Kaja Kallas reported on intelligence forecasts of possible Russian aggression against the EU in 3-5 years.
A bail of UAH 5 million was set for Brigadier General Halushkin in the case of improper defense of Kharkiv region in 2024. He is one of three suspected military commanders in the case.
The NABU and the SAPO detained Leonid Dubinsky, suspected of organizing a scheme to embezzle UAH 129 million for the restoration of a water supply system. The suspect overstated the cost of pipe products by three times through a shell company.
The organizers of the Golden Raspberry anti-award have announced the nominees for the 45th ceremony. The movie “Joker: Madness for Two” received 7 nominations, and the award ceremony will take place on March 1.
In 2025, the MFA will launch the e-Consul system to simplify consular services abroad. The innovations include automated notarial services, courier delivery of passports, and registration of children's births.
In December 2024, Ukrainians deposited a record-breaking UAH 19. 4 billion to their gambling accounts. This is significantly higher than the monthly average of UAH 12.7 billion in January-November 2024.
The Minister of Finance is in favor of disclosing banking secrecy to the tax service. Experts warn about the risks of outflow of funds from banks and violation of international conventions.
The NBU has set the official exchange rate at 42. 17 UAH/USD, up 1 kopeck from the previous rate. In banks and exchange offices, the dollar can be purchased for UAH 42.40-42.60, and the euro for UAH 44.00-44.20.
The German Chancellor commented on Elon Musk's gesture at Trump's rally, emphasizing his rejection of extreme right-wing positions. Musk later said he was tired of accusations of Nazism.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced successful first talks with Donald Trump at the Davos Forum. Scholz emphasized the importance of the United States as Germany's closest ally outside of Europe.
The German chancellor said his opponents are deceiving the German people on the issue of funding aid to Ukraine.
Melania Trump's image at the US presidential inauguration caused a wave of memes on social media due to her unusual costume and hat. Users compare her outfit to a floor lamp, Assassin, and the Black Cloak.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has conducted a series of dismissals of senior officials in ministries and agencies. New heads have already been appointed to some of the vacated positions, including in the Ministry of Regional Development and the State Tourism Agency.
The expert explained the absence of a mention of Ukraine in Trump's first speech and his intentions regarding the war. According to him, the new US president will seek to become a peacemaker and look for ways to end the conflict.
The Government has approved a new procedure for the formation of state reserves and an algorithm for conducting procurement audits.
The government has approved an updated mechanism for accepting and accounting for fortifications in the frontline areas. Within a month, all defense installations are to be transferred to the Ministry of Defense.
More than 12 million Ukrainians have applied for thousands of hryvnias under the Winter eSupport program. 11.5 million have already received payments, including 3.3 million in 2025.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 42. 1551 UAH/USD, up 3 kopecks from the previous one. In banks, a dollar can be bought for UAH 42.60 and a euro for UAH 44.00.
Putin congratulated Trump on his inauguration and expressed readiness for dialogue with the new US administration. russia will insist on Ukraine's neutral status and limiting its military ties with NATO.
The Reserve+ service will resume the function of issuing deferments for undergraduate and graduate students from January 22. The decision was made after numerous requests and successful testing of data exchange with the Ministry of Education.
Trump plans to reinstate the federal death penalty and cancel diversity initiatives on his first day in office. He will also require biological sex to be indicated in US passports.
Beijing expresses concern about Trump's possible return to the presidency due to his unpredictable policies. China is preparing for potential trade conflicts, despite statements of cooperation.
European Commissioner Stefan Sejourne said that a trade war with the US would make it impossible to achieve NATO's new defense spending targets. Trump is demanding an increase in spending to 5% of GDP, while the EU cannot exceed 3% due to budgetary constraints.
Instagram announced a new free app called Edits for video editing with features like subtitles, filters, and analytics. The launch is planned for February-March 2024, and pre-orders are already available for iOS.
China reduced its imports of Russian coal by 7% in 2024, increasing purchases from Australia by 59%. China's total coal imports reached a record 547.2 million tons, accounting for 41% of the world total.
The Holosiivskyi District Court of Kyiv will consider the case of two suspects in the attempted murder of Serhii Dubrov. The hearing on the selection of a preventive measure will take place on January 21 at 10:30.
Today is the inauguration of Donald Trump, after which he plans to sign about 100 executive orders. The EU is preparing for potential changes in trade, climate policy, and its position on Ukraine.
The SBU (Security Service of Ukraine) has detained the former Deputy Minister of Social Policy, Borys Lebedtsov, on suspicion of causing 24 million hryvnia in damages to the state. The official concluded an unauthorized agreement for the purchase of computers without proper approvals.
On January 20, the International Day of Acceptance, Penguin Day, and Video Camera Day are celebrated. Believers also honor the memory of St. Eutymius the Great, known for his asceticism.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported the concentration of the best Russian units in the Pokrovsk sector. According to him, the enemy's losses are many times higher than Ukraine's.
