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Ukraine is implementing European fuel quality standards and a mandatory share of biofuels. Euro-3 and Euro-4 classes, as well as A-80 and A-92 grades, will be withdrawn from circulation.
The ESBU has opened cases against airlines for non-payment of royalties for aircraft leasing, despite the fact that courts have previously concluded that such an interpretation of tax regulations is illegal.
During the first four months of 2026, local budgets received 112 million UAH in tourist tax. The leaders in terms of revenue were the Lviv region and Kyiv.
South Korea is considering exporting K30 Biho systems to the UAE to counter Iranian drones. Previously, Seoul refused to provide weapons to Ukraine due to the state of war.
In Ukraine, people with disabilities are entitled to benefits for travel, medication, and social payments. Assistance can be arranged through the Pension Fund, Administrative Service Centers (CNAPs), or online.
Labour plans to introduce a tourist levy to support municipalities. Regional mayors in England are considering a tax of up to £300.
A Ukrainian influencer drove his car to the protected Morskie Oko lake. As a result, the Polish Ministry of Interior will ban him from entering the country for five years.
Hungary has reinstated the ban on the import of 20 categories of goods from Ukraine. The government has also changed its mind about withdrawing from the International Criminal Court.
The director of a social service center in the Vinnytsia region has been served with a notice of suspicion following the death of a child from starvation. A link has been established between her negligence and the death of the 10-year-old boy.
Police officials from three regions have been released from pretrial detention on bail. They are suspected of receiving bribes for covering up a network of porn studios in Ukraine.
Jakarta is developing a regulatory framework for importing Russian oil due to shortages caused by the conflict with Iran. The country is also seeking fuel from US suppliers.
The Court of Appeal has confirmed the recovery of $3 billion from Kolomoisky and Bogolyubov. The ruling pertains to the case of large-scale fraud at PrivatBank.
Courts have prohibited the State Tax Service from interpreting vehicle leasing as royalties and assessing taxes. This applies to the leasing of railcars, aircraft, and agricultural machinery.
Vasyl Andreyev, Yevhen Drapiatyi, and Ihor Moskalenko have become Deputy Chairmen of the FPU.
A large-scale wave of forced evictions has begun in Mariupol. The occupiers are ignoring documents and threatening residents with criminal prosecution.
Serhii Byzov will conduct an audit of FPU property and update the management team. Priorities will include cooperation with business and protecting the rights of trade union members.
All medical institutions are obliged to provide services in the state language. Switching to another language is possible only by mutual agreement between the doctor and the patient.
The ESBU interprets aircraft leasing as royalties, creating risks for five airlines. Experts claim violations of international law and agreements.
Police inspections have begun in three regions due to schemes involving porn offices. Top officials have been suspended, with luxury cars and 22 million in cash seized.
The Cabinet of Ministers has simplified the process of obtaining housing certificates for cultural monuments destroyed by the war. Rules for construction and protection of surrounding areas have also been updated.
The Tisza Party proposes limiting the Hungarian Prime Minister's mandate to two four-year terms. The abolition of the Sovereignty Protection Office has also been initiated.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Cyber Police warn against offers to obtain a driver's license without training. Practical training at a driving school is mandatory for exams.
Zelenskyy discussed key agenda items with the mono-majority. The priorities were state resilience and preparations for EU accession.
The NACP identified false data worth 1. 2 billion UAH in 170 declarations for 2024. Law enforcement agencies have already initiated 74 criminal proceedings based on these facts.
The EU has agreed on a trade deal with the US due to Trump's threat to introduce new tariffs. The document provides for tariff reductions and mechanisms to protect the bloc's market.
Ukraine has updated the rules for international bus transportation via an online portal. A 30-day deadline for application processing has been established, and border crossing slots have been implemented.
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.
British police are investigating new cases of child abuse following the release of the Epstein documents. Data on human trafficking and the actions of Prince Andrew are being reviewed.
The Foreign Intelligence Service reports that the recruitment rate of contract soldiers in the Russian Federation has dropped to 800 people per day. To attract recruits, the Kremlin is increasing payments and writing off loans.
The court has arrested a former prosecutor of the Slobozhanska Prosecutor's Office on suspicion of bribery. The suspect may be released on bail in the amount of 1.6 million hryvnias.