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Fri, 21 May 2021 11:55:00 +0300After Portugal blocks reference on deportation of Crimean Tatars in EU's statement, MFA Ukraine summons envoy
First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova informed the ambassador in detail about the tragic events of 1944 when Crimean Tatars had been forcibly deported from their homeland by the Soviet totalitarian regime.
Fri, 21 May 2021 11:30:00 +0300Hryvnia weakens to U.S. dollar on May 21
The country's national currency weakened by five kopiykas.
Fri, 21 May 2021 11:05:00 +0300PS752 downing by Iran intentional act of terrorism, Canada court rules
The downing of Ukraine International Airlines' Flight 752 near Tehran by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards was a deliberate act of terrorism, the Ontario Superior Court in Canada has ruled.
Fri, 21 May 2021 10:40:00 +0300COVID-19 in Ukraine: Almost 5,000 new cases reported as of May 21
The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Ukraine has reached 2,175,382.
Fri, 21 May 2021 10:15:00 +0300Kuleba says Lavrov shuns Normandy ministers' meeting
Ukraine's minister is not in contact with his Russian counterpart.
Fri, 21 May 2021 09:50:00 +0300Donbas war update: Ukraine records 10 ceasefire violations on May 20
No casualties were reported in the past day.
Fri, 21 May 2021 09:25:00 +0300Ukraine's Naftogaz, MPs call on U.S. to retain sanctions on Nord Stream 2
The letter is signed in response to President Biden's decision to waive sanctions on Nord Stream AG, a company building Russia's controversial pipeline.
Fri, 21 May 2021 09:00:00 +0300Zelensky could be provided with distorted info on Kyiv Council's work – Mayor Klitschko
The mayor assures he doesn't go around knocking on doors at the President's Office, while his will to meet with Zelensky was due to pressing work issues.
Thu, 20 May 2021 22:59:00 +0300Israel, Hamas agree on ceasefire
The truce is scheduled to begin at 02:00 a.m. local time on Friday, May 21.
Thu, 20 May 2021 21:59:00 +0300Minister Kuleba: Biden-Putin meeting not to radically change situation in Ukraine
The minister says Ukraine is a very important partner for the United States.
Thu, 20 May 2021 19:59:00 +0300COVID-19: New health minister wants all Ukrainians to be vaccinated by year-end
Liashko plans to introduce a team of deputies soon.
Thu, 20 May 2021 18:58:00 +0300Zelensky tops presidential approval rating, enjoys over 30% of support – poll
Meanwhile, 12.8% of Ukrainians say they would vote for European Solidarity Party leader Petro Poroshenko.
Thu, 20 May 2021 16:55:00 +0300Zelensky comments on raids targeting Kyiv Mayor Klitschko's entourage
The president also answered a question on whether he sees Klitschko as a potential rival at the next presidential election.
Thu, 20 May 2021 16:30:00 +0300Donbas issue may be put to national referendum – Zelensky
According to the president, it is the main issue that should be put up for a referendum.
Thu, 20 May 2021 16:05:00 +0300Zelensky explains reason for Kobolyev's dismissal from Naftogaz
Naftogaz fell short of UAH 11 billion (US$401.1 million) in revenues targeted for the state budget.
Thu, 20 May 2021 15:40:00 +0300Lyubchenko appointed Ukraine's new Economy Minister
His candidacy was backed by 293 MPs out of 226 required.
Thu, 20 May 2021 15:15:00 +0300France, Germany somewhat weaken their stance on Russia – Zelensky
The president says Ukraine will continue to follow the Normandy format agenda.
Thu, 20 May 2021 14:50:00 +0300Zelensky: Path of building peace in Donbas "difficult, not very quick"
This depends on Ukrainian Army's prowess, the president believes.
Thu, 20 May 2021 14:25:00 +0300Zelensky says meeting with Putin should be held in Donbas or on neutral territory
The head of state recalled that he earlier offered his Russian counterpart to meet anywhere within the Donbas region.
Thu, 20 May 2021 14:00:00 +0300Kubrakov appointed Ukraine's new Infrastructure Minister
His candidacy was backed by 284 MPs out of 226 required.
Thu, 20 May 2021 13:35:00 +0300Ukrainians celebrating Vyshyvanka Day on May 20
The 15th Vyshyvanka Day is being marked with a focus on ethnic music and environmental protection issues.
Thu, 20 May 2021 13:10:00 +0300Liashko appointed Ukraine's new Health Minister
Some 262 lawmakers supported the nomination.
Thu, 20 May 2021 12:45:00 +0300Blinken meets with Lavrov, raises concerns over Russia's military build-up near Ukraine
Blinken also raised concerns over the repression of opposition organizations in Russia.
Thu, 20 May 2021 12:20:00 +0300Antonov completes first An-178-100P fuselage for Ukraine Air Force
Ukraine's Antonov has completed manufacture of the major fuselage structure for the first advanced An-178 military cargo aircraft.
Thu, 20 May 2021 11:55:00 +0300EU to reopen borders for fully vaccinated tourists from third countries
The Council is also to add more non-EU countries to the green list.
Thu, 20 May 2021 11:30:00 +0300Hryvnia strengthens to U.S. dollar on May 20
The country's national currency strengthened by two kopiykas.
Thu, 20 May 2021 11:05:00 +0300Russia ignoring Ukraine's proposals on held persons' release
The Ukrainian delegation continues to insist on the need to release POWs as soon as possible.
Thu, 20 May 2021 10:40:00 +0300"Gift for Putin": U.S. Senator on Nord Stream 2 sanctions waiver
The senator branded the pipe a Russian "malign influence project."
Thu, 20 May 2021 10:15:00 +0300COVID-19 in Ukraine: Over 5,100 new cases reported as of May 20
The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Ukraine has reached 2,170,398.
Thu, 20 May 2021 09:50:00 +0300Donbas war update: Ukraine records ceasefire violation on May 19
There were no casualties over the period under review.
Thu, 20 May 2021 09:25:00 +0300Estonia supports Ukraine on its way to full EU membership – Zelensky's Office
The sides signed a corresponding joint statement.
Thu, 20 May 2021 09:00:00 +0300U.S. Army orders Ukrainian heavy-duty vehicles
The vehicles ordered include personnel transports, flatbed trucks, water- and fuel tankers.
Thu, 20 May 2021 08:00:00 +0300Biden administration waives sanctions on Nord Stream 2 AG, its CEO
Secretary of State Blinken says it is in the national interest of the United States.
Wed, 19 May 2021 23:59:00 +0300U.S. State Department: Administration committing to using all tools to stop Nord Stream 2
America's goal is to reinforce European energy security.
Wed, 19 May 2021 21:59:00 +0300Rada committee recommends tapping tax chief to be nominated as economy minister
Lawmakers will address personnel-related issues on Thursday, May 19.
Wed, 19 May 2021 20:59:00 +0300Zelensky fires Ukraine's Ambassador to Turkey
Sybiha had been on his diplomatic mission in Turkey for five years.
Wed, 19 May 2021 18:59:00 +0300Council for Development of Creative Economy created in Ukraine
It will be an advisory body.
Wed, 19 May 2021 17:59:00 +0300Zelensky and Biden may meet in Europe – Ukrainian President's Office
The U.S. president's Europe trip details are still being finalized.
Wed, 19 May 2021 16:55:00 +0300Gov't ceasing gas price regulation for regional heat generators – PM
Companies will now be offered to conclude contracts with gas suppliers on conditions that are most favorable on the market.
Wed, 19 May 2021 16:30:00 +0300Gov't plans to continue cooperation with Naftogaz Supervisory Board – PM Shmyhal
The Supervisory Board is ready to accept the proposal to extend its powers for another year, provided that the previous working conditions are preserved.
Wed, 19 May 2021 16:05:00 +0300Ukraine, China hold online forum to boost agritrade
Bilateral trade has been constantly growing in recent years, and China has become Ukraine's largest trade partner, said Ambassador Fan Xianrong.
Wed, 19 May 2021 15:40:00 +0300Some Ukrainian air carriers could be banned from EU sky: Who is at risk
Debtor airlines may face a ban on flights to Europe as early as this fall.
Wed, 19 May 2021 15:15:00 +0300Rada may ban bails for treason suspects
Such persons are proposed to be kept exclusively in custody pending investigation and trial.
Wed, 19 May 2021 14:50:00 +0300Ukraine's commander-in-chief suggests next targets of Russian aggression
Every day brings signs of a new cold war, Khomchak said, speaking of Russia's malign actions.
Wed, 19 May 2021 14:25:00 +0300Blinken to meet Lavrov to discuss Biden-Putin summit
Earlier, Biden put forward the idea of holding a Russian-U.S. summit in a third country in the coming months.
Wed, 19 May 2021 14:00:00 +0300No agreement yet on EU vaccine passports – media
The WHO spoke out against the introduction of vaccine certificates in the EU.
Wed, 19 May 2021 13:35:00 +0300Ukraine looking into anti-missile systems such as Israel's Iron Dome
The recent developments in Israel have shown the relevance of such a system.
Wed, 19 May 2021 13:10:00 +0300Finance Ministry raises UAH 14.2 bln to national budget on domestic bonds
In U.S. dollars, the package was sold for US$62.9 million, maturing in 624 days, with a yield of 3.9%.
Wed, 19 May 2021 12:45:00 +0300Zelensky to hold press conference on May 20
The event will take place at the premises of State Enterprise Antonov in Kyiv.
Wed, 19 May 2021 12:20:00 +0300Hryvnia strengthens to U.S. dollar on May 19
The country's national currency strengthened by 12 kopiykas.