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War in Ukraine
Zelensky Warns EU Loan Delay Threatens Ukraine’s Winter Preparations
The absence of EU funds has prevented a full-scale rollout of construction and protection efforts, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
March 30, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Faces Defense Shortfall by June Amid Funding Delays
Ukraine may reportedly run out of money for its defense within two months, as tens of billions of euros in critical donor support faces multiple threats.
March 27, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Requires $52B in External Financing for 2026 to Support Budget
Ukraine needs $52 billion in foreign funding this year to cover defense and social costs, following a record $52.4 billion received in 2025.
March 26, 2026
Business
Aurora Multimarket, Horizon Capital Launch $20M Fund to Back Ukraine’s Next Retail Stars
Ukrainian retail chain Aurora and private equity firm Horizon Capital have launched Aurora Next, a fund targeting fast-growing Ukrainian retailers with $5 to 10M deals.
March 25, 2026
Ukraine
EU Summit Fails to Overcome Orbán’s Blockage of Critical Ukraine Loan
The failure to break the deadlock may push the issue back until after the Hungary’s parliamentary election, whatever its outcome.
March 19, 2026
Economy
Ukraine’s Central Bank Holds Rate Steady, Warning About Middle East Risk to Inflation
Ukraine’s central bank, the NBU, kept the key rate at 15%, warning of Ukraine's vulnerability to rising oil prices – and Russia's ability to gain cash for future strikes.
March 19, 2026
Hungary
Hungary Returns ‘Damaged’ Armored Trucks After Seizing Ukrainian Bank Convoy
Oschadbank said Thursday it had taken receipt of two vehicles and the belongings of the seven Ukrainian nationals detained near Budapest last week. The bank’s assets remain in Hungary.
March 12, 2026
Sweden
Estonian-Ukrainian Defense Tech Firm Raises $400,000 From Swedish Investors For Unmanned Systems
The investment from Swedish firms Front Ventures and Hede Capital will accelerate the production of the SHADOX drone, designed for indoor and trench warfare.
March 12, 2026
Ukraine
Oschadbank Courier Hospitalized After Hungary Seized $82M Cash Convoy
One of the Ukrainian couriers detained by Hungarians during the seizure of $82 million in cash and gold was hospitalized after what officials described as a brutal interrogation.
March 12, 2026
Ukraine
February Inflation Rate Increases for First Time in 9 Months
The inflation rate saw an uptick for the first time since May 2025.
Updated: March 12, 2026
Ukraine
KSE Institute Estimates Ukraine’s Economy Lost $1.7 Trillion Since Start of Full-Scale War
Ukraine’s economy has lost an estimated $1.7 trillion in revenue since Russia’s full-scale invasion, with productive sectors such as trade and industry accounting for the largest share of losses.
March 11, 2026
Ukraine
Hungary Seizes Oschadbank Cash Vehicles, Questions Bank Employees Without Charges, Lawyer Says
Hungarian authorities seized armored vehicles carrying millions in cash and gold, and questioned Ukrainian bank employees in a money-laundering case against an “unknown perpetrator,” denying lawyers’ access.
March 7, 2026
France
France’s Credit Agricole Eyes Expansion in Ukraine, Considers Small Bank Lviv Acquisition
Foreign investors are looking to Ukraine’s banking sector not to introduce technology, but to learn from the digital systems already developed by Ukrainian banks, according to National Bank First Deputy Governor Sergiy Nikolaychuk.
March 6, 2026
Business
NBU: Ukrainian Banks Can Compete With European Lenders After EU Accession
Ukraine’s banking sector is competitive enough to rival EU lenders after Ukraine joins, NBU First Deputy Governor Sergiy Nikolaychuk said – but it must completely adopt EU regulations by 2027.
March 5, 2026
IMF
Ukraine Bondholders Seek Improved Terms After GDP Warrant Swap
Some holders of Ukraine’s dollar bonds are weighing legal action after last year’s GDP warrant swap, arguing the new Class C notes granted stronger protections than their own debt.
March 2, 2026
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