Politics & Economics

Dry reeds are burning at the site of the Kakhovka Reservoir, destroyed by the Russians, near the power units of the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. According to Ukrinform, this was reported by the Joint Stock Company “National Nuclear Energy Generating Company ”Energoatom" on Facebook. “The situation at the ZNPP remains tense due to the incompetent management of the plant by the fake Russian leadership, which constantly violates nuclear, radiation, and fire safety requirements,” the company said. This is confirmed by the constant fires at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, which have become systematic. On August 11, 2024,…

In the first half of 2025, Germany’s exports to Ukraine increased by more than 30%, while imports from Ukraine slightly reduced. The relevant statement was made by the German Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations [Ost-Ausschuss der Deutschen Wirtschaft], an Ukrinform correspondent reports. In particular, Germany’s exports to Ukraine hit EUR 4.6 billion in January-June 2025, having increased by 30.2% (or more than EUR 1 billion). Meanwhile, imports from Ukraine decreased by 4.5% (or EUR 70 million) to EUR 1.52 billion. As noted by the experts, a number of German companies are proving that investments are possible even in wartime conditions. In…

In July 2025, Ukraine exported 3.4 million tonnes of agricultural products, which is 4.2% less than the volume recorded in June. This was reported by the press service of the Ukrainian Agribusiness Club (UCAB), according to Ukrinform. The export structure for July included 1.6 million tonnes of cereals, with wheat accounting for 45%, corn for 38%, and barley for 16%. This category saw a 27% decrease compared to the previous month. Oilseed exports totaled 523.5 thousand tonnes, with soybeans making up 72% and rapeseed 27%. This segment experienced a 66% increase. Read also: Ukraine’s agricultural imports up by 10% in…

President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that energy cooperation between Ukraine and Azerbaijan will continue despite any challenges. According to Ukrinform, Zelensky announced this in an evening address. "I would also like to highlight our energy cooperation with Azerbaijan, which we greatly appreciate. Today, President Aliyev and I discussed the recent Russian strikes on the very energy facilities that connect Ukraine and Azerbaijan. It is obvious that these are targeted attacks. And not only on these facilities, but also on our cooperation," the head of state said. [embedded content] Video: Office of the President of Ukraine Zelensky added: “It is particularly…

Ukraine and Sweden are preparing a strong project for the development of Ukrainian combat aviation. This was announced by President Volodymyr Zelensky in his evening address, according to Ukrinform. “We are preparing new steps with Sweden in the development of our Ukrainian combat aviation—this could be a strong project for decades,” Zelensky said. He noted that all partners, as well as Ukraine, clearly understand the threats. Everyone sees that Russia has not taken any real steps toward peace, no steps on the ground or in the air that could save lives. “That is why sanctions are needed, pressure is needed.…

In January-June 2025, Naftogaz Group transferred UAH 44.4 billion in tax payments to Ukraine’s state and local budgets. The relevant statement was made by Naftogaz Group’s press service, an Ukrinform correspondent reports. “In the first half of 2025, Naftogaz Group’s enterprises transferred UAH 44.4 billion in tax payments to various-level budgets, which is about 7% of the country’s total tax revenues,” the report states. In particular, the state budget received UAH 40.7 billion, and local budgets – UAH 3.7 billion. A reminder that Naftogaz Group’s companies transferred UAH 88.6 billion in tax payments to Ukraine’s consolidated budget in 2024.

The EU Council has decided to grant Ukraine €3.056 billion under the Ukraine Facility. Ukrinform reports that Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced this on Telegram. “Today, the EU Council decided to provide Ukraine with €3.056 billion under the Ukraine Facility. This is a strong signal of confidence in our reform course and our ability to ensure stability in the most difficult times,” she said. The Prime Minister expressed her gratitude to the Danish Presidency for its clear support. “Every such decision brings us closer to a strong Ukraine in a united Europe,” she emphasized. As reported by Ukrinform, the…

Next week, with the National Bank’s policy and the activity of the agricultural sector, the exchange rate of the U.S. dollar in Ukraine will remain stable. The exchange rate of the euro will be more volatile, but without sharp spikes. The relevant statement was made by Director of the Financial Markets and Investment Department at Globus Bank Taras Liesovyi in a commentary to Ukrinform. As explained by Liesovyi, the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) remains a key market participant, using foreign exchange interventions to balance the demand and supply of the U.S. dollar. In the near future, the regulator will…

An international arbitration tribunal has terminated proceedings in a case brought by a company owned by Ukrainian oligarch Ihor Kolomoisky against Ukraine, which sought to shift responsibility for the financial consequences of a bankruptcy onto the state. The claim amounted to approximately $700 million. The Ukrainian Justice Ministry announced this on Telegram, Ukrinform reports. "The arbitral tribunal, operating under the auspices of the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), has issued a decision to permanently terminate the proceedings in the case brought by Ihor Kolomoisky's company against Ukraine. The basis for this decision was the claimant's failure to…

Ukraine’s international reserves declined by 4.5% in July, reaching USD 43.0 billion, according to the National Bank of Ukraine. The data was published on the central bank’s official website, as reported by Ukrinform. “As of 1 August 2025, Ukraine’s international reserves stood at USD 43,030.8 million, according to preliminary data. In July, international reserves decreased by 4.5%. These dynamics were driven by the NBU’s FX interventions and Ukraine’s FX debt repayments,” the report reads. According to the NBU, a total of USD 2,122.1 million came into the government’s FX accounts with the NBU in July, including: USD 1,171.0 million from the European Union under the G7’s…