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Rada approves dismissal of Prosecutor General Kostin
02:07 PM • 13547 viewsPersonnel reshuffles took place in a number of VR committees: who moved and where
02:04 PM • 11792 viewsProsecutor General Kostin arrives in the Rada - MP
01:50 PM • 10953 viewsThe Verkhovna Rada has taken a step towards strengthening the liability of legal entities for corruption offenses
01:49 PM • 11340 viewsVerkhovna Rada approves new procedure for writing off military equipment: what will change for the Armed Forces
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03:59 PM • 43561 viewsRada adopts law on plea bargains: what awaits cooperators?
12:51 PM • 10653 viewsUkrainian military women will be provided with personal hygiene products and gynaecological examinations
12:40 PM • 11796 viewsThe Government has simplified the mechanism for paying compensation to people with disabilities: for whom and how
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11:43 AM • 12414 viewsUkrainians want changes in the anti-corruption system more than in customs - poll
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Ukrainians want changes in the anti-corruption system more than in customs - poll
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More than 160 thousand people are to be drafted into the Armed Forces - NSDC
11:24 AM • 102146 viewsRada adopts new decision on mobilization: what awaits Ukrainians
11:01 AM • 12754 viewsRada approves extension of martial law for 90 days
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09:46 AM • 10790 viewsParliamentary Law Enforcement Committee supports resignation of Prosecutor General
09:42 AM • 10905 viewsMP Oleg Makarov dies
08:10 AM • 12789 viewsCurrency exchange rates as of October 29: dollar and euro rise in value
07:55 AM • 13249 viewsVerkhovna Rada Committee supports another extension of martial law
October 28 2024, 06:19 PM • 24505 viewsBudget Committee rejects amendment to cancel 37% salary increase for prosecutors
October 28 2024, 05:40 PM • 33738 viewsVR Committee approves draft Budget 2025 for first reading: what has changed?
October 28 2024, 05:18 PM • 20400 viewsThe relevant committee will consider the motion to dismiss Kostin tomorrow or the day after tomorrowExclusive
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October 28 2024, 11:28 AM • 31295 viewsZelensky proposes to extend martial law and mobilization
October 28 2024, 09:00 AM • 14590 viewsZelensky submitted a motion to the Rada to dismiss Prosecutor General Kostin
October 28 2024, 08:50 AM • 13297 viewsUkraine switches to winter time on the night of October 27
October 26 2024, 12:25 PM • 24632 viewsTCC on the conflict in Kharkiv: a man did not show his documents and ran over the military
October 26 2024, 08:15 AM • 18646 viewsIn Kharkiv, TCC employees used force against a “deceased” man
October 25 2024, 02:09 PM • 12911 viewsSetting the clocks in Ukraine: somnologist tells how the seasonal transition affects UkrainiansExclusive
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October 25 2024, 11:21 AM • 14941 viewsRada approves dismissal of Prosecutor General Kostin
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has voted to dismiss Andriy Kostin from the post of Prosecutor General. The decision was supported by 255 MPs.
Personnel reshuffles took place in a number of VR committees: who moved and where
The Verkhovna Rada adopted Resolution No. 12161 on changes in the composition of committees, which was voted for by 243 MPs. The document provides for the relocation and promotion of 12 MPs in various committees.
Prosecutor General Kostin arrives in the Rada - MP
Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin came to the Verkhovna Rada to report on his work. Tomorrow or the day after, the relevant committee will consider the president's motion to dismiss him amid the MSEC scandal.
The Verkhovna Rada has taken a step towards strengthening the liability of legal entities for corruption offenses
The Verkhovna Rada has passed in the first reading the draft law No. 11443 on strengthening the liability of legal entities for corruption offenses. The document introduces criminal sanctions against companies for bribing foreign officials.
Verkhovna Rada approves new procedure for writing off military equipment: what will change for the Armed Forces
The Verkhovna Rada has passed in the first reading a draft law on a special procedure for writing off military property. Commanders of the Armed Forces will be able to write off drones and electronic warfare equipment with the approval of the Commander-in-Chief.
Rada adopts law on plea bargains: what awaits cooperators?
The Verkhovna Rada passed a law allowing for a reduction in prison sentences for cooperation with the investigation. The document provides for fines ranging from 20 thousand to 12 million NMDG and possible confiscation of property.
Ukrainian military women will be provided with personal hygiene products and gynaecological examinations
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for providing military personnel with hygiene products and medical examinations. Women will receive gynecological and mammological examinations, and men will receive urological examinations.
The Government has simplified the mechanism for paying compensation to people with disabilities: for whom and how
The Cabinet of Ministers has changed the procedure for paying compensation for self-purchased rehabilitation equipment for people with visual or hearing impairments. Now all that is required is a document from the MSEC or the Medical and Sanitary Commission confirming the disability.
NYT: Zelenskiy asks for Tomahawk missiles in his Victory Plan
Ukraine requests Tomahawk missiles with a range of over 2,400 kilometers from the United States as part of a “non-nuclear deterrence package. ” U.S. officials consider this request unrealistic due to limited stockpiles and lack of justification for use.
Ukrainians want changes in the anti-corruption system more than in customs - poll
According to a poll by Rating, 74% of Ukrainians named the fight against corruption as the most important reform, while only 10% considered customs a priority. 84% of respondents are dissatisfied with the current results of anti-corruption reform.
More than 160 thousand people are to be drafted into the Armed Forces - NSDC
The NSDC announced plans to draft more than 160,000 people into the Armed Forces to man up to 85% of military units. The Council extended the mobilization until February 2025.
Rada adopts new decision on mobilization: what awaits Ukrainians
The Verkhovna Rada voted to extend the general mobilization for 90 days until February 7, 2025. The decision was supported by 304 MPs.
Rada approves extension of martial law for 90 days
The Verkhovna Rada has voted to extend martial law in Ukraine for 90 days, until February 7, 2025. The decision was supported by 311 MPs on the proposal of President Zelenskyy.
Poll: Ukrainians view tax hikes and government actions critically, yet remain hopeful for victory
Ukrainians view tax hikes and government actions critically, yet remain hopeful for victory, according to a poll.
Parliamentary Law Enforcement Committee supports resignation of Prosecutor General
The Law Enforcement Committee of the Verkhovna Rada supported the resignation of Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin by 14 votes. The reason for the resignation was the scandal with the Medicolegal Expert Commission, and the Prosecutor General's Office has already decided on a new Prosecutor General.
MP Oleg Makarov dies
Oleh Makarov, Member of Parliament of Ukraine of the IX convocation, has passed away. He was the secretary of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Legal Policy and a member of the Ukrainian Bar Association's Ethics Commission.
Currency exchange rates as of October 29: dollar and euro rise in value
The NBU has set the official exchange rate at 41. 3292 UAH/USD and 44.69 UAH/€. On the interbank market, the dollar is trading at UAH 41.4-41.42, and in exchange offices at UAH 41.55-41.65.
Verkhovna Rada Committee supports another extension of martial law
The Verkhovna Rada's National Security Committee has approved bills to extend martial law and mobilization for 90 days. The regimes will be in effect from November 10, 2024, to February 7, 2025.
Budget Committee rejects amendment to cancel 37% salary increase for prosecutors
The Verkhovna Rada Budget Committee did not support the amendments to cancel the UAH 3 billion salary increase for prosecutors. The decision was made with 14 votes in favor, 4 abstentions and 1 against.
VR Committee approves draft Budget 2025 for first reading: what has changed?
The Verkhovna Rada Budget Committee has supported the draft State Budget for 2025 for the first reading. Among the changes are the exclusion of the Road Fund and the abolition of cashback funds, and MPs submitted 2098 amendments.
The relevant committee will consider the motion to dismiss Kostin tomorrow or the day after tomorrow
The Committee on Law Enforcement will consider the President's motion to dismiss Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin. A decision is expected tomorrow or the day after, after which the issue will be put to a vote in the Verkhovna Rada.
Expert: Russian propaganda uses scandals with Ukrainian officials to undermine the West's trust in Ukraine
The expert explained how russian propaganda uses corruption scandals to undermine the West's trust in Ukraine. Cases against officials have a negative impact on international aid and the image of the state.
Ukraine became the 179th member of the International Fund for Rural Development - what does it mean
Ukraine has joined the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a specialized UN agency. Ukrainian farmers will have access to preferential financing, grants and international tenders.
Zelensky proposes to extend martial law and mobilization
The President has submitted two draft laws to the Verkhovna Rada to extend martial law and general mobilization. The documents provide for the extension of both regimes for 90 days from November 10, 2024.
Zelensky submitted a motion to the Rada to dismiss Prosecutor General Kostin
The President of Ukraine has submitted a draft resolution to the Verkhovna Rada to dismiss Andriy Kostin from the post of Prosecutor General. The document was registered under number 12153 after Kostin announced his resignation on October 22.
Ukraine switches to winter time on the night of October 27
On October 27, at 4:00 am, Ukrainians will set their clocks back an hour. Although the Rada has passed a law abolishing the time change, the president is not planning to sign it.
TCC on the conflict in Kharkiv: a man did not show his documents and ran over the military
In Kharkiv, a driver refused to show his military registration documents and ran over three members of the TCC with his car. The offender was detained, and the victims are being provided with medical care.
In Kharkiv, TCC employees used force against a “deceased” man
The Ombudsman is investigating an incident involving the use of special means by TCC officers against a man who was mistakenly recognized as dead. At the checkpoint, the man was stopped and allegedly pepper-sprayed and hit while trying to escape.
Setting the clocks in Ukraine: somnologist tells how the seasonal transition affects Ukrainians
On the night of October 27, Ukrainians will set their clocks back one hour. Somnologists say that “winter” time is more natural for the human body, although adaptation can take up to 48 hours.
Government launches an experiment with rental subsidies for IDPs: who can apply
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a project to provide rental subsidies to IDPs in 9 regions of Ukraine. The social standard for the area is 13.65 square meters per person, and the basic rate of mandatory payment is 30% of income.