Economy
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.
Oil exceeds $107 per barrel: market reacts to blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices rose sharply at the start of trading on 9 March: WTI exceeded $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022, and together with Brent rose above $107. The jump is linked to the US and Israel's war against Iran and the de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
BlackRock limits withdrawals after surge in investor requests
Investment company BlackRock has restricted withdrawals from one of its debt funds following a sharp increase in redemption requests. The situation arose amid investor concerns about the private lending market.
The US approved the sale of $151.8 million worth of weapons to Israel without congressional review.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has approved the possible sale of $151.8 million worth of weapons to Israel. To do so, it used emergency powers that allow it to bypass the congressional review process.
Ships in the Persian Gulf began calling themselves Chinese to avoid Iranian attacks
Some ships in the Persian Gulf that are under threat of attack are changing their transponder signals and identifying themselves as Chinese. Crews are taking these measures in an attempt to reduce the risk of attack.
Fuel prices in Ukraine have risen sharply: what caused this and will there be a shortage?
The cost of petrol and diesel in Ukraine has reached new record highs, and the authorities and experts are explaining the reasons for the sharp rise in prices.
The Ministry of Finance transferred over UAH 18 billion to local budgets in February
Funds from the state budget were allocated to support local communities and finance their priority needs.
The US wants to persuade China to buy less Russian oil
The United States is considering proposing that China reduce its purchases of Russian oil and increase its imports of energy resources from the United States. This issue may be brought up for discussion ahead of the summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
The Pentagon is seeking funding for the war with Iran and to replenish its missile stockpiles.
The US Department of Defence is preparing plans to replenish ammunition stocks that were used during combat operations against Iran. At the same time, the American administration is discussing the possibility of additional funding and increasing missile production.
Food supplies in Dubai will last for 10 days due to the conflict in the Middle East
The war with Iran has affected transport flows in the Persian Gulf region, which is an important hub for global trade. According to Stefan Paul, CEO of Kühne+Nagel International AG, Dubai's fresh food supplies will last for about ten days.
Utility benefits in April: rules and income thresholds
In April 2026, Ukraine will continue to offer discounts on housing and utility services. At the same time, for most citizens, the right to discounts will depend on their income level.
The US has allowed India to purchase Russian oil from tankers for 30 days
The US Treasury Department has granted India a temporary exemption from sanctions, allowing Indian refineries to purchase Russian oil. The decision will remain in effect for 30 days and is linked to the situation on the global energy market amid the war with Iran.
