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.
The head of the European Commission said that it was necessary to achieve a just peace with a prosperous Ukraine within the EU. The EU plans to increase defense spending and expand cooperation with partners, including India.
After the nighttime drone attack on power facilities by Russia, emergency blackouts were introduced in the morning, which have already been canceled. From 16:00 to 22:00, restrictions are planned for industry due to high electricity consumption.
The rector of the University of Culture presented students with a bibliography of more than 60 books over 32 years of activity. Poplavsky announced a new book on artificial intelligence and the development of digital education at the university.
Carrot prices increased by 10% to 27-34 UAH/kg due to high demand and limited supply. Onions fell to 7-13 UAH/kg due to massive sales by farmers due to deteriorating quality in storage.
As a result of a drone attack in Sumy, two people were injured and four high-rise buildings were damaged. In other settlements of the region, two more people were injured, 19 private houses and other infrastructure were damaged.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte had a phone conversation with U. S. President Donald Trump on the situation in Ukraine. The parties discussed the need for a lasting settlement and increased defense spending by NATO countries.
The National Bank of Ukraine has strengthened the official hryvnia exchange rate by 12 kopecks to 41. 51 UAH/USD. The euro is set at 43.49 UAH, and the dollar is trading at 41.49-41.52 UAH on the interbank market.
Russia launched 208 Shahed-type attack drones and imitator drones from various directions. The Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed 107 attack drones, and another 97 enemy imitator drones were lost in the area.
Freezing food helps preserve nutrients and simplify the cooking process. Fruits, broth, ginger, vegetables, grains, and meat can be frozen for long-term storage without losing their beneficial properties.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported 128 combat engagements over the past day, 65 of them in the Pokrovske and Novopavlivka sectors. The enemy conducted 91 air strikes and fired over 5,000 times.
Emergency power outages have been introduced in Sumy, Poltava and Kirovohrad regions due to damage to power facilities. Industrial consumers are being cut off first, while households are being cut off only in some cases.
Ukraine is expected to have partly cloudy weather with temperatures ranging from -4°C to +6°C. Rains are forecast in the west, it will be colder in the eastern regions, and the rest of the country will be without precipitation.
