Unian News Agency
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 11:55:00 +0300Kyiv mayor reports over 1,100 new COVID-19 cases, 44 fatalities
The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the city stands at 163,441.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 11:30:00 +0300Kuleba, Blinken discuss latest escalation in Donbas
Kuleba spoke about Russia's reluctance to ensure compliance with the ceasefire in Donbas.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 11:05:00 +0300Number of COVID-19 cases confirmed worldwide exceeds 128.9 mln
The overall death toll is 2,816,543 people, while 73,131,300 coronavirus patients have already recovered.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:40:00 +0300UN documents 43 cases of enforced disappearances in Crimea since Russian occupation
These were mostly abductions and kidnappings.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:15:00 +0300Hryvnia strengthens to U.S. dollar on April 1
The rate against the euro is fixed at UAH 32.63.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:50:00 +0300COVID-19: Over 17,500 new cases reported as of April 1, daily deaths hit new high
The total number of confirmed cases has reached 1,691,737.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:25:00 +0300Donbas war update: Ukraine records five ceasefire violations on March 31
There were no casualties in the past day.
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0300Reuters: Oil gains ahead of OPEC+ meeting on output policy
Brent crude for June delivery was up by 31 cents, or 0.5%, at $63.05 a barrel by 0159 GMT after falling 2.2% overnight.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 23:45:00 +0300Doubling GDP in 10 years: Is Ukrainian dream achievable?
The Cabinet has approved the National Economic Strategy until 2030, which aims to double the gross domestic product. To realize the dream, the country needs to try hard: decisive reform and billions of dollars in investments are needed.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 23:15:00 +0300Cost of agricultural production up in Ukraine
As regards livestock production, the cost increased by 40%.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 22:30:00 +0300Ukraine, Poland could integrate gas markets – report
At the same time, more investment is required, analysts note.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 21:45:00 +0300TCG talks: Russia turns down offer to secure truce in Donbas from April 1
Ukraine's initiative on a comprehensive ceasefire from April 1 saw no support on Russia's part.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 21:00:00 +0300Finance Ministry reflects on steps required to succeed in IMF talks
Had the Fund's review mission worked on the ground rather than in conference mode, it would have been easier for Ukraine to show progress and readiness to fulfill obligations.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 20:15:00 +0300President Zelensky, First Lady file asset declarations: Details
Zelensky holds a number of patents for models and inventions, as well as trademark rights.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:30:00 +0300Kyiv authorities mulling curfew over COVID spike – source
The issue is likely to be considered in Parliament April 6.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 18:45:00 +0300Additional doses of Pfizer vaccine to be allocated for Ukraine
The estimated delivery time is around late June, a senior health official says.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0300Over 100 MPs call on Prosecutor General to protect 25,000 UkrLandFarming employees from NABU chief
The MPs say that the farmers have been facing unprecedented pressure from the National Anti-corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) over the past five years, due to a personal conflict between NABU Director Artem Sytnyk and the holding's shareholder.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:55:00 +0300World Bank predicts mild recovery of Ukraine's economy in 2021
The country's GDP is expected to grow by 3.8%.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:40:00 +0300Ukraine's Oschadbank loses case vs Russia on compensation of Crimean assets
The court's ruling can be appealed in the Court of Cassation of France.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:20:00 +0300Kyiv Mayor Klitschko announces lockdown from April 5
The restrictions will be in force until April 16.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:05:00 +0300Sheremet murder trial: Antonenko to remain in custody, appeals court rules
Antonenko will remain in custody until May 21.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:40:00 +0300Health minister predicts surge in COVID-19 cases within next two weeks
As of today, 11 regions have been included in the red quarantine zone.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:15:00 +0300Analysts project hryvnia rate in April
The hryvnia exchange rate may be within UAH 27.5-28.5 per dollar next month.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:50:00 +0300President's Office comments on Merkel-Macron-Putin talks without Zelensky
The spokeswoman assures Kyiv continues negotiations with all Normandy countries at different levels.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:25:00 +0300Italy arrests navy captain as suspected spy for passing documents to Russian – media
The Italian, a captain of a frigate, and the Russian, a military official accredited at the embassy, were accused of "serious crimes tied to spying and state security."
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0300Kyiv may step up quarantine from April 2, official says
The local hospitals are filled with COVID-19 patients by 90-95%.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 13:35:00 +0300Not all Ukrainian regions need tough COVID-19 curbs – Health ministry
Some regions see the situation getting better.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 13:10:00 +0300Kyiv mayor reports 1,100 new COVID-19 cases, 35 fatalities
The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the city stands at 162,291.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:45:00 +0300Members of Romani community brutally beat Donbas war veteran in Zakarpattia
The victim has numerous injuries.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:20:00 +0300Health official elaborates on supplies of COVID-19 vaccines to Ukraine
Liashko listed the vaccines Ukraine should receive.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 11:55:00 +0300Ukraine reports 237 new COVID-19 cases in armed forces as of March 31
Some 842 servicemen are now isolated (including self-isolation).
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 11:30:00 +0300U.S. State Dep. releases report on human rights violations in Ukraine
Human rights groups and the United Nations noted significant deficiencies in probes into alleged human rights abuses committed by government security forces.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 11:05:00 +0300Macron, Merkel call on Russia to stabilize ceasefire in Donbas
On March 30, Macron, Merkel and their Russian counterpart Putin discussed the situation in Donbas.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:40:00 +0300Hryvnia gets stronger against U.S. dollar on March 31
The rate against the euro is fixed at UAH 32.72.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:15:00 +0300Number of COVID-19 cases confirmed worldwide exceeds 128.2 mln
The overall death toll is 2,803,806 people, while 72,739,456 coronavirus patients have already recovered.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:50:00 +0300Donbas war update: Ukraine records eight ceasefire violations on March 30
There were no casualties in the past day.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:25:00 +0300COVID-19: Over 11,200 new cases reported as of March 31, daily deaths hit new high
The total number of confirmed cases has reached 1,674,168.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0300Reuters: Oil rises on expectations OPEC+ will maintain supply discipline
Data on U.S. inventories are due on Wednesday from the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 23:45:00 +0300Health officials seek to have 60% of adult Ukrainians vaccinated for COVID before year-end
Every month, up to 5 million citizens could get their jabs – that's if vaccines are available.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 23:15:00 +0300Russian masterminds behind January unrest over increased gas bills – SBU chief
Russian intelligence agencies are constantly monitoring the socio-political situation in Ukraine, security chief says.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 22:30:00 +0300Poland's PGNiG signs memo with Naftogaz
The two energy firms will focus on exploring opportunities for joint exploration of new fields close to the Polish border.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 21:45:00 +0300Swastika graffiti on President's Office wall appeared after rally in support of jailed activist was over, police admit
Law enforcers have already identified the perpetrator who spray-painted the Nazi symbol.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 21:00:00 +0300Ukraine Army ready to repulse enemy in case Russia goes for escalation in Donbas – Military chief
In Donetsk and Luhansk regions, as well as in the Crimean direction, the Command is strengthening military presence, while new groupings are being created in the areas where the enemy is most likely to strike.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 20:15:00 +0300Rada unblocks "big privatization"
The sale of large state-owned enterprises could bring some UAH 12 billion (US$430 million) to the state budget.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 19:30:00 +0300Ukrainian banks' net profit sharply down in Jan-Feb
The banking sector saw a decline in revenue and spending.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 18:45:00 +0300Ukraine becomes world's first country to equate e-passports to regular IDs
E-passports, including those for foreign travel, are generated free of charge.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0300Fitch affirms Naftogaz at 'B' with stable outlook
This reflects Naftogaz's strong links with the sovereign.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:55:00 +0300Wage arrears in Ukraine reach almost US$115 mln in Feb – statistics
Arrears in the industry accounted for the lion's share.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:30:00 +0300Lviv extends tough quarantine until April 12
In addition, the commission has decided to further strengthen the quarantine.
Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:05:00 +0300Ukraine joins International Pandemic Treaty
The treaty is designed to embrace national, regional and global capabilities, as well as building resilience to future pandemics.