Verkhovna Rada

The Rada voted to summon the head of the SBU, Vasyl Malyuk, to report on the SBU's surveillance of Bihus. info journalists.

The Verkhovna Rada Committee supported a draft law introduced by President Zelenskyy that, among other things, allows for the regulation of the issuance of Ukrainian passports to foreigners who defend Ukraine's independence.

The Ukrainian parliament will consider a new draft law on mobilization in the first reading on February 7.

The Ukrainian parliament has voted to extend martial law and general mobilization in the country for another 90 days due to the ongoing Russian invasion.

Parliament approved the extension of martial law in Ukraine until May 13, 2024.

Civil society organizations and media representatives are calling on the Verkhovna Rada to allow journalists to attend parliamentary sessions and communicate freely with MPs, arguing that such openness is essential for democracy and transparency.

The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Social Policy and Protection of Veterans' Rights has approved the resignation of Minister of Veterans' Affairs Yulia Laputina.

Ukrainian parliamentary committee supports extension of martial law and general mobilization.

The Ukrainian parliament will vote again to extend martial law and mobilization for another 90 days. In addition, a bill on a unified electronic register of persons liable for military service will be put to a second vote.

The Anti-Corruption Committee has recognized the new draft law on mobilization as containing corruption risks, as key provisions are unclear and leave too much power to officials.

Ukraine reached a record level of physical exports during the large-scale invasion in January 2024, exporting 12 million tons of products, only two million tons less than in pre-war January 2022.

In the event that a conflict of interest is found in Deputy Managing Director of the DGF Rudukha due to her work in banks that have been declared insolvent.

President Zelensky submitted draft laws to the Verkhovna Rada to extend martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine for 90 days from February 14.

The parliamentary committee wants to invite representatives of the Ministry of Defense to its meeting next week to clarify issues regarding the new draft law on mobilization, including the receipt of summonses through the electronic cabinet.

The sign language interpreter who adapted songs for the deaf at the national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest won over the audience, and some suggested that she be sent to represent Ukraine at the contest.

The Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine noted that modern and civilized approaches to strengthening the country's defense capabilities should be established for each period of "pre-service," "during service," and "post-service.

Additional funds of UAH 720 billion can be raised from Ukraine's domestic resources to cover the needs of military mobilisation, as funds from international partners cannot be spent on the needs of the Armed Forces. Currently, no decision has been made on the number of mobilised or the source of funding has not yet been decided.

The NSDC Secretary emphasized that the new draft law on mobilization in Ukraine should ensure fairness for all citizens, and that everyone has a duty to contribute to the defense of the state.

The Ukrainian government has limited the time that servicemen can stay abroad for treatment to 12 consecutive months.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a resolution creating a unified approach to the certification of mine action operators, laying the groundwork for digital certification.

A Verkhovna Rada committee has recommended the adoption of a bill that would allow customs clearance of cars through the Diia app to eliminate the human factor and reduce corruption.

Experts tell what's wrong with the Supreme Court.

The new uniform includes constructive elements that allow female servicewomen to feel comfortable while performing tasks in the field and at permanent locations.

Ukraine collects evidence of forced deportation of Ukrainian children to accuse Russia of genocide.

Ukraine's ombudsman said that World War III has already begun, and democratic countries like Ukraine are fighting against authoritarian regimes that support the Russian invasion.

The Committee recommended that the Parliament adopt as a basis the government's draft law No. 9256 on amendments to certain laws of Ukraine on the organization and conduct of gambling, which, in particular, provides for the liquidation of the Commission for Regulation of Gambling and Lotteries (CRGL).

How former banker Rudukha circumvented the law by concealing a conflict of interest.

Ukraine has abolished the Soviet type of settlement "urban-type settlement" and reclassified 881 such settlements as villages, according to a new law regulating administrative structure.

President Zelenskyy enacted the decision of the National Security and Defense Council to create a State Register of Sanctions to ensure public access to up-to-date information on all sanctioned persons.

The government has submitted an updated draft law on mobilization, which, in particular, introduces changes to the conscription age, military training and conscription for regular service. UNN correspondent Pavlo Bashynskyi found out and systematized what exactly the lawmakers propose.