News in Brief: Global Developments from Ukraine to Cuba

Brief and substantial news from the past hour:

• In the Syunik region, the prosecutor's office has summarized its annual work with hundreds of criminal cases sent to court. Significant amounts of money have been recovered for damages caused to the state, along with the return of real estate.
• Presidential elections in Ukraine could take place in the autumn of 2026, while parliamentary elections may occur in the spring of 2027. The organization of voting is being discussed both after the end of the conflict and under the conditions of martial law, which has been extended since 2022.
• The President of Ukraine has imposed new sanctions against Russia’s military-industrial complex and the country’s “shadow fleet.” The restrictions apply to dozens of individuals, companies, and foreign suppliers.
• Amid U.S. customs policy, investors are significantly moving funds from the American market to European stocks. European markets are seen as a cheaper and more balanced investment direction.
• The U.S. administration supports the return of Russia to global sports platforms. The participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in international competitions is being discussed.
• Cuban authorities announce that the country’s healthcare system is on the brink of collapse. A shortage of fuel, medicine, and electricity deepens the crisis in hospitals.