Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
As a result of the Russian Federation's massive attack on Kyiv and the region, fires broke out at two Silpo distribution centers. Six employees were killed; the number of injured is being уточнено.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi reported urgent meetings with businesses to ensure the operation of logistics following Russian attacks. "Epicentr" and "Nova Poshta" came under attack; there were fatalities and injuries.
The Cabinet of Ministers has still not approved the procedure for issuing certificates worth UAH 150,000 for contract soldiers. The Ministry of Finance explains the delay by the need for UAH 27.5 billion and the budget deficit.
Andy Burnham, who became Prime Minister on July 20, has gone on vacation with his family but will remain in contact with the government. This has drawn criticism from the Reform party.
The Cabinet of Ministers appointed Mykola Shvydkyi as Deputy Minister of Defense. His main task will be to strengthen the interaction of the Ministry of Defense with the military.
The Ministry of Defense has set a deadline of August 10 for submitting documents to confirm the status of critically important enterprises. For most, a simplified procedure applies, while BRAVE1 grant recipients undergo full re-confirmation.
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted changes that allow conscripts to re-register a deferment on a different basis without losing its validity. The old deferment remains in effect until the new application is reviewed.
In June 2026, the average salary in state bodies of Ukraine amounted to 66. 84 thousand UAH, which is 7 thousand UAH more than last year. Judicial remuneration in higher courts ranged from 197.8 to 446.7 thousand UAH.
Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov will not join street actions in his support, but does not condemn the protesters. He does not plan to go into opposition to Zelenskyy during the war.
President Zelenskyy reported on the discussion of logistical challenges and Russian strikes on Odesa at a meeting of the Staff. He expects the government to provide a list of measures to diversify export routes.
The President appointed Oleh Fedoriv as head of the SBU Center "A" and Olena Voronova as head of the Personnel Management Department. New heads of the SBU Main Directorates in the regions were also appointed.
The State Property Fund will hold auctions for the privatization of four assets in October, including sanctioned assets. The proceeds from the sale will be directed toward defense and the elimination of the consequences of aggression.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the updated charter of Energoatom, which provides for a reboot of the management system. Prime Minister Koretsky announced the formation of a new top management without delays.
The government approved a draft law on canceling the VAT exemption for imported goods up to 150 euros. The new rules may come into effect no earlier than 2027, and gifts up to 45 euros will not be taxed.
The government allocated UAH 419 million for salaries for the military administrations of Sumy, Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, Kherson, and Chernihiv regions. It also instructed to prepare a decision on the special status of workers in frontline regions.
The Cabinet of Ministers appointed Liubov Galan and Serhii Boiev as deputy ministers of defense. Boiev became deputy for European integration.
The spokesperson for the President of Poland stated that Prime Minister Tusk and his ministers have the tools to counteract violence. He called on the government to get to work instead of playing political games.
The Cabinet of Ministers will allocate an additional 70 million hryvnias from the reserve fund for anti-drone protection of streets and roads in Sumy. Prime Minister Serhiy Koretskyi stated that the work must be completed as soon as possible.
The Ministry for Restoration is preparing legislative changes to regulate the taxi market, where over 95% is in the shadows. It is planned to simplify the legal work of drivers and strengthen transport safety requirements.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Serhiy Koretsky made his first working trip as head of the Cabinet of Ministers - to Sumy region. The head of government discussed the region's preparation for the winter period, implementation of the resilience plan, as well as the current needs of the military and communities.
A group of deputies has registered a bill to preserve the NMT model with four subjects in 2027. The document also provides for the cancellation of the state final certification for the next year.
SAP and NABU exposed the former head of the territorial department of the Military Law Enforcement Service of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for extorting $2. 2 million and real estate for facilitating construction. The official planned to transfer part of the funds to members of the Cabinet of Ministers.
New Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky held a meeting with the financial and economic bloc. Priority steps have been identified to fulfill international commitments and maintain macro-financial stability.
The administration of U. S. President Donald Trump has informed Congress that it will not complete the spending of $400 million authorized for aid to Ukraine until the 2029 fiscal year. Congress criticizes the Pentagon for an extremely slow spending schedule.
The Cabinet of Ministers re-approved the draft of the new Customs Code and submitted it to the Verkhovna Rada. The document is key for adapting Ukrainian legislation to EU standards.
The Cabinet of Ministers instructed the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Finance to prepare a mechanism for state support of the book publishing industry, which is suffering losses due to Russian shelling. In July, 1.5 million books were destroyed, with damages amounting to hundreds of millions of hryvnias.
The National Researcher System of Ukraine has received over 13 thousand applications for scholarships. The 2,650 best scientists will receive 10 thousand hryvnias monthly for two years.
In France, fires threaten Bordeaux, 220,000 people evacuated. In Spain, over 75,000 people have left their homes, 150,000 hectares have burned since January.
TCC must store video recordings from body cameras for 90 days, their shutdown during mobilization measures is prohibited.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Serhiy Koretskyi met with EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso. The parties discussed financial support in energy, transport, and restoration of critical infrastructure.