UNESCO points out deteriorating human rights situation in occupied Crimea
The Executive Board of UNESCO once again points out deteriorating human rights situation on the occupied Crimean peninsula.
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Ukraine, China plan to intensify regional cooperation between capitals
Ukraine and China praise the level of dialogue between the two capitals - Kyiv and Beijing - and plan to intensify regional cooperation.
Acting energy minister: Ukraine should integrate into ENTSO-E
Acting Minister of Energy of Ukraine Yuriy Vitrenko stated that his task will be to integrate Ukraine into the ENTSO-E, the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity.
PM Shmyhal invites Canada to join Crimean Platform
Ukraine is interested in visa liberalization with Canada and the expansion of free trade area between the countries, as well as Canada's participation in the Crimean Platform initiative.
Ukraine becomes world's second largest grain exporter
Based on the results of 2019-2020 marketing year, Ukraine has become world's second largest grain exporter, trailing only to the United States.
Russia to be clearly defined as aggressor state in Ukrainian legislation
The future law on Ukraine’s state policy of transitional period will clearly define the Russian Federation as the aggressor state.
Zelensky, Laschet discuss Ukraine’s European integration, reforms and Donbas
During a phone conversation, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky invited newly elected leader of the Christian Democratic Union of Germany (CDU), Minister-President of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia Armin Laschet, to visit Ukraine.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas six times
Over the past day, January 22, six ceasefire violations were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
Ukraine reports 4,928 new coronavirus cases
A total of 4,928 new coronavirus cases have been recorded in Ukraine in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 1,187,897.
22 January 2021
Ceasefire in Donbas continues to be generally respected – Ambassador Grau
The ceasefire is eastern Ukraine continues to be generally respected, despite certain disturbing trends.
Defense Ministry ready to increase funding for missile program – Taran
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is ready to increase funding for promising projects of Ukrainian missile program.
Ukraine creates all necessary mechanisms to attract investment – Petrashko
Ukraine has created all the necessary mechanisms to attract investment. The task is to implement them, Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Agriculture of Ukraine Ihor Petrashko has said.
UAF fines Dynamo Kyiv president UAH 50,000
Dynamo Kyiv President Ihor Surkis has been fined for his remarks during a TV interview in August 2020, according to the official website of the Ukrainian Association of Football (UAF).
Meeting of Normandy Four leaders' advisers postponed – President’s Office
A meeting of advisers to the leaders of the Normandy format countries, planned to be held via videoconference today, has been tentatively postponed until January 27.
Ukraine ranks 120th in financial market development
To date, Ukraine ranks 120th in financial market development among 125 world countries.
UkraineInvest plans to create up to 70 liaison offices this year
The Investment Promotion Office (UkraineInvest) plans to create up to 70 liaison offices around in the world this year and intensify cooperation with the Ukrainian regions.
U.S. Embassy reminds Russia of Donbas and Crimea on Ukrainian Unity Day
On the Day of Unity of Ukraine, the United States Embassy once again called on Russia to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders, including Crimea and Donbas.
Ukrainian infrastructure minister, Portuguese ambassador discuss cooperation in aviation, transport
Ukrainian Infrastructure Minister Vladyslav Kryklii has held a working meeting with Ambassador of Portugal to Ukraine Antonio Vasco Alves Machado during which the parties discussed prospects for cooperation between the two countries in various infrastructure areas, including aviation and transport, according to a statement posted on the website of the Ukrainian Infrastructure Ministry.
Ukrainian scientists cooperate with scientific institutions and organizations of 50 countries
Scientists of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine cooperate with scientific institutions and organizations of 50 world countries.
Highest incidence of COVID-19 cases recorded in three regions, Kyiv city
As of January 22, the highest incidence of coronavirus cases in Ukraine has been recorded in Mykolaiv, Zaporizhzhia, Cherkasy regions and the city of Kyiv.
Zelensky calls for reform of social services market after fire in Kharkiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the sphere of the provision of social services in Ukraine, in particular the activities of elderly care homes, should be regulated at the legislative level.
Ukraine’s Health Ministry updates list of countries in ‘red’ and ‘green’ zones
The Ministry of Health of Ukraine has released an updated list of countries in "red" and "green" zones according to the incidence rate of COVID-19 as of January 22, 2021.
Ukraine supports joint statement of WTO members relating to World Food Programme
WTO members will not impose export prohibitions or restrictions on foodstuffs purchased for non-commercial humanitarian purposes by the World Food Programme.
Stefanchuk hopes parliament will reduce number of MPs to 300
First Vice Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk has said he hopes that the Verkhovna Rada in 2021 will support amendments to the Constitution of Ukraine to reduce the number of MPs from 450 to 300.
Ukraine sends note to OSCE mission over killing of serviceman near Hnutove
The Ukrainian side of the Joint Center for Control and Coordination (JCCC) has sent a note to the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine due to the killing of a Ukrainian Armed Forces serviceman as a result of enemy shelling in Donbas, the Ukrainian delegation to the Trilateral Contact Group has reported on Facebook.
Kyiv reports 507 new COVID-19 cases – Klitschko
Kyiv city has recorded 507 new coronavirus cases in the past day, bringing the total number to 125,342, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
Ukraine outlines energy development priorities for coming years
Ukrainian economic recovery and energy sector reform are in line with the European Green Deal, Deputy Energy Minister of Ukraine Yaroslav Demchenkov said at the 11th session of the IRENA Assembly.
Unity makes Ukraine stronger against backdrop of past and modern challenges – EU Delegation
On the Day of Unity of Ukraine, the European Union reiterates its unwavering support for Ukraine’s independence and sovereignty.
Heads of EU institutions: Ukraine can count on solidarity in receiving vaccines
President of the European Council Charles Michel and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen say that Ukraine can count on the solidarity of the European Union in obtaining a COVID-19 vaccine.
Ukraine leaders lay flowers at monument to Hrushevsky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has paid tribute to President of the Ukrainian People's Republic Mykhailo Hrushevsky and laid flowers at the monument to him in Kyiv.
Ukraine at OSCE urges to put pressure on Russia over violations in Crimea
Ukraine calls on the OSCE participating states to condemn the political persecution of Ukrainians by the Russian occupation administration in Crimea.
Kravchuk proposes drafting single document for Normandy format leaders - TCG
The head of the Ukrainian delegation to the Trilateral Contact Group (TCG), Leonid Kravchuk, has proposed developing a single document with the best proposals from political advisers for approval by the leaders of the Normandy Four countries.
Zelensky holds meeting on priority issues for Ukrainian authorities in 2021
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a meeting on priority issues put on the agenda of the Ukrainian authorities in 2021, the presidential press service has reported.
7th anniversary of Revolution of Dignity: first Heroes of Heavenly Hundred killed on this day
On January 22, 2014, the Revolution of Dignity suffered the first casualties who will later be called the Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred.
SMM: Grad multiple rocket launchers still deployed near Krasnolutskyi in violation of withdrawal lines
Some 21 Grad multiple rocket launchers deployed in violation of withdrawal lines have been spotted again near Krasnolutskyi in the occupied Luhansk region.
Ukraine marks Day of Unity
Ukraine marks the Day of Unity on January 22, the day when the Ukrainian People's Republic (UPR) and the West Ukrainian People's Republic (WUPR) signed the Unification Act in 1919.
U.S. at OSCE: Russia's attempts to freeze conflict in Donbas must be prevented
OSCE participating States should consider ways to prevent the conflict in Donbas from becoming another frozen conflict in Europe.
Seven ceasefire violations in Donbas, Ukrainian soldier killed
Over the past day, January 21, seven ceasefire violations were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
Ukraine reports 5,348 new coronavirus cases
A total of 5,348 new coronavirus cases have been recorded in Ukraine in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 1,182,969, Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has said.
21 January 2021
Ukraine, Saudi Arabia discuss development of agricultural cooperation
The first meeting of the Ukrainian-Saudi working group on trade and investment relations in agriculture took place in Kyiv.
Foreign ministers of Ukraine and China discuss COVID-19 vaccine supply
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba discussed with State Councilor and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China Wang Yi the priorities for developing strategic partnerships between the countries for this year and asked for assistance in granting permission to export COVID-19 vaccines to Ukraine.
Foreign Ministry: Sovereign Belarus important for Ukraine and Europe
It is extremely important for Ukraine and Europe that Belarus remains a sovereign and independent state, free from Russian influence.
Ukrainian Dzhima wins silver at Biathlon World Cup
Ukrainian Yuliia Dzhima has won a silver medal in the women's 15km individual race at the Biathlon World Cup in Anterselva, Italy.
Over 5,000 Ukrainians held liable for corruption offences in 2020
The data on 5,131 persons was entered into the unified state register of persons who committed corruption or corruption-related offences in 2020.
Ukrainian serviceman dies in Congo
A serviceman of the 11th Separate Army Aviation Brigade, Senior Lieutenant Oleksandr Mulyavka, has died in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the brigade has reported on Facebook.
Fire in Kharkiv elderly care home kills 15
Firefighters are extinguishing a fire in a two-story apartment building on Nyzhnia Hyivska Street in Kharkiv, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine has reported.
NBU governor predicts growth of international reserves to USD 30B
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) expects funding from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and other partners to increase Ukraine's international reserves up to USD 30 billion, despite significant external debt repayments.
Denisova: Exact number of people to be transferred from occupied Donbas still unknown
Currently, there is no information on the whereabouts of illegally imprisoned Ukrainian citizens, whose transfer was unilaterally declared earlier in the occupied Donbas, and their number is constantly changing.
National Bank keeps discount rate at 6%
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has decided not to change the discount rate and leave it at the level of 6%, NBU Governor Kyrylo Shevchenko says.
Economic Development Ministry: Protection of domestic producers does not contradict WTO agreements
The draft law on the protection of Ukraine's national economic interests, which was approved by the Cabinet of Ministers on January 20, does not contradict Ukraine's international agreements in the trade and economic sphere.
Ukraine initiates debate in PACE on Russia's human rights violations in Crimea
The permanent delegation of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) is initiating a debate next week on Russia's human rights violations in the occupied Crimea.
COVID-19 vaccination: Ukraine to receive almost UAH 2.5B from World Bank
The World Bank will provide Ukraine with almost UAH 2.5 billion for vaccination against COVID-19, Deputy Health Minister Svitlana Shatalova has said.
Highest incidence of COVID-19 cases recorded in three regions, Kyiv city
As of January 21, the highest incidence of coronavirus cases in Ukraine has been recorded in Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Cherkasy regions and the city of Kyiv.
ECHR confirms human rights violations during Maidan protests
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has upheld a number of lawsuits concerning numerous violations of the European Convention on Human Rights by the Ukrainian authorities during the revolutionary events on the Maidan square in Kyiv and in other regions of Ukraine.
Dzheppar: Crimean Platform summit should not be limited to human rights issues
The Crimean Platform summit, scheduled for August 23 in Ukraine, should raise the full range of issues concerning the occupied Crimea, from the humanitarian aspect to the security sector.
Kyiv reports 595 new COVID-19 cases
Kyiv city has recorded 595 new coronavirus cases in the past day, bringing the total number to 124,835, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
Ukrainian govt assures that heating and hot water tariffs will not increase
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal has instructed to prepare a draft memorandum of understanding on the settlement of problematic issues in the sector of centralized heating and hot water supplies in Ukraine.
Ambassador: Ukraine continues negotiations on COVID-19 vaccine supply with United States
The Embassy of Ukraine in the United States held preparatory talks with Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson to receive COVID-19 vaccine back in summer. Now the talks are held at the level of the Ministry of Health.
Government dismisses deputy minister for strategic industries
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has dismissed Deputy Minister for Strategic Industries Vitalii Nemilostivyi, according to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.