Ukraine
The 97th Academy Awards will be held on March 3 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Among the nominees are Anora, The Brutalist and Emilia Perez, and comedian Conan O'Brien will host the event.
The government has approved a new procedure for granting a deferral from mobilization to civilians who have been captured by Russia. To obtain a deferral, an extract from the Unified Register of Persons Deprived of Personal Liberty is required.
In the Kursk sector, Ukrainian troops repelled four Russian attacks, and three more combat engagements are ongoing. A total of 60 combat engagements took place in different frontline areas over the last day.
The Ministry of Education and Science is negotiating with partner countries to introduce Ukrainian as a foreign language in foreign schools. This will help Ukrainian children abroad to avoid learning Russian and popularize the Ukrainian language among foreigners.
The Government has updated the procedure for reserving persons liable for military service and the criteria for determining critical enterprises. The changes relate to the consideration of mobilized employees, the timing of verification and the cancellation of the deferral.
A petition to award Iryna Farion the title of Hero of Ukraine posthumously received 25,000 votes. Lviv RMA sent a corresponding petition to President Zelensky.
The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to re-accrue subsidies to citizens who did not receive them due to late submission of data. The changes also apply to rental subsidies for IDPs in Kharkiv and Sumy.
Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia have protested their exclusion from the Ukraine Support Summit in the United Kingdom. The Baltic countries, which are among Ukraine's largest donors, consider this decision unacceptable.
The head of the NSDC denied rumors of a possible Russian offensive on Sumy due to the lack of necessary forces and means. The situation on the border is localized with regular actions of the enemy's subversive reconnaissance groups.
Ukraine's healthcare system needs $19. 4 billion to rebuild over the next 10 years. Medical facilities in Donetsk, Kharkiv, Luhansk and Kherson regions suffered the greatest damage.
In Siauliai, law enforcement officers prevented an attempted sabotage of a cargo of military aid for Ukraine. Three suspects were detained, including two Spanish citizens, and the rest are on the international wanted list.
Ukraine plans to reach an agreement with the IMF on the next review of the $15. 5 billion program this week. After the adoption of anti-corruption legislation, there are no significant obstacles to the agreement.
Pensions will increase by 11. 5% for 10 million pensioners, and prices for 200 popular medicines will be reduced by up to 50%. Payments for 1.2 million IDPs will automatically continue and subsidies will be settled.
A detailed schedule of the meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and the United States at the White House has been released. The main purpose of the visit is to conclude an agreement on mining.
The water level in the Bychok River in Kramatorsk has risen, leading to flooding of three adjacent residential areas. Rescuers are conducting a controlled reduction of the water level, which is expected to return to normal within 1-2 days.
An expert: A company with tax problems cannot manage Gulliver shopping center.
The French President called on Europeans to become more united and stronger. Macron stressed the need for profound changes in the technological, industrial and defense spheres.
“Ukrenergo has launched a mobile application to monitor the situation with electricity supply in real time. The application is available for Android and iOS and informs about the need to save energy and the presence of blackouts in the regions.
The Ministry of Finance has postponed the introduction of new requirements for payment documents until March 1, 2025. The changes are related to the launch of the Electronic Alcohol and Tobacco Circulation System, and violators will face fines.
At the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, the consequences of a Russian drone strike on the protective shelter of the fourth power unit are being eliminated. The IAEA team confirms that radiation levels remain normal despite the seriousness of the incident.
The General Staff confirmed the successful destruction of the occupiers' thermobaric ammunition depot near Selydove in Donetsk region. Three important enemy targets were also struck, including the Ilsky oil refinery.
An atmospheric front will bring rain and wet snow to Ukraine on March 1-2. In the west, temperatures are expected to reach +7°C, in the east down to -9°C, with a gradual warming throughout the next week.
The State Environmental Inspectorate is introducing measures to preserve rare early flowering plants in 2025. Illegal collection and sale of primroses will be punishable by fines ranging from UAH 153 to UAH 3,655.
An adviser to the President of the United States says it is necessary to increase arms supplies after the signing of the agreement on rare earth metals. The agreement between the US and Ukraine will be signed on February 28 during a meeting of the presidents.
Human rights activists criticize draft law No. 13007 on the Deposit Guarantee Fund. Experts believe that the document creates artificial obstacles to the protection of rights in court and contradicts the Constitution.
Ukraine has a signed security assurance agreement with the United States and about 30 other similar agreements with other partners. Some of the agreements are already in place, with partners providing financial assistance and weapons.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said that Ukraine's accession to the EU is “unthinkable” at the moment. He believes that it would destroy the Hungarian economy, although he does not rule out changing his position in the future.
Law enforcement officers are conducting searches at the pharmaceutical plants "Darnitsa", "Farmak" and "Arterium". Investigative actions are taking place within the framework of a criminal proceeding regarding public procurement.
An official of the Kyiv tax inspection is suspected of systematically taking bribes from entrepreneurs. For $1000, he offered assistance with licenses and minimal fines during inspections.
The calendar of major spring holidays in Ukraine with a detailed description of the traditions and significance of each. From International Women's Day to Mother's Day - an overview of seven important dates in the spring period.