Economy
Zelensky announced support programmes with additional payments for pensioners and cashback on fuel
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the preparation of new support programmes for Ukrainians. They provide for special additional payments for pensioners and recipients of social assistance, as well as compensation for part of the cost of fuel.
The European Commission has called on the US to strictly adhere to the G7 price cap on Russian oil.
The European Commission has called on the United States to strictly enforce the price cap on Russian oil set by the G7 countries. This comes after Washington's decision to temporarily ease some oil sanctions.
Europe holds back new price surge due to war in the Middle East
European governments have begun to urgently implement measures due to rising energy and food prices amid the war in the Middle East. Germany will limit price changes at petrol stations, and the EU is already discussing ways to curb gas and electricity prices.
В Україні понад 208 тисяч боргів по аліментах: що показала статистика
У 2025 році в українських судах перебувало 33 447 заяв на стягнення аліментів, з яких 88% були розглянуті. Водночас на кінець року в Україні нараховувалося понад 208 тисяч проваджень через заборгованість зі сплати аліментів.
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.
Russia is deploying military personnel on shadow fleet tankers that transport oil
People with military and mercenary experience have been found on ships belonging to Russia's so-called shadow fleet, which transports Russian oil. A journalistic investigation has established that some of them have links to Wagner's private military company or Russian military intelligence.
Saudi Arabia is interested in Ukrainian drones: an agreement is being prepared
Saudi Arabia is negotiating with Ukraine to purchase a large batch of interceptor drones and electronic warfare systems. According to The Wall Street Journal, the potential deal could be worth millions of dollars, but it has not yet been finalised.
Food prices in spring 2026: what will become most expensive
In spring 2026, prices for most products in Ukraine will not increase significantly, but certain categories may still become more expensive. Deputy Chairman of the All-Ukrainian Agrarian Council Denys Marchuk explained how fuel prices, the dollar exchange rate, seasonal factors and the situation with electricity will affect the market.
Prices in Ukraine have changed dramatically: what became most expensive in February
In February, prices for a number of goods and services changed significantly in Ukraine. Vegetables, fruit and mobile communications became the most expensive, while clothing and train tickets became cheaper.
Де в Україні найбільше мільйонерів: податкова назвала регіони
На початок березня українці подали понад 46 тис. податкових декларацій за 2025 рік, задекларувавши 32,4 млрд грн доходів. Із цієї суми майже половину становлять доходи громадян зі статусом мільйонерів.
Taxis without sole proprietorships and with QR codes: the Cabinet of Ministers is preparing a new market reform
The Ministry of Community and Territorial Development has drafted a bill to reform the taxi market. Its goal is to bring transportation out of the shadows and simplify the legal work of drivers.
Gold prices have risen sharply due to a weaker dollar and falling oil prices.
On Tuesday, 10 March, global gold prices showed significant growth. The precious metal was supported by the weakening of the US dollar and lower energy costs following statements by US President Donald Trump about a possible quick end to the war in the Middle East.
