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What will the energy situation be like in the summer of 2026: what Ukrainians can expect
The summer of 2026 could prove challenging for Ukraine’s power grid due to the aftermath of Russian attacks, repair work and electricity shortages. That said, the situation is not catastrophic, but it is worth preparing for potential difficulties.
The ‘Affordable Medicines’ scheme has been expanded: a further 37 medicines have been added to the list
The Ministry of Health has approved an updated list of medicines and medical devices eligible for reimbursement under the ‘Affordable Medicines’ programme. The relevant order will come into force on 31 March.
The SBU and the National Police have detained a further six Russian agents in connection with the arson attacks on military vehicles and state facilities
The SBU and the National Police have announced the arrest of a further six individuals whom investigators believe to be Russian agents involved in arson attacks across several regions of Ukraine. According to law enforcement officials, the suspects were active in Kyiv, Kropyvnytskyi and Zaporizhzhia, and their targets included a district council building, a branch of a state-owned bank, as well as official vehicles belonging to the Defence Forces, the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the State Emergency Service.
A 28-year-old Ukrainian man has been found dead in the mountains of Romania: what is known
Rescue workers in Romania received a report about a 28-year-old Ukrainian man who, having crossed the border through the mountains, was unable to move. By the time he was found, he was already dead.
EU experts have arrived in Ukraine to inspect the Druzhba pipeline: what does this mean for the pipeline?
EU experts have arrived in Ukraine to assess the condition of the Druzhba oil pipeline following its shutdown in January due to damage caused by a Russian strike. Naftogaz has stated that the technical team will assist in assessing the restoration of the infrastructure and the return of oil transit to European safety standards.
American actor Sean Penn visited Ukrainian troops on the front line
During his latest visit to Ukraine, American actor and director Sean Penn visited Ukrainian troops on the front line.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has launched the “Investigator’s Office” to search for and identify unidentified bodies
A new digital tool, the “Investigator’s Dashboard”, has been introduced into the system for tracing persons missing under special circumstances. The Ministry of the Interior states that the new functionality is intended to simplify the recording of unidentified persons, speed up the initial screening of matches and make the identification process more structured.
Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for the ninth year running
Finland has once again been named the happiest country in the world. Meanwhile, Ukraine ranked 111th out of 147 in the happiness index, the same position as last year.
На Львівщині авто вибухнуло після зіткнення в аварії, є жертви
Зранку 19 березня на трасі біля міста Дубляни Львівського району сталася смертельна аварія.
The fuel cashback scheme will start on 20 March: how to take part
The government has approved the ‘Fuel Cashback’ scheme. From 20 March 2026, Ukrainians will be able to receive partial reimbursement for fuel purchased at participating petrol stations.
У росії силовики супроводжують масовий забій худоби, який пояснюють «небезпечним захворюванням»
У Новосибірській області росії помітили залучення силовиків до масового знищення худоби на місцевих фермах. Уряд пояснює це спалахами інфекційного захворювання тварин.
A new approach to collecting utility bills: what the housing law will change
A parliamentary committee is currently examining a draft bill entitled “On the Management of the Housing Stock”, which could change not only the rules governing the management of buildings but also the procedure for recovering debts for utility services. One of the most significant changes is the proposal that claims relating to utility debts should be filed not at the debtor’s place of registration, but at the location of the flat or building where the debt arose.
