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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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In Ukraine, fines of up to 170,000 hryvnias may be introduced for Russian songs in restaurants - draft law

A draft law on fines for music of the aggressor country in food establishments has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada. For the first violation, a fine of 8,500 to 17,000 hryvnias is proposed.

Society • July 22, 02:16 PM • 3167 views
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Airlines passed tax audits: lawyers explain why BES criminal cases raise questions

The Bureau of Economic Security has opened criminal proceedings against five airlines regarding leasing operations, equating them to royalties. Lawyers consider this pressure on business, as the State Tax Service previously found no violations during audits.

Economy • July 22, 02:04 PM • 176285 views
IMF updates list of requirements for Ukraine regarding taxationVideo

IMF published an updated memorandum with new deadlines for tax reforms in Ukraine. The abolition of VAT for the simplified system has been postponed until 2028.

Economy • July 22, 12:44 PM • 51487 views
US is trying to avoid shutdown before elections - House approved temporary funding

The US House of Representatives approved temporary government funding until December 4 to avoid a shutdown before the midterm elections. The bill faces resistance in the Senate due to disputes over spending and immigration policy.

News of the World • July 22, 08:00 AM • 4258 views
Floods in Chile claim lives of 13 people, seven missingVideo

Heavy rains in Chile caused the deaths of 13 people and the disappearance of seven. The government plans sanctions against energy companies due to power outages.

News of the World • July 22, 07:41 AM • 4230 views
Spain plans to ban smoking on terraces and beaches as part of a new anti-tobacco law

The Spanish government has approved a bill banning smoking on terraces, beaches and other public places. The document also equates electronic cigarettes to regular ones and introduces fines of up to 600 thousand euros.

Society • July 21, 05:55 PM • 7424 views
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Who funds campaigns against the state? The head of the National Association of Lobbyists pointed to shadow financing of influence on government bodies and called for transparency

Oleksiy Shevchuk stated the need for registration and declaration of all campaigns that influence state bodies. He warned against the "gray zone" of uncontrolled advocacy structures that may hide the true beneficiaries.

Politics • July 21, 12:57 PM • 28746 views
New rules on the protection of IDPs in Ukraine - Zelenskyy signed the law

The document updates the current legislation on the protection of internally displaced persons and harmonizes it with international standards. It also provides for the legislative consolidation of new terms and the replacement of the certificate with an extract from the database.

Society • July 21, 12:47 PM • 5242 views
Criminal prosecution without tax violations: what is wrong with the BES cases against airlines

The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating cases against airlines, equating lease payments to royalties. Law enforcement officers ignore international conventions, existing court practice, as well as tax audits that found no violations.

Economy • July 21, 10:46 AM • 82450 views
President of Nicaragua stated that the country will no longer hold elections

President of Nicaragua Daniel Ortega announced that the country will no longer hold elections to prevent the opposition from seizing power. Analysts called this the final transition to a family dictatorship.

Politics • July 21, 04:09 AM • 19499 views
The President signed a law on updating the rules of organic production according to EU standards

The President signed law No. 4921-IX, which harmonizes the rules of the organic market with EU requirements. The document introduces a new control system and simplifies the entry of Ukrainian producers into the EU market.

Society • July 20, 10:38 PM • 18933 views
In four regions of Ukraine, a scheme for verifying Starlink for Russian occupiers was exposedPhoto

Law enforcement officers detained the suspects in Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Mykolaiv, and Kirovohrad regions. They registered Starlink terminals for a fee, which were then used by the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 03:34 PM • 6522 views
The Czech government approved a complete ban on mobile phones in schools from 2027

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Czech Republic approved a bill banning gadgets in educational institutions. The restriction will take effect on September 1, 2027, with exceptions provided for children with medical indications.

News of the World • July 20, 03:28 PM • 3200 views
The State Tax Service (STS) has identified only one case of violation in the taxation of aircraft leasing, while the Bureau of Economic Security (BES) is investigating cases against 5 airlinesPhoto

Deputy Director of the STS Department Victoria Kasyan reported that only one audit of airlines revealed a reclassification of lease payments into royalties. The BES is investigating criminal cases against five air carriers for non-payment of 15% royalties.

Society • July 20, 12:35 PM • 62175 views
Near schools, they plan to ban fast-food kiosks - a bill has been submitted to the Rada

People's Deputy Heorhiy Mazurashu has submitted bills that prohibit the sale of unhealthy food within a 400-meter radius of educational institutions. Violators face fines of up to 51,000 hryvnias.

Society • July 20, 12:05 PM • 3721 views
ECHR ruled illegal the deprivation of property rights to land plots in occupied Crimea

ECHR issued a decision in the case Bazhenov and Others v. Russia and Ukraine, confirming that the decisions of the occupation authorities of the Russian Federation to deprive Ukrainian citizens of property rights to land plots in Crimea have no legal consequences.

Politics • July 20, 10:50 AM • 3620 views
Russians are massively switching to cash due to the war, internet outages, and tax increases

Since the beginning of the year, 1. 56 trillion rubles in cash have been put into circulation. The reasons were mobile internet outages and tax increases.

Economy • July 19, 03:39 AM • 5593 views
Fines up to 17 thousand hryvnias for speeding - the relevant committee of the Council supported the bill

The Committee on Law Enforcement Activities recommended that the Council adopt a bill that strengthens fines for speeding. For systematic violators, the fine will reach 17 thousand hryvnias.

Society • July 17, 12:42 PM • 3546 views
In Ukraine, they want to change requirements for shelters - a bill has been registered in the Parliament

A group of people's deputies registered a bill that provides for mandatory video cameras and monthly inspections of shelters. It also proposes to ban the privatization of protective structures.

Society • July 17, 12:31 PM • 3323 views
Fine for parents for children's participation in dangerous internet groups - a bill submitted to the Rada

People's deputies also propose to supplement the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses with a new Article 173³ (Promotion, involvement or coercion to participate in destructive internet trends (games) in the educational environment).

Society • July 17, 11:05 AM • 2930 views
Retrospective reinterpretation: airlines are charged additional taxes for aircraft leasing over the past 7 yearsPhoto

Ukrainian airlines are forced to pay additional taxes for aircraft leasing over the past seven years due to a new interpretation of taxation. The Bureau of Economic Security has opened criminal proceedings against a number of carriers.

Society • July 17, 10:41 AM • 93731 views
Zelenskyy met with Turkish Foreign Minister: discussed peace efforts and free trade zone

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on July 16. The parties discussed diplomatic steps for peace, the situation on the front line, and the development of bilateral trade.

Politics • July 16, 08:24 PM • 18608 views
Rada prematurely terminated the powers of MPs Maslov and Bezgin due to their appointment to the Cabinet of Ministers

The Verkhovna Rada approved the early termination of the powers of Denys Maslov and Vitalii Bezgin. They were appointed ministers of justice and for communities and territories, and IDPs respectively.

Politics • July 16, 01:54 PM • 3710 views
Koretsky submitted to the Rada a proposal for the appointment of a new government composition - who is on the list

Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky proposed appointing new ministers, including Shmyhal as first vice prime minister. The Rada will consider the proposal in the near future.

Politics • July 16, 11:10 AM • 49301 views
The Prosecutor General's Office appeals the court decision on the development of the territory of the Hryshko Botanical Garden in Kyiv

The Prosecutor General's Office has filed an appeal against the court decision that refused to invalidate the agreement with a private company. The prosecutor's office believes that the agreement creates a risk of illegal alienation of state property.

Society • July 16, 08:28 AM • 5118 views
What is celebrated on July 16 in Ukraine and the world

Ukraine marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of State Sovereignty and the professional holiday of accountants. Around the world, this day is dedicated to snakes, artificial intelligence, and culinary arts.

Society • July 16, 03:00 AM • 4828 views
In Britain, a social media curfew is being prepared for older teenagers

The UK government has announced that social media will be unavailable by default for 16- and 17-year-olds from midnight to 6:00 AM. It also plans to disable autoplay and infinite scrolling to improve sleep and concentration.

News of the World • July 15, 05:49 AM • 4293 views
US senators introduced Lindsey Graham's bill on sanctions against the Russian Federation without Trump's amendments - CBS

A bipartisan group of senators introduced a bill that provides for sanctions against high-ranking officials of the Russian Federation and high tariffs for buyers of Russian oil. The document aims to increase pressure on Russia's energy sector.

Politics • July 15, 03:32 AM • 5472 views
In Lviv, 70 children were injured on electric scooters over six weeks

In Lviv, during June and half of July, 70 children injured on electric scooters sought medical help at hospitals. 21 children were hospitalized with serious injuries.

Society • July 14, 02:05 PM • 4568 views
Strengthening punishment for child pornography and decriminalization of porn - the Council supported the bill

The parliament adopted as a basis a bill that strengthens liability for child pornography. The document also decriminalizes adult pornographic content for adults.

Society • July 14, 01:19 PM • 3244 views