Denis Shmyhal


Patriot missile stocks in Ukraine could run out within weeks - CNN
The only way to protect Ukraine from Russian ballistic missiles is the Patriot systems, the ammunition for which may run out. The US has suspended military aid, and other countries cannot produce these missiles.

The government promises free meals for high school students in frontline regions
Starting from September 2025, students in grades 5-11 in frontline regions will receive free meals in schools. Currently, over 1.6 million children in grades 1-4 are provided with free lunches.

Ukraine will be able to meet 100% of its artillery needs this year - Shmyhal
Ukraine plans to meet 100% of its artillery needs through domestic production this year and to manufacture over 2. 5 million drones. Over the past three years, the defense industry has grown to $35 billion.

Shmyhal: Ukraine's treasury account has 126 billion UAH, foreign exchange reserves amount to $40.3 billion.
Ukraine's treasury account has 126 billion UAH, and foreign exchange reserves amount to $40. 3 billion. The budget plan for January-February has been exceeded by 2 billion UAH, and the deficit of $38 billion is planned to be covered by international assistance.

In Ukraine, the number of officials has been reduced by almost 30% - the Prime Minister
In the last three years, Ukraine has reduced the number of officials by 30%, which amounts to over 30,000 people. The optimization of the state apparatus continues through the digitization of services and the improvement of registries.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine on the military contingent: we have not received any official proposals.
Ukraine has not received official proposals regarding the deployment of foreign military contingents from its partners. The Prime Minister stated readiness to discuss this issue after receiving specific proposals.

Shmyhal revealed Ukraine's conditions regarding peace negotiations and future guarantees.
Ukraine is ready for peace negotiations, but only on its own terms and according to the President's formula. The Prime Minister named potential security guarantors for Ukraine, including the USA, the EU, and the United Kingdom.

Ukraine is determined to continue cooperation with the US - Prime Minister
Ukraine is ready to sign an agreement with the USA to create a joint investment fund. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining partnership with the USA in military, financial, and political spheres.

Shmyhal on signing the resource agreement: we expect diplomatic agreements from the US
Shmyhal stated Ukraine's readiness to sign a framework agreement with the USA regarding the establishment of a joint investment fund. Ukraine expects specific agreements at the diplomatic level following public signals from the American side.

Shmyhal: the risk of ensuring the Patriot system exists, but we will find a solution with our partners.
The Prime Minister of Ukraine acknowledged the existence of risks regarding the provision of ammunition and maintenance for the Patriot system. Shmyhal assured that Ukraine, together with its partners, will find a solution to this problem.

Work on the second agreement regarding minerals has not yet begun - Shmyhal
The framework agreement between Ukraine and the USA provides for the creation of a joint Investment Development Fund. Ukraine will contribute 50% of future revenues from mineral resources, but work on the main agreement has not yet begun.

"We do not consider a 'Plan B', only victory: Shmyhal on Ukraine's actions in case of cessation of partner assistance."
The Prime Minister of Ukraine stated that "Plan B" is not being considered, the only option is victory and survival. In the event of a cessation of support from the EU and the USA, Ukraine will continue the fight for victory.

Shmyhal: as of yesterday, assistance from the US was arriving
The Prime Minister of Ukraine reported that as of yesterday, aid from the United States was coming in unchanged. This refutes media reports about Trump's order to suspend aid.

Shmyhal: the government is not considering raising tariffs in the near future.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that the government does not plan to raise tariffs in the near future. Electricity consumption in Ukraine has decreased by 2.3% compared to the previous working day.

Shmyhal: Ukraine aims to open all six negotiation clusters with the EU in 2025
Ukraine plans to open all six negotiation clusters for EU membership in 2025. Three clusters are set to be opened during the Polish presidency, and the other three during the Danish presidency.

Ukraine is ready to sign a resource agreement with the US - Shmyhal
The Prime Minister of Ukraine expressed gratitude to the American nation and confirmed readiness to sign the prepared agreement. The details of the document are not yet disclosed.

Shmyhal: the Ukrainian defense industry has grown 35 times in three years
The Ukrainian defense industry has reached a capacity of $35 billion and has entered the TOP-50 global defense companies. The production of weapons and equipment has increased significantly, particularly artillery - threefold, and armored personnel carriers - fivefold.

"We need a real, honest peace, not an endless war": Zelensky held a meeting.
At the meeting of the Staff, they analyzed the packages of military assistance and funding for 2025. They discussed issues of state resilience and ways to achieve peace through diplomacy.

Tomorrow in Ukraine, power will be limited for businesses: when
Due to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities, restrictions for industry and business will be introduced tomorrow. The restrictions will be in effect from 06:00 to 09:00 and from 15:00 to 22:00; household consumers will not be disconnected.

Ukraine and the IMF agree on the seventh review of the EFF program at the expert level
Ukraine and the IMF reached an agreement at the expert level on the seventh review of the EFF program. The total amount of support is $15.5 billion, of which $9.8 billion has already been disbursed.

Last day of Winter eSupport: Shmyhal tells how many Ukrainians have applied for UAH 1000
February 28 is the last day to apply for Winter eHelp, and 14. 4 million Ukrainians have already applied for the payment. The funds can be used until the end of the year, and other social programs will continue to operate.

The Cabinet of Ministers will add subsidies to people who did not receive them due to late submission of data - Shmyhal
The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to re-accrue subsidies to citizens who did not receive them due to late submission of data. The changes also apply to rental subsidies for IDPs in Kharkiv and Sumy.

Pensions will increase for almost 10 million pensioners: Shmyhal told about changes from March 1
Pensions will increase by 11. 5% for 10 million pensioners, and prices for 200 popular medicines will be reduced by up to 50%. Payments for 1.2 million IDPs will automatically continue and subsidies will be settled.

Shmyhal: Ukraine has a security guarantee agreement with the US
Ukraine has a signed security assurance agreement with the United States and about 30 other similar agreements with other partners. Some of the agreements are already in place, with partners providing financial assistance and weapons.

By 2050, Ukraine's population could drop to 25 million people - WP
According to forecasts, Ukraine's population could drop to 25 million by 2050. Currently, the country is home to about 36 million people, 5 million fewer than before the war.

The Cabinet of Ministers approved the signing of a subsoil agreement with the USA - Shmyhal
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved the signing of an agreement with the USA on subsoil. The decision was announced by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.

Minerals deal with the United States: Shmyhal explains how it will work
Ukraine will contribute 50% of revenues from future natural resources to a new joint recovery fund with the United States. The fund will be managed by both governments and reinvested in Ukraine's development and security.

PM: minerals deal to be signed after Zelenskiy and Trump agree on security guarantees
A representative of the Ukrainian government will sign a preliminary agreement on minerals after the presidents agree on security guarantees. Work will then begin on the creation of a joint Ukrainian-American investment fund.

The final version of the agreement with the US has been "effectively worked out", the government will consider it today - Shmyhal
Ukraine and the US have completed work on an agreement to create a joint investment fund for reconstruction. The signing of the document will only take place after receiving security guarantees from the US.

Rada refuses to summon government officials on resource deal
The MPs did not support the proposal to summon Shmyhal and Svyrydenko to discuss the details of the resource deal. The coalition argued that “it is very difficult for government officials now”.