Kyiv, Ankara have potential to double trade – Cavusoglu
Ukraine and Turkey show their readiness to sign a free trade agreement and have the potential to double trade turnover.
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Zelensky thanks Italy for humanitarian aid provided to flood-hit regions
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Prime Minister of the Italian Republic Giuseppe Conte for the humanitarian aid provided to Ukraine to overcome the effects of floods in western regions.
President’s Office comments on outcome of meeting of advisers to ‘Normandy Four’ leaders in Berlin
Ukraine, France and Germany took a consolidated position during a meeting of political advisers to the leaders of the "Normandy Four" countries in Berlin. Russia took a break to prepare its answer.
Ukraine reports 914 new COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours
As of July 4, Ukraine’s total laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 grew to 47,677.
Invaders launch 20 attacks on Ukrainian troops in Donbas. One soldier wounded, one civilian killed
On July 3, the armed formations of the Russian Federation violated ceasefire in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas 20 times.
03 July 2020
Verkhovna Rada votes for allocation of additional UAH 2 bln to overcome effects of floods
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has adopted a bill introducing amendments to the law on Ukraine's state budget for 2020 to increase the reserve fund of the state budget to overcome the effects of floods in western Ukraine.
Zelensky, Conte hope for early resumption of flights between Ukraine and Italy
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of the Italian Republic Giuseppe Conte expressed hope for the resumption of regular flights between the countries in the near future.
Human Rights Commissioner: Eleven civilians killed in Donbas this year
Since the beginning of 2020, 11 civilians have been killed in Donbas as a result of military actions of the Russian Federation. In total, since the beginning of the Russian aggression in Donbas, Ukraine has lost more than 13,000 citizens.
Parliament dismisses Smolii from post of NBU governor
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has dismissed Yakiv Smolii from the post of the Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine.
Ukraine at OSCE calls for sanctions over voting on amendments to Russian constitution in occupied territories
Ukraine calls on international partners to respond, including through strengthening sanctions pressure, to the fact that Russia has forced residents of the occupied territories of Donbas and Crimea to take part in voting on amendments to the Russian Constitution.
Smolii on his resignation: It is a protest, a signal and a ‘red line’
Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine Yakiv Smolii has stressed that his resignation is a caution and a warning against attempts to undermine the institutional foundations of the NBU.
Ukraine to continue to participate in Treaty on Open Skies
Ukraine, together with its NATO and EU member states partners, will continue to participate in the Treaty on Open Skies and implement it.
MH17 case: Dutch court holds tenth hearing
The tenth court hearing in the MH17 case began on Friday, July 3, at 13:30 local time at the Schiphol Judicial Complex in the Netherlands, according to Ukrinform's correspondent in The Hague.
Kuleba: Lack of water in Crimea is consequence of Russia's actions
The lack of water in the annexed Crimea is a consequence of actions of the Russian Federation as an occupying power, for which it is fully responsible. Ukraine will not supply water to the peninsula until it is de-occupied.
Maronkova: Ukraine should carry out appropriate reforms on path towards NATO
Ukraine should carry out appropriate reforms within the framework of Euro-Atlantic integration and on the path towards NATO membership.
Ukraine, Thailand plan to hold Joint Trade Commission meeting and business forum by year-end
Ukraine and Thailand plan to hold an inaugural meeting of the Joint Trade Commission and the Ukraine-Thailand Business Forum by the end of the year.
Yermak taking part in meeting of political advisers to ‘Normandy Four’ leaders in Berlin
On Friday, July 3, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak will pay a working visit to Germany as part of the Ukrainian delegation headed by Deputy Prime Minister - Minister for Reintegration of Temporarily Occupied Territories Oleksiy Reznikov.
Ukraine’s repayments of public debt in 2021 estimated at UAH 600 bln - Marchenko
Ukraine’s repayment of the public debt next year is projected at UAH 600 billion, according to preliminary estimates.
Over 9.3 thousand Ukrainians visited Brazil in 2017-2018 – Ambassador
Over 9.3 thousand Ukrainians visited Brazil in 2017-2018. Among the most popular destinations are Rio de Janeiro, Florianopolis, Buzios, Foz do Iguacu, Sao Paulo, the Amazon, and El Salvador.
Flood-hit Ivano-Frankivsk region receives humanitarian aid from Sweden
The rescuers of Ivano-Frankivsk region received humanitarian assistance from the Swedish government to eliminate the effects of floods in the region, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine has reported.
Kyiv city reports 105 new coronavirus cases in past 24 hours
Kyiv city has confirmed 105 new cases of the coronavirus COVID-19 over the past day, bringing the total number of cases in the city to 5,347, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
UK won’t recognise voting on amendments to Russian constitution in occupied Crimea
The UK does not and will not recognise voting on amendments to the Russian constitution in the territory of the occupied Crimea.
Kyiv city, nine regions not ready to ease lockdown measures – Health Ministry
As of July 3, Kyiv city and nine regions in Ukraine do not meet all the necessary criteria for easing quarantine measures introduced to prevent the coronavirus spread, according to data provided by the Health Ministry.
Ukrainian army gets four BTR-4E APCs
Kharkiv Morozov Machine Building Design Bureau has transferred four BTR-4E armored personnel carriers to the Ukrainian Armed Forces as part of the implementation of the state defense order, the press service of the Ukroboronprom State Concern has reported.
UIA plane crash: Ukraine to negotiate with Iran on behalf of five countries
The countries of the International Coordination and Response Group to support families of victims of PS752 signed a memorandum of understanding in cooperation at the negotiations on the payment of compensation by the Islamic Republic of Iran.
PM Shmyhal: Additional UAH 2 bln needed to overcome effects of floods
The flood-affected regions in western Ukraine need additional UAH 2 billion to eliminate the effects of bad weather.
Ukraine-Brazil trade grows by 21.5% in 2019
In 2019, trade turnover between Ukraine and Brazil increased by 21.5% compared to 2018.
Ukraine at OSCE: Russia has three force groupings capable of sudden offensive on border
Russia has deployed three joint force groupings near the border, capable of carrying out sudden offensive with limited targets on the territory of Ukraine.
Medical Council established at Health Ministry
Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has established the Medical Council at the Health Ministry as part of the healthcare system reform in Ukraine.
COVID-19 mortality in Ukraine one of lowest in Europe - Stepanov
The death rate from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Ukraine is one of the lowest in Europe, Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has said.
Kyslytsia: New UN Security Council resolution to increase pressure on Russia to implement ‘Minsk’
A United Nations Security Council resolution adopted on July 1, which calls for an immediate ceasefire in all armed conflicts, will step up pressure on Russia to implement the Minsk agreements, namely, to ensure a ceasefire in the temporarily occupied eastern areas of Ukraine.
Another checkpoint to reopen on Ukrainian-Polish border
The Budomierz-Hrushiv checkpoint on the Ukrainian-Polish border will resume its operation on July 6, reads an order by the Polish interior minister of July 2.
Ukraine at OSCE: Russian corps in Donbas larger than some European armies
The military power of two army corps created by Russia in the territory of “DPR” and “LPR” in eastern Ukraine exceed the armed forces of some European countries.
International investors call on Zelensky to start effective dialogue with NBU
The international business community has called on President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to start the effective dialogue with the National Bank of Ukraine and allow the central bank to perform its tasks.
Members of U.S. Congress send letter to Zelensky calling to strengthen Ukraine’s energy security
Members of the United States Congress sent a letter to President Volodymyr Zelensky, in which they called for strengthening Ukraine’s energy security through the development of renewable energy.
Invaders launch ten attacks on Ukrainian troops in Donbas
On July 2, the armed formations of the Russian Federation violated ceasefire in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas ten times.
Ukraine reports 876 new coronavirus cases in past 24 hours
As of July 3, Ukraine’s cases of the coronavirus COVID-19 grew to 46,763, according to data provided by the coronavirus spread monitoring system of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
Zelensky meets with NBU leadership
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has held consultations with the leadership of the National Bank and financial market participants to discuss the candidacy for the post of a new NBU governor, according to the president’s press service.
02 July 2020
Ukrainian parliament will hold extraordinary meeting on July 3 - Arakhamia
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, will hold an extraordinary meeting on Friday, July 3, to consider personnel issues.
EU calls NBU governor's resignation ‘worrying signal’
The announcement of the resignation of the Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine, Yakiv Smolii, against the backdrop of alleged political pressure sends a worrying signal.
Russia annually spends about $5 billion on occupied Crimea and Donbas
About $5 billion is allocated annually from the budget of the Russian Federation for the upkeep of the temporarily occupied territories of Donbas and Crimea.
Kuleba to pay two-day visit to Turkey
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba will pay a visit to the Republic of Turkey on July 3-4 at the invitation of Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.
Smolii's resignation will not affect hryvnia exchange rate – Ukrainian Finance Ministry
The Ukrainian Finance Ministry believes that the resignation of Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) Yakiv Smolii will not affect the national currency.
Khomchak: Each brigade in JFO area will be reinforced by Javelins
Ukrainian servicepersons actively work out the tactics of Javelin usage. In the future, each of the brigades that will enter the JFO area will be reinforced by Javelins.
Most Ukrainians expect economic crisis this autumn - poll
More than half of Ukrainians predict that Ukraine will face an economic crisis in the fall, according to a survey conducted by the Rating sociological group.
Kerch Bridge daily reminds of Russia’s occupation of Crimea – U.S. Embassy
Russia’s unauthorized construction and continued use of the Kerch Strait Bridge reminds us daily of Russia’s unlawful seizure and occupation of Crimea, the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine has stated.
Losses from floods in Chernivtsi region preliminary estimated at UAH 1.3 bln
According to preliminary estimates, losses from bad weather and floods in Chernivtsi region amount to UAH 1.3 billion.
Commander-in-Chief: Ukraine’s Armed Forces get enhanced opportunities for cooperation with NATO
Granting Ukraine NATO’s Enhanced Opportunities Partner status will allow sharing intelligence data, enhancing cooperation in maintaining security in the Black Sea, and improving interoperability with the armies of NATO member countries.
EBA calls for continued reforms and independence of Ukraine’s National Bank
The European Business Association (EBA) has urged to prevent the rollback of reforms in the financial sector and ensure the continued independence of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU).
Ukrainian PM, Kazakh ambassador discuss trade, economic cooperation
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Kazakh Ambassador to Ukraine Darkhan Kaletayev have discussed trade and economic cooperation between the two countries, the Ukrainian government's press service has reported.
Motor Sich cancels Zaporizhzhia-Minsk flights until July 31
Motor Sich Airlines has announced it cancels flights between Zaporizhzhia and Minsk from July 17 to July 31 due to the difficult epidemiological situation.
Ukraine at OSCE: 3,094 Ukrainian servicepersons killed, 12,000 wounded in Donbas
As a result of the armed conflict unleashed by Russia, 3,094 Ukrainian servicepersons have been killed and almost 12,000 fighters have been wounded in Donbas.
Ukrainian court convicts foreigners who sent ISIS mercenaries to Syria, Iraq
Two foreigners who sent mercenaries to ISIS through Ukraine have been sentenced to more than ten years in prison, according to the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU).
Ukraine increases gas imports from EU by 24% in H1 2020
Ukraine has increased natural gas imports from the EU countries by 24% in the first half-year of 2020.
Joint Forces of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, U.S. European Command discuss further cooperation
The commander of the Joint Forces of Ukraine’s Armed Forces and the leadership of the U.S. European Command's Office of Defense Cooperation discussed the scope of possible assistance from the United States and issues of improving work efficiency.
Chernihiv mayor inherits over UAH 138 mln
Chernihiv Mayor Vladyslav Atroshenko has inherited more than UAH 138 million, according to his declaration on significant changes in property status, which he filed on July 2.
Ukrainian market of new commercial vehicles decreased by quarter
The Ukrainian market of new commercial vehicles decreased by a quarter in January-June 2020 compared with the relevant period of the last year, according to the Ukrainian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association UkrAutoProm.
VISIT Ukraine information portal for tourists launched
VISIT Ukraine information portal has been launched for those who want to travel across Ukraine and abroad.
Finance Ministry reports on borrowings to state budget’ general fund in January-June 2020
In January-June 2020, borrowings to the general fund of the state budget amounted to UAH 259.5 billion, according to the Finance Ministry’s press service.