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Laws

Normative acts that form the country's legislation
Laws are normative legal acts of the highest legal force that regulate the most important social relations by establishing universally binding rules, adopted through a special procedure or directly by the people. In Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine is the sole body of the legislative branch authorized to pass laws. The fundamental law is the Constitution of Ukraine; all other laws and normative acts must comply with its provisions.
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A business owner's reputation under attack: where it may come from and how to defend yourself

Negative publications can harm a business even without proven wrongdoing. A lawyer explained the sources of reputational damage and the problems with compensation.

Society • October 7, 11:16 AM • 26896 views
5,236 amendments submitted to the 2027 State Budget draft — Parliament says it is a record

5,236 amendments were submitted to the 2027 State Budget draft — 1. 5 times more than last year. Two-thirds were called legislative spam.

Economy • October 6, 05:45 PM • 21359 views
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Aircraft Leasing and International Agreements: The BEB’s New Interpretation Threatens the Industry

International treaties take precedence in cross-border taxation. The BEB considers aircraft leasing to be royalties and has opened cases against at least five carriers.

Publications • October 6, 01:03 PM • 50092 views
The Verkhovna Rada Committee approved the abolition of the exemption for parcels worth up to €150: when the new rules will take effect

The Verkhovna Rada Committee approved a bill abolishing the exemption for parcels worth up to €150. The new rules may take effect no earlier than July 1, 2027.

Society • October 6, 12:22 PM • 6880 views
Mazda electric crossover gets an external speaker without a profanity filterPhoto

The electric Mazda CX-6e allows users to broadcast their own messages and live speech through an external speaker without effective filtering. In Australia, improper use may result in a fine of up to 6,000 Australian dollars.

Technologies • October 6, 07:16 AM • 3666 views
Budget 2027: Accounting Chamber identified risks related to UAH 1.5 trillion in loans and defense spending

The 2027 Budget includes more than UAH 1. 5 trillion in external loans without identified creditors. The Accounting Chamber considers the forecast overly optimistic.

Economy • October 5, 08:50 AM • 4340 views
"You must not bend to Putin, because Ukraine will be broken": Zelenskyy responds to lawmakers calling for negotiations with the Russian Federation

Zelenskyy said that concessions to Putin could break Ukraine. The president urged people not to sow panic and to preserve the unity of the state.

War in Ukraine • October 4, 10:18 PM • 21931 views
Defense Forces strike a Russian Buk-M3, drone base and electronic warfare system — General Staff

Ukrainian military forces struck a Russian Buk-M3, a base for attack UAVs, an electronic warfare station, telecommunications nodes and repair units.

War in Ukraine • October 4, 11:49 AM • 12124 views
Poland launches the world's first "AbortOmat", where abortion pills can be obtained

A pink "AbortOmat" in Warsaw provides anonymous access to abortion pills using a six-digit code. The initiative circumvents Poland's strict restrictions.

Health • October 4, 07:14 AM • 31920 views
"It does not mean that there is no problem": Marchenko explained where the budget lacks funds following the EU statement

By the end of the year, Ukraine needs to receive $29. 5 billion from its partners for non-military expenditures. The EU guarantees €17 billion for defense, but the additional need amounts to $27 billion.

Economy • October 3, 10:00 AM • 59282 views
The EU insists on further reforms for new funding for Ukraine - FT

Brussels has not approved additional support, demanding reforms to unlock around €34 billion. The conditions include changes to VAT and platform taxation.

Economy • October 3, 05:44 AM • 10496 views
Poland is preparing a law on the state’s full readiness in the event of war - media

Poland’s Ministry of National Defence has drafted a bill to coordinate defence management and speed up the deployment of troops to a state of war. The document is undergoing consultations.

News of the World • October 2, 11:11 AM • 4321 views
Ukraine is preparing to resume flights, but domestic airlines may not wait for it

The authorities are working on the safe resumption of civil flights without setting a timeline. The aviation industry faces the risk of leasing being taxed as royalties.

Economy • October 2, 10:40 AM • 171789 views
Ukraine submitted law on national minorities, Hungary approved it: more achieved than under the Orbán government in 10 years

Hungary welcomed the submission to the Verkhovna Rada of a bill on the educational rights of national minorities. The document expands the use of EU and Indigenous peoples’ languages.

Politics • October 2, 08:09 AM • 18181 views
Call centers that funneled money through "money mules" exposed in DniproPhoto

Fraudulent call centers sending out messages about fake winnings were shut down in Dnipro. Police seized money, weapons, and equipment.

Crimes and emergencies • October 2, 01:27 AM • 5711 views
The EU rejected the possibility of providing the loan to Kyiv ahead of schedule and is demanding reforms, media report

The EU has refused to provide Ukraine with part of the loan ahead of schedule due to doubts about the deficit assessment and demands for reforms.

Economy • October 1, 07:18 PM • 21028 views
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Can a mobilized employee be dismissed — a lawyer's clarification

A mobilized employee retains their position and workplace throughout their service. Dismissal is possible only in cases specified by law.

Society • October 1, 09:17 AM • 27814 views
Defenders of Ukraine Day, the Feast of the Intercession, and Cossacks’ Day: why they are celebrated on October 1

October 1 brings together the Feast of the Intercession, Defenders of Ukraine Day, and Cossacks’ Day. The date symbolically unites faith, Cossack heritage, and remembrance.

Society • October 1, 05:00 AM • 11043 views
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The Ministry of Finance expects proposals from the aviation industry to develop a unified approach to the taxation of aircraft leasing

The Ministry of Finance is asking the aviation industry to provide examples of leasing transactions in order to prepare tax guidance. The Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine interprets aircraft rentals as royalties.

Society • September 30, 11:42 AM • 36049 views
EU leaders are set to call on Ukraine to “intensify” reforms - media

The EU will call on Ukraine to accelerate anti-corruption and tax reforms in order to receive financial support for 2026. So far, €14.9 billion has been allocated.

Economy • September 29, 02:30 PM • 20858 views
Ukrainians increased tax payments for their luxury cars by half - where the most was paid

In January–August 2026, local budgets received UAH 237. 5 million in transport tax — 58.7% more than last year. Kyiv paid the most.

Economy • September 29, 09:58 AM • 5914 views
The U.S. has banned imports of Canadian alcohol and motorcycles amid the trade war

Washington has banned imports of a range of Canadian goods worth about $1 billion. The restrictions came in response to Canadian tariffs.

Economy • September 29, 03:14 AM • 5624 views
“Child of War”: what the status actually provides and how to obtain it

The status does not provide for an automatic monthly payment. It provides educational, social and rehabilitation guarantees, while communities may add assistance.

Society • September 28, 04:37 PM • 60806 views
Russia struck the residence of the Saudi Arabian ambassador in Kyiv — Zelenskyy

On September 27, Russian forces damaged the residence of the Saudi Arabian ambassador, schools, kindergartens and other facilities. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on the Russian Federation.

Society • September 27, 06:13 PM • 13817 views
Bill Gates warned of the threat of AI capable of causing a billion deaths

Bill Gates called on governments to regulate AI through legislation because of the risk of abuse. He considers self-regulation by technology companies insufficient.

News of the World • September 25, 08:25 PM • 12261 views
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The Ministry of Finance confirmed that it is working on the issue of taxing aircraft leasing

The Ministry of Finance is working on the taxation of lease payments to non-residents for aircraft and helicopters.

Economy • September 24, 12:41 PM • 79346 views
EU approved nearly €3 billion for Ukraine after it completed 10 reform steps

The Council of the EU approved the eighth tranche under the Ukraine Facility for Ukraine, worth nearly €3 billion. Norway additionally contributed approximately €92 million.

Economy • September 24, 10:29 AM • 31453 views
The former head of the Commercial Cassation Court within the Supreme Court, Bohdan Lviv, has been notified of a new suspicion

Bohdan Lviv is suspected of laundering assets worth UAH 26 million registered in the name of his assistant’s mother. Two women have also been served with suspicions.

Politics • September 23, 03:01 PM • 3897 views
There are 114 European integration bills in the Verkhovna Rada; Ukraine presented the progress of reforms to the EU

Ukraine presented the EU with the progress of reforms and the fulfillment of its commitments. There are 114 European integration bills at various stages of consideration in the Verkhovna Rada.

Politics • September 22, 08:04 PM • 14247 views
The IMF will help find some of the funds needed for Ukraine's financial stability in 2027 — ZelenskyyVideo

Zelenskyy said that the IMF would help find some of the funds for Ukraine's financial stability next year. They also discussed commitment laws.

Politics • September 22, 06:55 PM • 3381 views