Economy
Iran plans to introduce fees for tankers and merchant ships in the Persian Gulf
Iran is finalising preparations to introduce so-called "security fees" for oil tankers and commercial vessels in the Persian Gulf. This applies to vessels from countries that are allies of the United States.
Trump's sons plan to resell Ukrainian drone technology to the Pentagon
Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. have backed a new drone company, Powerus, which aims to enter the US defence procurement market. The company says it plans to gain access to Ukrainian drone technology for further production and sale to the US military.
How high could oil prices rise, and what could be the global economic consequences?
Oil prices have exceeded $100 per barrel amid the US and Israeli war against Iran. Economists warn that a prolonged conflict in a key energy region could have serious consequences for the global economy.
US regime change operations – mixed results
The United States has repeatedly used military and covert operations to change governments in other countries. The experience of such interventions has shown varying results, and their consequences have often been unpredictable.
Oil prices fell after Trump's statement about a possible de-escalation in the Middle East
Global oil prices fell after a sharp rise the day before. The market reacted to statements by US President Donald Trump about a possible quick end to the war in the Middle East.
G7 countries to discuss possible release of oil from strategic reserves due to price surge
The finance ministers of the G7 countries will hold an emergency meeting on the possible joint use of strategic oil reserves. The discussion is taking place against the backdrop of a sharp rise in oil prices following the war in the Middle East.
Cabinet prepares targeted assistance due to sharp rise in fuel prices
The Ukrainian government is developing support models for vulnerable groups of citizens due to the rapid rise in fuel prices. At the same time, the authorities are tightening control over the fuel market to prevent speculation.
The EU will fulfil its commitment to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan, Ursula von der Leyen said.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the European Union will find a way to fulfil its commitment to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan, despite difficulties in implementing it.
Donald Trump announced the creation of a coalition of Latin American countries against drug cartels
US President Donald Trump announced in Florida the creation of a new regional coalition to combat drug cartels. Leaders from a number of Central and South American countries and the Caribbean have joined the initiative.
The IMF has called on governments to prepare for unpredictable consequences due to the conflict in the Middle East.
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could affect global markets, economic growth and inflation, according to Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund.
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.
In March, Oleksandr Tsyvinskyi, Director of the Economic Security Bureau, received almost 320,000 hryvnia in pension payments.
In March, Oleksandr Tsyvinskyi, Director of the Economic Security Bureau, received a pension of 318,605 hryvnia. This is evidenced by a report on significant changes in his financial status, which he submitted to the National Agency for Corruption Prevention (NAZK) on 5 March.
