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The US has frozen $344 million in cryptocurrency linked to Iran
The US administration has announced that it has frozen a significant amount of cryptocurrency which, according to its information, is linked to Iran. The decision was taken against a backdrop of mounting economic pressure on Tehran.
Zheleznyak reported over 1,150 cases of fictitious bookings in Ukraine
MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak stated that, since September 2024, over 1,150 criminal cases have been recorded in Ukraine concerning fictitious employment arrangements aimed at securing exemption from mobilisation. According to him, state-owned or municipal enterprises are involved in almost half of these cases.
Russia is preparing to cut more than 100,000 public sector jobs
The Russian authorities are planning large-scale cuts in the public sector due to a funding shortfall. The highest number of redundancies is expected in a number of regions, particularly in Moscow and the Moscow Region.
Iran could damage undersea cables as a means of exerting pressure in the Strait of Hormuz
Amid tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, concerns have mounted over the risk of damage to undersea internet cables. Experts warn that such a scenario could have global consequences.
Electricity at 17 UAH from 1 May: will Ukrainians’ bills go up?
From 1 May 2026, new price caps for electricity will come into effect in Ukraine. The maximum price could reach around 17 UAH per kWh; however, this does not mean an immediate increase in tariffs for the general public: for domestic consumers, the tariff currently remains at around 4.32 UAH per kWh.
How to appeal against a fine imposed by the TCC for failing to update data in a timely manner
Following the update to mobilisation procedures and military registration rules, the courts continue to hear disputes concerning fines imposed by the Territorial Recruitment Centres and the Special Recruitment Services. Some of these decisions are being overturned due to procedural errors or insufficient evidence of the offence.
Zaluzhny outlined his vision of Ukraine’s victory and possible scenarios for ending the war
During his conversation with students, Valerii Zaluzhnyi described how he envisages Ukraine’s victory and what options he considers possible for ending the war. He also stated that there is no obvious military solution to the current situation.
A prolonged magnetic storm is set to hit the Earth: how long will the storm last?
From Monday, 27 April, an increase in geomagnetic activity is expected. According to experts’ forecasts, the magnetic storm will last for at least three days – from 27 to 29 April – and may reach severe levels at times.
The National Police have arrested suspects who laundered nearly 580 million hryvnias from defence contracts
Law enforcement officials have reported uncovering a scheme involving the misuse of funds from defence contracts. According to the investigation, hundreds of millions of hryvnias were laundered through this scheme.
Soviet-era service may not count towards a pension: who is affected
Ukrainians who reach retirement age in 2026 may not have their entire period of service during the Soviet era recognised. This depends on which republic of the former Soviet Union the person worked in and whether they receive a pension from that state.
A massive attack on Odessa, leaving 10 people injured and causing damage to civilian infrastructure
A large-scale drone attack on Odesa has resulted in casualties and damage to residential buildings and infrastructure. Details of the damage were being clarified throughout the night.
The General Staff reported 241 combat engagements over the past 24 hours, with the heaviest fighting taking place in the Pokrovsk sector
Over the past 24 hours, 241 combat engagements were recorded along the front line. The Pokrovsk sector saw the highest number of attacks.