Ukraine
Draft Law No. 15150 was supported by 254 MPs. If passed in its entirety, Ukrainians will be able to inherit accounts and crypto-assets, claim compensation for war losses under specific rules, and courts will receive tools against cyber fraud and abuses involving artificial intelligence.
Commander-in-Chief of the AFU Syrskyi ordered an inspection of the supply of soldiers on the front line by May 20.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs handed a note to the Israeli Ambassador regarding the import of stolen Ukrainian grain from the Russian Federation. Ukraine demands an immediate halt to the unloading of vessels in ports.
Ukraine will expand a digital platform to assist refugees returning home. The service will include data on housing, employment, and services within communities.
Russian propaganda is circulating an edited video of a sign language interpreter who is allegedly holding a sign about lies. The CCD has confirmed the use of a deepfake.
The fire at the oil refinery caused black precipitation and oil pollution of the sea. An ecologist stated there is a threat of toxic compounds to human health and the ecosystem.
Due to the VAT increase to 22% and sanctions, 6% of enterprises in the Russian Federation have closed. Regional budget deficits have reached a trillion rubles, and the banking system is on the brink of crisis.
Parliament passed Law No. 12141 to align with UNCITRAL standards. Ukrainian institutions will be able to adjudicate investment disputes involving foreign businesses.
The High Anti-Corruption Court has seized the assets of a former MP in the Dnipropetrovsk region for state revenue - 21 land plots and corporate rights have been confiscated. The lawsuit to the HACC to apply sanctions against former MP Oleh Tsaryov was filed by the Ministry of Justice.
Parliament supported the extension of general mobilization from May 4, 2026, for 90 days. 304 people's deputies voted in favor of the corresponding decision.
Over 355,000 people registered for the NMT-2026, which is 43,000 more than last year. Foreign language became the most popular elective subject.
Counterintelligence detained two Russian agents in the Zhytomyr region who were planning the murder of a Major General. The suspects are also involved in two other murders in the region.
Dmytro Govseiev spoke about the merger of medical institutions and funding from the NHSU. The head explained the cost of services and the specifics of operating during wartime.
The Rada has extended martial law in Ukraine for 90 days starting May 4, 2026. 315 People's Deputies voted in favor of the corresponding decision.
The court has authorized a special investigation into a former MP from the "Party of Regions" in a case involving the misappropriation of 18 hectares of land worth over 160 million UAH. Yuriy Ivanyushchenko was declared wanted in this case in September 2025.
Natalka Didenko predicts a weakening of the wind on April 29, however, frosts and precipitation will persist in Ukraine. Rain and sleet are possible in the north and west.
The 'Angels' special unit evacuated a man from the occupation who was assisting the Defense Forces. The operation was carried out on the orders of Vice Admiral Neizhpapa in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Zelenskyy announced the arrival of a ship with stolen grain in Israel and the preparation of sanctions against those involved. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will inform partners about this incident.
The IAEA Director General stated that the risk of a nuclear catastrophe has risen to Cold War levels. This is attributed to the war in Europe and the pressure on the security system.
Defense Forces hit the Tuapse oil refinery and the Ai-Petri radar station in Crimea. Command posts and warehouses of the occupiers in three regions were also attacked.
May 2026 brings together Vyshyvanka Day, Mother's Day, and new dates for religious holidays. The calendar includes important state and professional events.
Ukraine needs €5. 4 billion to prepare for the heating season. Shmyhal proposed measures to the EU to accelerate the procurement of equipment.
Bank verification via "Diia" now takes just a few minutes without paper documents. The service has already been implemented by 24 Ukrainian financial institutions.
The SBU has detained an IT specialist and a spotter who worked for the FSB. The perpetrators created fake accounts and directed strikes against western Ukraine.
Law enforcement officers have exposed a supply channel for "award" weapons for odious Russian politicians and propagandists. The illegal goods were imported from Slovakia and the occupied territories of Ukraine.
Zelenskyy has appointed the Ambassador to Belgium, Yaroslav Melnyk, as the representative to Luxembourg concurrently. Previously, the diplomat headed the Ukrainian mission in Italy.
There were 226 clashes at the front, and enemy losses amounted to 1,180 personnel. The AFU destroyed 34 artillery systems and over a thousand drones in a single day.
The EU is considering sanctions against Israel for importing Ukrainian grain stolen by Russia. Ukraine demands explanations and does not rule out a diplomatic crisis.
Air defense shot down or suppressed 95 out of 123 enemy drones during the overnight attack. Hits were recorded at 16 locations, and debris fell in 4 places.
The General Staff reported the elimination of 1,180 occupiers and 1,039 drones over the past day. Additionally, 34 artillery systems and 16 enemy armored vehicles were destroyed.