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Higher education of 18-24 year old personnel without leaving the service: the government approved the draft law

The Cabinet approved a draft law that will allow servicemen aged 18-24 to receive higher education without interrupting their service. This applies to contract soldiers and mobilized persons.

Society • April 29, 10:58 AM • 5116 views

Umerov has three new deputies: he called the goal greater efficiency and deeper integration with partners

Rustem Umerov announced the appointment of Boyev as the first deputy, Shevtsov as the deputy for logistics, Kozenko as the deputy for aviation. Serhiy Melnyk resigned from the post of Deputy Minister of Defense.

War • April 29, 09:57 AM • 3038 views

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Anniversary of "Ramstein": challenges and transformations that the format has undergone

April 27 marked the third anniversary of the Contact Group on Defense of Ukraine "Ramstein". Since its creation, the format has become a platform for providing Ukraine with military assistance worth billions of dollars.

War • April 27, 05:03 AM • 86062 views

Ukraine and the USA maintain diplomatic contacts regarding peaceful settlement - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Ukraine actively supports dialogue with the United States at various levels for peaceful settlement. Intense diplomatic work is ongoing, most of which is happening non-publicly.

War • April 25, 10:40 AM • 5809 views

Ukraine needs more air defense systems: Ihnat commented on the night attack of the invaders

Russia carried out a massive combined attack on Ukraine, using various types of missiles and UAVs. Ukraine needs more air defense systems to protect the population from such attacks.

War • April 24, 09:08 AM • 5607 views

Umerov on meeting with Kellogg: analyzed possible scenarios for ending the war

The Ukrainian delegation discussed scenarios for ending the war with General Kellogg and agreed on approaches. Strengthening defense capabilities with Britain and support for peace initiatives were also discussed.

War • April 23, 07:31 PM • 6569 views

The US has a better understanding of Russia's position on Ukraine - Rubio

Marco Rubio said that the US has a better understanding of Russia's position on Ukraine. It is important to understand Ukraine's position in order to find a compromise and end the war.

Politics • April 23, 04:32 PM • 14263 views

A meeting of officials from the coalition of the willing regarding the war in Ukraine took place in London. The Presidential Office revealed the details

A meeting of national security advisors of the coalition countries took place in London, where peace efforts for Ukraine were discussed. The parties agreed on regular consultations for a just peace.

War • April 23, 03:00 PM • 188107 views

The Ukrainian delegation has started its first meeting in London: it will discuss with Britain ways to strengthen Ukraine and guarantee peace

A meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense of Ukraine and Great Britain has started in London. Ways to strengthen Ukraine and guarantee long-term peace are being discussed.

War • April 23, 09:29 AM • 7099 views

How much did ministers earn in 2024: analysis of declarations

The total amount of cash assets of government officials in 2024 increased by 13% and amounted to more than UAH 219 million. The largest income was declared by Oleksiy Chernyshov - UAH 37.5 million.

Economy • April 23, 09:27 AM • 5639 views

Ukraine's delegation arrived in London: Yermak promises to work "despite everything" for the sake of peace, ways to achieve a ceasefire in focus

Andriy Yermak arrived in London with Umerov and Sybiha for peace talks. Ukraine is determined to achieve a complete ceasefire.

War • April 23, 08:19 AM • 7810 views

Ukraine imported nearly 128 thousand civilian drones in three months of 2025, 98% - from China

In the first quarter of 2025, Ukraine imported 127. 8 thousand civilian drones worth $371.3 million. This is 39% more than in 2024, with 98% of the drones coming from China.

Economy • April 21, 11:33 AM • 2887 views

Does Ukraine support US President Trump's peace plan by 90%? What the Ministry of Defense says

It was reported that the Minister of Defense of Ukraine supports Trump's peace plan by 90%. The Ministry of Defense refuted this statement, emphasizing that the agency does not make political decisions and cannot give percentage evaluations.

War • April 19, 01:53 PM • 5043 views

Defenders of 2022 will gradually return from the front - Lieutenant General Gavrylyuk

Ukraine is preparing mechanisms to replace soldiers who have been fighting since 2022, but demobilization is possible only if there are human resources. Lieutenant General Gavrylyuk remains in the Ministry of Defense team.

Society • April 18, 03:28 PM • 10089 views

Ivan Gavrylyuk remains in the Ministry of Defense team: what is known

Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov stated that Lieutenant General Ivan Gavrylyuk will continue to work in the team. His new position and area of responsibility will be announced soon.

War • April 18, 12:56 PM • 7516 views

Meeting with the "coalition of the willing" in Paris: Yermak revealed details of the agreements

Negotiations between delegations from Ukraine, the USA and coalition countries took place in Paris. They discussed a ceasefire, security guarantees and the return of Ukrainian children.

War • April 17, 11:10 PM • 6109 views

Coordinated further diplomatic contacts and meetings: Zelenskyy spoke with Macron for the second time today

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Emmanuel Macron coordinated further diplomatic contacts and meetings regarding the establishment of peace. Zelenskyy thanked Macron for his leadership.

War • April 17, 07:05 PM • 3966 views

Kellogg called the meetings in Paris on ending the war in Ukraine "very productive"

US Special Representative Keith Kellogg announced the productivity of the meetings in Paris regarding the end of the war in Ukraine. He met with Yermak and Umerov at the Élysée Palace.

War • April 17, 06:43 PM • 10840 views

Ukrainian delegation in Paris held talks with members of the "coalition of the willing": the issue of a contingent was raised

Negotiations on a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine took place in Paris. The involvement of a multinational contingent and the development of a security architecture were discussed.

War • April 17, 11:39 AM • 8200 views

Ukrainian delegation has arrived in Paris for negotiations with the US

The Head of the Presidential Office reported arriving in Paris together with the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense for meetings on security guarantees with France, Germany, Britain, and the United States.

Politics • April 17, 06:39 AM • 6494 views

New support packages and contingent: Zelenskyy heard Umerov's report

Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a new security architecture and new support packages from partners. He emphasized that Ukraine is ready for political decisions.

War • April 16, 06:43 PM • 9560 views

The State Border Guard Service is coordinating with the General Staff the recruitment of its ranks under the "Contract 18-24" program - Demchenko

The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine is joining the staffing process under the "contract 18-24" program. Currently, all necessary issues are being coordinated with the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War • April 16, 10:32 AM • 9897 views

Ukrainian long-range weapons, in which Lithuania invested, are already working at the front - Minister

The Ministry of Defense of Lithuania has allocated 10 million euros for the production of Ukrainian long-range weapons. This weapon is already being used effectively at the front.

War • April 14, 10:19 AM • 4026 views

Ukraine needs ten air defense systems and the free world has them: what Zelensky said during his speech at Ramstein

The President of Ukraine addressed the participants of "Ramstein", emphasizing the need for 10 Patriot systems. He emphasized that Russia is the only cause of the war.

War • April 11, 04:08 PM • 13061 views

Ukraine has a problem with insufficient funding for the purchase of components for the manufacture of weapons - Kamyshin

Last year, the Ukrainian defense industry produced $10 billion worth of weapons, covering 30-40% of the front's needs. The main problem is insufficient funding for the purchase of components.

War • April 11, 03:19 PM • 11785 views

Norway will allocate 822 million euros for equipping and training Ukrainian brigades – Umerov

Norway will allocate 10 billion Norwegian kroner (822 million euros) for equipping and training a Ukrainian brigade. The brigade is being created jointly with the countries of Northern Europe and the Baltic States.

War • April 11, 02:26 PM • 9323 views

Umerov stated that Hegset participated in the Ramstein meeting

Rustem Umerov stated that the participation of the US Secretary of Defense in the "Ramstein" meeting confirms support for Ukraine. Hegset joined the meeting online, despite previous reports of the absence of a US representative.

War • April 11, 01:09 PM • 8762 views

Ukraine and its partners are forming an EW Coalition to strengthen defense - Umerov

Ukraine and Germany have officially launched the Radio-Electronic Warfare Coalition within the framework of "Ramstein". The initiative, which was joined by 11 states, will focus on the purchase of equipment and training of specialists.

War • April 11, 12:56 PM • 8298 views

Germany cannot provide Ukraine with additional air defense systems, so allies are looking for them all over the world - Pistorius

Germany has already handed over 4 Patriot systems to Ukraine and cannot provide more at the moment. Allies are looking for additional air defense systems for Ukraine around the world.

News of the World • April 11, 12:09 PM • 11553 views

Shmyhal met with his Belgian counterpart: they discussed defense cooperation and sanctions against Russia

Ukraine and Belgium will cooperate in the defense sector and increase joint production. The parties also discussed sanctions against Russia and Ukraine's European integration.

War • April 10, 06:16 PM • 11741 views

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

Construction of the metro to Vynohradar: the developer responded whether the pipe breakthrough will affect the pace

World Football Day: victories and defeats of the Ukrainian national team in a year

The first hundred days of Trump's presidency: what they were remembered for and what to expect in the future

Behind the guise of science - the interests of a pharmaceutical giant: how the Academy of Legal Sciences covered up the pressure on the pharmacy business

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

Skulls and bones in a garbage dump in Kyiv's Podil district turned out to be archaeological artifacts - police

Relatives of those missing during the war will be able to apply at their place of residence: The Rada adopted the bill as a basis

Two teenagers fell from the 16th floor in Lviv: what is known

Enemy information campaign to fuel panic: The National Security and Defense Council denied the fake about the preparation for the surrender of the city of Sumy

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

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