Micheál Martin is in Kyiv today for talks with the President of Ukraine and the new Prime Minister. They discuss the war, EU support, and Ukraine's accession to the bloc.
The President signed a decree dismissing Vsevolod Chentsov from the post of Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the EU. He assumed the position of Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration.
The Verkhovna Rada approved the early termination of the powers of Denys Maslov and Vitalii Bezgin. They were appointed ministers of justice and for communities and territories, and IDPs respectively.
Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky proposed appointing new ministers, including Shmyhal as first vice prime minister. The Rada will consider the proposal in the near future.
President Zelenskyy has officially submitted to the Verkhovna Rada the candidacy of Serhiy Koretsky for the position of Prime Minister. The parliament will consider the motion in the near future.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented the Order of Europe to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen during her visit to Kyiv. He also signed a decree approving the statute of the new state award.
The parliament supported the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko along with the Cabinet of Ministers with 258 votes. The successor will temporarily be Denys Shmyhal.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on the new award "Order of Europe" for merits in European integration. 271 deputies voted for Zelenskyy's initiative.
Head of the "Servant of the People" faction David Arakhamia reported that the Verkhovna Rada will consider the resignation statement of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko at the next meeting. He thanked Svyrydenko for her work and expressed support for the directions of changing the political strategy announced by the President.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk announced the receipt of a resignation letter from Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. The parliament will consider the issue in the near future.
The Rada has unblocked the law on increasing defense expenditures by 1. 56 trillion hryvnias. The funds will be directed toward military salaries and equipment modernization.
Zelenskyy, together with Budanov and Stefanchuk, is holding meetings with faction leaders. This format of communication is the first in the seven years of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's presidency.
Zelenskyy discussed ending the hot phase of the war by November, provided there are security guarantees. The priorities are supporting the army and meeting IMF requirements.
The President took part in the reburial of Andriy Melnyk at a military cemetery. The authorities are already working on returning the remains of Yevhen Konovalets to Ukraine.
The Rada supported the draft Civil Code with a provision on good conduct in its first reading. Experts warn of judicial manipulation and the restriction of citizens' rights.
Owners of damaged or destroyed housing have been officially exempted from paying for house management services. The benefit will be valid during the period of property restoration.
AMCU Chairman Pavlo Kyrylenko stated that there was no evidence of anti-competitive actions by gas station operators. The committee analyzed fuel purchases in Europe.
The faction and ministers discussed draft laws to fulfill obligations to donors. According to Arakhamia, there was an open discussion on issues that concern society and on which financial aid depends.
Acting Prime Minister of Bulgaria Andrey Gyurov arrived in the capital with key ministers. Meetings with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other officials are planned.
The National Commission approved the Ukrainian orthography as a state standard, replacing the government decree of 2019. Stefanchuk announced the strengthening of the Ukrainian language.
Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk reacted to the accusations of Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili, stating that supporting pro-Ukrainian resolutions at the UN is a "minimal level of decency. " He emphasized that Ukraine needs true allies, not lectures.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk announced the swift presentation of the bill on post-war elections. The document is being developed with consideration for security and democratic standards.
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, announced the expectation of opening three negotiation clusters for Ukraine's EU membership. This was discussed during a meeting with EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and EU Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius.
Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland Włodzimierz Czarzasty arrived in Kyiv for his first visit. The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, announced upcoming meetings and discussions.
Vladyslav Heraskevych's expedited lawsuit against the IOC and IBSF has concluded. Legal arguments have been presented, and now it is up to the arbitrator to decide.
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified by the IOC, has been invited to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. This occurred after the athlete was supposed to compete in the 2026 Olympics wearing a "helmet of remembrance."
Draft law No. 14394, which allowed marriage from the age of 14 under certain conditions, has been withdrawn after public discussions. The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, confirmed the removal of the amendment.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk clarified the situation regarding the draft law on the alleged lowering of the marriage age to 14. The norm was removed from the draft due to ambiguous public perception.
Ukraine and the United Kingdom will jointly produce a thousand Octopus interceptor drones monthly starting from February 2026. These drones are designed to destroy Shahed-type attack UAVs.
The Verkhovna Rada recommended approving the updated orthography by February 1, 2026. However, the National Commission on State Language Standards states that it has not received any materials, so there will be no changes to the norms of the current orthography.
