War
Ursula von der Leyen, António Costa, leaders of Northern Europe and the Baltic states arrived in Kyiv.
European leaders arrived in the Ukrainian capital on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion. Commemorative events are also taking place in Kyiv with the participation of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and foreign guests.
Four years of war: how the front line, losses, economy and aid to Ukraine have changed
Four years after Russia's full-scale invasion, the war has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives, millions of Ukrainians have left their homes, and international aid has reached hundreds of billions of euros. The front line remains relatively stable most of the time.
Rinat Akhmetov has allocated 13.5 billion hryvnia to support Ukraine since the start of the full-scale war
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Rinat Akhmetov has allocated UAH 13.5 billion to support the country. The funds are directed towards helping the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the defenders of Mariupol, veterans, civilians and the development of social programmes.
Stefanchuk called on PACE to strengthen sanctions against Russia during a meeting in Kyiv
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk, held a meeting with a delegation from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Kyiv. During the talks, he stressed the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia and establish a special tribunal.
Zelensky stated that partners did not grant Ukraine a licence to manufacture Patriot
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that international partners have not yet granted Ukraine a licence to produce Patriot air defence systems or missiles for them. This issue remains key to strengthening Ukraine's air defence capabilities.
Budanov stated that the Office of the President of Ukraine is seeking a deputy for economic affairs
The Office of the President of Ukraine is continuing its search for a candidate for the position of deputy head, who will be responsible for economic issues. This was announced by the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Kirill Budanov.
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has digitised the accounting and supply of military equipment
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has launched a digital logistics management system for accounting and supplying military equipment. The system allows tracking equipment at all stages — from procurement to transfer to military units.
Zheleznyak stated that the owners of Telegram channels are on the SBU's reserve list
Individuals linked to the Telegram channels Times of Ukraine, Ukraine Online, and Insider are on the Ukrainian Security Service's watch list. This was reported by Ukrainian MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak based on the results of his own investigation.
Germany has called on Hungary to reconsider blocking EU sanctions against Russia
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephull called on Hungary to reconsider its decision to block the European Union's new package of sanctions against Russia. This issue is planned to be discussed during meetings in Brussels and at the bilateral level.
Budanov stated that Ukraine expects prisoner exchange this week
The head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, said that the exchange of prisoners of war could take place as early as this week. According to him, this involves a larger number of military personnel than during the previous exchange.
Deferrals from mobilisation are automatically extended in "Reserve+" — Fedorov
In Ukraine, approximately 90% of deferrals from mobilisation are automatically extended through the Reserve+ application. The system independently verifies the data and updates the status without the need to submit documents or visit the TCC.
Ukraine faces demographic disaster amid war
The war in Ukraine has led to a sharp decline in the birth rate, an increase in the number of widows and orphans, and a large-scale population exodus. Demographers are calling it one of the deepest crises in the world.
