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Ukraine resumes Druzhba operation to receive 90 billion euros from the EU

Resumption of oil supplies will allow Hungary to lift its veto on a critical loan. Technical tests of the pipeline are scheduled for Tuesday.

Economy • April 20, 05:59 PM • 6305 views
France and Germany plan to grant Ukraine "symbolic" EU membership benefits - media

Paris and Berlin rejected Ukraine's rapid accession to the EU due to bureaucracy. The proposed status excludes voting rights and access to the bloc's common budget.

Politics • April 20, 04:30 PM • 8134 views
The Czech initiative has provided almost half of the critical ammunition for Ukraine, but the project lacks funding

The project has delivered almost two million large-caliber shells to Ukraine. Currently, the program has a funding deficit due to reduced activity from donor countries.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 04:05 PM • 5782 views
Shabunin received his first large sum of money for a promise to return funds stolen by Lazarenko to Ukrainians, but he bought land with them. DOCUMENT

The organization Grant Watch Ukraine published documents about questionable projects of the Anti-Corruption Action Center (TsPK). Shabunin is accused of misappropriating funds intended for the return of Lazarenko's money.

Politics • April 20, 03:14 PM • 13340 views
The EU announced the start of "constructive" negotiations with the new Hungarian government and hinted at its position on Ukraine.

The EU is discussing unblocking funds and changing Budapest's position on Ukraine. Hungary must meet the conditions by the end of August to receive 10.4 billion euros.

Politics • April 20, 01:42 PM • 4600 views
Scheme for illegal sand extraction from the Dnipro River worth UAH 750 million uncovered in Cherkasy regionPhoto

Four individuals organized the illegal extraction of 34,000 cubic meters of sand in the Zolotonosha community. The state's losses from the sale of subsoil resources amount to UAH 750 million.

Society • April 20, 12:52 PM • 3398 views
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Outdated methodology and new prices — why the consumer basket in Ukraine needs to change and what it should be like

The official subsistence minimum of UAH 3206 is less than the actual food costs, which amount to UAH 4500. Experts call for a change in the calculation system.

Society • April 20, 12:50 PM • 43264 views
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Aviation business under pressure: BEB opened cases against 5 airlines due to aircraft leasing

The Bureau of Economic Security has opened cases against 5 airlines, interpreting aircraft leasing as royalties. This contradicts international conventions and practice.

Economy • April 20, 08:39 AM • 55848 views
UAH 296 million returned to the state for defense needs - Prosecutor General Kravchenko

During 2026, UAH 296 million was reimbursed to the state thanks to the work of prosecutors. These funds will be directed to ensure Ukraine's defense needs.

Society • April 20, 07:44 AM • 4233 views
Romania faces a new political crisis with the prime minister under fire

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan ignores social democrats' demands to resign. The political crisis threatens the country's budget and could lead to a minority government.

News of the World • April 20, 07:03 AM • 5630 views
Canadian PM says we shouldn't just hope for 'US to return to normal'

Canada's Prime Minister called for economic diversification due to new US tariffs. Carney plans to attract investments and strengthen security regardless of the neighbor.

News of the World • April 20, 05:58 AM • 5434 views
IMF to discuss VAT alternatives for individual entrepreneurs with Ukraine - Svyrydenko

The search for alternative sources of budget revenue for 2027 is currently underway.

Society • April 19, 07:22 PM • 12097 views
Orban names condition for unblocking EU's 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine

Ukraine is ready to resume oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline on Monday. Hungary will unblock the EU loan only after the actual resumption of supplies.

Economy • April 19, 03:03 PM • 17974 views
Italian Deputy Prime Minister called on the EU to return to Russian gas at a far-right rally

Matteo Salvini at a rally in Milan proposed lifting budget restrictions and buying gas from Russia. The politician called Brussels' energy policy a lockdown.

Politics • April 19, 11:44 AM • 5805 views
Russia's housing and communal services are entering a systemic collapse – accidents are increasing, tariffs are rising, networks are worn out – SZR

The wear and tear of Russia's infrastructure has exceeded 50%, and the number of accidents has doubled. Due to war expenditures, regions are cutting funding and raising tariffs.

Economy • April 19, 10:13 AM • 6327 views
War in the Persian Gulf plunges Pakistan into darkness due to energy crisis – Bloomberg

Due to oil and gas shortages, Pakistan has been gripped by an energy crisis with prolonged blackouts. The country has become a mediator in peace talks in the Middle East.

News of the World • April 19, 08:51 AM • 4811 views
Ancient wall collapsed in Khotyn FortressPhoto

In Bukovyna, a wall of the historic Khotyn Fortress partially collapsed. There are no casualties, experts are documenting the damage and looking for funds for restoration.

Society • April 18, 02:11 PM • 6156 views
Trump and US Tax Service in talks over $10 billion lawsuit

Trump's lawyers and the IRS are negotiating a settlement in a tax return leak lawsuit. The parties are asking for a 90-day suspension of the court proceedings.

News of the World • April 18, 01:15 AM • 4449 views
Corporate debt in Russia is growing rapidly - intelligence

Overdue accounts receivable of Russian businesses have grown to $100 billion. Due to high interest rates, it is more profitable for companies to keep funds in deposits.

News of the World • April 17, 05:50 PM • 3788 views
Strengthening the Ukrainian combat aircraft fleet with Swedish "Gripens" - Zelenskyy met with the King of Sweden in Lviv

Sweden has allocated 4 billion to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine and is discussing the transfer of Gripen aircraft. The parties also agreed on humanitarian aid and energy resilience.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 03:34 PM • 3968 views
Ukraine agreed with creditors on a deferral of state debt payments until 2030

The Ministry of Finance signed a memorandum on payment deferral with creditor countries. Debt repayment will begin in equal installments in 2035-2039.

Economy • April 17, 03:17 PM • 3279 views
In Kyiv region, a scheme of embezzlement of funds for grave crosses for fallen defenders was exposed: overpayment of more than UAH 2.8 millionPhoto

Irpin officials are suspected of purchasing gravestones at prices inflated several times over. The budget overpaid more than UAH 2.8 million due to collusion in the tender.

Crimes and emergencies • April 17, 02:18 PM • 2737 views
MES approved admission rules for vocational colleges - what changes for applicants in 2026

The mandatory motivational letter has been canceled, and a limit of 10 applications has been set. Registration of personal accounts will begin on June 25 for 9th-grade graduates.

Society • April 17, 02:07 PM • 4278 views
Ministry of Finance: Ukraine has already received 90% of funds from the income of frozen Russian assets - $45 billion

Kyiv has attracted 90% of funds through the ERA Loans mechanism from the income of Russian assets. The EU plans to provide another 90 billion euros in loan support in 2026-2027.

Economy • April 17, 11:29 AM • 3248 views
Co-founder of a legal tobacco company suspected of dangerous counterfeit goods worth millions of hryvniasVideo

A large-scale production of dangerous alcohol and cigarettes worth 50 million hryvnias was uncovered in Poltava region. Budget losses due to unpaid taxes amounted to 16 million hryvnias.

Economy • April 17, 07:02 AM • 4455 views
Trump criticized New York mayor over plans to raise taxes for the rich

Donald Trump criticized Zohran Mamdani for the initiative to raise taxes for the wealthy. The mayor plans to use this to finance social programs and cover the deficit.

News of the World • April 17, 01:37 AM • 3806 views
IMF mission expected in Ukraine in May - SvyrydenkoPhoto

Yulia Svyrydenko discussed reforms and preparations for program review with Kristalina Georgieva. Ukraine has already received the first tranche of $1.5 billion.

Economy • April 16, 07:21 PM • 3110 views
Ukraine prepares to receive €2.7 billion under the Ukraine Facility program - Svyrydenko after meeting with European Commissioner Coș

The government and parliament have fulfilled the conditions for receiving the tranche by adopting a package of reforms. Svyrydenko and Coș discussed technical issues related to securing the first tranche of the €90 billion EU loan.

Economy • April 16, 02:54 PM • 5860 views
A ticking time bomb: how the tax service under Kiriyenko led to criminal prosecution of aviation market players

The State Tax Service (STS) under the leadership of Tetiana Kiriyenko enabled the Bureau of Economic Security (BES) to equate aircraft leasing with royalties and open cases against airlines. This threatens double taxation, losses for airlines, and the complete destruction of the civil aviation industry.

Economy • April 16, 02:27 PM • 36289 views
Real estate of "Kyiv Radio Plant" sold 23 times cheaper than market value - Prosecutor General revealed details

The insolvency practitioner sold 10,000 square meters of strategic property for UAH 2. 7 million instead of UAH 62 million. The suspect faces liability.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 02:14 PM • 2589 views