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Denys Shmyhal

Minister of Defense of Ukraine.
Denys Anatoliyovych Shmyhal was born on October 13, 1975, in Lviv. He received his education at Lviv Polytechnic National University, where in 2003 he also earned a Ph.D. in Economics. Throughout his career, he held leadership positions at enterprises in Lviv and worked in the Lviv Regional State Administration. He served as the Minister of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine. In 2020, he became the Prime Minister of Ukraine. Since July 2025, he has been the Minister of Defense.
2003
Earned a Ph.D. in Economics
2009
Began working at the Lviv Regional State Administration
2014
Appointed Deputy Head of the Main Directorate of MinDokhody (currently the State Tax Service) in Lviv Oblast
2015
Became CEO of "Lvivkholod" company
2020
Headed the Government of Ukraine
2025
Appointed Minister of Defense of Ukraine
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Ukraine expects to receive $1.1 billion in September and December under EFF program - Marchenko

Currently, there are a number of technical requirements, mainly related to humanitarian and fiscal policy, that can be met by the deadlines. The next reviews of the program, where Ukraine can receive $2.2 billion, are scheduled for September and December.

Economy • July 4, 01:38 PM • 18656 views
The funds will be used for social spending: Marchenko on IMF tranche

Ukraine received €2. 2 billion from the IMF. The funds will be used for social spending, such as pensions, salaries for teachers, doctors, and other social programs.

Economy • July 4, 01:31 PM • 20539 views
They will help Ukrainians in times of electricity shortages and problems with mobile communications: Zelensky announces new programs

President Zelenskiy announces new programs to help Ukrainians during power outages and stabilize mobile communications after meetings with government officials.

Society • July 3, 05:22 PM • 33803 views
Ukraine receives $2.2 billion from the IMF

Ukraine received $2. 2 billion from the IMF as part of the $16 billion EFF program to finance critical budget expenditures, social payments and salaries.

Economy • July 3, 07:35 AM • 30588 views
Shmyhal: Ukraine expects to receive $2.2 billion tranche from IMF next week

Ukraine expects to receive a $2. 2 billion tranche from the IMF next week after passing the fourth review of the IMF program.

Economy • June 28, 01:20 PM • 16812 views
Negotiations with the European Commission may begin in July, where Ukraine will present its progress in adapting national legislation to EU legislation - Shmyhal

Ukraine plans to start bilateral meetings with the European Commission next month to present progress in harmonizing national legislation with EU legislation on each negotiated chapter.

Politics • June 28, 11:28 AM • 27631 views
Ukraine to receive $60 billion in annual military aid from allies over next four years - Prime Minister

Ukraine will receive $60 billion in annual military aid from its allies over the next 4 years, according to security agreements signed with the EU, the US, and other partners.

Economy • June 28, 11:12 AM • 32949 views
IMF board meeting on Ukraine and decision on $2.2 billion tranche expected today

Ukraine expects to receive a $2. 2 billion tranche from the IMF after the successful 4th review of the EFF program at the June 28 IMF Board meeting.

Economy • June 28, 06:39 AM • 37581 views
Shmygal sends officials to frontline regions after Zelensky's criticism

Prime minister Denys Shmyhol instructed ministers to immediately make working trips to front-line regions after President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized officials for not being there for months.

Politics • June 27, 09:27 AM • 58586 views
Stefanyshyna announced the projected timing of Ukraine's accession to the EU

Ukraine is confidently moving towards full membership in the European Union with projected accession dates until 2030, according to the forecast of the president of the European Council, Charles Michel.

Politics • June 25, 05:32 PM • 21434 views
EU opens negotiations on Ukraine's accession: prime minister declares readiness to work ahead

The European Union has opened negotiations on Ukraine's accession, and although we still have a lot of work to do on the way to joining, the Ukrainian side is ready for it, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has said.

Politics • June 25, 02:36 PM • 20248 views
An intergovernmental conference marking the beginning of negotiations on Ukraine's membership in the EU has kicked off in Luxembourg

Ukraine and the European Union are actively starting negotiations on Ukraine's membership in the EU at an intergovernmental conference in Luxembourg.

Politics • June 25, 01:55 PM • 17607 views
Umerov discussed the situation on the battlefield with the US Deputy Secretary of State

US undersecretary of State for political affairs John Bass met with Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov to discuss the situation on the battlefield and Ukraine's urgent defense needs against the Russian invasion.

War in Ukraine • June 21, 05:45 PM • 100940 views
Ukraine may receive 16 billion euros of financial support from the EU this year - Ministry of Finance

International partners have assured Ukraine of further financial support for the implementation of the 2024 budget, while the EU is expected to provide the largest assistance in the amount of 16 billion euros, provided that Ukraine fulfills its obligations under the financing plan for Ukraine.

Economy • June 21, 03:07 PM • 30416 views
The government approved a draft law on the creation of a unified information system for the social sphere - Shmygal

The Cabinet of Ministers approved the draft law on the creation of a unified information system for the social sphere, which will contain databases and information on recipients of all types of social assistance provided by the state, which will ensure more targeted support and efficient use of budget funds.

Society • June 21, 11:54 AM • 30288 views
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the program of energy efficiency and strengthening the sustainability of the Ukrainian energy system for UAH 759 million

The Cabinet of Ministers approved the program of energy efficiency and sustainability of the Ukrainian energy system worth UAH 759 million, which includes a reduction in loan rates for the implementation of energy efficiency projects and the establishment of alternative energy sources.

Economy • June 21, 11:39 AM • 29912 views
The government allocates UAH 1 billion for school buses

The government allocates UAH 1 billion in subventions from the state budget to local budgets for the purchase of school buses in 2024, giving priority to Ukrainian manufacturers to support the domestic economy.

Society • June 21, 11:31 AM • 21938 views
With benefits and credit programs: Zelensky instructed to simplify the installation of solar panels and batteries for Ukrainians

President Zelensky instructed the government to develop conditions that simplify the installation of solar panels and batteries for the population, including tax incentives and credit programs, as part of the strategy for the development of renewable energy and energy security in Ukraine.

Economy • June 20, 03:46 PM • 22308 views
Parliamentary VSK will check fortifications on the border with Belarus: MP told details

A temporary special commission of the Verkhovna Rada will check the construction of fortifications on the border with Belarus in Volyn, Rivne, Zhytomyr, Kiev and Sumy regions, as well as the use of funds allocated for fortifications and engineering barriers on the contact line.

War in Ukraine • June 20, 01:17 PM • 25174 views
Shmygal spoke with the IMF about structural beacons and reforms: he expects the next tranche of $2.2 billion at the end of June

Ukrainian prime minister Denys Shmyhal expects Ukraine to receive $2. 2 billion from the IMF under the $15.6 billion EFF program by the end of this month, and welcomes the decision of the G7 countries to allocate Україні $50 billion from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.

Economy • June 20, 01:15 PM • 20611 views
Ukraine and Poland held talks on deepening cooperation - Ministry of Defense

Ukraine and Poland held talks in Kyiv to coordinate Poland's efforts to fully support and rebuild Ukraine, discussing urgent military needs, joint defense production and bilateral cooperation.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 05:24 PM • 100334 views
Shmyhal discusses restoration of Ukrainian energy with Marshal of the Polish Sejm

Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met in Kyiv with Polish Sejm Marshal Szymon Holovna to discuss energy cooperation, Ukraine's integration into the EU, support against Russian aggression, and bilateral infrastructure projects with further assistance from Poland.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 02:15 PM • 26738 views
The Cabinet of Ministers instructed the Ministry of Energy to regularly inform the population about the state of the power system

The Cabinet of Ministers instructed the Ministry of Energy to regularly inform the public through briefings on the state of the energy system and key issues to prevent information manipulation.

Economy • June 18, 02:08 PM • 26967 views
Government has expanded the scope of the "5-7-9" loan program - Shmyhal

The government expanded the scope of the 5-7-9 loan program to include loans for the construction and equipment of gas turbine, gas piston, and biogas plants.

Economy • June 18, 02:05 PM • 22697 views
Ukraine expects €1.9 billion under the Ukraine Facility program this month - Shmyhal

This month, Ukraine expects to receive €1. 9 billion under the Extended Fund Facility program and $2.2 billion from the IMF.

Economy • June 18, 01:59 PM • 21509 views
NABU wants to repair air conditioners, even though power companies ask not to use them to save electricity

While the government calls for saving electricity by not using air conditioners, Ukraine's anti-corruption bureau, NABU, plans to spend almost 400,000 hryvnias on air conditioning repairs.

Society • June 18, 07:54 AM • 164048 views
Russian money should become a key source of Ukraine's recovery - Shmyhal

Russian money from frozen assets worth more than $300 billion should be a key source for Ukraine's long-term recovery from the war, with $50 billion of these assets to be provided by the G7 countries this year.

War in Ukraine • June 14, 11:25 PM • 101313 views
Council of Europe Development Bank to provide Ukraine with 100 million euros for compensation for destroyed Housing - Ministry of Finance

The Development Bank of the Council of Europe will provide Ukraine with a loan of 100 million euros for the program "Nome. Compensation for destroyed housing" is aimed at supporting citizens affected by the full-scale war.

Society • June 11, 11:12 AM • 18568 views
Zelensky approves composition of Ukrainian delegation to reconstruction conference in Berlin

President Zelensky approved the composition of the Ukrainian delegation headed by First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko to participate in the conference on the restoration of Ukraine in Berlin on June 11-12 amid the scandal surrounding the dismissal of the previous deputy prime minister for reconstruction.

Politics • June 10, 05:27 PM • 23013 views
F-16, military cooperation and support for Ukrainian defense enterprises: Umerov met with the head of the Dutch Defense Ministry

Ukraine and the Netherlands discussed military cooperation, attracting support for Ukrainian defense enterprises and the program for creating an F-16 jet fighter during the visit of the Dutch Defense Minister.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 05:18 PM • 22091 views