Minister of Education Oksen Lisovyi announced that teachers in six communities did not receive their salary supplements due to technical reasons. The problem will be resolved at the community level in the near future.
Ukraine and its partners are searching for Soviet-type power plants in Eastern Europe. This will allow them to obtain equipment for replacement at Ukrainian facilities.
The parliament is working on restoring open competitions for public positions, which were canceled due to martial law. This issue is relevant for obtaining 50 billion euros from the EU and preventing corruption.
Vladyslav Heraskevych's expedited lawsuit against the IOC and IBSF has concluded. Legal arguments have been presented, and now it is up to the arbitrator to decide.
Minister of Social Policy Denys Uliutin stated that a pension of 6,000 hryvnias will be available after a comprehensive pension reform. The draft law provides for a guaranteed basic old-age payment, which cannot be lower than 6,000 hryvnias.
38 Verkhovna Rada deputies have fallen ill with an infection, as reported by Halyna Tretyakova. The cause of the mass health deterioration could be rotavirus.
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified by the IOC, has been invited to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. This occurred after the athlete was supposed to compete in the 2026 Olympics wearing a "helmet of remembrance."
To check all existing versions and find the real reason why the people's deputies fell ill, the sick must submit tests.
The working group of the Verkhovna Rada is preparing a basic document on the organization of the electoral process during the war. First Deputy Speaker Oleksandr Kornienko stated that it would be ready in the coming weeks.
The Command of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine commented on the integration of international units, noting that they are being transformed to enhance capabilities. Integration into effective units increases their level and provides access to resources.
There are currently several working theories – from an outbreak of acute respiratory viral diseases in the Verkhovna Rada to food poisoning.
People's Deputy Mykola Tyshchenko stated that the empty session hall and the inability to consider issues are related to the poisoning of fellow MPs. Yaroslav Zheleznyak confirmed that on February 12, the Rada did not consider any issues due to a lack of votes, partly due to the poisoning of deputies.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a resolution that allows for faster and more effective sale of confiscated assets. Funds from the sale will be directed to the Fund for the Elimination of the Consequences of Armed Aggression.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine did not consider any issue on February 12 due to a lack of votes. The deputies completed work on agenda items until February 24.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a bill that grants a 12-month deferment from mobilization to persons aged 18-24. This applies to those who served under contract during martial law.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted in principle draft law No. 13715 on the support and development of innovative activities, aimed at the development of innovative ecosystems. The document is intended to update the legal framework for supporting innovation, form a modern institutional model, and ensure cooperation between the state, business, science, and education.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree allowing Ukrainians aged 60 and over to serve in the military under contract. The first contract is concluded for 1 year, with the possibility of extension, provided that the person is fit for health reasons and with the consent of the commander.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted draft law No. 13219, aimed at improving competitive conditions for electricity generation from renewable sources. The document contributes to reducing dependence on fossil fuels and developing domestic production of "green" energy.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted draft law No. 12353, which regulates the mandatory evacuation of the population, including children, from areas of active and potential hostilities. The decision on evacuation is made at the suggestion of the military command.
The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has begun preparing the Budget Declaration for 2027-2029. This document will form the basis for the preparation of the draft law on the State Budget of Ukraine for 2027.
The President of Ukraine signed a law that grants temporary residence permits and additional medical guarantees to foreigners and stateless persons serving under contract. The document also allows them to receive social services.
The number of appeals regarding the actions of the TCC and SP has increased 333 times since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. This indicates systemic problems with human rights observance during mobilization.
Defence City has officially launched in Ukraine, offering tax benefits and simplified procedures for defense enterprises. The first resident is a drone manufacturer, but experts point to risks and the need to refine the regime.
In Kyiv region, a poacher killed the noble deer Rooney, the largest in Ukraine by antler size, listed in the Book of Records of Ukraine. This crime was a blow to Ukrainian deer farming and its unique gene pool.
The Verkhovna Rada may adopt a draft law on a 12-month deferment from re-mobilization for military personnel aged 18-24 who have served one year under contract. The document may be adopted during the next plenary week.
Draft law No. 14394, which allowed marriage from the age of 14 under certain conditions, has been withdrawn after public discussions. The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, confirmed the removal of the amendment.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk clarified the situation regarding the draft law on the alleged lowering of the marriage age to 14. The norm was removed from the draft due to ambiguous public perception.
Dmytro Lubinets and Tatyana Moskalkova held a meeting, exchanging letters from prisoners of war. They agreed on the delivery of humanitarian parcels for all prisoners.
The government approved the Ministry of Defense's bill, which guarantees social and legal protection for foreign volunteers. The document will provide access to medical services on par with Ukrainian military personnel.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to extend the deadline for physical identification for pensioners until July 2026. This decision was made due to long queues and the suspension of payments for some citizens.
