Mark Rutte announced a NATO mission in the Strait of Hormuz due to threats to the economy. Allies are also discussing allocating 0.25% of GDP to support Ukraine.
Donald Tusk announced joint work with Péter Magyar on a position regarding Ukraine. Poland also offered assistance in achieving energy independence.
During the first 20 days of May 2026, the AFU struck over 10 Russian oil refining facilities. Operations were suspended at plants in Moscow, Ryazan, Tuapse and other cities.
The parties agreed on the route for Power of Siberia 2, but the schedule and prices remain open. An agreement on a new railway was signed and the visa-free regime was extended.
The attack on a DTEK energy facility in Odesa left tens of thousands of families without power. Residential buildings and warehouses were damaged, and one person was injured.
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Temporary Commission of Inquiry into Corruption in Law Enforcement Agencies, Serhiy Vlasenko, stated that NABU and SAPO are substituting investigations with media campaigns. According to him, detectives wiretapped Timur Mindich for months but did not stop the scheme until the amount of damages became "large enough" for a high-profile special operation.
The government plans to increase GDP growth to 6% and labor productivity to 5% per year. They aim to increase the share of investment to 30% through the development of priority sectors.
Due to shelling and bad weather, some consumers in eight regions have been cut off from power. Power engineers are working around the clock; no consumption restrictions are currently planned.
The G7 is preparing new financing for Ukraine and demands reforms, including limiting VAT exemptions. Partners will also allocate funds for the repair of Chornobyl NPP facilities.
Putin declared unprecedented cooperation with China and invited Xi to the RF. The leaders discussed a new world order, with the construction of a gas pipeline on the agenda.
Great Britain has authorized the import of fuel derived from Russian oil via third countries. The decision is attributed to market shortages and rising global prices.
Marco Rubio will attend the NATO summit in Sweden regarding defense spending. Europe is concerned about Trump's plans to reduce the military presence on the continent.
The Alliance is discussing a mission to protect vessels in the Strait of Hormuz due to threats to the global economy. The issue will be considered at the July NATO summit in Ankara.
Energy Minister Shmyhal discussed moving a gas turbine to a Ukrainian TPP with Siemens. Germany will allocate 46 million euros for grid modernization.
The head of an enterprise and three accomplices tampered with the gas metering unit. The state suffered losses of 203 million hryvnias due to fuel theft.
The highest incomes in Ukraine are held by top managers in the energy sector, state-owned companies, and lawyers. Executives receive from 500,000 hryvnias to 60,000 dollars.
In April, Ukraine's GDP grew by 0. 9%, improving indicators after a difficult first quarter. At the same time, Russia's oil revenues fell by 21% due to sanctions.
In 2026, applicants are choosing management and law, although the market requires technical specialists. The Ministry of Education and Science has abolished motivational letters and updated the admission rules.
Due to shelling, parts of four regions were left without electricity. No restrictions are forecast for today, but people are asked to use energy sparingly in the evening.
Putin will discuss the construction of the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline in Beijing. Russia's economic dependence on sanctioned technologies from China has reached over 90%.
Russian drones damaged critical gas infrastructure equipment in the Chernihiv region. Personnel were evacuated; there were no casualties.
Oil prices dropped by 2% following Trump's statement on suspending the strike on Iran in favor of negotiations. The price of Brent fell to $109.84 per barrel.
Google and Blackstone will create a cloud platform based on TPU chips. Blackstone is investing $5 billion to launch 500 megawatts of capacity by 2027.
The enemy attacked Naftogaz Group facilities with three ballistic missiles and drones. No personnel were injured; an assessment of the extent of the damage is currently underway.
The US Treasury Department has issued a 30-day license to receive Russian oil stranded at sea. This will help stabilize the market and limit purchases by China.
Nearly 14,000 emergency crew workers will receive 20,000 hryvnias each for March. This is the final payment for the elimination of the consequences of shelling on the energy infrastructure.
Pakistan has deployed 8,000 soldiers, fighter jets, and air defense systems to Saudi Arabia. The troops are operating under a defense pact amid escalating tensions with Iran.
Accumulated National Cashback funds must be spent by June 30, otherwise they will be returned to the budget. From July, the program will operate as usual.
LNG shipments to Europe are falling due to the war in the Middle East and demand in Asia. The region is forced to compete for resources to fill gas storage facilities.
Russia is trying to organize the export of grain from Crimea, as well as its other economic exploitation, and involve entities from the US, as well as attract investment in Arctic projects. Ukraine will inform its partners about these schemes.
