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Manual regulation of prices for medicines will lead to delays in the supply of imported drugs, their shortage and rise in price - Patients of Ukraine

“Patients of Ukraine warns about the risks of manual regulation of drug prices, which may cause delays in supplies and shortages. Experts suggest alternative solutions, including parallel imports.

Economy • February 19, 08:16 AM • 289171 views
Trump's special representative for Ukraine arrived in Kyiv

Keith Dayton, the U. S. President's Special Representative for Ukraine and Russia, has arrived in Kyiv. Details of the visit are not yet being disclosed.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:59 AM • 51604 views
The Russian army shelled 31 settlements in the Kherson region: seven were injured, including a child

Russian troops attacked Kherson region, injuring 7 people, including a child. 11 houses, infrastructure and transport were damaged, and two Shahed drones were shot down by air defense.

Society • February 19, 07:31 AM • 38585 views
US suspends consideration of immigration applications from Ukrainians allowed to enter under Biden-era programs - report

The Trump administration has temporarily frozen the processing of immigration applications from migrants from Ukraine and Latin America. The decision is related to checking potential fraud and security issues.

Society • February 19, 07:27 AM • 55620 views
“We must immediately restore order.” Trump orders firing of all Biden-era prosecutors

Donald Trump has instructed the US Department of Justice to fire all prosecutors from Biden's presidency. According to him, the department has become too politicized and was used as a weapon against him.

News of the World • February 19, 07:16 AM • 31778 views
Rubio says US won't lift sanctions on Russia until deal to end Ukraine war - Bloomberg

The United States will maintain sanctions against Russia until an agreement is reached to end the war in Ukraine. Secretary Rubio discussed this issue with European leaders after meeting with Russian representatives in Riyadh.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 06:30 AM • 80166 views
“Diplomatic war is over": Russian State Duma assesses the talks in Riyadh

The chairman of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs announces the end of the “diplomatic war” between the United States and Russia. The US Secretary of State announced that sanctions may be lifted after the conflict in Ukraine is resolved.

News of the World • February 18, 04:50 PM • 32293 views
A peace plan in three stages? Fox News published details of the agreement between the US and Russia

During the talks in Riyadh, the US and Russian delegations agreed on a three-stage peace plan. The plan envisages a ceasefire, elections in Ukraine, and the signing of a final agreement.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 04:13 PM • 35555 views
We have been waiting for two years, and finally we have: ARMA puts Russian shopping center “Flagman” on Prozorro

The Flagman shopping center in Ivano-Frankivsk has finally been put up for sale on Prozorro after 2 years under ARMA's management. The facility worth UAH 309.7 million belongs to Russian owners and is to be sold at an auction on February 25.

Economy • February 18, 04:06 PM • 157709 views
“It's worse than the Cold War": Danish Prime Minister delivers a dire warning to Parliament

Mette Frederiksen said that the current geopolitical situation is worse than the Cold War. Denmark plans to increase defense spending and expand the powers of the defense ministry.

Politics • February 18, 04:04 PM • 33303 views
Zhadan, Tregubova, Tata Kepler: Famous Ukrainians recite little-known poems Executed revival

Serhiy Zhadan, Akhtem Seitablaev, and other cultural figures joined the #unread_poems project. The initiative aims to revive the work of little-known poets who were killed in the 1920s and 30s.

Society • February 18, 03:48 PM • 46661 views
Two smoldering centers at Chornobyl NPP still not localized after Russian drone hit

Work continues at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant to localize two smoldering centers after a Russian drone hit. Damage to the outer cladding of the arch and supporting structures was detected, but the radiation background has not changed.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 02:54 PM • 23658 views
In just 5 minutes of the interview, Petro Poroshenko lied twice, justifying his London-based sons in evasion - the military

An Armed Forces soldier denied Poroshenko's claims about his son Oleksiy's service in Donbas and the legality of his stay abroad. Poroshenko's team paid a fine, recognizing his son as a draft dodger.

Politics • February 18, 02:46 PM • 23669 views
A cargo of cocaine worth $15 million was caught from the sea near Gdansk, Poland

A batch of cocaine worth $15 million was found in the Gulf of Gdansk. 7 locals were detained who were trying to smuggle about 100 kg of drugs from South America.

News of the World • February 18, 02:21 PM • 23845 views
Social taxi launched in Brovarska hromada

A social taxi for people with disabilities and other categories has been launched in the Brovary community. The service is available on weekdays from 8:00 to 20:00 by appointment.

Society • February 18, 02:15 PM • 25289 views
“Decisiveness deficit": Zelenskyy makes tough statement on EU policy

The OP adviser said that the EU needs only 0. 2% of GDP to close the gap in military spending with Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 02:02 PM • 29114 views
He saw a swan and rushed to it: rescuers pulled a dog out of icy water in Kyiv

On the Sobache Gyrylo Bay in Kyiv's Obolon district, a dog saw a swan, ran out onto the thin ice and fell into the water. Rescuers successfully rescued the animal and handed it over to its grateful owner.

Kyiv • February 18, 01:45 PM • 34060 views
It will take months to repair: Russia assesses the consequences of Ukrainian UAV strikes on an oil pumping station

Ukrainian UAVs caused serious damage to the Kropotkinskaya oil pumping station in Russia. Restoration will take up to 2 months, and oil pumping from Kazakhstan will be reduced by 30%.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 01:32 PM • 27382 views
Schools of Prykarpattia region switch to distance learning: the reason is given

Educational institutions in Ivano-Frankivsk region will switch to distance learning from February 19 to March 4 due to the increase in the incidence of SARS and influenza. Medical institutions in the region are introducing a “mask regime” and restricting patient visits.

Society • February 18, 01:30 PM • 22575 views
The situation is quite ambiguous: how new pharmaceutical market rules can affect the availability of medicines

Starting March 1, Ukraine will introduce new rules for regulating drug prices, including limiting the markup to 8%. Experts warn of possible closure of pharmacies and reduction of the range of medicines.

Economy • February 18, 01:11 PM • 28618 views
Russia is imposing its own narratives on the peace plan, “but it's a lie” - CPJ

The head of the Center for Public Advocacy said that Russia is trying to spread its own narratives about the peace talks. According to him, there can be no real plan without the participation of Ukraine and Europe.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 01:10 PM • 25407 views
FUIB's investments in sustainable development in 2024 reached UAH 341 million

FUIB allocated UAH 341 million for social projects in 2024. UAH 146 million was spent to support the Armed Forces, the rest - to help the wounded, education and inclusive projects.

Business News • February 18, 12:19 PM • 39249 views
Resumption of passport issuance to Ukrainian men abroad: how many citizens received documents

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has resumed issuing foreign passports and passports of a citizen of Ukraine for men aged 18-60 abroad. On the first day, nearly 1,700 foreign passports and more than 400 domestic passports were issued.

Society • February 18, 12:03 PM • 45812 views
The world is in a “new era of threats” - British Defense Minister

British Defense Secretary John Healey has announced the need for radical changes in the defense system due to a new era of threats.

News of the World • February 18, 11:49 AM • 24932 views
The issue of joining the EU is Ukraine's sovereign right - Kremlin

Peskov said that joining the EU is Ukraine's sovereign right, and Russia will not prevent it. At the same time, the Kremlin's position on Ukraine's accession to NATO remains negative.

Politics • February 18, 11:27 AM • 26070 views
Ombudsman: Elderly people were tied to beds with ropes and locked in rooms in a private boarding house

In the boarding house “Ray of Life”, people were found to be tied to their beds and locked in their rooms. Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets reported gross human rights violations and sent an appeal to the police.

Society • February 18, 11:13 AM • 46964 views
When will warming come to Ukraine: a forecast from a weather expert

Starting February 25, Ukraine is expected to experience a significant warming to +1-5 degrees, and then to +4-9 degrees. Until then, frosts with temperatures down to -19 degrees in the east will remain.

Society • February 18, 10:35 AM • 138040 views
NABU arranges provocations of bribes for top officials, exerting pressure on suspects - media

According to media reports, the NABU uses extra-procedural influence on defendants in criminal cases. The purpose of the pressure is to organize provocations of bribes for high-ranking officials.

Politics • February 18, 10:29 AM • 27833 views
The Kremlin says Putin is ready for talks with Zelensky, but there is a nuance

Putin is ready to negotiate with Zelensky, but with due regard to the “legal aspects of the legitimacy” of the Ukrainian president. Earlier, the Kremlin claimed that Ukraine does not have sovereignty and that future agreements are invalid.

Politics • February 18, 10:14 AM • 23146 views
Abolition of gold and silver medals in schools: what graduates will receive

Ukraine has canceled gold and silver medals for school graduates. Instead, excellent students will receive a certificate of secondary education with honors.

Society • February 18, 10:02 AM • 34163 views