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Through this agreement, Ukraine has finally become not just a recipient of support but a full-fledged US partner, noted the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, adding that the agreement may be put into practice “in the coming weeks.” According to him, this agreement and partnership with the US is also one of the elements of the future guarantees structure. “After all, American money and investments are a very serious element of a security guarantee,”

with the EU allocating €900M for weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine sourced from profits generated by frozen Russian assets. Deputy Secretary General of the EU Foreign Affairs Service Charles Fries stated at a conference on EU-Ukraine defense industry collaboration: “In the next two weeks, we will invest an additional €900M in weapons and ammunition for Ukraine, all funded by the profits from frozen Russian assets.” He noted that on May 9, European diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas announced a

Deputy Secretary-General of the EU External Action Service Charles Fries stated that this initiative aims to develop practical solutions for defense-industrial collaboration. He emphasized that the EU employs every possible resource to assist Ukraine while integrating it into the European defense, technological, and industrial frameworks. However, he pointed out that integration challenges are causing delays in producing essential short-range missile defense systems and drones. Fries added that companies from both sides have raised concerns regarding financing access and the certification

The first package, labeled the 17th, will target tankers, nations aiding Russia in bypassing restrictions, and firms in the Russian military-industrial sector. The second package focuses on combating Russian propaganda and misinformation. The third, which is unrelated to Ukraine, will address human rights issues within the Russian Federation. Concurrently, President Zelenskyy has implemented sanctions on 58 Russian individuals and 67 companies, primarily those linked to the military-industrial complex, following the National Security and Defense Council’s decision. Additionally, sanctions have been

Andriy Zhuk, Chairman of the Retailers Association of Ukraine (RAU), observed that last year pharmacy retail was the most actively developing segment, accounting for 45% of all new retail locations. Non-food retail and grocery stores represented 22% and 16% of new outlets, respectively. Meanwhile, the electronics sector faced fierce competition, resulting in market oversaturation, which could lead to a reduction in the number of stores. The war has also complicated operations in the children’s and premium goods markets. Currently, the

In the first quarter of the year, global venture capital investment reached $126.3B, the highest in 11 quarters, according to the KPMG Q1’25 Venture Pulse Report. The main driver is artificial intelligence, particularly the historic $40B funding obtained by OpenAI. At the same time, the number of deals decreased to 7,551, the lowest level in recent years. US: Accounts for 72% of the total volume of $91.5B, the highest quarterly result since 2021. However, even in the US the number

At the end of April, the average cost of a hectare of land in Ukraine was ₴86,655 ($2,090), which is over ₴32,000 ($772) higher than a month earlier (+59%). This marks the highest figure since the beginning of the year, according to Opendatabot. Prices also exhibit regional disparities. The average cost of a hectare across various regions ranges from ₴34,562 ($834) to ₴358,305 ($8,642), meaning the difference exceeds 900%. As analysts explain, the regional price map reflects the level of

A labor market study reveals that the most in-demand roles largely consist of blue-collar specialties. The top professions listed include agricultural tractor driver, mechanic-repairman, electric and gas welder, electrician, medical nurse, motor vehicle driver, and seamstress. This compilation will guide the State Employment Service’s initiatives in training the unemployed and combatants. The study highlights that approximately 35% of employers intend to raise salaries in 2025; however, many applicants possess unrealistic financial expectations, leading to a disconnect between supply and demand

The European Innovation Council (EIC) is a central initiative within the Horizon Europe framework established by the European Commission, designed to identify, develop, and scale innovative technologies. Startups and businesses can access funding through four different instruments that cover every phase of the innovation life cycle, from research to investment in mature solutions. Depending on the chosen program, companies can secure between €500,000 and €30M. The EIT Food network enhances innovations aimed at creating a sustainable food system that ensures

On Saturday May 10, in preparation for a meeting of the coalition of the willing, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in the Ukrainian capital. Later, the leaders held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump. Following the meeting, President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine and its allies demand from Russia a complete and unconditional ceasefire for at least 30 days starting Monday May 12. The

coordinating Germany’s efforts with European partners and the US. “We are doing this in order to put an end to this war,” he said, adding that discussions on specific arms supplies would no longer be held publicly. At the same time, the US approved the transfer of more than 200 missiles from Germany to Ukraine, including 125 long-range munitions for HIMARS systems and 100 missiles for Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems. Britain is supplying Ukraine not only with real military equipment,

French President Emmanuel Macron outlined two main methods for deterring Russia following the commencement of a ceasefire in Ukraine. The first echelon of defense will be the Ukrainian military itself. The second level should include a system of guarantees and deterrence that military allies are currently working on. This encompasses the deployment of a foreign contingent consisting of only a few thousand troops. “We are now continuing discussions at the military level on how we envision this deployment, the contribution

The document includes a 30-day ceasefire and takes into account the Kremlin’s demand that the US bar Ukraine’s accession to NATO. The proposals are to be submitted to Putin by the US President’s Special Envoy, Steve Witkoff. According to intelligence estimates, Putin remains committed to his maximalist goals in the war against Ukraine and is not interested in a political settlement through negotiations. Russia wants Ukraine to withdraw its troops from four regions – Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson –

On May 11, Vladimir Putin proposed holding direct peace talks with Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul. According to him, the talks should take place without preconditions and will be aimed at “achieving a lasting peace” and “eliminating the root causes of the war.” President Zelenskyy, in response, noted that he was waiting for confirmation from the Russian side of a complete ceasefire beginning May 12 and emphasized that Ukraine was ready to meet. US President Donald Trump, after the

The decision on the irreversibility of Ukraine’s path to NATO was made by the allies; the question is when the discussion will resume, said Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olha Stefanishyna at the Kyiv Security Forum. “In July 2024, all NATO allies, including the US and EU countries, recognized that there is no alternative to Ukraine’s membership in NATO. This decision was made by consensus, it has been published, and it is an official NATO document. To

During their visit to Lviv, top European diplomats promised to provide Ukraine with additional military support totaling nearly €1.9B, with €1B being allocated to purchase weapons directly from Ukrainian manufacturers using the Danish model. Another €600M will be directed towards artillery and ammunition, while more than €200M will be used to strengthen Ukrainian air defense. To finance the assistance, the European Commission has signed an agreement with several EU countries to allocate €1B from the profits generated by frozen Russian

Finland has proposed imposing duties on all imports from Russia to the EU, which will operate simultaneously with existing sanctions. This step will not require unanimity from all member states. The proposal arose when the EU faced renewed resistance from Hungary regarding the extension of previously imposed Russian sanctions. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that if Russia refuses a 30-day truce, almost all EU members and representatives of the “coalition of the willing” are ready to increase sanctions pressure against

According to a study, 20% of companies plan to actively hire employees, while 39% will limit themselves to selective recruitment, and 34% will not change their personnel levels. At the same time, 7% of companies indicated that they plan to reduce staff this year. The key obstacles facing businesses include the shortage of qualified employees, falling demand, and emotional burnout among teams, accounting for 77% of responses. Other challenges include high levels of tax and regulatory burdens, the introduction of

In April 2025, inflation in the consumer market was 0.7%. In annual terms, price growth accelerated to 15.1%, compared to 14.6% in March, as reported by the State Statistics Service. Prices for food products and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 1.8% in April. Pork and fruits rose the most, by 7.9%. At the same time, eggs, rice, and butter saw price declines of 2.5% to 0.2%. Prices for alcoholic beverages and tobacco products increased by 1.3%, driven by a 2.2% rise

American Elliott Investment Management, one of the most influential investment companies in the world, is negotiating to buy a stake in a package of infrastructure assets, including the pipeline through which Russian natural gas is supplied to the EU. The fund wants to buy a stake in the Bulgarian extension of the Turkish Stream gas pipeline, as well as gain access to a network of data centers, cable channels, and other infrastructure assets. Currently, negotiations are at an early stage.