Economy
Russia
Shadow Tanker Oil Spill Kills Hundreds of Birds in Azov Strait
Wildlife protection teams are cleaning waterfowl by hand. Russian authorities initially warned local waters and wetlands were badly polluted. Then they deleted the announcement.
April 14, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Opens First African Agricultural Hub in Ghana to Boost Food Security
The Ghanaian facility will process and distribute Ukrainian agricultural products across West Africa, marking a new phase of Kyiv’s ‘Food from Ukraine’ initiative.
April 14, 2026
Europe
Ukrainian Warfare Revolution: How Drones Replaced Artillery, Tanks
Forced to innovate by manpower and ammunition shortages, Ukraine has turned drones into its most versatile weapon. We visit the manufacturers redefining modern combat.
April 14, 2026
Economy
Bondholders Reject Ukrzaliznytsia's Opening Offer in $1.1B Debt Talks
Ukrzaliznytsia’s opening proposal – a 20% haircut and maturity extension to 2033 – was rejected by bondholders, who called it no basis for good-faith engagement.
April 14, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Inflation Rises to 7.9% as Middle East War Drives Up Fuel and Transport Costs
Fuel prices surged 23.4% year-over-year and transport costs jumped 6.4% in March, as ripple effects from the Middle East conflict pushed inflation to its highest recent level.
April 14, 2026
Ukraine
Businesses Back Ukraine's Customs Reform, Though Challenges Remain
Businesses report fewer bribery complaints and greater transparency, even as clearance times rise and smuggling estimates climb.
April 14, 2026
EU
Euro Identity Crisis: Beethoven or Birds?
ECB plans to redesign euro banknotes, replacing abstract bridges with cultural icons or nature themes – sparking debate over identity, symbolism, and what truly represents Europe.
April 13, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Appoints Head of State Customs Service Fulfilling IMF Benchmark
Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers approved NABU detective Orest Mandziy as the new chief of the State Customs Service following a competitive selection process.
April 10, 2026
Europe
Jet Fuel Crisis to Hit Europe in Coming Weeks
Industry representatives warned the crisis could hit Europe within three weeks, stressing that reopening the Strait of Hormuz remains key as European leaders scramble for a response.
April 10, 2026
Ukraine
Interpipe Equips 1.4 GWh Wind Farm Project Near UK
Interpipe, a Ukrainian industrial giant, shipped nearly 2,500 tons of specialized steel pipes for an offshore wind farm near the UK coast, which will power over 1.3 million homes.
April 10, 2026
US
Easing of US Sanctions Fails to Boost Russian Oil Shipments, Kyiv Says
Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SZRU) said Russia has failed to increase oil exports in March despite a temporary easing of US sanctions amid intensified Ukrainian strikes.
April 10, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine’s March Inflation Accelerates to 7.9%
Higher fuel, transport, and seasonal costs have pushed consumer prices up, according to official statistics.
April 10, 2026
Russia
Budanov Says Strikes on Russian Oil Terminal Strengthen Ukraine’s Position in Talks
Ukraine’s former intelligence chief and now head of the Presidential Office said recent intensified attacks on Russian oil are strengthening Kyiv’s position ahead of future talks with Russia.
April 9, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Turns to Domestic Resources for Winter Prep as EU Funds Stay Blocked – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine is preparing for the upcoming winter using domestic resources as European funding remains blocked amid continued Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.
April 9, 2026
Business
Ukraine’s Asvio Bank Takes Over Assets of Insolvent Motor-Bank
Ukraine’s Asvio Bank has signed an agreement to take over the customers and assets of the bankrupt Motor-Bank, whose former owner was charged with treason.
April 9, 2026
Business
Skilled Worker Shortage Persists Despite Labor Supply Growth, NBU Says
Ukraine’s labor supply continues to outpace demand despite a persistent shortage of skilled workers, while construction hired the most in March.
April 8, 2026
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