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Pyshnyi on 50% taxation of banks: I hope it won't happen again

Andriy Pyshnyi expressed hope that the 50% bank profit tax will not be reintroduced. According to him, banks are already paying a higher rate of 25%, and retrospective taxation harms investment attractiveness.

Economy • February 13, 08:55 PM • 102002 views

The NBU is ready to regulate virtual assets: what does Pyshnyi propose

The National Bank of Ukraine is ready to assume part of the responsibility for regulating the virtual asset market. The NBU will work to ensure that the market functions without the risk of uncontrolled regulatory arbitrage.

Economy • February 13, 04:04 PM • 29639 views

Zelensky visited KhNPP and heard about the protection of critical infrastructure and nuclear power plants

The President visited Khmelnytsky NPP and discussed the prospects for the development of nuclear energy. It is planned to complete two power units at a cost of half a billion euros, which will add 2 GW of capacity.

Economy • February 13, 03:11 PM • 33386 views

Zelensky enacted the NSDC decision to reduce drug prices: what will change from March

The President enacted the National Security and Defense Council's decision to reduce drug prices by 30% starting March 1, 2025. The Cabinet of Ministers is to set new marginal markups for medicines and expand the list of drugs under the reimbursement program.

Economy • February 13, 09:28 AM • 40366 views

There was a scuffle in the Verkhovna Rada, the session was closed

In the Verkhovna Rada, there was a scuffle after the deputies with the banners "Ukraine is not russia" blocked the podium. The session was closed a few minutes after it opened.

Politics • February 13, 08:29 AM • 32335 views

Transparency International Ukraine on ARMA reform: important step, but there are corruption risks

Transparency International Ukraine has identified serious shortcomings in the draft law on ARMA reform after the first reading. Experts emphasize the need to finalize the document for effective management of seized assets.

Politics • February 12, 03:54 PM • 273263 views

Only 7% of students from occupied territories study in Ukrainian schools online - Lubinets

About 600,000 school-age children live in the temporarily occupied territories, of whom only 44,000 study online in Ukrainian schools. In 2024, more than 11 thousand applicants from TOT entered Ukrainian universities.

Society • February 12, 02:06 PM • 27949 views

Violence in a boarding school in Lviv region: the Ombudsman told about the stage of the investigation

In the Lviv region, an investigation is underway into violations of children's rights at the Velykolyubinsky Educational and Rehabilitation Center. A special commission was created and personnel changes were made after reports of possible violence by the director of the institution.

Society • February 12, 01:23 PM • 34322 views

Lubinets explains how he sees education in the occupied territories

Dmytro Lubinets called for the preservation of distance education for children in the occupied territories. The Ombudsman also initiates the creation of a single information portal for students from the TOT.

Society • February 12, 12:25 PM • 25109 views

Rada adopts law on simplified registration of medicines: what will change for Ukrainians

The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law on simplified drug registration and transparent pricing. The new rules provide for price control of medicines and simplified registration of drugs from the EU, the UK and the US.

Politics • February 12, 11:59 AM • 66329 views

Lubinets says government still has no strategy to support IDPs

Dmytro Lubinets said that the government has no clear strategy for protecting IDPs. Ministries cannot identify those responsible, and payments to IDPs are delayed due to bureaucratic problems.

Society • February 12, 11:53 AM • 22302 views

Whether prisoner exchanges have become systematic: Lubinets assesses the situation

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets assessed whether there are grounds to talk about the systematic nature of prisoner exchanges with Russia. Two exchanges have already taken place this year, but more time is needed to draw final conclusions.

Society • February 12, 11:15 AM • 25763 views

Rada has passed a new law on state secrets: what will change

The Verkhovna Rada supported bill No. 11394 on state secrets with 290 votes. The document provides for the classification of information on the protection and material and technical support of critical infrastructure facilities.

Politics • February 12, 10:59 AM • 44491 views

The Rada has established a National Day of Prayer

The Parliament of Ukraine has established a National Day of Prayer. According to the decision of the Verkhovna Rada, it will be celebrated annually on February 24.

Society • February 12, 10:46 AM • 114302 views

Rada supported the ARMA reform: what is proposed to be changed

The Verkhovna Rada supported the bill on the ARMA reform with 233 votes. The document provides for an independent selection of the head and improvement of the management of seized assets with the involvement of professional managers.

Economy • February 12, 09:58 AM • 113284 views

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SBI investigates case against former head of the State Tax Service Tetiana Kiriyenko, she may face up to 8 years in prison

The SBI opened a criminal investigation against former acting head of the State Tax Service Tetiana Kiriyenko for failing to comply with a court decision. She faces up to 8 years in prison for refusing to be reinstated as head of the State Tax Service in Khmelnytsky region.

Crimes and emergencies • February 12, 09:53 AM • 111472 views

The deadline for passing the military medical commission (MMC) for those deemed "partially fit" has been postponed to June 5

The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law extending the term of the military medical commission until June 5, 2025. 313 deputies voted for the bill.

Society • February 12, 09:14 AM • 107065 views

It will generate more than 2 GW of electricity for Ukraine: Zelensky on completion of Khmelnytskyi NPP units

The Verkhovna Rada has passed a bill to complete the completion of Khmelnytsky NPP Units 3 and 4. This will generate an additional 2 gigawatts of electricity and eliminate electricity imports in winter.

Economy • February 11, 06:47 PM • 33712 views

Ukraine may receive two nuclear units in record time - Kolisnyk

The third power unit of Khmelnytsky NPP is 80% complete, and the fourth is 25% complete. The completion of two units with a total capacity of 2 GW will take 2.5 to 4 years and cost half a billion euros.

Economy • February 11, 05:43 PM • 44374 views

Hetmantsev and the banking mafia: How a billion-dollar scam threatens Ukraine

Getmantsev's bill may give the FGVFO and the NBU carte blanche to destroy banks and redistribute their assets in favor of close structures, which will actually legalize large-scale financial raiding under the guise of protecting depositors.

Economy • February 11, 05:00 PM • 257096 views

The Government has set a single vacation period for preschool employees

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a decree on 56 days of annual paid vacation for all pedagogical staff of preschool education institutions. The amendments apply to directors, methodologists and other pedagogical staff.

Society • February 11, 04:42 PM • 35619 views

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Ukraine is preparing to legalize cryptocurrency: what will change for businesses and citizens

The draft law on cryptocurrency legalization in Ukraine is ready for consideration by the Verkhovna Rada. The document is based on the European MiCA regulations and provides for the creation of a transparent market for virtual assets.

Society • February 11, 03:29 PM • 129854 views

Polish EU Presidency announces another €1.9 billion from Russian assets for Ukraine and the 16th package of sanctions against Russia: deadlines announced

The Polish Minister of European Affairs announces the second tranche of funds from frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. The EU also plans to introduce the 16th package of sanctions against Russia on the anniversary of the invasion.

Economy • February 11, 02:12 PM • 33070 views

Rada supports bill on mandatory evacuation during martial law

The Verkhovna Rada supported the bill on mandatory evacuation of the population under martial law with 275 votes. The document provides for the forced evacuation of children and regulates the powers of the authorities to evacuate.

Politics • February 11, 01:33 PM • 22628 views

The Rada rejects a new draft law on credit history

The Verkhovna Rada did not support the draft law No. 12260 on credit history, but for the first time in the history of the parliament sent it for public discussion. The document was supposed to strengthen the protection of borrowers' rights and improve information exchange in the credit market.

Economy • February 11, 01:10 PM • 40117 views

Rada votes to purchase half a billion euros worth of Russian equipment for Khmelnytsky NPP

The Verkhovna Rada has supported the purchase of Russian equipment for the Khmelnytsky NPP worth half a billion euros. The project involves the construction of power units 3 and 4, which will take 2.5 to 4 years.

Economy • February 11, 12:08 PM • 34305 views

Ukraine terminates another agreement with Belarus: what is it about

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine terminated the 1992 agreement with Belarus on cooperation in the field of communications. The agreement concerned the operation of electricity and postal networks and the delivery of postal items.

Society • February 11, 11:44 AM • 30899 views

Today the government should actually liquidate CRGL - MP

The Government of Ukraine is preparing to transfer gambling regulation functions from the State Gambling Regulatory Inspectorate to the Ministry of Digital Transformation. 24 employees and UAH 14.3 million will be transferred to the new control body.

Politics • February 11, 09:29 AM • 23317 views

Hetmantsev's manipulations or how to shift responsibility to the court

Danylo Hetmantsev, head of the Verkhovna Rada Tax Committee, publicly criticized the court's decision to return the seized equipment. The MP is also trying to justify the delay in the tax audit of Concord Bank.

Politics • February 10, 04:44 PM • 134002 views

Pharmacies are ready to reduce prices for medicines: a declaration with proposals has been sent to the Ministry of Health, and a step from manufacturers is expected

Pharmacies are ready to reduce drug prices: a declaration with proposals has been sent to the Ministry of Health, and a step is expected from manufacturers.

Politics • February 10, 01:55 PM • 27263 views

April snowfall: Ukrainian Railways responded whether the bad weather affected train traffic

Ukraine is in mourning today for those killed in the Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih

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Ukraine's foreign partners reacted to the brutal strike by Russia on civilians in Kryvyi Rih

We have information that the US is close to taking measures towards a ceasefire - Zelensky

Next week, lawyers will present Zelensky with the Ukrainian draft agreement with the USA

In Ukraine, Trump's customs policy will affect prices for goods with foreign components - expert

Delivery vs pharmacy: can the post office replace the pharmacy infrastructure

Increasing electricity and gas tariffs is not on the agenda - Ministry of Energy

"Time to increase pressure on Moscow": The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reacted to the night attack by the Russian Federation

An earthquake occurred in Georgia

Fake badge with the inscription "My dad is a draft dodger": the Center for Counteracting Disinformation debunked another "throw-in" of Russian propaganda

April snow covered Ukraine: which regions have winter returned to

Elton John confessed that due to vision loss, he "can't see his sons playing sports"

"Manual" Deposit Guarantee Fund against depositors. What did Hetmantsev plan

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Ukraine is preparing to legalize cryptocurrencies: a chance for the budget or a risk for the economy

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