Registration of Russian presidential candidates over, there will be four of them

For the first time since 2008, there will only be four options in the ballot - Leonid Slutsky of the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia (LDPR), Vladislav Davankov of New People, Nikolay Kharitonov of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (KPRF) and incumbent Russian President Vladimir Putin, TASS agency reports.

Zelenskiy appoints Oleksandr Pavliuk as new ground forces chief

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has appointed Oleksandr Pavliuk, former first deputy defence minister, as the new commander of Ukraine's ground forces, according to a decree published on Sunday, Reuters reports.

Finland // Alexander Stubb and Pekka Haavisto face off in the second round of the presidential election

Two seasoned politicians face off in Finland's presidential election on Sunday, with the president's role having gained importance in light of the country's NATO membership and rising tensions with neighboring Russia, AFP reports.

Sanremo 2024 // Angelina Mango wins Sanremo 2024

'La noia' hovered around the top of the score board throughout the festival and took the all important primo position by the final evening.

VIDEO // Zelensky announced that he has made five more appointments to the top of the Ukrainian army

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appointed Major General Anatoliy Barhilevych as Ukraine's new chief of the General Staff on February 9, replacing Lieutenant General Serhiy Shaptala in another major personnel change after naming Colonel-General Oleksandr Syrskiy commander in chief, Radio Free Europe reports.

Zelensky discusses Ukraine's defense needs with Macron by telephone

President Volodymyr Zelensky wrote on Feb. 10 that he had a "very positive and focused call" with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss Ukraine's defense needs and the situation along the front line, The Kiyv Independent reports.

Hungary's Novak Resigns Over Child Sex Abuse Pardon

Hungarian President Katalin Novak submitted her resignation on Saturday, citing public uproar over a pardon granted to a man convicted of child sexual abuse, Reuters has reported.

Kharkiv Hit by Deadly Drone Attack, Children Among Victims

A Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on February 10th killed at least seven people, including three children, and ignited a major fire that destroyed over 15 houses, local officials reported.

UNICEF Launches Mobile Classes in Ukraine

The war in Ukraine has had a devastating impact on the country's education system. Russian shelling has destroyed or damaged thousands of schools, leaving many children without a place to learn.

Gaza Crisis: Hamas Warns of Israeli Offensive

Amid escalating tensions in the Gaza Strip, Hamas issued a stark warning on Saturday regarding a potential Israeli offensive on the city of Rafah.

Swedish Troops to Join NATO Defense in Latvia

NATO is preparing a camp in Latvia to host Swedish troops, showcasing Sweden's active engagement despite its pending membership application, Euronews has reported.

Russian Artist Flees to Germany, Finds Creative Outlet in Carnival Float

A young Russian artist who recently arrived in Germany, citing artistic limitations in her home country, is participating in the famed Jacques Tilly Carnival in Düsseldorf.