Analytics
A decade-low: why sunflower oil production has fallen in Ukraine
Sunflower oil production in Ukraine is set to fall by 10% in the 2025/26 season due to the lowest seed yield in the last ten years. Despite a decline in export volumes, the country’s foreign exchange earnings continue to rise
When drones strike data centres: how the war has exposed a new vulnerability
In modern warfare, data centres are increasingly found in the same high-risk zones as power stations, ports and oil depots. An article in *The National Interest* argues that digital infrastructure, which supports both civilian services and military operations, is no longer merely a logistical asset.
When will the war end: what fortune-tellers, psychics, AI and experts are saying
Witch doctors, tarot readers, ChatGPT and military analysts are increasingly in agreement on one point: 2026 could prove to be a pivotal year for the war in Ukraine. But whilst the esoteric world promises a ‘turning point’, experts are far more cautious in their predictions – speaking of protracted negotiations, interim agreements and a possible shift in the very nature of the conflict.
Three signs that could indicate the start of a world war
The onset of a major global conflict can be identified by certain signs that have already manifested themselves before previous world wars. This opinion was expressed by Anthony Glees, Honorary Professor at the University of Buckingham.
In Ukraine, the number of pensioners and workers is almost equal
In 2025, there were 10.2 million pensioners for every 10.7 million workers in Ukraine, which puts a serious strain on the social security system. This is according to an analysis by the KSE Institute on the state of human capital in the country.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine among the world's largest armies: Ukraine rises to 6th place in global ranking
The Ukrainian Armed Forces are among the ten largest armies in the world in terms of personnel strength. In the global Military Balance 2026 ranking, Ukraine ranks sixth with an army of 677,000 troops.
Ukraine tops global arms imports — SIPRI data
In 2021–2025, Ukraine became the world's largest recipient of major weapons. The country's share of global imports was 9.7%, compared to only 0.1% in the previous five-year period.
Why food prices may rise in Ukraine: farmers name the reasons
The price of a number of products may rise in Ukraine in the near future. Among the main reasons are rising fuel prices, damage to dairy farms, and increased storage costs.
AMCU found anomalies in sugar prices in 90 chains
On 26 February 2026, the Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine issued binding recommendations to 90 retail chains regarding the formation of retail prices for sugar.
Will Telegram be banned in Ukraine? What is happening around the popular messenger?
The debate over possible restrictions on Telegram in Ukraine has been going on for several years. During this time, the messenger has evolved from a simple communication tool to a platform that the state now considers a potential security threat. How did it all start, how did the government's position change, and why has the issue of restricting Telegram returned to the public sphere? Here is a complete chronology of events.
The energy crisis caused by shelling has led to a decline in Ukraine's economy
The Ukrainian economy is experiencing its most difficult period since the start of the full-scale war due to electricity shortages following Russian shelling of energy infrastructure.
Ukraine's economy will grow more slowly: EBRD lowers GDP forecast
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has lowered its economic growth forecast for Ukraine for 2026. The bank now expects GDP growth of only 2.5%, down from its previous forecast of 5%.
