The Ombudsman responded to the statements of the Volyn OTCC about the interference of lawyers in the mobilization processes. Lubinets stressed that according to the Constitution, everyone has the right to professional legal assistance, even under martial law.
The Verkhovna Rada may adopt a bill on the regulation of captured firearms. The document establishes the procedure for receiving, declaring and handling weapons by civilians during martial law.
The average coefficient of useful actions of the Verkhovna Rada of the 9th convocation is 68%, which is 11% higher than the previous convocation. The percentage of anti-reform deputies decreased to 17% at the 10th session.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider a bill banning religious organizations associated with the aggressor country. They will also consider the issue of social protection of the military and the deprivation of state awards for propaganda of the Russian Federation.
DTEK explains the impact of the heat wave on blackouts in Ukraine. Due to Russian shelling, 50% of hydroelectric power plants and 90% of thermal power plants were damaged, which complicates the operation of the power system in the face of increased consumption.
The Verkhovna Rada is preparing to adopt a bill on granting Ukrainian citizenship to foreigners serving in the Armed Forces and other security agencies. The draft law also provides for a simplified procedure for their family members.
“Dynamo and LNZ won strong-willed victories, while Oleksandriya topped the table. The matches were memorable for a quick goal, two penalties, and a scandal involving Kryvbas players.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs spoke about the penalties for using fake driver's licenses offered on social media and reminded that the only legal way to get a license is through a service center.
The Government of Ukraine has approved a regulation on the creation of the e-Consul system to automate consular services. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs was instructed to put the system into operation within the budget and with international assistance.
The Government has approved a draft law banning the use of software products from countries under sanctions. It is proposed to ban the distribution and use of such programs by legal entities in Ukraine.
The government introduced subsidies for farmers in the frontline areas: UAH 1,000 per hectare in the areas of possible hostilities and UAH 2,000 per hectare in the areas of active hostilities. Applications for support for the development of irrigation systems have also been accepted.
This year, the State Employment Center has issued 14. 5 thousand vouchers for training, 16 of which are for the sapper program. Last year, more than 18 thousand vouchers were issued for 124 specialties.
A law on the legalization of medical cannabis has come into force in Ukraine. It regulates the production and circulation of cannabis for the treatment of cancer and other diseases, as well as post-traumatic stress disorders.
Ukrainian Premier League third round matches preview. Analysis of the teams' chances, head-to-head statistics, bookmakers' odds and broadcast times on UPL TV.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released a video of the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region on August 6, 2024. The key success factors were preparation, surprise, morale, and information silence.
The head of the DIU outlined the priorities for the release of prisoners: seriously wounded, women, and Azovstal defenders. The strategy was presented at the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff.
The President introduced a draft law on social protection of the military participating in operations in Russia. The draft law provides for payments and preferences for those serving on the front line.
The President submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law on ratification of the Rome Statute of the ICC and amendments to the Criminal Code. It is proposed to increase liability for international crimes and add new articles.
The Verkhovna Rada's Law Enforcement Committee recommended the adoption of draft laws to deprive state awards for propaganda of the aggressor and to improve the procedure for handling weapons. This was done pursuant to the order of the President of Ukraine.
A Russian court has sentenced 33-year-old ballerina Ksenia Karelin to 12 years in prison for "high treason. " She was accused of transferring $50 to the Ukrainian foundation Razom for Ukraine from her American account.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider in the second reading a bill banning religious organizations associated with the aggressor country. The document provides for a ban on the activities of the Russian Orthodox Church in Ukraine and the propaganda of the "Russian world.
President Zelenskyy called on the Rada to convene immediately to consider defense legislation. The issues of trophy weapons, citizenship of foreigners in the legions, and the ban on the UOC-MP are expected to be considered.
About 160,000 employees of critical enterprises have booked through the Diia portal. The total number of booked employees is 770 thousand, with the highest number in Kyiv, Dnipro and Lviv regions.
The entry of the Ukrainian Armed Forces into the territory of the Russian Federation dealt a significant blow to Putin's reputation and showed the incapacity of the Russian authorities. This may affect Ukraine's position at the upcoming Peace Summit and the attitude of partners to Russia's “red lines.
In the evening, Russia struck Odesa with an Iskander-M missile from the territory of occupied Crimea. According to preliminary data, there was a hit, and the relevant services are working on the scene.
The President of Ukraine reported on the Armed Forces' advance in the Kursk region and work with partners on long-range weapons. Zelenskyy also thanked the military for strikes on Russian airfields.
Russian troops attacked a vehicle of the Hospitallers medical battalion in Bilyi Kolodyazh, Kharkiv region, with an FPV drone. One paramedic was killed and the other received moderate injuries.
The advisor to the head of the OP outlined the objectives of the operation: to cut off Russian logistics, push back artillery, show the weakness of the Russian leadership and move the war to the aggressor's territory. Ukraine is not planning an occupation, but only the destruction of military facilities.
Police provided security for Sofia Semchyshyn, the daughter of murdered linguist Iryna Farion. A suspect in Farion's murder was detained and taken into custody without bail.
The Verkhovna Rada may consider Zelensky's bill to deprive state awards for popularizing or propagandizing Russia or committing other illegal actions against Ukraine. It is proposed to deprive awards on the basis of a decision of the National Security and Defense Council, not just a court verdict.
