Economy
EU
EU Parliament Signs €90 Billion Loan for Ukraine, European Council Approval Still Pending
Although European Parliament President Roberta Metsola signed an agreement to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan, unanimous approval from the European Council is still necessary.
Feb. 24, 2026
War in Ukraine
Business Sentiment in Ukraine Turns Cautious Amid Energy Strikes, Labor Shortages
The European Business Association says 76% of members are fully operational in early 2026, but sentiment is growing cautious as executives cite energy strikes and labor shortages as top concerns.
Feb. 24, 2026
Ukraine
Naftogaz Transport First US LNG Delivery Through German Baltic Terminal
State-owned energy and fuel company Naftogaz Group completed its first-ever delivery of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US through a German terminal.
Feb. 24, 2026
Ukraine
Terrorist Bombings Spur Renewed Debate Over Telegram Restrictions in Ukraine
With the platform identified as a key tool for Russian intelligence to recruit locals for sabotage, Ukrainian officials have renewed calls to restrict its use in Ukraine.
Feb. 24, 2026
Energy
Despite Drop in 2025, Russian Oil Exports Exceed Pre-War Volumes: Report
Loopholes include the false flagging of ships but also the issue of re-exportation of refined fuels made from Russian crude oil to sanctioning countries.
Feb. 24, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Missile Hits Mondelēz Factory in Sumy Region
A Russian missile strike targeted the Mondelēz production facility that produces Milka, Oreo, and Barni for the global market. The factory is located in Trostianets, Sumy region.
Feb. 23, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Needs $588B for Recovery as War Damage Reaches $195B
A new joint assessment estimates Ukraine will need $587.7 billion for its recovery over 2026-2035, as the cost of direct war damage climbs to $195.1 billion through the end of 2025.
Feb. 23, 2026
Economy
Ukraine Identifies 1st Military Exporter, Approves Linza 3.0 Drone for Production in Germany
Kyiv has named the first company granted a military export permit – Frontline Robotics – and confirmed its Linza 3.0 drone will be produced at a joint venture in Germany.
Feb. 23, 2026
Drones
US-based Fund Invests in Ukrainian Anti-Drone Solutions Developer MaXon
US-based venture capital company Green Flag Ventures invested in MaXon Systems, a Ukrainian defense technology company developing an autonomous air-to-air defense platform
Feb. 23, 2026
War in Ukraine
Explosions Hit Russia’s Belgorod, Almetyevsk
Residents across Russia reported multiple explosions, some of which were confirmed at oil and energy facilities in Belgorod and the Tatarstan Republic.
Feb. 23, 2026
US
Angry Trump Imposes 10% global Tariff After Stinging Court Rebuke
By defying the US Supreme Court, Trump appears to be precipitating a constitutional crisis at home and further alienating countries hurt by his tariffs.
Feb. 21, 2026
Energy
Concorde Capital Launches First of Eight Gas-Piston Units in 60 MW Energy Network
Concorde Capital, owned by Ukrainian investment banker Igor Mazepa, launched the first stage of its gas-piston power plants project with a total capacity of 60 MW by 2027.
Feb. 21, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Drones Strike Naftogaz Oil and Gas Facility in Poltava Region
Russian forces attacked an oil and gas facility of the state-owned energy and fuel company Naftogaz Group in the Poltava region with drones.
Feb. 20, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Triples Attacks on Naftogaz Facilities Last Year
The number of attacks on Naftogaz Group, Ukraine’s leading fuel and energy company, reached 229 in 2025, tripling the total number over the previous three years.
Feb. 19, 2026
Ukraine
Ukrainian Nova Poshta Launches US Delivery Service Through UPS Partnership
Ukraine’s largest private postal operator, Nova Poshta, starts delivery to the US in partnership with UPS
Feb. 18, 2026
Business
METRO Supermarket Sees Essential Goods Surge as Shoppers Cling to ‘Psychological Anchors’
METRO Ukraine supermarket chain reports a shift in consumer behavior toward essential goods and “psychological anchors” such as coffee and liqueurs, along with savory and sweet snacks.
Feb. 18, 2026
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