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Based on a comprehensive review of the main models of historical master narratives (national, class, and religious), the author proposes a master narrative of cultural convergence that is more inclusive and focuses on the successful interaction of different ethno-cultural, gender, and religious groups within a modern political nation. The article argues that the current stage of development of democratic countries requires a thorough revision of the fundamental model of the national historical master narrative, as we are facing a paradoxical and potentially dangerous situation.

The authors argue that the impact of globalisation on the transformation of traditional threats to the international community caused the emergence of new asymmetric threats. The newest asymmetric threats come from "weak" states or groups, in various ways, which, without military superiority, can cause significant damage to stronger international actors. The article analyses the main characteristics of asymmetric threats, including their intensity, probability, and timeframe, which allow weaker actors to inflict damage.

The article clarifies the options for cooperation of 26 EU Member States within the framework of PESCO, which combine and develop their capabilities that they would be unable to create and implement separately. It is about developing defence capabilities, investment coordination, increasing operational readiness, operational interoperability, stability of their armed forces, and cooperation in various projects. It is emphasized on the various PESCO projects, such as cyber, unmanned systems, chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear surveillance, and medical services.

The article examines the military component of the EU's security activities. The history of cooperation between Western European countries after the Second World War in the field of collective defence is highlighted. It is shown that the creation of NATO was the main factor in limiting the scope of autonomous European defence efforts. The author identifies the impact on the military component of the EU's activities of such events as the beginning of Russian aggression against Ukraine in 2014 and a full-scale Moscow attack in 2022.

The study aims to analyze the current state and development trends of heritage and cul- tural tourism in Ukraine compared to EU countries by substantiating the significance of UNESCO World Heritage and museum infrastructure as key factors in developing heritage and cultural tourism. Additionally, the study formulates recommendations for improving Ukraine’s tourism policy based on the experience of leading European countries in the tourism sector.

Among the trends in the development of the national administrative law of Ukraine, attention has long been paid to: general theoretical issues of reforming administrative law, which is associated with the European choice of development of Ukraine; consideration of issues that characterize the types, forms, and methods of public administration and its components; constitutional consolidation of the administrative and legal status of a person and a citizen in relations with the state (primarily with public administration); development of the provision of administrative services to individuals

 Criminal procedure is one of the leading branches of law that plays a crucial role in maintaining law and order, justice, and human rights. In the context of globalization and the integration of international legal systems, particularly those of the European Union (EU) and the United States of America (USA), criminal procedure takes on special significance. Comparing the criminal procedures of Ukraine, the EU, and the USA allows for the identification of common features, differences, and best practices that can be adapted to enhance the effectiveness of national justice systems.

The irreversible course of Ukraine’s accession to the European Union is vividly demonstrated every day in the media by the unwavering support of our country by international partners and organisations, as well as by the top officials of foreign states. The key task is to adapt the acquis communautaire into the national legislation of Ukraine. All reforms are taking place in parallel with the Ukrainian government’s accession negotiations, starting with the ratification of the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement in 2014.

This paper studies the problem of legal regulation of the activity of attorneys general in the context of European integration and its influence on the modern development of the legal system of Ukraine. The purpose of the article is to analyze the challenges that the country faces in the process of adapting national legislation to European standards in the field of advocacy, as well as to identify opportunities that this process can open up for Ukraine.

The article analyses the influence of military conflicts on climate change. The author argues that the relationship between military conflicts and climate change is bilateral: on the one hand, the cause of military conflicts may be climate changes; on the other hand, military conflicts have a negative inflyence on the environment, causing climate change.