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Almost half a million troops. British intelligence has released figures on Russian casualties in the war in Ukraine
According to British intelligence estimates, Russia has lost nearly 500,000 of its troops since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The Verkhovna Rada has ratified a €90 billion loan agreement with the European Union
The Verkhovna Rada has ratified an agreement with the European Union on a €90 billion loan. The Rada also ratified a memorandum of understanding with the EU regarding the loan. These documents were submitted by President Zelenskyy in the morning as part of draft law No. 0376. It was supported by 298 MPs from all factions; no one voted against it.
High fuel prices. How much do petrol station chains make on every litre?
An expert has calculated how much petrol station chains currently earn from the sale of petrol and diesel per litre.
‘Khrushchev-era’ blocks set for demolition: Parliament explains what will happen to the flats
Discussions are underway in Ukraine regarding new rules for the renovation of the old housing stock, particularly ‘Khrushchev-era’ blocks, some of which are already in a dilapidated or critically dilapidated state. The Verkhovna Rada has stated that there are no plans for mass compulsory evictions, but that the mechanism for obtaining co-owners’ consent may be amended.
Turkey has significantly reduced its imports of Russian Urals crude and replaced it with Kazakh crude
In May, Turkey will cut its imports of Russian Urals crude from Baltic and Black Sea ports to their lowest level in nearly a year and a half. The market has been affected by rising prices and increased demand from Asian buyers.
Migration and foreign workers: Parliament highlights control issues
There is ongoing discussion in Ukraine about tightening controls on migration, the employment of foreign nationals and the issuing of residence permits. A parliamentary committee has stated that the main problem lies not in the presence of foreign nationals per se, but in illegal residence and shortcomings in the verification system.
Russian troops have attacked several regions of Ukraine over the past 24 hours; there are casualties
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces have carried out strikes on the Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Odesa, Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. The attacks have resulted in casualties and injuries, as well as damage to residential and civilian infrastructure.
Norway is set to join France’s nuclear umbrella due to the threat from Russia
Norway is set to join the French nuclear deterrence initiative. The decision is attributed to the deteriorating security situation in Europe, Russia’s rearmament and growing doubts about the reliability of US security guarantees.
Naftogaz is switching to a new format for gas bills: what will change
Naftogaz of Ukraine has urged consumers to stop using paper gas bills and switch to electronic bills via the “Kub” app. In June, the tariff for the company’s domestic customers will remain unchanged at 7.96 UAH per cubic metre.
Sweden is preparing to transfer Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine
Sweden is preparing to transfer several JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine. The two sides may also begin negotiations on the sale of additional Gripen E aircraft.
The US has launched fresh strikes against Iran near the Strait of Hormuz
The US carried out further strikes on Iranian territory overnight. The US military attacked a military facility in Bandar Abbas and shot down four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz.
Weather in Ukraine on 28 May 2026: cold and stormy winds
A cold snap is expected across almost all regions of Ukraine on 28 May. As a result of the cold air following the passage of a weather front, temperatures will drop and the wind will pick up in places, reaching gale-force gusts.