Yaroslav Zheleznyak

News by theme

MPs to consider a draft law that would classify oil and gas condensate as zero-rated excisable goods

The draft law plans to classify oil, oil products, and gas condensate as excisable goods with a zero excise tax rate, and to include some solvents as excisable goods with a rate of 245 euros per 1000 liters.

Economy • April 23, 02:40 PM • 19849 views

The Council supported the draft law on improving the system of initial general military training

The Verkhovna Rada voted in the first reading in favor of a bill that introduces basic general military training by teaching the subject "Defense of the Fatherland" to high school and vocational school students.

War • April 23, 12:42 PM • 18872 views

Rada supported the strengthening of responsibility for trade in excisable goods without permits: what fines are envisaged

The Verkhovna Rada has supported a draft law that establishes new fines for illegal trade in beer, alcoholic beverages, tobacco products and e-cigarette liquids without state registration or permits.

Economy • April 23, 12:35 PM • 17633 views

Rada allowed ARMA to buy military bonds for seized currency

The Verkhovna Rada allowed to the National Agency for the Management of Assets Derived from Corruption and Other Crimes (ARMA) to buy military bonds using up to 80% of seized foreign currency during martial law and within one month after its lifting.

War • April 23, 09:59 AM • 19384 views

Parliament plans to dismiss seven members of the Accounting Chamber - MP

The Parliament plans to dismiss 7 members of the Accounting Chamber due to the expiration of their term of office, not 1, as previously planned.

Politics • April 23, 07:14 AM • 25182 views

MP: Government to face personnel changes next week

Next week, the Ukrainian parliament may dismiss several ministers, including two deputy prime ministers, the Prosecutor General, members of the Accounting Chamber, and possibly the Minister of Education and Culture, as part of a government reshuffle.

Politics • April 19, 05:43 PM • 23096 views

Critical Infrastructure Protection: MPs urgently summoned the Head of the Ministry of Infrastructure and the Head of the State Agency for Reconstruction to the Rada

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has voted to summon Infrastructure Minister Oleksandr Kubrakov and Head of the State Agency for the Restoration and Development of Infrastructure Mustafa Nayem to a meeting to discuss the protection of critical infrastructure following recent Russian missile and drone attacks on such facilities.

War • April 11, 08:33 AM • 26239 views

Verkhovna Rada adopts draft law on mobilization

Ukraine's parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, has passed a draft law on mobilization/.

War • April 11, 07:45 AM • 105606 views

Rada adopts draft law on liability for mobilization evasion in first reading, but still in old version - MP

Parliament passed in the first reading a draft law on liability for evading mobilization, but in the government's initial tough version, which will be finalized for the second reading.

War • April 10, 10:45 AM • 85584 views

On April 10, the draft law on mobilization will be submitted to the Parliament - MP

The Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security approved the text of the draft law on mobilization for the second reading, and on April 10 it will be submitted to the parliament for consideration.

War • April 9, 07:23 PM • 68929 views

Zheleznyak: Verkhovna Rada committee has not completed consideration of mobilization bill, finalization of comparative table for second reading will be on April 9

The Parliamentary Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence has not yet completed its review of the mobilization draft law, with the finalization of the comparative table scheduled for April 9. The Verkhovna Rada plans to start considering the document on April 10, and the final vote is expected on April 11.

War • April 8, 02:09 PM • 22025 views

Zheleznyak: Parliamentary committee has not completed consideration of mobilization bill, but it will be considered in parliament as planned on April 11

The draft law on mobilization and military service is scheduled to be considered by the Ukrainian parliament on April 10 and voted on April 11.

War • April 6, 02:03 PM • 28176 views

Committee supports draft laws on combating "black grain" for second reading - MP

A parliamentary committee has approved draft laws to combat the export of "black grain" and to ensure the return of foreign currency earnings from agricultural exports, aimed at minimizing abuse and stabilizing the national currency.

Economy • April 4, 10:19 AM • 21635 views

Energoatom denied information about the "sky-high" salaries of its employees

Energoatom denies the statement by MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak that its employees earn more than UAH 700,000 per month, claiming that this information is not true and that UAH 18. 2 million in compensation was paid under a court decision that is being appealed, not as an employee's salary.

Economy • April 2, 02:47 PM • 28433 views

Draft law on mobilization: the Verkhovna Rada committee has considered all 4269 amendments

The Parliamentary Committee on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence has completed consideration of all 4,269 amendments to the draft law on mobilization, and the Verkhovna Rada may begin consideration of the document in two weeks.

War • March 29, 11:05 AM • 28355 views

Draft law on mobilization is 95% ready, more than 4 thousand amendments have been considered - Zheleznyak

The Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence has considered 4051 out of 4266 amendments to the draft law on mobilization, making it 95% ready, with the remaining amendments scheduled to be completed tomorrow.

War • March 28, 03:59 PM • 26030 views

Draft law on mobilization is 82% ready, more than 3,500 amendments considered - Zheleznyak

The draft law on mobilization is 82% ready, the Security Committee has considered 3,518 amendments and plans to consider the remaining amendments tomorrow.

War • March 27, 04:51 PM • 30318 views

BP has simplified the purchase of innovative drugs

The Verkhovna Rada has passed a bill that simplifies access to innovative medicines and medical technologies, allowing the state to purchase expensive original innovative medicines at more favorable prices through managed access contracts.

Politics • March 21, 01:22 PM • 24003 views

Parliament strengthens social protection for military and police officers

The Verkhovna Rada passed a law that strengthens social protection for servicemen and police officers, including allowing up to 12 months of treatment without undergoing a personal medical examination every 4 months and providing UAH 15 million in payments to the families of fallen defenders.

Society • March 21, 09:47 AM • 22432 views

Parliament adopts law on liability for illegal lobbying

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine passed a law introducing administrative liability for illegal lobbying, which is an important step for the country's European integration.

Society • March 21, 09:22 AM • 22761 views

Ukraine has enshrined in its legislation the possibility of customs clearance of biomethane: what it means

The Verkhovna Rada passed a bill allowing customs clearance of biomethane.

Economy • March 20, 12:58 PM • 28829 views

The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider a bill on multiple citizenship next week. No mobilization bill in the cards - MP

Next week, the Ukrainian parliament plans to consider a draft law on multiple citizenship, but not a draft law on mobilization or a report from the head of the Security Service.

Politics • March 15, 06:11 PM • 38555 views

The government will propose to increase excise taxes on tobacco products - MP

The government plans to adopt a bill to increase excise taxes on tobacco products, which should come into effect on July 1, 2024, and gradually increase to the EU minimum level by 2028.

Economy • March 15, 03:12 PM • 24748 views

The Council calls on the world to condemn Russia's "elections" in the TOT and to strengthen sanctions

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted a resolution calling on the international community to condemn the illegal "presidential elections of the Russian Federation" in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, to strengthen sanctions against Russia and to provide military assistance to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.

War • March 14, 12:56 PM • 29675 views

MP: Verkhovna Rada Committee may start considering amendments to draft law on mobilization today

A parliamentary committee is expected to begin considering amendments to the draft law on mobilization, to which more than 4,000 amendments have been submitted.

Politics • March 12, 09:21 AM • 25860 views

President signs bill on lobbying necessary for EU membership negotiations

President Zelenskyy signed the law on fair lobbying, which is necessary for the start of EU membership negotiations, defining lobbying rules, creating a transparency register, and regulating interaction between officials and stakeholders.

Politics • March 12, 09:12 AM • 25214 views

The Rada canceled three meetings: reasons

The Verkhovna Rada postponed sessions scheduled for March 6-8 due to threats by opposition factions to slow down consideration of bills until authorized MPs are able to travel abroad.

Politics • March 5, 12:50 PM • 21006 views

The draft law on mobilization is not on the preliminary agenda for the next plenary week - Zheleznyak

According to MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak, the preliminary agenda for the next plenary week of the parliament does not include draft laws on mobilization and the report of the head of the SBU on wiretapping of journalists.

Politics • March 1, 09:59 AM • 23818 views

Ukraine elects new head of the NACP

Viktor Pavlushchyk, former head of the NABU's detective department, has been elected the new head of the National Agency for the Prevention of Corruption.

Politics • February 25, 07:10 PM • 35407 views

Rada adopts law on lobbying, which is a requirement on the way to the EU

The Ukrainian parliament passed in the second reading a draft law on fair lobbying, which is necessary to start negotiations on joining the European Union.

Politics • February 23, 12:32 PM • 19828 views

Ukraine hopes to host national security advisors from the US, Britain, France and Germany - Zelensky

Stroke in children: doctor explains how often it occurs and whether it is possible to fully recover after it

International Drone Day: How Ukraine is changing the course of the war with drones

Zelenskyy ordered to speed up the creation of Ukrainian ballistics

The Cabinet of Ministers has registered in the Rada a draft law necessary for the implementation of the mineral agreement with the USA: what it envisages

Five mini-series that are impossible to tear yourself away from: what to watch on the weekend

Compensation for destroyed or damaged housing: who is eligible, what documents are required, and how to receive payment

Smuggling in the electronics market: expert explained why the key problem is in logistics

When the land no longer feeds: what awaits state agricultural enterprises after the alienation of resources

MP announced the date of ratification of the Ukraine-US minerals deal

Assault troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine showed the spectacular destruction of a mortar, ammunition depot and infantry of the occupiers

May 3 - International Confectioner's Day: the most delicious records of Ukraine and the world

Ukrainian soldiers will participate in the parade in Great Britain on May 5

Cardinal predicts short conclave to elect Pope

Vučić fell ill, Fico cancels visits before promised trip to Moscow on May 9

International Drone Day: How Ukraine is changing the course of the war with drones

May 3 - International Confectioner's Day: the most delicious records of Ukraine and the world

There are statements, but there is no trust. Why business does not participate in ARMA tenders, despite Duma's memorandums

Plant varieties from Ukrainian scientists are gaining recognition in the EU: new opportunities for agricultural exports

When the land no longer feeds: what awaits state agricultural enterprises after the alienation of resourcesExclusive

Denis Shmyhal

Oleksandr Syrskyi

Donald Trump

Mikhail Fedorov

Pope Francis

Ukraine

Kyiv

United States

France

United Kingdom

Jennifer Lopez's Style Evolution at the Met Gala: From Debut to Stunning Looks