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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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Shmyhal on access to funds under the Ukraine Facility program: we need to create a single list of projects as soon as possible

Shmyhal held the first meeting of the Steering Board for the Coordination of Central Executive Authorities to support Ukraine's participation in the Multi-Donor Coordination Platform. According to him, the country already has access to funding under the EU's Ukraine Facility program, so we need to form a single list of projects as soon as possible.

Economy • July 11, 03:20 PM • 34309 views
Slovak PM Fico says he has returned to work after assassination attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who survived an assassination attempt in May, returned to work after recovering from his injuries.

News of the World • July 9, 06:55 PM • 21579 views
Two and three queues: Ukrenergo told about the outage schedules for July 10

On Wednesday, July 10, stabilization power outages will take place throughout the day in Ukraine. For the most part, there will be three phases of power outages.

Economy • July 9, 03:59 PM • 31952 views
In just 22 hours: Ukrainians raised UAH 250 million for Okhmatdyt

In 22 hours, Ukrainians raised 250 million hryvnias to rebuild the Okhmatdyt children's hospital, which was hit by a Russian missile attack.

Society • July 9, 01:16 PM • 19430 views
Shmyhal presented 4 mechanisms of government support for citizens and businesses on energy sustainability

The government has developed and partially launched four support programs to encourage energy sustainability for citizens and businesses, including interest-free loans for the installation of solar/wind installations. There are also preferential loans for gas generation systems, loans for condominiums for the installation of solar stations and heat pumps with a 70% reimbursement.

Economy • July 9, 01:05 PM • 38293 views
Shmyhal on electricity restrictions: after July 20, we expect the situation to improve

After July 20, the situation with power outages in Ukraine is expected to improve due to the completion of repairs at some generation facilities and emergency electricity supplies from the EU.

Society • July 9, 12:45 PM • 13708 views
We expect partners to make bold and right decisions at the NATO summit - Shmyhal

Ukraine expects more weapons, air defense systems and tougher sanctions against russia from NATO partners at the upcoming summit to stop Russia's genocidal war.

Politics • July 9, 12:38 PM • 19870 views
People dismantle the rubble of the Okhmatdyt building, which was hit by a russian missile

People are dismantling the rubble of the Okhmatdyt children's hospital in Kyiv, which was destroyed by a russian missile strike, and there may be people under the rubble.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 09:18 AM • 60297 views
Number of wounded in missile attack rises to 15 - Ministry of Internal Affairs

As a result of the massive Russian attack on Kyiv, 15 people were injured, and there may be people under the rubble of the children's medical center.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 09:14 AM • 50934 views
Russian attack on the capital: there may be people under the rubble in a children's medical institution - Shmyhal

The Children's Medical Center in Kyiv was hit by Russian missiles, people may be trapped under the rubble, and there are reports of damage to other buildings and casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 09:02 AM • 62896 views
Government presents decentralized energy support programs for citizens and businesses

The Prime Minister of Ukraine has outlined five main areas of government work in the energy sector, including various programs to support households and businesses in installing alternative energy sources such as solar panels and wind turbines.

Society • July 5, 06:12 PM • 29944 views
Shmyhal inspects construction of fortifications in Donetsk region

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal visited the lines of fortifications in Donetsk region, for which the government has allocated UAH 2. 4 billion out of UAH 37.3 billion for fortification construction this year.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 03:44 PM • 21678 views
The government has enabled condominiums and housing cooperatives to take out affordable loans for alternative sources of electricity

The government has provided condominiums and housing cooperatives with the opportunity to receive affordable loans of up to UAH 5 million at 7% per annum for up to 5 years to implement energy efficiency measures.

Economy • July 5, 03:03 PM • 18279 views
Uninterrupted power supply for the military and preparation for winter: Shmyhal spoke about the instructions given

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal instructed the ministries to ensure uninterrupted power supply to military formations in the frontline regions, resolve water supply issues, prepare for winter, and develop mechanisms for distributing humanitarian aid in the form of liquefied gas for the needs of household consumers.

Society • July 5, 02:29 PM • 13274 views
After Zelensky's criticism, Shmyhal came to Donetsk region to inspect the reconstruction of a thermal generation facility

Following Zelenskiy's criticism, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal visited Donetsk Oblast to inspect the reconstruction of a thermal generation facility to provide heat and electricity.

Society • July 5, 01:09 PM • 17422 views
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 • 18729 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 • 20599 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 • 33883 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 • 30645 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 • 16842 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 • 27658 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 • 33023 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 • 37627 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 • 58617 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 • 21515 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 • 20285 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 • 17652 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 • 101006 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 • 30465 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 • 30341 views