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The proportion of non-performing assets in Russian banks has exceeded a critical level
In the Russian banking sector, the proportion of non-performing assets has exceeded 10%, which, according to the International Monetary Fund’s methodology, is considered a sign of the onset of a systemic banking crisis.
The full bail amount has been paid for Yermak — he will be released from custody
The full amount of the bail – 140 million hryvnias – has been paid on behalf of Andriy Yermak, the former head of the President’s Office. This allows him to be released from custody.
Bookings in Ukraine: Sobolev reveals the number of bookings and the main reserve
In Ukraine, 1.37 million people have been conscripted, and critical enterprises whose employees have been conscripted generate 60% of tax revenue. Oleksiy Sobolev, Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture, stated that the state must strike a balance between the needs of the military and the economy.
A closed VIP forum on the city’s development strategy is to be held in Lviv: how to register
On 20 May 2026, a closed VIP forum entitled ‘City Development Strategy: Me, You, Society’ will take place in Lviv. The event is being organised by the DMNTR media group, and the main theme will be the development of the urban environment, planning and construction.
Following the drone attacks on Moscow, Peskov stated that there was no threat to Russia’s existence
Following a massive drone attack on Moscow, Russian Presidential Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that there is currently no threat to Russia’s existence. He also referred to nuclear deterrence as the cornerstone of the country’s national security.
Workers from India and Bangladesh: what is known about employment in Ukraine
Discussions are underway in Ukraine regarding the wider recruitment of workers from India and Bangladesh into sectors where businesses are facing staff shortages. At the same time, publicly available official sources currently confirm the general procedure for employing foreign nationals: employers must obtain a permit to employ a foreign national.
Electricity prices could rise to 13 hryvnia: what the Rada has said
Ukraine needs to gradually transition to market-based tariffs for electricity, gas, heating and hot water. During an online discussion organised by the RRR4U consortium, it was noted that the current electricity tariff for households stands at 4.32 UAH per kWh, whilst the market price is approaching 13 UAH.
Attempted assassination of Zelenskyy: two men from Zakarpattia recruited by the FSB to stand trial
Two residents of Zakarpattia are to stand trial on charges of plotting an assassination attempt against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and attempting to seize state power. According to the investigation, they were recruited by Russian citizen Oleksandr Churakov, who was acting on behalf of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB).
Russia has attacked several regions of Ukraine with drones and artillery; there are casualties
During the night of 18 May, Russian forces attacked a number of regions in Ukraine using drones and artillery. Residential buildings, educational establishments, transport and infrastructure have been damaged, and there are casualties.
Ukrainians receive three gas bills: what each bill means
Ukrainians may receive several separate gas bills: for the gas itself, for its distribution, and for the maintenance of in-building networks. A lawyer explained why these charges are separate, how they are calculated, and when a consumer may not have to pay for gas distribution.
Peter Magyar will make his first overseas visit as Prime Minister to Poland
The Hungarian Prime Minister, Péter Magyar, will visit Poland this week. During his visit, he will hold meetings with the country’s leadership and visit three Polish cities.
The General Staff reported 242 combat engagements on the front line over the past 24 hours
Over the past 24 hours, 242 combat engagements were recorded on the front line. Russian forces deployed over 8,000 kamikaze drones and carried out more than 2,700 attacks on Ukrainian military positions and populated areas.