MOSCOW: Russia on Friday reported a record rise of 4,069 new coronavirus cases over the last 24 hours, bringing its nationwide tally to 32,007, the Interfax news agency said.
The number of coronavirus cases in Russia began rising sharply this month, although it had reported far fewer infections than many western European countries in the outbreak’s early stages.
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Russia reports record daily rise in coronavirus cases
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Russia reports record daily rise in coronavirus cases
- Number of coronavirus cases in Russia began rising sharply this month
Ukraine will be technically ready to join EU in 2027, Zelensky says
KYIV: Ukraine will be technically ready to join the European Union in 2027, President Volodymyr Zelensky said, adding that securing ‘fast track’ accession to the bloc was an important part of security guarantees after the war with Russia ends.
“Technically, we will be ready in 2027,” Zelensky told reporters in remarks released by his office on Friday, adding that by the end of 2026 Ukraine will have implemented the main steps required for membership.
“I would like Ukraine to receive a clear timeline,” he said, adding that his government was committed to the necessary reforms.
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