Verkhovna Rada
The Verkhovna Rada has taken a step towards compensation of car insurance costs for combatants
The Verkhovna Rada has voted in favor of a bill to compensate for car insurance costs for combatants starting in 2025. The document provides for a 50% discount on insurance policies and special conditions for certain categories of citizens.
SBI confirms that it is investigating the case against former tax chief Tetyana Kiriyenko
The SBI is investigating former acting head of the State Tax Service, Tetyana Kiriyenko, for failing to comply with a court order. She faces up to 8 years in prison and a ban on holding certain positions.
Rada passes resolution on support for Zelensky and upcoming elections at second attempt
The Verkhovna Rada supported the resolution on democracy in Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression by 268 votes. The document confirms Zelenskyy's legitimacy and the impossibility of elections until peace is established.
Rada terminates the powers of MP Kormyshkina: who can take her place
The Verkhovna Rada has voted to terminate the powers of MP Iryna Kormyshkina. The next representatives of the Servant of the People party, Sverba, Melnyk or Paliychuk, may run for her seat.
State interference in the pharmaceutical market threatens the availability of medicines - Musiy
Former Health Minister Oleg Musiy warns of the risks of state regulation of the pharmaceutical market. The new restrictions could lead to the withdrawal of foreign manufacturers from Ukraine and a shortage of important drugs.
107 years ago: how the Trident became the national symbol of Ukraine
On February 25, 1918, the Ukrainian Central Rada approved the Trident as the emblem of the Ukrainian People's Republic. The decision was made in Korosten, when Kyiv was under the occupation of Bolshevik Russia.
Is the Ministry of Justice sabotaging the Yermak-McFaul sanctions group? The Verkhovna Rada calls on law enforcement to deal with the situation
The MP calls on law enforcement officers to investigate a scheme to withdraw about $3 million from Russia's Alfa-Bank to circumvent sanctions.
A draft resolution on the resignation of MP Iryna Kormyshkina was submitted to the Rada
A draft resolution on the early termination of the powers of MP Iryna Kormyshkina has been submitted to the Verkhovna Rada. Earlier, she was notified of suspicion of illicit enrichment and entering false information in her declaration.
MPs, government officials and diplomats pray for Ukraine in the Rada
The parliament held a meeting with government officials, international partners, and clergy to pray for Ukraine. Prime Minister Shmyhal noted the successes and unity of the Ukrainian people over the three years of full-scale war.
The Council supported the appeal to parliaments, governments and organizations dedicated to the anniversary of the war
The Verkhovna Rada adopted an appeal to parliaments, governments and international organizations on the third anniversary of the Russian invasion. 244 MPs supported the document with calls for military, economic assistance and promotion of European integration.
Economic expert: new regulation of the pharmaceutical market threatens to depart from the principles of market economy
Economist Andriy Novak warns of the risks of increased state regulation of the pharmaceutical market. The expert believes that restrictions on free competition may lead to an outflow of foreign companies from Ukraine.
Shrovetide, National Day of Prayer, World Bartender's Day: what else is celebrated on February 24
On February 24, Ukrainians celebrate Maslenitsa, a traditional winter farewell holiday, and the National Day of Prayer. The world also celebrates Bartender's Day and Information Architecture Day.
Zelensky: elections during the war are a blow to the country's security
The President said that the issue of elections is being actively raised by Russia and appears in discussions in the United States. Zelenskyy emphasized the impossibility of holding elections due to the security situation and the need to lift martial law.
It could be a turning point: Zelenskyy says Ukraine is preparing for summit with European leaders
Tomorrow, an important summit will take place in Kyiv with the participation of 13 offline and 24 online leaders, including the EU leadership. The event will be attended by 24 European Commissioners and will feature a Ukraine-Nordic-Baltic platform.
Stefanchuk: Ukraine is actively working on cluster preparation for EU accession
For the first time in the history of the EU, Ukraine has included the parliament as a negotiator in the accession process. The Verkhovna Rada is actively working on the preparation of clusters and is part of the negotiating groups on European integration.
U.S. will withhold any alleged reparations to Ukraine - lPR representative to rF
Rodion Miroshnyk said that the United States plans to “seize” Ukraine's profits to pay off its debts. He also expressed dissatisfaction with possible compensation to Kyiv for losses from the Russian invasion.
Lawyers demand full audit of NABU by domestic auditors
The Commission on Foreign Experts did not provide a report on the NABU audit, which was supposed to be ready by January. Lawyers demand a full audit of the Bureau's 9 years of work, not just the last few months.
New regulation of the pharmaceutical market may deprive 200 thousand Ukrainians of access to social programs for patients - professional business community
The new regulation of the pharmaceutical market may lead to the termination of social programs to support patients and increase in drug prices. The business community calls for regulating marketing agreements in line with European practices.
MP: New restrictions on the pharmaceutical market may lead to shortage of medicines and shadow market
Starting March 1, 2025, the government will set new restrictions on markups for all medicines. Experts warn of a possible shortage of drugs and the growth of the shadow market.
Tight regulation of the pharmaceutical market may create additional problems and provoke a rise in drug prices - economic expert Borys Kushniruk
Economist Borys Kushniruk has warned of the risks of the new law on pharmaceutical market regulation. A ban on discounts and restrictions on margins could lead to higher drug prices and a reduction in the range of products.
Podoliak: it is necessary to resume the programs of “military” aid from the United States
The OP adviser said that it is necessary to resume the US military aid programs. According to him, only the programs approved during Biden's term are currently in place, and there are no new ones yet.
Drug market in Ukraine may lose important drugs due to new restrictions - Tabletochki Foundation
The Tabletochki Foundation warns of the risks of administrative restrictions on drug prices. Restrictions may lead to the withdrawal of drugs from the market and the switch to less effective analogues.
Weapons deliveries from the US to Ukraine are ongoing - Venislavsky
Venislavsky, a member of the Verkhovna Rada's National Security Committee, denies that the supply of American weapons to Ukraine has been halted. At the same time, other MPs claim that arms sales have been suspended.
The Rada wants to ban the sale of energy products to minors
The Verkhovna Rada has registered a bill to ban the sale of energy drinks to minors. The document provides for new labeling requirements and restrictions on the sale of beverages with a high content of stimulants.
“Ukraine needs bullets, not ballots": Stefanchuk on the elections in Ukraine
The Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, said that elections in Ukraine will be held only after the end of martial law. According to him, holding elections during the war is against the law.
Zaluzhnyi on his possible participation in the elections: “The main thing now is to survive and preserve the state”
Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom Valeriy Zaluzhnyi commented on the possibility of his participation in the presidential election. He emphasized that the main task now is to survive and preserve the state.
Day of the State Emblem of Ukraine, World Whale and Dolphin Day: what else is celebrated on February 19
February 19 marks the Day of the State Emblem of Ukraine, World Whale and Dolphin Day, and International Tug of War Day. Each holiday has its own unique history and meaning.
In just 5 minutes of the interview, Petro Poroshenko lied twice, justifying his London-based sons in evasion - the military
An Armed Forces soldier denied Poroshenko's claims about his son Oleksiy's service in Donbas and the legality of his stay abroad. Poroshenko's team paid a fine, recognizing his son as a draft dodger.
Finger in the sky: Kornienko on the statement about the “holding” of elections on October 26
The first deputy chairman of the Verkhovna Rada denied the statements about holding elections on October 26. Elections are possible no earlier than six months after the lifting of martial law.
The situation is quite ambiguous: how new pharmaceutical market rules can affect the availability of medicines
Starting March 1, Ukraine will introduce new rules for regulating drug prices, including limiting the markup to 8%. Experts warn of possible closure of pharmacies and reduction of the range of medicines.