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Retired judge Denys Nevyadomsky spoke about how to identify politically motivated criminal proceedings used to pressure businesses. He named signs of such cases, including investigators' focus on pressure rather than evidence collection, property seizures, and dragging out investigations.
A fictitious employment scheme was uncovered at the main military hospital, where approximately 2. 6 million UAH was embezzled. The scheme's organizer withdrew funds from the cards of fictitiously employed individuals.
Ukraine and Moldova have signed a protocol to supplement the agreement on border crossing points, creating a legal basis for the opening of a new international road border crossing point. It will operate 24/7 for passenger and cargo traffic, increasing throughput capacity and export/import efficiency.
In January 2026, inflation in Ukraine was 0. 7% compared to December 2025. Prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 0.8%, with vegetables becoming the most expensive.
European Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius, will embark on a tour of EU countries. The goal is to persuade governments and the defence industry to ramp up missile production for Ukraine and European stockpiles.
Germany has rejected French President Emmanuel Macron's call for the EU to issue more common debt, calling it a 'distraction'. Berlin emphasizes the need for structural reforms and the completion of the single market.
The Ombudsman noted that he had sent inquiries to a number of state structures, including the Ministries of Defense and Health, regarding how such a mistaken DNA examination could have occurred.
In February, combat brigades were allocated over UAH 4. 5 billion through DOT-Chain Defence for ordering drones and electronic warfare systems. Over six months, approximately 350,000 units of equipment worth over UAH 16 billion have been supplied through the system.
The United Nations is awaiting a decision on the payment of almost $4 billion in debt by the United States. The UN Secretary-General warned of a possible financial collapse if member states do not pay their contributions.
The deputy general director of the Kyiv Scientific and Methodological Center of the Department of Cultural Heritage Protection of the Kyiv City State Administration was exposed for embezzling UAH 666,000. He signed reporting documents with inflated work volumes and costs for the reconstruction of the Florivsky Monastery cell.
The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine has begun preparing the Budget Declaration for 2027-2029. This document will form the basis for the preparation of the draft law on the State Budget of Ukraine for 2027.
The SBI announced a new suspicion in the case of the illegal withdrawal of assets from a Kharkiv bank. The former head of the legal department is suspected of embezzling property worth over UAH 200 million.
In Ukraine, after the heating season, an increase in electricity tariffs and other utility services is expected. The NBU explains this by the need to restore energy infrastructure after damage.
Relatives of Nazar Daletsky, who was presumed dead and buried, must return 15 million hryvnias in aid to the state. The soldier turned out to be alive and returned from captivity, which creates an unprecedented legal situation.
The specialized prosecutor's office has sent to court the case of an organized group that embezzled almost UAH 5. 5 million. The funds, allocated by the Severodonetsk Civil-Military Administration, were supposed to go to the purchase of 150 FPV drones and 20 EW stations for the military.
NABU and SAP use high-profile cases to strengthen their own political influence, an expert says.
The Russian economy is experiencing its deepest crisis in 20 years, which may force the Kremlin to reconsider its economic policy. By the end of 2025, a sharp slowdown in industrial growth and a record budget deficit were recorded.
Democratic leaders in the U. S. Congress called the White House proposal "incomplete and insufficient." This comes amid demands for new restrictions on President Trump's immigration measures.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola announced the postponement of the vote on macro-financial assistance to Ukraine until Wednesday. This decision was made to ensure uninterrupted funding for Kyiv's defense needs, to avoid running out of resources by April 2026.
Since the beginning of the full-scale war against Ukraine, Russian governors have increased spending on their own security to over 100 million rubles. This is due to internal destabilization in Russia caused by the return of military personnel from the front.
The CEO of JSC "Segezha Ukraine" from Prykarpattia is accused of illegally transferring state property and selling products at an understated price, which caused 46 million UAH in damages to the state. She is also charged with organizing the illegal transfer of her son to Romania for 18 thousand dollars.
The NHSSU has signed a contract with the controversial Odrex clinic for the "Health Screening 40+" program, despite criminal proceedings and patient complaints. This decision raises questions about patient safety and the use of budget funds.
The GUR has released data on 21 Russian enterprises involved in the development and production of unmanned systems that Russia uses in the war against Ukraine. More than half of these companies are still not under sanctions.
Throughout 2026, 39 individuals were notified of suspicion in 19 criminal proceedings under the "Dishonest Procurement" program. The total amount of damages is UAH 3.2 billion.
Vietnam has begun diversifying its arms purchases, moving away from Russian defense technologies in favor of Western standards. The country is negotiating with France for Rafale fighter jets and modernizing its army with the help of Israel and South Korea.
The ruling Bhumjaithai party, led by Anutin Charnvirakul, secured approximately 191-194 seats in Thailand's House of Representatives. The Prime Minister promises policy continuity and avoidance of radical legislative changes.
The National Fund for Mobile and Modular Energy Equipment Reserve has started operating in Ukraine to provide prompt assistance to communities. Four cogeneration units have already arrived in Kyiv, and Kharkiv will receive three.
Charging an electric car from a regular outlet in an apartment can lead to network overheating and fire. An expert warns of technical risks and possible fines for exceeding the permitted power.
Storm "Marta" caused floods and landslides on the Iberian Peninsula, leading to the evacuation of thousands of people. The agricultural sector of Spain and Portugal suffered losses of hundreds of millions of euros due to flooded crops and destroyed infrastructure.
India plans to invest up to $100 billion in domestic exploration and increase refining capacity to 6 million barrels per day by 2030. This aims to reduce dependence on imports, which currently cover 85-88% of domestic oil consumption.