The Verkhovna Rada has registered a draft law to postpone the deadline for the VLK from February 5 to June 5, 2025. Persons with disabilities will not have to pass the commission.
Lithuania has provided Ukraine with a new batch of MANPADS with ammunition and outlined plans for military support. The total amount of aid from Lithuania has already exceeded 1.5 billion euros.
The leadership of the IMF mission to Ukraine has stated that MPs should not be involved in the distribution of investment projects because of the risk of politicizing the process. Ministries will independently determine the objects of financing within investment projects.
The Verkhovna Rada's Regulatory Committee supported Poroshenko's suspension from one plenary session for using obscene language against MP Yaremenko. The incident occurred on December 19 during a plenary session.
Ukraine protested to the Slovak ambassador over Prime Minister Fico's statements about interference in internal affairs. The Foreign Ministry called on Bratislava to stop relaying Kremlin rhetoric and return to constructive dialogue.
Olena Duma announced the opening of a criminal case against a tenderer who appealed against ARMA's actions to the AMCU. Experts see this as an attempt to intimidate potential bidders.
Sweden has announced a record $1. 2 billion military aid package to Ukraine. The aid includes missile production, boats, trucks, ammunition, and training for the Ukrainian military.
The Romanian Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine's territorial integrity in response to the presidential candidate's statements. The ministry emphasized that the country's position is based on international law and national interests.
Shelling, electricity imports, and weather may affect the return to blackout schedules in Ukraine. According to Ukrenergo, the situation is currently under control and electricity consumption has decreased.
Russia is using drones with reinforced warheads weighing up to 90 kg and shrapnel. According to the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, the goal is to maximize civilian casualties.
Three officers of a military unit in Donetsk region organized a fuel theft scheme. They sold about 10 tons of fuel every month, for which they face up to 15 years in prison.
Ukraine plans to introduce an additional funded pension system in 2026. According to the Ministry of Social Policy, this could increase pension payments by 15-20% with mandatory accumulation.
Russian troops launched 85 attacks in various directions, most of them 40 attacks in Pokrovske. In the Kursk region, Ukrainian defenders repelled 7 attacks and suffered 6 air strikes with 9 guided missiles.
The government has introduced a subsidy for solid fuel for heating, with a maximum amount of UAH 21 thousand per year. The subsidy can be received automatically or by applying through designated government services.
Ukrainians can once again apply for compensation for damaged housing through Diia to the International Register of Damage in The Hague. The register records the damage and is the first step for future reparations.
The Ministry of Culture has included Nikita Dzhigurda in the list of persons threatening the national security of Ukraine. The actor took part in anti-Ukrainian events in the occupied territories and sent aid to Russian troops.
A conflict between Ukrainians occurred at the Dragobrat ski resort, resulting in one person sustaining minor injuries. A criminal proceeding was opened under Article 125 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.
“White Business Club” or a threat to national security? The SBU should check companies with ties to Russia.
The European partners demand that the Healthcare and Defense Departments work effectively and with full management. Deputy Prime Minister Stefanishyna emphasized the importance of fulfilling commitments and avoiding aggressive communication.
A 29-year-old Kharkiv resident, Ivan Zabavsky, was convicted in St. Petersburg of “espionage” after trying to take his mother out of occupied Tavolzhanka. He was detained and tortured in a prisoner of war camp, and then tried in closed session.
The military and volunteers criticize the proposed “parcel tax” as a threat to the supply of critical equipment to the frontline. Experts point to more effective ways to fill the budget by fighting corruption at customs.
Oleksiy Poroshenko paid UAH 51 thousand in fines for ignoring summonses. The expert refutes the lawyer's statements about the legality of deregistration before traveling abroad.
The PACE adopted the resolution “European commitment to a just and lasting peace in Ukraine” with 86 votes. The document supports the “peace through strength” formula and for the first time recognizes China's role in supporting Russian aggression.
The Shalimov Center for Surgery and Transplantation successfully uses radiofrequency ablation to treat liver tumors. The method allows to remove the affected cells without complicated surgical interventions, which is confirmed by the story of patient Oksana.
The Ministry of Defense has introduced a new procedure for entering data on military participation in combat operations through the UDRP. Authorized persons must enter information within 5 days of the start of a combat order.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry condemned the provocative statements by Romanian presidential candidate Kalin Georjescu about Ukraine. The Ministry emphasized that such statements contradict international norms and are in line with Russian propaganda.
The Verkhovna Rada is preparing a bill to extend the deadline for the partially fit to June 5. Those who do not make it by February 4, before the law is passed, will not be subject to administrative liability.
50. 2% of Poles believe that Ukraine will not be able to join the EU and NATO without resolving the issue of exhumation of the victims of the Volyn tragedy. Most supporters of this position are oppositionists and middle-aged people.
The pilots of the Chervona Kalyna brigade used a drone to fix the Ukrainian flag on a tower in the occupied territory of Donetsk region. This symbolic gesture demonstrates the indomitable Ukrainian spirit and confidence in victory.
NPC Ukrenergo has officially denied the information about the threat of power outages due to the forecasted cold snap. The situation in Ukraine's power system remains stable.
