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Olga Sumska reported having problems with her eyesight
Ukrainian actress Olga Sumska has sought medical advice due to discomfort in her eyes and has revealed that she is being treated for dry eye syndrome.
Zolochiv has been included in the mandatory evacuation zone in the Kharkiv region
In the Kharkiv region, the mandatory evacuation zone has been extended in the Zolochiv area due to the security situation and sustained Russian shelling.
Russia has taken the nuclear-powered cruiser Admiral Nakhimov into its final trials
The Russian heavy nuclear-powered missile cruiser *Admiral Nakhimov* has begun the final stage of trials following several years of repairs and modernisation.
The Ministry of Defence has denied Fedienko’s claim regarding new registers of conscripts
The Ministry of Defence has stated that it is not creating any new registers of conscripts. The only official register in this area is ‘Oberig’.
Social assistance for those on low incomes in June 2026: who is eligible
In June 2026, low-income families will be able to apply for basic social assistance, the amount of which depends on the family’s composition and its average monthly income.
The Rada wants to confiscate electric scooters for traffic offences
A bill has been tabled in the Verkhovna Rada proposing fines, the confiscation of electric scooters and community service for breaches of the rules governing the use of small electric vehicles.
Ukraine is creating its first pet-friendly guide for businesses
Ukraine is preparing its first comprehensive pet-friendly guide for businesses, designed to help establishments create a welcoming environment for visitors with pets.
Penalties for card transfers: when the tax authorities might take an interest
Ukrainians may face additional tax charges, fines and interest due to regular payments into their bank accounts if the tax authorities can prove that this constituted undeclared income.
A new approach to bookings: what Decree No. 692 changes
The Cabinet of Ministers has launched a review of the status of critical enterprises and amended certain conditions regarding the retention of employees liable for military service.
Water charges in June 2026: where prices may rise
In a number of Ukrainian cities, tariffs for centralised water supply and drainage may rise in June due to increased costs for water utilities.
The minimum wage in June 2026: will there be an increase?
In June 2026, the minimum wage in Ukraine remains at 8,647 UAH. The proposal to increase it to 11,183 UAH from July has already been withdrawn.
Seven streets in Kyiv have been closed following shelling: the list
Following the Russian night-time attack on Kyiv on 2 June, traffic was temporarily suspended on seven streets in the capital.
