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Four communities to receive €2.5 million for the construction of solar power plants
The communities of Khmelivska, Synivska, Talalaivska, and Pryluky will be the first to receive funding for SES within the framework of the energy sustainability programme.
The son of a Ukrainian banker suspected of kidnapping and murdering his father has been arrested in Barcelona.
The 34-year-old son of a former Ukrainian banker, who is suspected of kidnapping and murdering his father in Milan, was arrested in Barcelona. The operation was carried out by Italian and Spanish law enforcement agencies.
Fines from the Tax Code can be paid online with a 50% discount.
Fines for violations of military registration from the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Centre (TRSC) can be paid online with a 50% discount through the Reserve+ app.
Child benefits and "yeYasla" payments will be received by 2 March – Ministry of Social Policy
Child benefits, childcare benefits for children under one year of age, and benefits under the "yeYasla" programme will be paid into recipients' accounts by 2 March. This was announced by Minister of Social Policy Denys Ulyutin during a session of the Verkhovna Rada.
In Britain, a Belarusian citizen is accused of setting fire to a car with Ukrainian registration
In the United Kingdom, a 30-year-old Belarusian citizen is accused of conspiracy to set fire to a car with Ukrainian registration. According to investigators, he received the assignment through a Russian-language website.
Japan has transferred three autotransformers to Ukraine for its power grid
Japan, through the JICA agency, has provided Ukraine with three autotransformers worth over $20 million to support the energy sector. The equipment will replace substations damaged during attacks.
Former British Prime Minister Sunak to advise Zelensky on Ukraine's economy
Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has joined President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's International Advisory Council on Ukraine's economic renewal. The position is unpaid.
EU Council approves deportation of asylum seekers to third countries
The Council of the European Union has approved changes to the asylum system that allow asylum seekers to be sent to third countries even if they have no personal ties there. The new rules will come into force in June 2026.
The Ministry of Defence has set compensation for subletting housing in 2026
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has determined the amount of monetary compensation to be paid to Armed Forces personnel for renting accommodation at their place of service in 2026. The relevant decision was adopted on 24 February 2026.
OpenAI will report suspicious chats in ChatGPT to the police following the shooting in Canada
OpenAI has announced that it will strengthen its security protocols and inform law enforcement agencies about ChatGPT chats that pose an "imminent and credible risk." The decision was announced after a shooting in Canada, in which the suspect used the service.
The NBU will issue modified 100 hryvnia notes in 2026
The National Bank of Ukraine plans to issue a modified 100 hryvnia banknote in 2026. It will be part of an updated series with an enhanced design.
Mindich declared his readiness to return and go to prison on bail
Businessman Timur Mindich, who is involved in the Midas case concerning embezzlement in the energy sector, has stated his willingness to return to Ukraine and remain in custody on condition of "honest bail".
