Society
Ministry of Culture and UNESCO sign memorandum on Lavra
On 27 February, the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine, UNESCO and the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra National Reserve signed a Memorandum of Cooperation. The document aims to preserve the Church of All Saints above the Economic Gate.
4.4 million Ukrainians will receive 699 million hryvnia in national cashback
Ukrainians have begun receiving payments under the National Cashback programme for their December purchases. A total of 699 million hryvnia will be transferred to the accounts of 4.4 million citizens.
How much water and food: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved standards for Ukrainians in emergency situations
The Cabinet of Ministers has set standards for providing the population with water, food, essential items and services in the event of emergencies. Resolution No. 261 was adopted on 25 February 2026.
New rules for payments to families of deceased defenders: the Ministry of Defence explained what has changed
Ukraine is introducing uniform standards of state support for military families. In particular, the law provides for state support in the amount of 15 million hryvnia for each family of a fallen defender.
The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police uncovered embezzlement of over 50 million hryvnias during the restoration of the Trypilska Thermal Power Plant
Law enforcement officials announced the elimination of a scheme to embezzle funds allocated for emergency repair work at the Trypilska thermal power plant after Russian shelling. Six suspects have been notified of the charges against them.
IMF approves $8.1 billion programme for Ukraine
The IMF Executive Board approved a four-year extended financing programme for Ukraine worth $8.1 billion. The first tranche of approximately $1.5 billion will be disbursed in the near future.
Weather on 27 February: Ukraine under the influence of the Heiko anticyclone
On 27 February, weather conditions in Ukraine will be determined by the Heiko anticyclone. Dry and cool weather is expected.
The Vatican has issued a stamp in honour of Ukrainian Catholics
The Vatican has unveiled a new postage stamp dedicated to Catholics in Ukraine. It depicts Kyiv Cathedral during a blackout.
Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify in case concerning ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Former US President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will testify before a House committee this week as part of an investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein. The testimony will take place in New York State.
Will Telegram be banned in Ukraine? What is happening around the popular messenger?
The debate over possible restrictions on Telegram in Ukraine has been going on for several years. During this time, the messenger has evolved from a simple communication tool to a platform that the state now considers a potential security threat. How did it all start, how did the government's position change, and why has the issue of restricting Telegram returned to the public sphere? Here is a complete chronology of events.
Ukrainians will be able to choose the cheapest medicines through e-prescriptions — government
In Ukraine, along with electronic prescriptions, patients will receive information about the cheapest available options for prescribed medications. This will allow them to choose drugs with the same active ingredient at a lower price.
Employees cannot be dismissed for staying in shelters — lawyers
In Ukraine, an employee's stay in a shelter during an air raid alert is not considered absenteeism and cannot be grounds for dismissal. An employee has the right to leave the workplace for safety reasons.
