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Ukraine Business Roundup — Business & War: The following is the April 16, 2024 edition of our Ukraine Business Roundup weekly newsletter ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Zelensky: Ukraine to produce 10 Bohdana howitzers this month: The increasing number of Bohdanas being produced by Ukraine is part of a wider effort to ramp up ...
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Law on changes to mobilisation conditions in Ukraine to come into force in a month
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451598/
Ukraine's National Security and Defence Council to develop Ukrainian doctrine: Oleksandr Lytvynenko, the Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council ...
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Russian oligarch Fridman will not receive any proceeds from the sale of mobile operator lifecell
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Three-year-old injured and houses destroyed in Russian attack on Odesa – photo
SBU cybersecurity chief suspended following media revelations: Illia Vitiuk, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) cybersecurity chief, has been suspended ...
kyivindependent.com/sbu-cybersecurity-chief-suspended-following-media-investigation/
Russia-Ukraine war latest: Major Russian attack completely destroys power plant: A major Russian attack on energy infrastructure in Ukraine has left 200 ...
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EU restrictions prompt Ukrainian farmers to seek markets beyond bloc: Starting from June, the EU will be able to impose restrictions on imports of certain types ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/12/7451026/
Ukraine proposes to include air transit ban in sanctions against Russia and Belarus
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/5/7449919/
US and allies to double efforts to find resources for Ukraine: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, following meetings at NATO headquarters ...
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Zelensky: Russia prepares to mobilize additional 300,000 troops by June: Russia is preparing to mobilize an additional 300,000 soldiers by June 1 ...
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Ukrainian investors ready to finance broad gauge railway to ports in Poland and Lithuania for grain transit
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/2/7449281/
Ukrainian intelligence rejects Putin's accusations that terrorists were heading to Ukraine
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/03/23/7447806/
Quick Glance: 'Massive' Russian Air Attack Hits Ukraine and Kyiv; Poland Reports Airspace Violation
- Russia and Ukraine engaged in deadly aerial attacks, including the seizure of the Ukrainian village of Ivanivske by Russia.
- Kyiv and Lviv regions were attacked, with Poland raising its military readiness.
- No casualties or damage were reported, and the city's air defenses intercepted about a dozen missiles.
- The US and Poland demand explanations from Russia, while Ukraine targeted Russian ships in Crimea.
289 civilians, including 15 children, have been killed in mine incidents during full-scale war
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/4/7449651/
Biden's adviser did not mention regaining territories when talking about conditions for Ukraine's victory
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Quick Glance: Russia Launches 'Largest' Attack on Energy
- Russia's 'largest' attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure involved around 150 missiles and drones, resulting in two casualties.
- China's mediation attempts in the Ukraine conflict failed due to significant differences between Kyiv and Moscow.
- France and Germany announced ammunition production in Ukraine to support the country's armed forces.
- Germany and France reached a 'historic' breakthrough in developing the tank of the future, focusing on advanced technologies.
Ukraine says Russian drone, missile attacks damage power facilities: Regional officials said Russian forces had also attacked infrastructure overnight into ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine reports Russian drone, missile attacks on power facilities
- Massive Russian missile and drone attacks hit thermal and hydro power plants in central and western Ukraine overnight, officials said on Friday, targeting the country's power infrastructure.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskiy identified Kaniv hydropower plant and Dnister plant as targets, posing a risk to Moldova as well.
- The attacks on energy infrastructure continued, with the country's largest private energy firm, DTEK, also sustaining significant damage.
- The Ukrainian air force reportedly destroyed 58 out of 60 Russian attack drones and numerous missiles, impacting power facilities in six regions.
Czechia to launch second railway route to Ukraine: The Czech railway operator RegioJets second line to Ukraine will commence operations on 27 March ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/03/18/7447022/
Russians hold over 10,000 Ukrainian civilians and 5,600 people have been tortured by them
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/03/26/7448179/
Environmental damage after Russian attack on Dnipro Hydroelectric Power Plant reaches over US$ 3.5 million
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/03/27/7448437/
Russian railway being built to Crimea is significant target for Ukraine: The railway to Crimea, which Russia is constructing in the occupied territory ...
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Ukraine's Energy Chief on Challenges, Resilience and the Outlook During Wartime
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Zelensky says Ukraine forces will have to retreat if US fails to give military aid
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Quick Glance: Fatal Russian Assaults on Ukraine and Appeal for Arms
- Russia targets areas in eastern and southern Ukraine in response to deadly bombings in the Russian border regions.
- At least three individuals lost their lives in the Russian assaults in northeastern and southern Ukraine, prompting Kyiv to request additional Patriot air defense systems.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukraine's allies to hasten the delivery of warplanes and Patriot air defense systems in light of the increased missile attacks.
Ukraine to resume sea ferry and container transportation in 2 to 3 weeks: All five container terminals are ready for processing the containers
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Ukraine is ready to take further steps to unblock the border : Ukraine is ready to take further steps that will unblock the border, reopening the way for the ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine Conflict: Reports on Drone Attacks
- Germany considers missile exchange with Britain for Ukraine
- Macron postpones Ukraine visit again
- Habeck calls for coalition unity before upcoming German Taurus vote
- Pope under scrutiny for remarks on 'white flag'
European Commission suggests holding defence industry forum with Ukraine: The European Commission has proposed holding a defence industry forum with Ukraine this ...
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Ukraine to get F-16 jets by mid-summer, says FM Kuleba - Euromaidan Press: Officials had previously cited spring or early summer for Ukraine's delivery of F-16 ...
euromaidanpress.com/2024/03/27/ukraine-to-get-f-16-jets-by-mid-summer-says-fm-kuleba/
Russia Loses Ninth Fighter Jet in Days: A Russian Sukhoi-34 jet has crashed in Ukraine's Kherson region, the latest in a spate of aviation losses for Moscow.
newsweek.com/russia-ukraine-jets-sukhoi-crash-1873037
Quick Glance: Ukraine Conflict: Scholz Rejects Taurus Delivery
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz rejects the delivery of Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine to avoid Germany's involvement in the war.
- The Ukrainian army withdraws from the town of Lastotschkyne as Russian forces advance.
- A partisan group shares a video of old Russian tanks in Crimea, highlighting the use of outdated weapons.
- Russia avoids publicly addressing the anniversary of the invasion in Ukraine, according to the Institute for War Studies.
Ukraine interested in joint arms production with Bulgaria – Zelenskyy : Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated during a press conference with Bulgarian ...
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Poll shows 84% of Ukrainians back EU accession, support keeps growing: The overwhelming majority (84%) of Ukrainians surveyed are in favour of Ukraines accession ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/28/7444132/
Ukrenergo state energy company to start construction of strategic power lines this year with help of Ukrainian producers
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/26/7443839/
Biden says he is ready to meet House speaker to discuss Ukraine aid: “I’d be happy to meet with him (Johnson) if he has anything to say," Biden told ...
kyivindependent.com/biden-says-he-is-ready-to-meet-speaker-johnson-to-discuss-ukraine-aid/
Quick Glance: Death of a Russian Military Commander in Ukraine
- Russian commander dies after injury in Crimea.
- Senior officer from Dagestan was deputy commander of the 18th Army.
- Death during the fourth military operation.
- New Russian army formed to support operations in Ukraine.
Russians want to fully capture Luhansk Oblast before Putin's sham elections – Ukraine's intelligence
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/21/7442977/
Zelenskyy announces cashback programme for buying Ukrainian goods: As part of the new state cashback programme dubbed QABuy Ukrainian, Ukrainian citizens will be ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/26/7443771/
Russian pilot who defected to Ukraine killed in Spain: EFE news agency says Maksim Kuzminov’s bullet-riddled body was found on February 13 in southern Spain.
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Quick Glance: Russian Pilot Defects to Ukraine, Found Dead in Spain
- Russian helicopter pilot who defected to Ukraine last year found dead in Spain.
- Kuzminov discovered deceased in Alicante after moving to Villajoyosa.
- Ukraine's GUR intelligence agency confirmed defection, while Russian commentators raise doubts.
- Confirmation of death provided by Ukrainian intelligence agency amidst speculation.
Erdogan offers Turkey as venue for Russian-Ukrainian peace summit - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/03/08/erdogan-offers-turkey-as-venue-for-russian-ukrainian-peace-summit/
Quick Glance: Turkey Offers to Host Ukraine-Russia Peace Summit
- Turkish President Erdogan offered to host a peace summit between Ukraine and Russia.
- Erdogan hopes Russia will accept Turkey's offer.
- Ukraine insists on not engaging directly with Russia and highlights the importance of their 10-point plan for negotiations.
- The expected peace summit in Switzerland will also discuss the reopening of Ukrainian ports.
Ukrainian Intel: Russia has 300 fighter jets ready against Ukraine - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/02/23/ukrainian-intel-russia-has-300-fighter-jets-ready-against-ukraine/
Congress delegation in Kyiv assures that US will continue supporting Ukraine: The members of the delegation of the Chamber of Representatives of the US Congress ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/9/7441199/
TALKING SUBSTANCE: To Kyiv From Down Under: Kyiv Post welcomes former Australian parliamentarian Michael Danby, who is now a Sky News Australian commentator ...
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Prosecutor General: Russia has used 24 North Korean missiles in Ukraine: "Currently, at least 24 ballistic missiles that were most likely produced in North ...
kyivindependent.com/prosecutor-general-russia-has-used-24-north-korean-missiles-in-ukraine/
North Korean missile fired by Russia in Ukraine contained US, European components - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/02/20/north-korean-missile-fired-by-russia-in-ukraine-contained-us-european-components/
Quick Glance: Report: US and European Components Found in Russian Missile for North Korea
- Study reveals North Korean missile in Ukraine had US and European components.
- First public acknowledgment of North Korea's foreign technology reliance for missiles.
- 75% US, 16% European, and 9% Asian components identified in missile.
- Key navigation system components traced to 26 companies worldwide.
Ukraine Says Local Law-Enforcers Behind Maidan Protester Deaths in 2014: Ukrainian protesters killed in downtown Kyiv in 2014 were fired on by domestic law ...
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Paid articlePaid Revolution of Dignity participants killed by Ukrainian law enforcement officers under Russian influence – investigation
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/19/7442539/
US Congressman on Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi's dismissal: We support Zelenskyy's right to seek change
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/9/7441191/
30 tonnes of Ukrainian corn spilled from freight train in Poland will be disposed of
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Polish farmers plan temporary reprieve from Korczowa border checkpoint blockade until 13 March - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/03/10/polish-farmers-plan-temporary-reprieve-from-korczowa-border-checkpoint-blockade-until-13-march/
US Ambassador to NATO doesn't expect Ukraine to be invited to join NATO at Washington summit
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/02/13/7441692/
Association head warns of closure of Ukrainian sugar factories due to EU import curbs
kyivindependent.com/association-head-warns-of-closure-of-ukrainian-sugar-factories-due-to-eu-import-curbs/
Ukraine military official: half of all North Korean shells are duds: North Korean artillery shells cannot be accurately aimed, South Korean military expert says.
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Ukraine military destroys Russian surveillance plane — air force commander: KYIV: Ukraine’s military on Friday destroyed a Russian A-50 surveillance aircraft ...
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Russian army focuses main efforts on Avdiivka, Kupiansk and Lyman - DIU: The main efforts of the Russian army are now focused on Avdiivka, Kupiansk, and Lyman ...
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Canadian Foreign Minister arrives in Ukraine on unannounced visit – video: Mélanie Joly, Canadas Foreign Minister, has arrived in Ukraine on an unannounced visit ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine's Journey to EU Membership
- The historic decision of European leaders to initiate accession talks with Ukraine in December 2023 was celebrated in Kyiv as a recognition of years of efforts following the EuroMaidan Revolution.
- The agreement came after a European Commission decision in November 2023, recommending talks begin after Ukraine completed four out of seven steps outlined when it received candidate status in June 2023.
- Ukraine needs to undertake a thorough overhaul of its legislation, policies, and economy as it embarks on the long and arduous road to EU membership.
- Aligning with EU legislation has the potential to spark much-needed reforms in Ukraine, but will take years to implement all necessary laws.
There is no threat of Denmark's supply of F-16 to Ukraine being disrupted – Foreign Minister
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⚡️A decision on the use of frozen Russian assets can be made already this year, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, said, Interfax-Ukraine reported ... Show more
EU chases deal with Hungary on Kyiv aid; Russia ponders extending wartime capital controls
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-01-29-eu-chases-deal-with-hungary-on-kyiv-aid-russia-ponders-extending-wartime-capital-controls/
Quick Glance: Ukraine Exposes Military Arms Corruption
- Ukraine's security agency uncovers corruption in a military arms purchase valued at approximately $40 million.
- Investigation targets five high-ranking individuals in the Defense Ministry and a military arms supplier.
- Contract for 100,000 mortar shells signed by defense officials in August 2022.
- Advance payment made, funds transferred abroad, yet no arms delivered.
Ukrainian media community, put under pressure by smear campaigns, complains to G7 ambassadors – photo
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Zelenskyy is increasingly confident that US will provide assistance to Ukraine : President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is now even more confident that the US will help ...
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Quick Glance: Yermak: No War Freeze in Ukraine
- Participants at the fourth meeting of national security advisors on the Peace Formula in Davos, Switzerland.
- Andrii Yermak stated the current leadership's refusal to freeze the war against Ukraine.
- Defense Minister's proposal for an international working group to withdraw Russian troops from Ukraine.
- Swiss Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis emphasized the need for China's involvement in ending the war in Ukraine.
Switzerland to allocate over US$1.7 billion for reconstruction of Ukraine by 2028
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/01/15/7437364/
Ukraine's state budget deficit after 2024 can be covered by revenues from frozen Russian assets – President's Office
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Russian Il-76 military transport plane crashes near Ukrainian border - Russian media
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Quick Glance: Volodymyr Zelensky Condemns Russia's Handling of Downed Plane
- Plane crash in southern Russian region near Ukraine
- Ukraine's military intelligence not informed about airspace security
- Zelensky criticizes Russia for playing with lives of Ukrainian prisoners
- Ukraine's military intelligence indirectly acknowledges shooting down of the plane
Moods are Shifting - Globe & Mail Europe Bureau Chief Interviewed: Eric Reguly, Toronto Globe and Mail's European Bureau Chief based in Rome ...
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Zelensky Has a Warning for Donald Trump: The Ukrainian president posed questions about what Trump would do in a second term if Russia is able to succeed in ...
newsweek.com/zelensky-has-warning-donald-trump-1861665
Quick Glance: Germany Votes Against Taurus Missiles for Ukraine
- The German parliament overwhelmingly rejected a non-binding proposal to deliver Taurus KEPD 350 cruise missiles to Ukraine on Wednesday.
- Regardless of the vote, the final decision on Taurus deliveries to Ukraine will rest with the chair of Germany's Federal Security Council, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Politico reported.
- Today's decision comes as France is providing a new round of SCALP-EG cruise missiles and 'hundreds of bombs' to Ukraine and plans to visit Kyiv in February.
Ukraine updates: Donetsk reports 27 dead in market shelling: Artillery fire has killed at least 27 people, according to local authorities in the Russian-occupied ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine: 27 Killed in Donetsk Market Bombardment
- Artillery fire struck a market in the Russian-controlled city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine on Sunday.
- At least 27 dead and 25 injured were reported after Ukrainian forces shelled the city of Donetsk.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that several new Western defense packages would be signed by the end of February.
- Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of escalating civilian area attacks.
Zelenskyy says four Ukrainian sailors are in Houthi captivity: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that four Ukrainian sailors are being held captive by ...
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US National Security Council stresses importance of US military aid for Ukraine: The White House has stressed that in the light of Russia’s latest large-scale ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian Offensive Strikes Russian Border Regions
- Ukraine has initiated air attacks on regions in Russia and occupied east Ukraine as the recent escalation of the war between the two countries continued.
- According to Russian officials, Ukrainian missiles targeted Belgorod and Kursk in southern Russia, as well as the Crimean Peninsula, annexed in 2014, in a series of deadly attacks that began last week, resulting in dozens of civilian casualties.
- The overnight assault occurred a day after Russia targeted Ukraine’s two major cities, Kyiv and Kharkiv, with numerous missiles and drones, resulting in five fatalities.
- As per Russia’s Ministry of Defence report on Telegram, 12 Ukrainian missiles - six Tochka-U ballistic missiles and six guided missiles - were destroyed over the Belgorod region.
Ukrainian-made drone flew 1,250 km and hit “target” near St. Petersburg, Minister confirms
euromaidanpress.com/2024/01/18/ukrainian-made-drone-flew-1250-km-and-hit-target-near-st-petersburg-minister-confirms/
🇪🇺The European Commission is working "around the clock" to close possible loopholes allowing Russia to circumvent sanctions and obtain components ... Show more
Committee on NATO issues to be created in parliament – Ukraine's Parliament Head: Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada (Ukraine’s Parliament) ...
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Talks with Orbán may cover wide range of bilateral relations – President's Office
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⚡️There is a possibility of direct negotiations between Volodymyr Zelensky and the Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orban ... Show more
Kyivstar mobile operator restores 100% of services: Kyivstar, Ukraines largest mobile operator, has restored all of its services both in Ukraine and abroad.
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Shahed drone hunters and cutting-edge missile systems: Ukraine strengthens air defence in Lviv Oblast
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Defence Ministry explains Minister's words on mobilisation abroad: it’s invitation to army, no sanctions
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/12/21/7434043/
Ukraine ships first load of trucks stuck at Polish border by train: Ukraine's state-owned railway Ukrzaliznytsia shipped 23 trucks by train that had been ...
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EU continues emergency regulations in energy sector introduced after beginning of Russian aggression
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/12/23/7434284/
Explosions rock Odesa, air defence system in operation: Explosions were reported in Odesa on the evening of 12 December.
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Ukraine promises to reappoint 24 High Anti-Corruption Court judges by summer : Ukraine has pledged to ensure an open competition for 24 positions in the High ...
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Ukraine 'Can Lose' if US Does Not Approve Aid: Will It Come?: As Congress approaches its last week before beginning Christmas recess ...
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