Traffic jams easing at Yahodyn-Dorohusk checkpoint at Ukraine-Poland border
On December 16, about 1,500 freight trucks crossed the border at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk checkpoint in both directions.
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No power shortage in Ukraine’s energy grid - Ministry
No electricity shortage has been reported in the country's united power system as of December 17, while the authorities urge citizens to use consume efficiently.
Russia intensifying pressure on captured nuclear plant’s staff - intelligence
The Russian invasion forces are increasing pressure on Ukrainian personnel of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the facility held by the Russians since March 2022, forcing them to obtain Russian passports and sign contracts with Russia’s nuclear generation operator Rosatom.
16 December 2023
Türkiye making efforts to restore 'grain deal,' end war - defense minister
Türkiye continues to make efforts to restore the Black Sea Grain Initiative and end the Russian-Ukrainian war in accordance with the principle of Ukraine's territorial integrity.
U.S. says there is legal route to seize Russian assets for Ukraine - FT
Western countries are exploring ways to confiscate frozen Russian assets and transfer them to Ukraine.
About 4,000 trucks queuing to cross Ukraine border
As many as 2,400 trucks were waiting at the border with Poland to cross into Ukraine early on Saturday, December 16.
Ukrainian farmers harvest over 78M t of grains, oilseeds
As of December 14, Ukrainian farmers harvested 78.3 million tons of new crops, including 57.6 million tons of grain and 20.7 million tons of oilseeds.
Ukraine terminates agreement with Belarus on investment protection
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a draft law to terminate the Ukrainian-Belarusian intergovernmental agreement on the promotion and mutual protection of investments.
15 December 2023
EBRD to provide €150M to Ukraine to support energy security - Shmyhal
Ukraine and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development have signed an agreement to provide EUR 150 million to support Ukrenergo through the heating season.
Security system at ZNPP degrading: SNRIU head names risks
The safety system at the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant continues to degrade. The personnel at the plant are incompetent.
Japan imposes sanctions on 57 Russian companies
On Friday, December 15, the Japanese government introduced new restrictive measures against Russia for its war against Ukraine.
Slovakia starts letting trucks from Ukraine through - 100 trucks/day
The Slovak side allows about 100 trucks to pass through per day, and there has been no official announcement of the end of the strike.
Three border crossing points from Poland still blocked - 2,600 trucks waiting to enter
There are 2,600 trucks in queues at the border with Poland to enter Ukraine.
World Bank allocates $1.34 billion in additional aid to Ukraine
The World Bank announced on Thursday, December 14, the allocation of $1.34 billion in additional financial assistance to ensure the provision of critical public services at the national and regional levels in Ukraine.
EU Council urges European Commission to develop capacity of ‘solidarity lanes’ with Ukraine
The European Council has stressed the importance of security and stability in the Black Sea region for Ukraine’s grain exports to world markets and urged the European Commission, together with its Member States, to increase the capacity of "solidarity lanes" on the borders with Ukraine.
Ukraine receives EUR 50M grant from KfW
On 14 December, Ukraine received EUR 50 million on a non-refundable basis from the KfW as part of the state support programme Affordable Loans 5-7-9%.
HACC Appeals Chamber reverses decision to close "Rotterdam+" case
The Appeals Chamber of the High Anti-Corruption Court of Ukraine (HACC) has overturned the decision of the court of first instance that closed the so-called "Rotterdam+" case.
NBU reduces key policy rate to 15%
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has decided to reduce its key policy rate to 15%.
Naftogaz starts developing decarbonization strategy - CEO
Naftogaz Group is starting a decarbonization strategy development.
14 December 2023
Cyberattack on Ukraine’s telecom giant Kyivstar one of largest ever recorded in Europe
The cyberattack on Kyivstar was one of the most powerful telecom breaches seen in Europe in its entire history.
Bulgarian parliament approves allocation of EUR 3.6B in aid to Ukraine
Bulgaria's National Assembly has ratified an agreement with the European Commission for the provision of EUR 3.6 billion in micro-financial aid to Ukraine, which is the second stage of planned assistance.
MEP: Border blockade serves only Kremlin's interests
The plenary session of the European Parliament discussed the blockade of transport routes between Ukraine and Poland and Slovakia and emphasized the need to ensure the proper functioning of the solidarity lanes.
Sweden approves EUR 124M winter aid package for Ukraine
The Swedish government on Thursday approved a winter aid package for Ukraine worth EUR 124 million, which Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced a few days earlier.
Trade volume between Türkiye, Ukraine reaches record high of $8B
Since the outset of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the volume of trade between Ukraine and Türkiye has reached the historic high as Turkish investors continue to implement their projects in Ukraine despite the ongoing war.
Ukraine receives about $900M from IMF
Today, on December 14, Ukraine received the third tranche of financing in the amount of about USD 900 million (SDR 663.9 million) from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program.
Border guards: 520 trucks waiting to enter Ukraine in Slovakia
At the Uzhhorod checkpoint on the Slovak border, 520 trucks are waiting to enter Ukraine.
2,600 trucks in line at border with Poland
There are about 2,600 trucks on the Polish-Ukrainian border, and traffic is being blocked at three checkpoints.
Movement of trucks to enter Slovakia from Ukraine partially resumed – border guards
The movement of trucks to cross into to Slovakia from Ukraine has been partially resumed.
Japan to help develop Kherson master plan
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will help Kherson develop a master plan.