State budget
The defense sector accounted for one-third of Ukraine's GDP growth in 2024. Domestic production currently covers 40% of the front line's armament needs.
The budget received €2. 6 billion for social and humanitarian needs. The total amount of funding under the Ukraine Facility has reached €29.4 billion.
The case of a former Ministry of Defense official regarding the procurement of 300,000 low-quality gloves has been referred to court. The losses to the state amount to over 231 million hryvnias.
The Cabinet of Ministers has increased the compensation period for hosting IDPs without documents to 90 days. 833 million UAH has been allocated for housing for children's homes in 2026.
1,151 applications totaling 10. 8 billion hryvnias were submitted for the Thousand Springs initiative. The results of the first selection stage will be announced on June 12.
The government has allocated 3. 5 billion UAH for the repair of critical sections of local roads. The funds will be distributed among all regions on the basis of co-financing from local communities.
The mission has completed its work, and the risks to receiving the $686 million tranche have been removed. The IMF has postponed the taxation of individual entrepreneurs (FOPs) and expects revenues from the de-shadowing of the economy.
ARMA has brought the sale of the yacht Royal Romance, seized in Croatia, to its final stage. The proceeds from the sale of the asset will go to the state budget.
At the SPIEF, Russian officials claimed economic stability despite fuel shortages and debts. ISW and intelligence point to a crisis and a Russian budget deficit of $80 billion.
President Zelenskyy announced the development of arms exports to strengthen the economy. The NSDC and the Ministry of Defense are already working on the necessary regulatory changes.
Analysts have identified the primary manipulation schemes in state tenders and procurement. The new law is intended to strengthen oversight and bring procedures closer to EU standards.
The average salary in Ukraine reached 28,885 hryvnias in the first quarter of 2026. Women receive only 73% of men's income due to the gap across different sectors.
At the St. Petersburg Forum, the Russian Federation is trying to hide a budget deficit of 80 billion dollars. Revenues have fallen by 40%, and 71 of the country's regions have become deficit-ridden.
Yulia Svyrydenko discussed the implementation of the $8. 1 billion program with the IMF mission. Next week, the Rada will consider amendments to the 2026 state budget.
Kyrylo Budanov discussed structural reforms and financial stability with the IMF mission. Ukraine continues the implementation of the EFF program and the fight against corruption.
The head of the Finance Department of the Kyiv City State Administration will be tried for negligence in processing loans. Due to unnecessary credits, Kyiv's budget lost more than 581 million hryvnias.
The unit commander and his deputy are suspected of causing 11 million UAH in damages. They unjustifiably increased the prices of generators for the AFU by 14%.
The Defense Procurement Agency has signed contracts for the supply of 1,500 motorcycles for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Thanks to the tender, nearly 12 million hryvnias were saved, Mykhailo Fedorov stated.
The State Duma of the Russian Federation has authorized the in-absentia seizure of citizens' property abroad for criticizing the authorities. The new regulations will affect 'foreign agents' and hundreds of thousands of relocants.
Due to the exhaustion of resources and drone strikes, Russia's offensive is slowing down. The Kremlin acknowledges that war goals are unattainable and that there is a threat of an economic crisis.
In Zakarpattia, an official allowed the embezzlement of UAH 104. 9 million intended for the protection of an energy facility. He approved the procurement of materials at prices inflated fivefold.
Russian officials warn Putin of the critical cost of war and budget deficits. Ukraine is increasing pressure on the enemy's rear thanks to drones and EU assistance.
Zelenskyy introduced direct funding for brigades and ordered an increase in shell supplies. The Staff also discussed strengthening air defense and anti-ballistic protection.
The SAPO has issued a new notice of suspicion to Vasyl Lozynskyi regarding procurement at inflated prices. The damages to the state from these actions amount to millions of hryvnias.
Ukraine is changing reservation rules and increasing payments to military personnel. New deadlines for IDPs and the digitalization of employment records are also in effect.
The Russian Federation has banned aviation fuel exports until the end of November due to attacks on oil refineries. The decision was made to avoid a shortage amid falling oil refining volumes.
The program was used by 2. 3 million Ukrainians, saving up to 15% on fuel. The funds can be spent on utility bills, medicine, or supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The European Commission will initiate a procedure against Sofia due to a budget deficit of 3. 5%. Experts forecast the figure will continue to rise to 4.3% in 2027.
The Pentagon chief promised to find a way to transfer Patriot missiles to Ukraine. The US will also allocate $56 billion for drones, studying the experience of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
In June, Ukraine celebrates Constitution Day and various professional holidays. Religious dates have shifted due to the transition to the Revised Julian calendar.