villages, according to ISW.

Adverse weather conditions hindered the operations of Russian drones in the Suja area.
Ukraine has denied claims regarding the launch of the "Oreshnik" missile towards Kyiv.

Ukraine has denied claims regarding the launch of the "Oreshnik" missile towards Kyiv.

The head of the Center for Countering Disinformation asserts that Russia should first inform the West about such launches.
A maritime corridor from Ukraine has transported 100 million tons of cargo.

A maritime corridor from Ukraine has transported 100 million tons of cargo.

Export has reached over fifty countries around the globe.
Reuters: Elon Musk has "stepped beyond boundaries" – over 2 million public servants are under his control, and he plans to dismiss them.

Reuters: Elon Musk has "stepped beyond boundaries" – over 2 million public servants are under his control, and he plans to dismiss them.

The head of Tesla is establishing a new power center in Washington, and sources say he is feared more than Trump.
Land corruption in the capital: the court has remanded Olenych, the deputy head of the Kyiv City State Administration, into custody.

Land corruption in the capital: the court has remanded Olenych, the deputy head of the Kyiv City State Administration, into custody.

Earlier, the High Anti-Corruption Court selected preventive measures for a member of the Kyiv City Council's permanent commission on architecture and urban planning, as well as for two accomplices.