Ukraine

The situation in the foreign exchange market is now under control, and Ukraine has successfully transitioned to a managed floating exchange rate regime without shocks, NBU Governor Andriy Pyshny said. The uncertainty that exists, according to the head of the National Bank, is related to security risks, and the war is a key factor that generates risks.

Since the beginning of the year, Ukraine has attracted more than $12 billion in financial assistance, including a record $9 billion in March and €1. 5 billion in April under the Extended Fund Facility for Ukraine.

Deputy Minister of Defense Kateryna Chernogorenko discussed the integration of Helsing's artificial intelligence solutions into the Ukrainian army's existing software to counter enemy electronic warfare and enhance the capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles.

The new Serbian government program reaffirms EU membership as a strategic goal, but refuses to impose sanctions on russia or recognize Kosovo's independence, despite pressure from the EU.

A 48-year-old Ukrainian man was stabbed after a fight in Budapest. Police detained the attacker on the spot and are bringing him to justice.

Kuleba discussed the security situation in Ukraine and the South Caucasus with Armenian Foreign Minister Mirzoyan in a telephone conversation.

After a long fast, it is important to gradually reintroduce foods into your diet, starting with small portions of vegetables, fish, and some meat to allow the body to adapt without stress and avoid digestive problems.

Zelenskyy held a meeting to discuss the readiness of fortifications, the situation at the front, the rotation of units, weapons production, and the need for more air defense systems to protect energy infrastructure and civilians.

In 2023, the Office of the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language received 3,692 appeals from citizens regarding violations of language legislation.

MHP, an international food and agro-technology company, has been named one of the top ten best employers in Ukraine by Forbes and received the Breakthrough of the Year award, moving up from 34th place in last year's ranking.

On May 6, the EU-Ukraine Defense Industry Forum will take place in Brussels to strengthen cooperation between the European and Ukrainian defense industries and help Ukraine build capacity in priority sectors such as air defense, ammunition, missiles and drones.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a secret dinner in Paris to discuss European Union policy and, in particular, Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to France.

The High Anti-Corruption Court granted bail of UAH 83 million to a co-organizer of a criminal organization at the Chernivtsi customs office for a tax evasion scheme that caused UAH 290 million in losses to the state.

The National Olympic Committee and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine have developed recommendations for Ukrainian athletes to avoid direct contact, communication and joint activities with "neutral" Russian and Belarusian athletes during the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris to prevent provocations and ensure security.

The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police dismantled another 8 schemes to evade mobilization and illegally travel abroad by men of military age, detaining the organizers. They helped the evaders escape using forged documents or bypassing checkpoints for $3,000 to $10,000.

In the Avdiivka sector, Russians partially captured Ocheretyne, but Ukrainian troops used reserves to stabilize the situation and regain control.

The Russians have turned occupied Donetsk into a haven for repeat offenders, murderers and criminals from all over Russia, creating an environment where murder, theft and looting have become commonplace.

Experts from the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise are conducting research to determine the damage caused by Russian aggression and are working with the Council of Europe to verify the owners of destroyed housing and develop a compensation mechanism.

Andriy Naumenko, the vocalist of the band Nakhaba, has been serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine for six months now, mastering the profession of an aviation engineer, while not forgetting about his art.

China promises to take "necessary measures" to protect its companies after new US sanctions aimed at undermining Russia's military capabilities targeted Chinese firms.

The National Museum of Architecture and Rural Life has restored a 100-year-old windmill from the occupied village of Oleksandrivka in Kherson region with the support of the MHP-Community Charitable Foundation.

In Ukraine, 1987 cultural institutions were affected by Russian aggression, 324 of which were completely destroyed.

More than 80 countries have supported the Ukrainian peace formula, and the first peace summit will be held in Switzerland on June 15-16 to unite the international community around a just peace for Ukraine.

Macron calls for a new European security framework after the end of the war in Ukraine. According to him, the day after the end of the war, Europe should be at the negotiating table to discuss security guarantees.

Germany and Ukraine will jointly host the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC2024) in Berlin on June 11-12, 2024, aimed at consolidating international support for the recovery, reconstruction, reform and modernization of Ukraine.

The Irish government is considering further cuts in payments to Ukrainian refugees amid tensions within the coalition over the issue.

"The case of Minister Solsky": NABU must "suspect" more than a thousand ATO soldiers or drop all charges.

Passenger and vehicle traffic at the border has increased sharply over the past five days due to the Easter holidays, with a clear predominance of Ukrainian citizens entering Ukraine, accounting for 80-85% of total traffic.

Macron said that France does not rule out the deployment of ground troops in Ukraine if Russia continues its aggression.

Switzerland is organizing a Peace Summit in Ukraine on June 15-16, 2024 in Burgenstock, which aims to define a roadmap to engage both sides in the future peace process and promote a common understanding of achieving a just and lasting peace based on international law.