08:17, 17 Jan
The Boeing T-7A training jet faces further delays, this time due to the Pentagon's demands for additional features.
The T-7A Red Hawk is a prime example of how what seems like a straightforward task—creating a training aircraft—can lead to unforeseen challenges and delays.
08:17, 17 Jan
Romania provided the Ukrainian Armed Forces with a copy of the BM-21 "Grad," known as APR-40. How is this system performing in the field?
An intriguing comparison of the two systems under the "Warsaw Pact" standard reveals visual similarities yet significant differences.
08:17, 17 Jan
The U.S. fleet commander expressed frustration over combat lasers, noting they've been discussed since Reagan's era but still lack tangible results.
Despite the fact that a ship serves as an ideal platform for a combat laser, and the laser itself addresses the critical issue of ammunition supply, the United States still lacks the necessary prototypes, even though development has been ongoing since the 1980s.
08:17, 17 Jan
When Starmer mentions 150 artillery barrels for Ukraine, he’s referring specifically to barrels, not what we might have assumed otherwise.
The new package from the United Kingdom contains a highly significant aspect that deserves to be examined separately.
08:17, 17 Jan
Germans recalled the Heimatschutz from the Cold War era and plan to form a territorial defense division. But is there enough weaponry for this initiative?
Or a visual representation of the challenges in forming new divisions, using the Bundeswehr as an example.
07:36, 17 Jan
The UK will allocate £40 million for a new economic recovery program for Ukraine.
During his visit to Ukraine on Thursday, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce a £40 million allocation for a new economic recovery program aimed at unlocking private lending to support the growth and resilience of small and medium-sized enterprises in Ukraine, according to the UK government's website.
07:36, 17 Jan
Business associations urge the parliament to refrain from canceling the "Lozovoy amendments" until after consulting with the business community.
A number of business associations have criticized all four draft laws submitted to the Verkhovna Rada regarding amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code and the law "On the Prosecutor's Office" (No. 12367 and three alternative versions). These proposals aim to repeal the so-called "Lazovyi amendments," which limit the statute of limitations for criminal cases. The associations are calling for a halt to the consideration of these bills until consultations with the business community are conducted.
07:36, 17 Jan
Shmyhal: The UN aims to raise over $2.6 billion by 2025 to assist Ukrainians, including $492 million specifically for the heating season.
The United Nations (UN) aims to raise over $2.6 billion to assist Ukrainians in 2025. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed with representatives of this international organization the key areas for these funds, including access to drinking water, demining efforts, and alternative sources of heat and energy.
07:36, 17 Jan
Staff shortages, safety concerns, and electricity supply issues emerged as the main challenges for businesses in December 2024, according to IEI.
For the fourth consecutive month, entrepreneurs have identified the shortage of labor as one of the top three challenges in running a business. In December 2024, this issue once again topped the list, according to data from the monthly survey conducted by the Institute for Economic Research and Policy Consulting (IERPC).
07:36, 17 Jan
The Duma approved a bill that removes the tenant's right to acquire property through non-competitive means.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted the draft law No. 12230, which outlines the specifics of privatizing state and communal property that has been leased. This legislation removes the tenant's right to purchase the property through non-competitive means.
07:36, 17 Jan
Hundreds of thousands of economically inactive Ukrainians could be reintroduced to the labor market through retraining initiatives.
Providing the opportunity to acquire a new, in-demand profession, retrain, or enhance professional skills could help attract hundreds of thousands of economically inactive Ukrainians to the labor market, said Tatiana Berezhnaya, Deputy Minister of Economy of Ukraine, during the business forum "Training Specialists in Vocational Education Centers of the State Employment Service: Educating Ukrainians for Business Needs" in Kharkiv on Wednesday.
07:36, 17 Jan
In 2025, "UZ" will implement two pilot projects: freight transportation routing and train car parking at railway stations.
In 2025, JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia" (UZ) plans to implement two pilot projects in the railway sector: the routing of freight transportation and the parking of railcars at railway stations, announced Valery Tkachev, the deputy director of the commercial operations department.
07:36, 17 Jan
The total amount of "National Cashback" accumulated by Ukrainians has reached 1 billion UAH.
The total amount of accumulated funds by participants of the "National Cashback" program has reached 1 billion UAH, the Ministry of Economy confirmed in a Telegram channel on Thursday.
07:36, 17 Jan
In 2024, the EBRD granted Ukraine a record funding of nearly €2.4 billion.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) reported that it provided Ukraine with nearly EUR 2.4 billion last year, compared to EUR 2.1 billion in 2023, marking a record high in the history of its cooperation with the country, according to a press release from the bank on Thursday.
07:36, 17 Jan
Over 10 million Ukrainians have applied for payments through "Diia" under the "Winter eSupport" program.
In the "Diia" app, 10 million Ukrainians have already submitted applications for benefits under the "Winter eSupport" program. Among them, nearly 2.5 million applications are for child support payments, reported Ukraine's First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Yulia Svyrydenko, on Thursday.
07:36, 17 Jan
Moldova seeks support from international partners to overcome the energy crisis, stated Prime Minister Rechan.
The Prime Minister of Moldova, Dorin Recean, is counting on support from external partners to overcome the energy crisis.
07:36, 17 Jan
In 2024, the price index for base load electricity (BASE) in Ukraine rose by 34.1%.
The price index for electric energy during the base load period on Ukraine's "day-ahead" market (RСВ) for 2024 reached 4,522.27 UAH/MW*hour, marking a 34.1% increase compared to 2023 (+1,148.75 UAH/MW*hour). This information is drawn from the analytical report by the State Enterprise "Market Operator" regarding the performance of the electricity spot market over the past year.
07:36, 17 Jan
The EBRD will grant Comfy a €25 million loan to expand its network.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will grant a loan of EUR 25 million to the home appliance and electronics retailer Comfy (LLC "Comfy Trade") to support the expansion of its network.
09:54, 16 Jan
The number of injured in Kramatorsk has increased due to an airstrike (video).
As a result of an airstrike on a high-rise building in Kramatorsk, at least eight civilians have been injured, including two children. This information has been reported by the Kramatorsk City Council.
09:54, 16 Jan
Ukraine has successfully retrieved 25 injured and ill defenders from captivity (see list).
Ukraine has successfully freed 25 individuals from Russian captivity. This group includes both military personnel and civilians who are suffering from serious injuries and illnesses. This information was shared by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky.
