Verkhovna Rada
As reported by the head of the "Servant of the People" faction, on June 18, the Rada will meet to unblock the bill on army funding. The meeting was initiated by the Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Mykhailo Fedorov.
Former prosecutor Bronevytskyi stated that the EU requirements regarding NABU and SAPO are merely requests from the heads of these bodies. In reality, no official plan exists.
The Cabinet of Ministers proposes to increase fines and prison sentences for environmental pollution. Those found guilty of causing fatalities face up to ten years in prison.
The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced payments of up to 170 thousand hryvnias and motivational contracts for military personnel. New terms of service and conditions for discharge to the reserve have been defined.
Taras Kachka announced the readiness of a thousand-page plan for legislative adaptation. The documents contain clear steps for Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
The Ombudsman reported the illegal detention of people with disabilities at the Ternopil TCC. A supervisor of the mobilized individuals was found in a state of severe intoxication.
The EU has unanimously agreed to open the first negotiation cluster for Ukraine on June 15. Decisions regarding the other five areas will be made in June-July.
The Ministry of Health de-defers medical personnel upon the request of the Ministry of Defense through a quota distribution system. Doctors sign a one-year contract with a guaranteed return to their primary place of employment.
The Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine (ESBU) attempted to pass off old budget revenues as achievements for 2025, reporting 3. 8 billion UAH instead of 47 million UAH. Consequently, it is necessary to conduct an internal investigation within the agency and hold those responsible accountable.
Klymenko created a group to regulate the circulation of civilian weapons. Priorities will include rules for obtaining permits, as well as issues of responsibility and self-defense.
A Verkhovna Rada committee has supported a bill to regulate the use of electric scooters and monowheels. The document prohibits driving under the influence but does not require a driver's license.
There is a shortage of 270 billion hryvnias for the army and the reform of military salaries. Meanwhile, 40 billion from the Ministry of Defense budget was transferred to the Reserve Fund.
The CEC has registered Andriy Levus as an MP from European Solidarity, number 29 on the party list. He will assume his powers after taking the oath.
The Parliament has adopted a resolution to strengthen interaction with the government regarding EU accession. The Cabinet of Ministers is expected to report quarterly on the progress of negotiations and the adaptation of laws.
The ESBU has been accused of falsifying a report on the recovery of 3. 8 billion UAH in damages. Experts demand an investigation and the punishment of responsible officials.
Vyacheslav Belskyi, a People's Deputy of the II convocation, has passed away. He participated in the vote for the Constitution and served on the agrarian committee.
Social media sellers will be required to register as individual entrepreneurs (FOP) under the threat of heavy fines. Buying alcohol online will now require mandatory identification.
The ESBU has been accused of inflating budget damage recovery figures for 2025 from 47 million to 3. 8 billion UAH. The leadership faces a potential criminal case for falsifying the report.
The Parliament has set the base salary at 10 living wages. The new payment system will take effect on January 1, 2027.
The Parliament approved amendments to the 2026 budget, increasing spending on security and defense by UAH 1. 56 trillion. Additionally, UAH 559.1 million was allocated for energy needs.
The Parliament passed bill No. 15111-d, which reduces the Personal Income Tax (PIT) rate for real estate landlords. Now, instead of 18%, property owners will pay 5%.
Parliament passed a law on a unified declaration of integrity and family ties for judges. This will unlock over 300 million euros in financial aid from the European Union.
The Rada passed a law on railway safety to fulfill the requirements of the Ukraine Facility. The document implements European standards for certification and licensing.
The Rada has approved the taxation of income earned through online platforms at a rate of 10%. Services are expected to automatically report on users' earnings.
Due to alerts, the NMT in the Odesa region lasted 13 hours; children were not provided with access to water or food. Ombudsman Lubinets stated there was a violation of participants' rights and demands a response from the Ministry of Education and Science.
Shufrych, while under house arrest, participated remotely in a meeting of a Rada committee. He voted in favor of increasing penalties for crimes against children.
The Rada is set to vote today on the law regarding the taxation of electronic platforms. The updated text of the document was supported by business associations and IMF representatives.
Danylo Hetmantsev stated that the ESBU manipulated figures in its 2025 report. Instead of 3.8 billion hryvnias, only 47 million were actually returned.
The Verkhovna Rada proposes to punish TCC (Territorial Recruitment Center) employees for illegal detention and seizure of phones. Such actions could face from 5 to 12 years of imprisonment.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee approved an increase in defense spending by 1. 5 trillion UAH in 2026. The funds will be allocated to the Armed Forces of Ukraine and weaponry, thanks to a 90 billion euro EU loan.