Kyiv reports 1,609 new coronavirus cases
Kyiv has recorded 1,609 new coronavirus cases in the past day, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
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U.S. embassy warns of security situation in Crimea and eastern Ukraine
Security conditions in occupied Crimea and along Ukraine’s borders may change with little or no notice, the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine has reported.
Russian units, which fought in Ossetia and eastern Ukraine, redeployed to Crimea
Russia's Defense Ministry announced that divisions of the 58th Russian Army went to the occupied Crimea, where they will take part in so-called exercises.
Zelensky hopes Macron will revive Normandy format
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he hopes that his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron will be able to revive the Normandy format.
First batch of Pfizer vaccine arrives in Ukraine
The first batch of a coronavirus vaccine made by Pfizer-BioNTech has been delivered to Ukraine today, April 16.
Taran discusses security situation with ambassadors of Baltic states
Minister of Defense of Ukraine Andrii Taran held a meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia Edgars Rinkevics, Ambassador of the Republic of Latvia to Ukraine Juris Poikans, Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to Ukraine Valdemaras Sarapinas, and Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia to Ukraine Kaimo Kuusk.
Biden says he opposed to Nord Stream 2 from beginning
U.S. President Joe Biden says he has been opposed to the construction of Russia’s Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline from the beginning, but this is a complicated issue affecting U.S. allies in Europe.
Kuleba, Meeks discuss response to Russian aggression
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives Gregory Meeks have discussed the response to Russian aggression, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry's press service has reported.
Ukraine, China discuss development of bilateral cooperation
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Strategic Industries Oleh Urusky and Chinese Ambassador to Ukraine Fan Xianrong have discussed the Ukrainian-Chinese military and technical cooperation.
Ukraine at OSCE: Occupiers in Crimea and CADLR force detainees to incriminate themselves
Russian occupation administrations in Crimea and certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk regions (CADLR) use torture to force illegally detained Ukrainian citizens to incriminate themselves.
Biden says to Putin: Now is the time to de-escalate
U.S. President Joe Biden says the United States supports Ukraine against the backdrop of Russia’s aggression and calls on the Kremlin to de-escalate and return to constructive dialogue.
NSDC to impose sanctions on 12 more legal entities and individuals over smuggling
The National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) will impose sanctions against 12 more legal entities and individuals over smuggling.
China confirms non-recognition of attempted annexation of Crimea and ban on contacts with occupation authorities
The government of China does not recognize Russia's attempted annexation of Crimea and has informed the country's central and regional authorities about a ban on contacts with the peninsula's occupation authorities.
Yenin, Chollet discuss Russia's military activity near Ukraine's borders
Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Yevhen Yenin and U.S. Department of State Counselor Derek Chollet have discussed by phone Russia's military build-up near Ukraine's borders and a number of other important issues, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has reported.
Russia, not Ukraine, is responsible for escalation in Donbas – U.S. at OSCE
A Russian delegation to the OSCE is spreading misinformation about Ukraine's alleged guilt in the current escalation in Donbas, but Russia, and not Ukraine, is responsible for this.
Ukrainian troops come under mortar fire in Donetsk region
Over the past day, seven ceasefire violations by the armed formations of the Russian Federation were recorded in eastern Ukraine.
Ukraine reports 17,479 new coronavirus cases
Ukraine has recorded 17,479 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 1,921,244, Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has said.
15 April 2021
Ukraine protests against Russia's restrictions on freedom of navigation in Black Sea
Ukraine has expressed its resolute protest against Russia's restrictions on freedom of navigation in the Black Sea, according to a statement issued by the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry.
Intl community’s decisive reaction is key to preventing escalation in eastern Ukraine – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has informed European Council President Charles Michel about the aggravation of the security situation in eastern Ukraine and stressed that a strong and adequate response from the international community is the key to preventing further escalation.
U.S. imposes new sanctions on Russia
The United States has imposed new sanctions and restrictions on Russia in response to actions by the Russian government and intelligence services against U.S. interests and sovereignty, according to an executive order issued by President Joe Biden on Thursday, April 15.
PM Shmyhal thanks Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia for supporting Ukraine's sovereignty
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal has thanked Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania Gabrielius Landsbergis, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia Edgars Rinkevics, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia Rein Tammsaar for supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Zelensky, Zourabichvili discuss escalating security situation in eastern Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone conversation with President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili, the Ukrainian president’s press service reports.
Zelensky: It's time for concrete proposals on NATO MAP
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he is convinced that the time has come for concrete proposals for Ukraine and Georgia to obtain a NATO Membership Action Plan (MAP) and a plan to join the European Union.
Eva-Maria Liimets confirms Estonia's participation in Crimean Platform summit
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia Eva-Maria Liimets has confirmed Estonia's participation in the Crimean Platform summit scheduled for August 23.
NBU downgrades GDP growth forecast
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has downgraded its economic growth forecast for this year from 4.2% to 3.8%.
Ukraine will never be alone – foreign ministers of Baltic states
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania Gabrielius Landsbergis, on behalf of his Latvian and Estonian counterparts, has assured that Ukraine will never be alone against the background of Russia's aggravated security situation.
Parliament registers bill on tax rules for IT sector
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine registered bill No.5376 “On Amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine to Stimulate the Development of the Digital Economy in Ukraine”, which creates attractive tax rules for IT companies within the Diia City project.
IOM delivers 18 t of humanitarian cargo to occupied territories of eastern Ukraine
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has delivered humanitarian cargo to the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions, according to the Ministry for Reintegration of Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine.
NBU raises key rate to 7.5%
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has decided to raise its key policy rate to 7.5%.
Kuleba calls on Baltic States to convince EU, NATO of need for practical support for Ukraine
Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba has called on his Baltic colleagues to convince other EU and NATO member states that Ukraine needs practical support in the face of destabilizing actions of the Russian Federation.
EU should be ready to tighten sanctions against Russia - Latvian foreign minister
Latvian Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkevics has said he believes that the European Union should be prepared for the introduction of sectoral sanctions against Russia in the event of a military attack on Ukraine.
Zelensky, Finland’s president discuss escalation in eastern Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has held a telephone conversation with President of Finland Sauli Niinistö, the Ukrainian president’s press service reports.
British COVID-19 variant recorded in 21 regions of Ukraine
An increase in the number of COVID-19 cases and growth of lethal cases in Ukraine is associated with the circulation of new strains of the disease, according to Director General of the Public Health Center Roman Rodyna.
European Commission president declines invitation to Crimean Platform summit
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has declined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's invitation to take part in the first summit of the Crimean Platform and the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence Day, citing an "overly busy agenda," the Politico news site has reported.
Kyiv reports 1,625 new coronavirus cases
Kyiv has confirmed 1,625 new coronavirus cases in the past day, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
Foreign ministers of Ukraine and Baltic states holding talks in Kyiv
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba is holding talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia Eva-Maria Liimets, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia Edgars Rinkevics and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania Gabrielius Landsbergis.
Zhovkva informs Czech government officials about escalation in eastern Ukraine
Deputy Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Ihor Zhovkva had an online meeting with representatives of the Government of the Czech Republic to discuss the escalation of the situation in eastern Ukraine.
Developing digital infrastructure is government’s key priority – Economy Ministry
The key priorities of the Ukrainian government are attracting investment, creating favorable conditions for conducting innovative business and building digital infrastructure, Deputy Minister for Economy, Trade and Agriculture Development of Ukraine Oleksandr Romanishyn has said.
Chubarov thanks Erdogan for supporting Ukraine's sovereignty, protecting Crimean Tatars
Chairman of the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar People Refat Chubarov has sent a letter to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan thanking him for Turkey's support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and for protecting the interests of the Crimean Tatar people.
Cabinet of Ministers allocates almost UAH 10M to families of those killed in eastern Ukraine
The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 9.9 million to provide one-time financial assistance to family members of servicemen killed in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in eastern Ukraine and to people who became disabled due to an injury, concussion or illness received in the ATO.
Russia may carry out large-scale military provocation against Ukraine this year - Taran
Ukraine does not rule out that Russia may use its forces, now concentrated in the occupied Crimea and near Ukraine's eastern borders, for a large-scale provocation against Ukraine this year, Ukrainian Defense Minister Andrii Taran has said.
OSCE: Number of violations in eastern Ukraine over past two weeks reached its highest level this year
The number of ceasefire violations in the conflict zone in eastern Ukraine recorded over the past two weeks has reached its highest level this year and was three times higher than over the same period before.
Kuleba informs Spanish FM about Russian troops on border
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Spain Arancha González Laya assured Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba of Spain's unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against the background of Russia's aggravation of the security situation.
Ukreximbank generated UAH 327M in profit this year
JSC Ukreximbank generated UAH 125 million in profit in March 2021, according to the bank’s press service.
All 30 NATO members condemn intensification of Russia's aggression against Ukraine - Blinken
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that he was pleasantly surprised by the consolidated position of all NATO member states that condemned the intensification of Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
Government approves independent auditor to review financial statements of Naftogaz
Following the results of the auction conducted within the ProZorro system, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers (Audit) LLC (PwC) as an auditing entity that will conduct a mandatory audit of the financial statements of NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine for 2021-2022. years.
Eight ceasefire violations recorded in eastern Ukraine
Over the past day, April 14, the armed formations of the Russian Federation violated the ceasefire in the Joint Forces Operation area in eastern Ukraine eight times.
Russia must respect Ukraine's territorial integrity – U.S. defense secretary
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has said that Russia must respect Ukraine's territorial integrity and stop its provocative behavior.
World Bank remains reliable partner for Ukraine - Shmyhal
The World Bank remains a reliable partner for Ukraine, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal wrote on his Twitter account following a conversation with Axel van Trotsenburg, World Bank Managing Director of Operations.
Ukraine reports 16,427 new coronavirus cases
Ukraine has recorded 16,427 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 1,903,765, Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has said.
14 April 2021
Government approves state program for development of cross-border cooperation
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the state program for the development of cross-border cooperation for 2021-2027 to increase the competitiveness of Ukraine's border regions.
Government approves National Strategy for Barrier-Free Environment
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved the National Strategy for Barrier-Free Environment and established the Council to control and monitor the implementation of the Strategy.
Ukraine manages to survive peak of third wave of coronavirus pandemic – Stepanov
The number of those discharged from hospitals yesterday, April 13, exceeded the number of hospitalized ones by 22.8%, Health Minister Maksym Stepanov has said.
German defense minister: Russia doing everything possible to provoke NATO
Russia has been doing everything possible in the past days and weeks to provoke Ukraine and NATO and thus open the way for further aggression, German Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer has said.
Escalation and Russian troops on border: Zelensky hold talks with Japan’s Prime Minister
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky informed Prime Minister of Japan Yoshihide Suga about the escalation of the security situation in eastern Ukraine and the concentration of Russian troops near the border.
Ukraine, China plan to hold joint meeting on medical cooperation
Ukraine and China plan to hold a meeting of the Ukrainian-Chinese Subcommission on Medical Cooperation to expand cooperation in various fields of health care.
Ukraine offers Azerbaijan to launch direct flights on Ganja-Odesa route
Ukrainian Infrastructure Minister Vladyslav Kryklii held talks with Head of Ganja City Executive Authority Niyazi Bayramov regarding the launch of direct flights on the Ganja-Odesa route, according to the Ministry of Infrastructure.
All alcohol and tobacco products grow in price in Ukraine
From March 2020 to March 2021, beer, wine, vodka and cigarettes in Ukraine grew in price, according to the State Statistics Service.
U.S. at OSCE: Russia's military activities near Ukraine not a routine exercise
Russia's military activities near Ukraine's border are not a routine military exercise, and Russia also massed forces in 2008 and 2014, before the start of military operations against Georgia and Ukraine, respectively, according to Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Mission to the OSCE Courtney Austrian.