Yaroslav Zheleznyak
The BEB initiates criminal proceedings based on internal analytical reports that are not evidence. This creates risks for businesses and deters the international investors needed for Ukraine’s reconstruction.
MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak said that groundless investigative actions are the main barrier to investment. Ukraine's reconstruction requires $588 billion, including private capital.
MP Oleksandr Dubinsky, who is in custody, took part in a meeting of the Verkhovna Rada Tax Committee for the first time in a long while. This was reported by MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak, who noted that the connection was made from Mensk Correctional Colony No. 91.
The President signed laws No. 15401 and No. 15402 on extending martial law and general mobilization for 90 days. The validity period has been extended from August 2 to October 31, 2026.
President Zelenskyy offered Mykhailo Fedorov a position that will unite the technological component of the state. People's Deputy Zheleznyak suggests that this could be a Deputy Prime Minister for military tech or an Advisor to the President.
Dmytro Lytvyn stated that today one should not expect the appointment of a new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He urged caution regarding information from anonymous Telegram channels.
The General Staff stated that information about the dismissal of General Oleksandr Syrskyi is not true. He continues to perform the duties of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
A group of people's deputies appealed to the president demanding the dismissal of General Syrskyi. They also propose introducing regular reporting by the military command to the parliament.
The government plans to consider personnel issues, including the appointment of acting ministers of defense and foreign affairs. Andrii Sybiha is proposed as acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Yevhen Khmara as acting Minister of Defense.
People's Deputy Yaroslav Zheleznyak reported that Maksym Tsutskiridze will be appointed permanent head of the National Police. He will replace Ivan Vyhivskyi, who has taken over the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak reported that deputies of "Servants of the People" were informed that the Verkhovna Rada will not convene until August 18. The party has not yet commented on this information.
At the faction of "Servant of the People" they reported that a different candidate is being sought for the post of Minister of Defense than Ihor Klymenko and Mykhailo Fedorov. The decision may be announced today at 21:00 or in August.
Mykyta Poturaev from the "Servant of the People" faction submitted an application to resign his mandate. He held the position of head of the committee on humanitarian policy since 2020.
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, after the appeal, agreed to hold consultations with the President regarding the candidacy of the Minister of Defense, but only after the appointment of the Prime Minister. Earlier it was reported that Zelenskyy would propose Ihor Klymenko for this position.
The Verkhovna Rada has started reviewing the candidacy of Serhiy Koretsky for the position of Prime Minister. Prior to this, the parliament adopted an appeal to the IOC regarding the extension of the suspension of athletes from russia and belarus.
The parliamentary committee supported the appointment of Serhiy Koretsky as Prime Minister. Consideration of the issue in the Verkhovna Rada is expected today.
After the government's resignation due to the dismissal of Prime Minister Svyrydenko, the future of Defense Minister Fedorov is uncertain. President Zelenskyy has not yet made a decision, and among the possible candidates are Klymenko and Budanov.
MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak reported that the decision on the appointment of the Minister of Defense has not yet been made. It is also planned to replace the Minister of Education, Oksen Lisovyi, with the head of NAQA, Andrii Butenko.
MP Zheleznyak reported that the package of ministers will be formed by evening, and tomorrow they plan to appoint everyone, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defense. The Ministry of Resources will be divided into the Ministry of Economy and Ecology, and the Ministry of Agrarian Policy will also be created.
The "Servant of the People" faction will formally submit a motion on Wednesday to appoint Serhiy Koretsky as Prime Minister. The vote in the Verkhovna Rada is expected on Thursday.
The Verkhovna Rada extended the period of general mobilization for 90 days from August 2, 2026. 311 people's deputies voted in favor of the decision.
The Verkhovna Rada voted to extend martial law from August 2 for 90 days. This is the 20th vote of the current convocation on this issue.
Verkhovna Rada deputy Yaroslav Zheleznyak confirmed that Yulia Svyrydenko may refuse the position of ambassador to the United States. She plans to discuss her future with President Zelenskyy this evening.
The parliamentary committee supported Yulia Svyrydenko's statement on resignation from the post of head of government. The vote in the Verkhovna Rada is scheduled for today, where her report will also take place.
Prime Minister Yulia Svryydenko at a committee meeting asked deputies to support her resignation. She explained the decision by a conversation with the President about renewing the government.
The Verkhovna Rada on July 14 plans to consider the dismissal of Yulia Svyrydenko from the post of Prime Minister. Appointments in the government are expected on Wednesday, an MP reported.
There is a shortage of 270 billion hryvnias for the army and the reform of military salaries. Meanwhile, 40 billion from the Ministry of Defense budget was transferred to the Reserve Fund.
Social media sellers will be required to register as individual entrepreneurs (FOP) under the threat of heavy fines. Buying alcohol online will now require mandatory identification.
Parliament passed a law on a unified declaration of integrity and family ties for judges. This will unlock over 300 million euros in financial aid from the European Union.
The Rada passed a law on railway safety to fulfill the requirements of the Ukraine Facility. The document implements European standards for certification and licensing.