Austrian intelligence has uncovered a large-scale Russian disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting Ukraine. A Bulgarian woman, suspected of espionage, is accused of spreading pro-Russian sentiments.
The state controls the top 5 banks in Ukraine, foreigners - almost half of the institutions. Some banks are connected with politicians and corporations, which affects their activities.
The Alliance and Austria have signed agreements to deepen cooperation, including intelligence sharing. Austria, while maintaining its neutral status, is not a member of NATO.
Austrian Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger announced the allocation of 5 million euros to Ukraine for demining during her visit to Kyiv. Austria will also provide 2 million euros for the "Grain from Ukraine" initiative.
Andriy Sybiga discussed with Beate Meinl-Reisinger the expansion of economic partnership and attracting Austrian business to projects in Ukraine.
Austria will provide Ukraine with an additional 2 million euros to support the "Grain from Ukraine" initiative. The country has already provided almost 300 million euros in financial and humanitarian aid.
The Austrian government has officially suspended the family reunification program for refugees due to the large influx of migrants and public concern. This decision was made to address the migration crisis in the country.
As of January 2025, 4. 3 million Ukrainians have received temporary protection in EU countries. The most refugees were accepted by Germany (27.3%), Poland (23.2%), and the Czech Republic (9.2%).
Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger supported the initiative to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. She also stated that neutrality does not protect Austria and called for active participation in EU defense initiatives.
The President of Ukraine will attend the European Council meeting in Brussels and hold a series of important meetings. The agenda of the summit includes the defense of Europe, assistance to Ukraine, and sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Christian Stocker officially became Austria's new Federal Chancellor after being sworn in in Hofburg. A coalition government of three parties - ÖVP, Social Democrats and Neos - has been formed, although difficult negotiations are expected.
In January-February, the State Tax Service of Ukraine exceeded its revenue target by UAH 21. 9 billion, which is +16.5% of the plan. The general fund of the state budget received UAH 78.8 billion from tax payments in February.
Ukrainians working abroad must declare their income and pay taxes in Ukraine. The personal income tax rate is 18%, and the military levy is 1.5%, but double taxation can be avoided if there is a relevant agreement.
European officials are developing proposals to create a special defense fund to increase military investment. They are considering a “rearmament bank” and a special targeted instrument with a budget of 500 billion euros.
Head of the State Tax Service of Ukraine Ruslan Kravchenko met with the Ambassador of Austria to discuss cooperation in the tax area. The parties discussed transfer pricing control and exchange of financial information.
The Ukrainian kickboxing team won 6 gold, 3 silver and 4 bronze medals at the WAKO European Cup in Plovdiv. The competition took place from February 20 to 23, and the Ukrainians showed good results in different weight categories.
Aleksandar Dragovic has joined the Austrian Armed Forces to complete his basic military service, which was interrupted in 2011. The footballer will attend the army sports center for two months while continuing to play for Austria.
A 23-year-old Syrian national attacked people in the city of Villach, Austria. The attack killed a 14-year-old teenager and injured five other people, two of them seriously.
The Deputy Head of the OP held talks with a representative of the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Ukraine's reconstruction and European integration. Austria has already provided over EUR 800 million in assistance and supports further reforms in Ukraine.
From February 1, 2025, new banking limits on transfers will be introduced in Ukraine, and electricity tariffs will change. Also, changes will occur in payments to military personnel, and international train tickets will become more expensive.
Ukraine has joined the Confédération Interalliée des Officiers de Réserve (CIOR) as an associate member. The decision was unanimously supported by the heads of national associations of reserve officers of NATO countries.
Ukrzaliznytsia reduces discounts on tickets to Poland and Hungary due to rising costs. The price increase will range from 9% to 37% depending on the direction and class of carriage.
Free extracurricular education in Brovary: over 1800 children develop their talents at the Palace of Creativity.
EU gas stocks have fallen to 58. 5% compared to 74% last year.
The BES suspects the director of an Austrian company of financing Russia through a scheme with titanium raw materials. The woman organized the supply of strategic raw materials from Ukraine to Russian defense companies by undercutting prices.
Kolomoisky's lawyers have studied 225 of the 550 volumes of the BES criminal proceedings. The case concerns the misappropriation of NBU funds allocated for the refinancing of Privatbank
Anton Dukach won a gold medal at the Luge Nations Cup VI in Winterberg. The athlete set a new track record with a result of 51.274 seconds.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi responded to the Slovak prime minister's statements about stopping gas transit through Ukraine. He emphasized that the problem is Russia and the unwillingness of some European countries to get rid of energy dependence.
Foreign Minister Schallenberg will become Austria's interim chancellor after Nehammer's resignation. The far-right FPÖ will begin negotiations to form a new government under the leadership of Herbert Kickl.
After Karl Nehammer's resignation, Austria found itself in a political crisis. The leader of the right-wing populist FPÖ party, Herbert Kieckl, has a real chance to lead the government thanks to the support of 29% of voters.
