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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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Rada fails vote on decriminalization of porn

The Rada has rejected bill No. 12191 on the decriminalization of pornography. 207 deputies voted in favor of the initiative, which is insufficient to pass the decision.

Society • May 28, 09:32 AM • 81641 views
Ukraine expects the first tranche of €90 billion from the EU in June following the Rada's decision

The Parliament has ratified the agreement on €90 billion in support from the EU for 2026-2027. The first tranche will arrive in June, with €45 billion expected this year.

Economy • May 28, 09:15 AM • 2641 views
"Demonstrates constructiveness": Zelenskyy acknowledges the swift ratification of €50 billion from the EU by Parliament

The President thanked the Rada for the prompt ratification of the agreement with the EU regarding the 50 billion euro aid package. The funds will be directed toward Ukraine's defense and recovery.

Politics • May 28, 08:53 AM • 2232 views
Rada ratified the attraction of a 90 billion euro loan from the EU

The Rada ratified the attraction of 90 billion euros from the EU for 2026-2027. The funds will be directed to defense and the budget, with repayment covered by Russian reparations.

Economy • May 28, 08:15 AM • 20064 views
Rada begins ratification of EU memorandum on €90 billion amid criticism over tight deadlines

The Rada has begun considering the €90 billion agreement with the EU. Members of Parliament are complaining about the tight deadlines for working on the document, which was reportedly "translated overnight."

Economy • May 28, 08:00 AM • 2501 views
Taxes, customs, and reforms: what Ukraine must fulfill to receive €90 billion from the EU

Zelenskyy submitted a memorandum to the Rada regarding a 90 billion euro loan. To receive the funds, Ukraine must amend its tax and customs legislation.

Economy • May 28, 07:33 AM • 2817 views
Zelenskyy submits ratification of 90 billion euro EU loan to Verkhovna Rada

The President has introduced Bill No. 0376 on the ratification of a loan agreement with the European Union. The document provides for the acquisition of macro-financial assistance of up to 90 billion euros.

Economy • May 28, 05:08 AM • 20509 views
Almost half of Moldova's residents support the return of Transnistria to the country

An iData survey showed that 44. 2% of Moldovans seek the full reintegration of Transnistria. The majority supports the withdrawal of foreign troops and a single currency.

News of the World • May 27, 10:37 PM • 4257 views
Ukraine proposes introducing a "work break" for the psychological relief of employees

Draft Law No. 15281 on breaks for the psychological relief of employees has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada. The initiative was authored by MP Serhiy Hryvko.

Society • May 27, 05:55 PM • 14688 views
21,000 units of firearms and over 12 million rounds of ammunition have been declared in Ukraine - National Police

As of May 27, citizens have declared 21,000 units of weapons and more than 12 million rounds of ammunition. An additional 455 units of weapons were surrendered voluntarily.

Society • May 27, 02:35 PM • 6073 views
Extorting 2 million UAH from frontline business: another tax official received a notice of suspicion

A tax inspector in the Sumy region was served a notice of suspicion for participating in a 2 million UAH scheme. He assisted his superior in extorting money from a business in exchange for a successful audit.

Crimes and emergencies • May 27, 02:24 PM • 3264 views
Hungarian Parliament rescinds decision on country's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court

The Hungarian Parliament voted to cancel the country's withdrawal from the ICC following an initiative by Péter Magyar. The decision was supported by 133 deputies from the Tisza party.

Politics • May 27, 01:17 PM • 3778 views
Russian judge served with notice of suspicion for sentencing Ukrainian prisoner of war

A Russian judge sentenced a soldier of the 17th Brigade to 15 years in prison for participating in the war. The Prosecutor General's Office served him with a notice of suspicion for violating the laws and customs of war.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 12:59 PM • 3456 views
Consideration of amendments to the 2026 Budget following the EU loan has been postponed until tomorrow

The vote on amendments to the 2026 budget has been postponed until tomorrow. Defense spending will increase by UAH 1.64 trillion through credit assistance from the European Union.

Economy • May 27, 11:58 AM • 2965 views
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Blue sky and yellow field: economist explains how the colors of Ukraine's flag indicate the path for post-war economic development

Economist Andriy Novak identified aviation and the agricultural sector as key to recovery. Pressure from the ESBU on airlines regarding leasing threatens the industry's survival.

Economy • May 27, 11:08 AM • 17949 views
Biden sues US Department of Justice over private interview recordings

Biden has sued the US Department of Justice over plans to release recordings of his conversations with a ghostwriter. The lawsuit challenges the transfer of private materials to Congress.

News of the World • May 27, 10:09 AM • 4147 views
Rada approved new public procurement rules - this should help unlock $3.5 billion

Deputies passed law No. 11520 on new public procurement rules. The document harmonizes the system with EU standards and will unlock 3.5 billion dollars.

Economy • May 27, 09:56 AM • 13733 views
Ukraine to celebrate Ukrainian Music Day - the date was chosen in honor of "Chervona Ruta"

The Rada has established Ukrainian Music Day on the third Saturday of September. The date was chosen in honor of the Chervona Ruta festival to support performers.

Society • May 27, 08:51 AM • 3898 views
Rada strips Tsabal of his mandate and determines who will replace him in the "Holos" partyPhoto

The Verkhovna Rada has terminated the powers of MP Volodymyr Tsabal following his resignation request. Political scientist Mykola Davydiuk will become the new MP from the Holos party.

Society • May 27, 08:40 AM • 3664 views
Italian court allows hotels to refuse serving free tap water

The Supreme Court of Italy has ruled that hotels are not required to provide free water. The judges determined that the law does not mandate establishments to provide such a service.

News of the World • May 27, 07:18 AM • 6574 views
Finland prepares to extend law to protect border with Russia

The Finnish government will extend the law on combating instrumentalized migration. The situation on the border with the Russian Federation remains tense due to the high risk of provocations.

Politics • May 26, 09:58 PM • 11406 views
HACC closed the case against MP Dubnevych regarding Ukrzaliznytsia's losses of 93 million hryvnias

HACC closed the case against MP Dubnevych and seven other individuals due to the expiration of the investigation deadlines. The case concerned the illegal misappropriation of 93 million hryvnias from Ukrzaliznytsia.

Politics • May 26, 03:11 PM • 2953 views
CEC recognizes Denys Pyatygorets as elected MP replacing Stepan Kubiv

The CEC has recognized Denys Pyatygorets as an elected MP from "European Solidarity. " He will replace Stepan Kubiv, who passed away prematurely, in the Verkhovna Rada.

Politics • May 26, 02:27 PM • 2727 views
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Pressure instead of law: why the ESBU must stop persecuting airlines over leasing

The ESBU is persecuting airlines by reclassifying aircraft leasing as royalties. Investigators are ignoring court rulings and international tax conventions.

Economy • May 26, 02:01 PM • 93479 views
Putin has written off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new participants in the war against Ukraine - Reuters

Putin signed a decree on writing off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new contract soldiers. The benefit applies to those who sign a one-year contract starting from May 1.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 01:17 PM • 3850 views
Rada refuses to abolish tax exemptions for parcels worth up to €150

The Parliament rejected bill No. 12360 on the taxation of parcels up to €150. The document failed to garner enough votes and was not sent for a second reading.

Economy • May 26, 01:12 PM • 51345 views
Putin has authorized the Russian army to invade other countries over foreign court rulings - what are the consequences?

Putin has authorized Russian troops to invade other countries over foreign court rulings. The NSDC has called this preparation for future armed interventions.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 12:48 PM • 3285 views
"Double Standards": Activist Shabunin Discharged from AFU Due to Vision, Despite Hitting "Bullseye" and Driving – "Honest Mobilization" Movement

Vitaliy Shabunin was discharged from the army due to poor vision, but continues to drive a car and shoot accurately. Activists have accused the head of the AntAC of double standards.

Society • May 26, 12:41 PM • 4540 views
Lack of Control: Ukraine's Defense Procurement System Remains Unchanged – Shabunin

Shabunin stated there is insufficient control and a lack of reforms in the defense procurement system. Oversight of the distribution of €60 billion in EU aid remains weak.

Economy • May 26, 12:14 PM • 2635 views
Ukraine lowers gas storage prices in preparation for winter – new tariffs announcedPhoto

The NEURC has reduced the gas storage tariff by 10% in preparation for winter. The regulator also introduced a transition to energy units in accordance with EU standards.

Economy • May 26, 12:00 PM • 2544 views