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Outrage at Floyd’s death grows worldwide as thousands march in Australia, France.
Protesters around the world have expressed solidarity with Americans demonstrating against Floyd's death.
Experts say Canadian companies must support anti-racism efforts with ongoing action.
Canadian business executives are starting to speak out in support of addressing racism after demonstrations have erupted across North America, but experts say their words need to be accompanied by ongoing actions.
Health minister names Ukraine's regions with largest number of COVID-19 cases in past day.
In total, 12,556 tests were conducted in the country over the period under review.
Foreign chiefs of Normandy Four to start talks soon.
Foreign chiefs of the Normandy Four (Ukraine, Germany, France and Russia) will have a conversation soon, Foreign Minister of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba said.
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3,071 Covid-19 cases registered in Kyiv
On June 1, 28 people infected with coronavirus in Kyiv; five of them are medics. 3,071 laboratory-confirmed cases spotted in the capital.
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EU to impose sanctions on Russia hackers for cyber attack on German Bundestag – journalist.
In particular, sanctions include a travel ban and asset freeze.
Officials worry U.S. protests, South America’s reopening could spread COVID-19
South American countries at the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic are choosing to reopen even as case numbers rise, ignoring the example set by Europe in which nations waited for the worst to pass.
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Russia's FSB confirms detention of Ukrainian serviceman close to Crimea border.
He is accused of "illegal border crossing."
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First COVID-19 case registered in Ukraine's Health Ministry.
The first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been registered among employees of the Health Ministry of Ukraine, Health Minister Maksym Stepanov said during a press conference in Kyiv on Tuesday.
Journalists in firing line as Trump inflames US protests.
Over 100 attacks or arrests of journalists at weekend, data shows, as president turns up rhetoric
Trump to send military to ‘dominate the streets’ as George Floyd protests continue.
The nation has been roiled by violence over the death of George Floyd for nearly a week.
Rada adopts appeal to intl organizations to honor victims of genocide of Crimean Tatars.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted an appeal to international organizations to honour the victims of the genocide of the Crimean Tatar people.
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Sales of new passenger cars in Ukraine shrink by 7% in Jan-May.
The KIA Sportage crossover became the month's bestseller with 593 cars sold.
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Hong Kong Leader Calls Out «Double Standards» On National Security.
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam accused foreign governments on Tuesday of "double standards" in their reaction to Beijing's plans to impose national security laws on the city, pointing to anti-police...
New York Under Curfew As Looters Hit Luxury Stores
New York was under a curfew that would last until early Tuesday morning, officials said, after looters raided stores in central Manhattan, targeting some of the city's top retailers.
Canadian health officials urge George Floyd protesters to stay safe amid COVID-19.
Canadian health officials are not suggesting people avoid protests, but they are stressing the importance of hand sanitizer and masks.
Green power companies in Ukraine ask IMF to prevent renewable tariff cuts – media.
Ukraine has invited investors to sign a memorandum in which owners agree to reduce tariffs by 10-20% voluntarily, depending on the type of generator.
COVID-19: Armenia Sees Growth In Cases Amid Lockdown Easing.
The global death toll from the coronavirus is more than 375,000 with more than 6.2 million infections confirmed, causing mass disruptions as governments continue to try to slow the spread of the new respiratory illness.
Ukrainian delegation starts visit to Berlin with talks at Defence Ministry.
The Ukrainian delegation's visit to Berlin on June 2 has started with talks with German Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer.
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Some 76% of Ukrainian restaurants reopen after lockdown.
Their profit plunged by 71.5% during the quarantine.
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First Rohingya Dies From Coronavirus In Bangladesh
An elderly Rohingya refugee has become the first person to die from coronavirus in the camps in southern Bangladesh, officials said on Tuesday.
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Kyiv mayor reports 28 new COVID-19 cases, one fatality in past day.
Sixty-four people recovered from the disease in the capital city in the past 24 hours.
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Wuhan Doctor At Whistleblower's Hospital Dies From Coronavirus.
A Wuhan doctor who worked with coronavirus whistleblower Li Wenliang died of the virus last week, state media reported Tuesday, becoming China's first COVID-19 fatality in weeks.
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Seven regions, Kyiv city not ready to ease coronavirus lockdown – Health Ministry.
As of June 2, seven regions and Kyiv city do not meet all the necessary criteria for easing quarantine measures introduced to prevent the coronavirus spread.