Today, July 25, final decisions are expected regarding the integration of basic general military training for students of higher education institutions from September 1. Deputy Minister of Education and Science Yevhen Kudriavets emphasized the importance of cooperation with students to understand the value of this training.
The Head of the Verkhovna Rada, Stefanchuk, announced a parliamentary session on July 31, 2025. It will consider the urgent presidential bill No. 13533 on strengthening the powers of NABU and SAPO, which will be proposed for adoption immediately as a basis and in its entirety.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the new bill on NABU and SAP provides for mandatory polygraph testing for employees who have relatives in Russia. This norm will apply to all law enforcement and anti-corruption bodies, including the National Police and the SBI, with a frequency of once every two years.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk confirmed the death of People's Deputy Yaroslav Rushchyshyn, a member of the "Holos" faction and secretary of the Committee on Economic Development. Earlier it was reported that Rushchyshyn died in a car accident.
According to parliamentarians, the Verkhovna Rada will consider bill No. 13533 on strengthening the powers of NABU and SAPO next week. An extraordinary meeting may take place on July 29-31, likely with a vote immediately for the basis and in general.
Yaroslav Rushchyshyn, People's Deputy of Ukraine, died in a car accident near the village of Babukhiv in Ivano-Frankivsk region. He lost control of his Harley-Davidson motorcycle and collided with a tractor.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed government officials to present the bill on strengthening the powers of NABU and SAPO to all partners and to engage expert capabilities. The bill provides for the return of old norms, mandatory polygraph for employees with access to state secrets, and a ban on travel abroad for NABU employees.
The Netherlands and 40 states have officially appealed to the OSCE, demanding an independent investigation into the torture of Ukrainian prisoners of war. This is happening within the framework of applying the so-called "Moscow Mechanism" of the OSCE.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted a draft law that restores the procedural powers and guarantees of independence of NABU and SAPO. NABU and SAPO called on the Verkhovna Rada to adopt this initiative as soon as possible to prevent threats to criminal proceedings.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted in the first reading draft laws on Defence City, which provide for tax and customs benefits for defense industry enterprises. However, the aviation industry may remain outside the regime due to strict criteria, which jeopardizes its potential and the country's defense capability.
Bill No. 13533 of the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy on strengthening the powers of NABU and SAPO will be considered by the parliament at the next plenary session. This document, in particular, amends the powers of NABU and SAPO, granting the Prosecutor General of Ukraine the right to give instructions and access to materials of pre-trial investigation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted a bill to the Verkhovna Rada aimed at strengthening the law enforcement system and the independence of anti-corruption bodies. The document also provides for protection against Russian influence.
An alternative bill on the activities of anti-corruption bodies in Ukraine has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy approved a bill that guarantees the strengthening of the law enforcement system, the independence of anti-corruption bodies, and protection from Russian influence. The document will be submitted to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
The document was signed by 48 deputies from various factions.
On July 23, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a number of personnel decisions, appointing five deputy ministers of digital transformation. The Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European Integration was also dismissed.
The government transferred powers to the Ministry of Energy to formulate policy in the field of managing the exclusion zone, Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant, and radioactive waste. Previously, these functions were performed by the liquidated Ministry of Environmental Protection.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved a draft law that provides for an increase in the one-time assistance for childbirth to UAH 50,000. The document also proposes an increase in financial support for pregnant women without work experience and the introduction of additional assistance for parents returning to work after the child's first year.
The Government of Ukraine met with G7 ambassadors to discuss anti-corruption policy. The President will submit a bill to strengthen the independence of anti-corruption bodies and prevent external influence.
Representatives of law enforcement and anti-corruption agencies will hold a meeting at the Prosecutor General's Office next week. This decision was made after a meeting with the President, where ways to strengthen the work of institutions and eliminate duplication of functions were discussed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to submit a bill to the Verkhovna Rada that will strengthen the law enforcement system and ensure the inevitability of punishment. This document will be a response to public demands and will take into account the proposals of law enforcement agency heads.
During a mission, a technical failure occurred in the Mirage-2000 fighter jet; the pilot successfully ejected, and his condition is satisfactory. Experts note the coordinated response of the Ukrainian aviation system and well-trained personnel, despite the age of the aircraft.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko explained that urgent searches are allowed only to preserve life, health, or in cases of treason, which is part of law No. 12414. This innovation is aimed at protecting businesses from abuses by law enforcement agencies.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko will hold a meeting with G7 ambassadors in August to discuss the Special Tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine. The Verkhovna Rada must adopt changes regarding in absentia proceedings and war crimes to harmonize legislation with the EU.
Vice Prime Minister Taras Kachka assured Gert Jan Koopman, Director-General of the European Commission's Directorate, of Ukraine's readiness for further legislative measures to comply with EU standards.
Work is underway on an expanded partial agreement on the establishment of a Special Tribunal for Russia's crimes of aggression. It is expected to begin its activities at the end of this year. The Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement between Ukraine and the Council of Europe on the establishment of this tribunal.
David Arakhamia refutes claims of dismantling anti-corruption infrastructure, emphasizing that bill 12414 does not provide for the liquidation of NABU, SAP, or NACP. He stresses that the Verkhovna Rada team consistently strengthens anti-corruption institutions, providing them with more powers and resources.
Preventive restructuring has been introduced in Ukraine, allowing companies facing financial difficulties to avoid bankruptcy. This mechanism, implemented from European law, enables the review of debts and negotiation with creditors.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the heads of law enforcement and anti-corruption agencies, including Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko, to discuss the work of the departments after the adoption of legislative changes. The participants agreed on a joint action plan to strengthen Ukraine and ensure justice.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, commented on President Zelenskyy's signing of law No. 12414, which regulates the activities of NABU and SAP. He emphasized that Ukraine will be saved by a strong military and institutions, and internal contradictions should be resolved through open dialogue.
