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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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To make arrests of Russian tankers longer and allow for oil confiscation – Zelenskyy announced talks with European partners

Britain intercepted a Russian shadow fleet tanker in the English Channel. Zelenskyy urged partners to change laws for prolonged arrest and confiscation of oil.

Economy • June 14, 05:47 PM • 5415 views
Hungary unblocks Ukraine's EU accession talks following new agreement

Kyiv and Budapest have reached an agreement on the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia. Hungary has supported the commencement of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations.

Politics • June 13, 10:48 AM • 12019 views
Death of a wounded soldier in a capital hospital: an inspection of the medical facility revealed violations, a forensic medical examination is underway

A commission of the Kyiv City State Administration revealed violations at the emergency hospital following the death of soldier Serhiy Kuznetsov. The facility is preparing personnel and management decisions.

Society • June 12, 08:22 PM • 17411 views
Hungary has unblocked Ukraine's EU accession following the approval of national minority protections – Magyar

Péter Magyar has agreed to open a negotiation cluster for Ukraine after changes to the minority protection plan. Compliance with the conditions will be monitored by the European Commission and the European Council.

Politics • June 12, 08:16 PM • 6091 views
Special status for frontline territories: Budanov announced the development of a new law

A law on the special status of frontline territories will be developed in Ukraine. Budanov is counting on the prompt work of people's deputies and government officials to adopt what are effectively new rules.

Society • June 12, 07:54 PM • 12018 views
Ministry of Education and Science implements specialized education for 10th graders with career choice

Starting in 2027, tenth-grade students will choose between 10 professional education profiles. The program will last three years and will allow for qualification certification.

Society • June 12, 06:59 PM • 5391 views
Zelenskyy excludes Russian and Moldovan languages from the list protected by the European Charter

The President has excluded the Russian and Moldovan languages from the list protected by the European Charter. The Czech language was added to the list, and the names of Jewish languages were clarified.

Society • June 12, 06:48 PM • 6730 views
Ukraine introduces industrial development strategy based on critical minerals

The government has approved a strategy for industrial development based on critical raw materials through 2056. The plan is aimed at attracting capital and establishing new production facilities.

Economy • June 12, 01:48 PM • 3219 views
IMF approves tranche for Ukraine despite failure to meet key condition - Bloomberg

Ukraine is expected to receive $700 million from the IMF without meeting a key condition. The Fund allowed the postponement of the tax on overseas parcels until July.

Economy • June 12, 12:52 PM • 25096 views
Landmark asylum reform takes effect in the EU – what the new migration pact entails

The EU is introducing mandatory biometric checks and accelerated deportation of migrants. Countries must either accept refugees or pay financial contributions.

News of the World • June 12, 12:09 PM • 3749 views
Ukraine expects to open the first cluster of EU accession negotiations as early as June 15

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.

Politics • June 12, 11:57 AM • 3813 views
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Old Billions Passed Off as New Achievements: Scandal Over ESBU Report Exposes Chronic Disease of the Law Enforcement System

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.

Economy • June 12, 10:27 AM • 50153 views
Ukraine approved a strategy for the decarbonization of the economy and updated its climate plan

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.

Economy • June 12, 10:20 AM • 2608 views
US Senate approves $750 million increase in military aid to Ukraine

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.

Politics • June 11, 10:05 PM • 7785 views
Ministry of Internal Affairs establishes working group on civilian weapons circulation

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.

Society • June 11, 04:57 PM • 4575 views
New rules and fines for electric scooters - Verkhovna Rada committee supports bill

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.

Society • June 11, 03:51 PM • 3628 views
Ministry of Justice prepares large-scale changes in child rights protection according to EU standards

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.

Society • June 11, 02:47 PM • 3033 views
An additional 270 billion hryvnias are needed to fund the army and military pay reforms - MP

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.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 02:28 PM • 13018 views
CEC registers Andriy Levus as Member of Parliament

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.

Politics • June 11, 02:10 PM • 2505 views
Rada changes rules of interaction with the government regarding EU accession negotiations

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.

Society • June 11, 01:47 PM • 3221 views
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An internal investigation is necessary regarding the ESBU's falsehoods in the 2025 report - retired judge

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.

Economy • June 11, 01:14 PM • 64217 views
Government updates Ukraine Plan under Ukraine Facility program, enabling €8.3 billion in funding - Svyrydenko

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.

Economy • June 11, 12:53 PM • 2358 views
European Commission unlawfully withheld details of COVID-19 vaccine procurement - EU legal advisor

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.

Politics • June 11, 12:10 PM • 3284 views
Auction for the sale of a deposit with millions in reserves in Vinnytsia region declared invalid – Prosecutor's Office

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.

Economy • June 11, 10:31 AM • 3636 views
Scientific developments for state needs will be conducted under new rules

The Government has approved new rules for selecting scientific developments for state procurement. A system of curators has been introduced to scale technological solutions.

Politics • June 11, 10:06 AM • 3233 views
China cancels high-level meetings with EU - FT

China has canceled talks with the EU due to trade tensions and rising exports. Brussels is preparing restrictions against Chinese goods and companies.

Economy • June 11, 07:10 AM • 5193 views
Ukraine proposes to introduce a gradation of fines and increase liability for systemic offenders

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.

Society • June 10, 04:43 PM • 3249 views
Digitization of labor books will continue after June 10, seniority will not be lost - Ministry of Social Policy

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.

Society • June 10, 02:03 PM • 34846 views
SBU charges Russian military personnel for 2022 strike on Mykolaiv

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.

Society • June 10, 02:01 PM • 4171 views
"Diia" for alcohol purchases and fines for Instagram trading – what will change in UkrainePhoto

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.

Society • June 10, 11:30 AM • 38824 views