Politics
Budanov discussed whether Russia might carry out a new mobilisation this year
Kyrylo Budanov, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, believes that there are no technical reasons preventing Russia from carrying out a mobilisation similar to the one that took place in 2022. At that time, they carried out a partial mobilisation of the population.
The EU’s 21st package of sanctions against Russia may be postponed until the autumn: what will happen to the oil price cap?
The European Union may postpone the adoption of the 21st package of sanctions against Russia until the autumn if member states do not agree on it this week.
Budanov outlined Ukraine’s current strategy in the war: focusing on Russian logistics and Crimea
At this stage of the war, Ukraine is focusing on disrupting and hampering Russian logistics, stabilising the front line and stepping up pressure on the occupiers in Crimea. This was stated in an interview with RBC-Ukraine by Kirill Budanov, Head of the Office of the President.
China has tested a submarine-launched ballistic missile in the Pacific Ocean for the first time. It has been criticised by its ‘neighbours’
China has tested a ballistic missile launched from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean. Chinese officials described the test as a “routine exercise”, which they claimed was not directed against any specific country.
Ukraine needs more air defence systems: Ursula von der Leyen announced a key topic for the NATO summit
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has stated that one of the key issues at the NATO summit in Ankara will be the strengthening of Ukraine’s air defences.
French defence firm Thales is acquiring a manufacturer of marine robotics for nearly 4 billion euros
The French defence group Thales SA has signed an agreement to acquire the marine robotics company Exail Technologies SA for €3.9 billion.
Customs is going digital: there are plans to phase out paper documents almost entirely
A new version of the Customs Code is being drafted in Ukraine, which is intended to bring most customs procedures online and bring the Ukrainian customs service into line with European Union rules. The draft bill has already been tabled in the Verkhovna Rada, and its adoption is one of the conditions for Ukraine to receive the next tranche of European macro-financial assistance.
Ukraine is drafting a specific law on artificial intelligence in line with EU standards: what we know
Work has begun in Ukraine on drafting a specific law on artificial intelligence, which is intended to bring national legislation into line with European rules and create clear conditions for the development of AI technologies.
The EU to step up aid to Ukraine following Russia’s large-scale attack: what von der Leyen has promised
The European Union is preparing new measures to support Ukraine following yet another large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv and other cities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has stated that discussions on strengthening Ukraine’s air defences will take place this week at the NATO summit in Ankara, and that the EU is working on a new package of sanctions against Russia.
Klitschko is insisting on a meeting of the National Security and Defence Council to discuss Kyiv’s ‘resilience plan’
The Mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, has accused the government of “inaction”, “complaints” and a lack of funding for the capital’s preparations for winter. He stressed the urgent need to convene a meeting of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine.
US intelligence is helping Ukraine to circumvent Russian air defences — media reports
US intelligence is helping Ukraine to plan drone routes and bypass Russian air defences during strikes on oil refineries.
Ukraine calls for an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council following a large-scale attack by the Russian Federation
Ukraine is calling for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council following yet another massive Russian missile and drone attack, which has resulted in numerous civilian casualties. Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga has called on the Security Council’s member states to support Ukraine’s request.
