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During 2025, the Prosecutors’ Qualification and Disciplinary Commission received 1,296 complaints regarding possible disciplinary offences. Following the outcome of the investigations, some prosecutors were held accountable; in particular, 39 individuals were dismissed.
Over the past 24 hours, the Russian army has lost a further 1,230 troops. Russia’s total losses since the start of the full-scale invasion have exceeded 1.3 million.
European countries have begun to seriously discuss scenarios for defending the continent without US involvement, following President Donald Trump’s statements regarding the United States’ possible withdrawal from NATO and a reduction in American commitments in Europe.
The Pentagon is doubling its deployment of A-10 attack aircraft in the region amid hostilities with Iran. The aircraft may be used to support ground operations near the Strait of Hormuz.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved English language proficiency requirements for certain civil servants and senior officials in the fields of education and science.
In an evening address, US President Donald Trump stated that the war against Iran could last another two or three weeks, but that its conclusion was already in sight. However, the speech did not provide clear answers to key questions regarding Washington’s next steps.
A 59-year-old woman from Odessa exploited her frail 96-year-old mother for a long time, forcing her to beg. The court sentenced her to four years in prison, but the prosecution is seeking a harsher punishment.
In the Russian city of Ufa, in the Republic of Bashkortostan, drones attacked oil refineries. Following the explosions, a fire broke out at one of the plants.
Police in the Khmelnytskyi region have arrested a group of individuals suspected of extorting money and attempting to organise a scheme to obtain disability status in order to avoid military service. The court has ordered the suspects to be remanded in custody.
Patients now have a wider choice of medicines available for reimbursement. The updated list under the scheme now comprises 748 items.
From 1 April 2026, imports of natural gas from abroad fell to a low of 0.8 million cubic metres per day.
Huge sums in Indian rupees have accumulated in the accounts of Russian companies in India as payment for oil. However, Moscow is unable to withdraw these billions due to the lack of a suitable mechanism.
