Lilia Podolyak
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.
Russian troops attacked 11 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region 507 times in 24 hours. They carried out 4 air strikes, 323 UAV attacks, 3 MLRS attacks and 177 artillery attacks, and damaged infrastructure.
Kamala Harris's campaign raised $36 million in the day after Tim Walz was announced as the vice presidential candidate. This is one of the best fundraising days ever, showing the enthusiasm of Democrats for the choice.
The head of the UN Monitoring Mission reported mass torture of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Russia. In Ukraine, the treatment of Russian prisoners of war is different, and the UN mission has full access to them.
Russia has deployed two missile carriers to the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 8 Kalibr cruise missiles. There are two Russian ships in the Mediterranean, one of which is a Kalibr carrier with a total volley of up to 16 missiles.
A missile alert has been issued in Ukraine due to the takeoff of a Russian MiG-31K fighter jet. The Air Force urges not to ignore air raid warnings throughout the country.
According to CNN, Hezbollah may strike Israel regardless of Iran's intentions. The Lebanese group plans to attack in the coming days, outpacing Iran in its actions.
The White House confirms that it had no prior knowledge of the operation in Kursk region. The US plans to ask Ukraine about the details, but reaffirms Ukraine's right to self-defense against Russian aggression.
NASA has postponed the SpaceX flight to September due to problems with Boeing Starliner engines. Options for returning astronauts are being considered, including the use of a SpaceX capsule, which could delay their return until 2025.
Activists of the 'Yellow Ribbon' movement distributed pro-Ukrainian leaflets in public transport and near the embankment of occupied Yalta. The movement calls on new people to join the fight for freedom.