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The Black Sea Security Forum 2026 has kicked off in Odessa
The third Black Sea Security Forum, an international security forum, began in Odessa on 29 May; this year, it brought together over 1,200 participants from Ukraine, Europe, the US and other countries around the world
What public holiday is celebrated in Ukraine on 30 May 2026?
On 30 May, Ukraine and the rest of the world mark World Asthma and Allergy Day, Women’s Emancipation Day, International Hug Your Cat Day and ‘Water the Flowers’ Day. On this day, Orthodox Christians commemorate Saint Isaac of Dalmatia
The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commented on the scandal surrounding the UPA
The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has responded to criticism from Polish politicians and officials following President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s decision to award the ‘Heroes of the UPA’ honorary title to the ‘North’ Special Operations Centre of the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Special Operations Forces
Weather forecast for Ukraine on 30 May 2026
On Friday, 30 May, unsettled weather with rain and thunderstorms is forecast for most regions of Ukraine. The heaviest rainfall is expected in the central, southern and eastern regions
Povaliy’s songs have been handed over to the state: the singer has been sentenced in absentia to 12 years
Taisiya Povaliy has been sentenced in absentia to 12 years’ imprisonment, with all her property to be confiscated. In addition, the property rights to nine of her musical works have already been transferred to the state.
8 million Ukrainians are currently living abroad against their will — Sibiga
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga has stated that the number of Ukrainians who are currently stranded abroad stands at 8 million.
Apricots and peaches could be in short supply: what to expect this summer
The unusually cold April in Ukraine hit the fruit and berry sector hardest. Apricots, peaches, early cherries and strawberries were particularly at risk.
Demand for firewood has risen sharply in Ukraine
Українці влаштували справжній бум на ринку альтернативного палива та скупили майже 1,1 млн куб. м дров лише за перші місяці року. Це вдвічі більше, ніж за аналогічний період минулого року, коли люди придбали всього 534 тис. куб. м.
Ukrzaliznytsia is working on launching the Kyiv–Varna train
In April, Oleksii Kuleba, Deputy Prime Minister for Ukraine’s Recovery and Minister for Community and Territorial Development, announced that work was underway to launch a new international route for Ukrzaliznytsia. According to him, a trial run of the ‘Kyiv–Varna’ service could take place as early as this summer.
The film *2000 Metres to Andriivka* won an Emmy Award in the documentary category
The documentary film *2000 Metres to Andriivka* by Ukrainian journalists Mstislav Chernov and Alex Babenko has won an Emmy Award in the ‘Outstanding Directing’ category.
2026 subsidies may be scrapped due to debts: who is affected
In 2026, housing benefits may not be granted or renewed for households with outstanding utility bills. The key threshold is arrears of more than three months, provided the amount exceeds 680 UAH.
Women’s pensions in 2027: what mistake could cost you your pensionable service
In 2027, women in Ukraine will be able to retire at the age of 60 only if they have at least 34 years of insurance contributions. If they have fewer years of contributions, the retirement age may be raised to 63 or 65.
