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The EU is introducing mandatory biometric checks and accelerated deportation of migrants. Countries must either accept refugees or pay financial contributions.
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 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.
The government approved a low-carbon development strategy until 2050 and updated the climate plan. This is expected to attract EU funds and accelerate GDP growth.
The US Senate Committee has agreed on $750 million in aid for Ukraine. The bill also provides for the provision of intelligence data for the recovery of territories.
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.
The Ministry of Justice is preparing a draft law on child-friendly justice in accordance with EU standards. 15 Barnahus centers have been opened in Ukraine, and a registry of psychologists has been created.
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.
Cabinet of Ministers approves changes to Ukraine Plan to receive €8. 35 billion in support. The update includes 26 new steps in the fields of energy and law.
The EU Court has ruled the concealment of COVID vaccine contract details illegal. The Commission failed to justify the secrecy regarding the names of negotiators and payment terms.
The court annulled the sale of a limestone mining permit due to collusion between participants. The deposit, with reserves of 2.8 million m³, is valued at over 15 million hryvnias.
The Government has approved new rules for selecting scientific developments for state procurement. A system of curators has been introduced to scale technological solutions.
China has canceled talks with the EU due to trade tensions and rising exports. Brussels is preparing restrictions against Chinese goods and companies.
Ukraine intends to introduce a gradation of fines for speeding and will strengthen penalties for systemic offenders. Additionally, the movement of electric scooters will be regulated.
The digitization of labor books will continue after June 10, 2026, without any loss of service record. Paper documents remain valid for pension calculation purposes.
The SBU has announced charges against Mikhail Zusko and Nikolai Goraichuk for the shelling of the Mykolaiv Regional Council in 2022. The "Iskander" missile strike killed 36 people and injured 38 others.
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 Russian State Duma has banned authorization on websites via foreign email services. Resource owners will be fined up to 700,000 rubles for violations.
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.
Navid Akram has been hit with 19 additional charges following the mass shooting in Sydney that left 15 people dead. The attack is being treated as inspired by "Islamic State".
A group has been exposed in Kyiv for holding 11 people in forced labor at a workshop. The victims were beaten, had their documents confiscated, and were forced to work without pay.
The EU has called on Albania to comply with environmental regulations regarding the construction of Jared Kushner's resort. The project threatens the habitats of migratory birds.
The US Congress has supported limiting Trump's right to wage war against Iran without the consent of lawmakers. The document must now undergo final approval and a veto.
Ukraine has fulfilled all conditions for EU membership and awaits the decision of its partners. President Zelenskyy called for the opening of all negotiation clusters in the near future.