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Ilya Novikov, Petro Poroshenko's personal lawyer, received a mobilization reservation through the Zorya Podillya agricultural firm. The firm is affiliated with the Poroshenko family and actively submits lists of employees for booking.
58 craft producers from Odesa region presented their products at the forum as part of the Made in Ukraine program. The event became a platform for cooperation and discussion of prospects for the development of craft business in the region.
Former deputy head of the Prosecutor General's Office Andriy Smirnov said that NABU detectives and SAPO prosecutors had purchased luxury assets at low prices by registering them in their relatives' names. He also criticized the NABU report and called the heads of the anti-corruption agencies 'random'.
The NABU director announced preparations for an independent audit of the bureau. International partners submitted to the Cabinet of Ministers a list of candidates for the commission that will review the activities of anti-corruption officials.
Yelena Duma accuses the Prosecutor General's Office of not selling Medvedchuk's yacht. Experts suggest that the delay in the sale could have been motivated by financial rewards.
The head of the Association of Energy Auditors of Ukraine advises residents of apartment buildings to participate in programs for the purchase of alternative energy sources. This will help to meet the needs for heat and water supply during possible outages.
The village of Melnyky hosted the largest peony planting during the Kruty Zamys festival. The initiative is aimed at developing tourism and supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine by uniting the community and business.
NABU Director Semen Kryvonos approved the conclusion of an internal investigation into possible pressure on whistleblowers. Violations were recorded, and the conclusion was submitted to the disciplinary commission.
The NABU intends to question more than a thousand ATO soldiers in the case of ex-Minister Solsky, despite their participation in the fighting. Expert examinations and court rulings cast doubt on the validity of NABU's suspicions of illegal land acquisition.
The NABU director continues to insist on creating an expert institution at the bureau, despite the warnings of foreign partners.
Bread producers in Ukraine are warning of possible disruptions and a 15-20% rise in product prices. The reasons: a 50% rise in flour prices, higher prices for other ingredients and electricity.
Delays in the sale of Medvedchuk's yacht: is it possible that the head of the ARMA is supporting pro-Russian forces?.
Ukraine will fulfill the IMF's requirements to receive financial assistance, says economist Andriy Novak. Among the requirements are changes to the legislation on an open competition for the position of the DGF director by spring 2025.
The case against Zyma, the National Bank's chief lawyer, may become a flagship in the fight against corruption or a major obstacle to investment.
The history of Gulliver's loan is an example of how large investment projects can face financial difficulties, but with the right and appropriate strategy and support from lenders, they can stabilize their position and continue to develop.
Experts predict possible power outages in the winter. Brovary is actively preparing by installing solar panels on hospitals and autonomous power supply for traffic lights, as well as compensating for the purchase of generators for residents.
The state-owned enterprises of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences, which initiated the case against former Minister Solsky, have lost almost half of their land since independence. This has greatly complicated the NABU's investigation, as it is difficult to establish who owns the land.
Economist Vasyl Povoroznyk believes that the NBU is ready to gradually liberalize restrictions. This could solve problems with the conversion of foreign currency loans and revive economic activity.
Affected by the aggressor's air attacks will be able to participate in the Vadym Stolar Foundation's Restore project.
The IMF requires an open competition for the position of the DGF director, but the authorities can appoint the head in a closed mode. Experts warn that ignoring the IMF's requirements could lead to the loss of critical financial assistance.
Law enforcers do not like to investigate economic crimes, says the former judge.
Political analyst Viktor Bobirenko believes that the delay in the sale of Medvedchuk's yacht by ARMA head Olena Duma cannot be simple negligence. The expert suggests that such actions could be motivated by financial rewards.
The security expert believes that the director of the NBU's legal department, Zyma, should be suspended for the duration of the investigation. He called corruption an incurable disease in Ukraine that requires decisive action.
Bulgaria's Cabinet of Ministers has authorized the military to participate in NATO's training operation in Ukraine. This decision demonstrates support for Ukraine and the strengthening of allied solidarity in NATO.
Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 587,510 personnel and 8,431 tanks.
Russian troops shelled 17 settlements in Kherson region, injuring 8 people. Critical infrastructure, an educational institution, administrative buildings, a catering facility, and 20 residential buildings were damaged.
Iran asked Egyptian airlines to avoid its airspace for 3 hours on Thursday due to military exercises. Egypt's Civil Aviation Ministry confirmed the ban, but an Iranian official denied the report.
At night, an enemy missile and a reconnaissance drone were destroyed over Dnipro region. The aggressor continues shelling Nikopol region, a 12-year-old boy was injured and two private houses were damaged.
A Robinson helicopter was found lying on its side near the Maly Semyachik volcano in Kamchatka. An investigation into the accident has been launched, and the causes and circumstances are being established.
On August 8, Kyiv is expected to have comfortable weather without precipitation, up to +26°. Across Ukraine, the temperature will range from +25° to +32°, with partly cloudy skies and light rains possible in most regions.