#Martial Law

Rumors of Martial Law in Russia: CPD Explains the Strategy Behind the Leaks

Politics 09/26/2026, 13:45

Rumors about introducing martial law in Russia are used by authorities to test public sentiment and intimidate Europe, says CPD head Andriy Kovalenko.

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SBU Thwarts FSB Assassination Attempt on Russian Opposition Figure in Kyiv: Female Agent Detained During Ambush Setup Near a Sports Complex

Politics 09/22/2026, 17:17

The SBU detained an FSB agent in Kyiv who was preparing an assassination attempt on a Russian opposition figure who works as a kickboxing coach. The woman from occupied Melitopol was recruited in exchange for dropping a drug case and trained at an FSB base. She has been charged with treason.

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Kiev registers petition demanding a ban on private companies towing cars during martial law

Politics 09/22/2026, 01:23

On September 21, a petition was registered in Kyiv demanding that car towing during martial law be transferred exclusively to municipal enterprises and that vehicles not obstructing traffic not be towed. The appeal must gather 6,000 votes within 60 days.

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Simplified AWOL Return Program Has Ended: Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Explains the New Procedure

Politics 09/21/2026, 18:57

As of September 21, 2026, the simplified AWOL return program in Ukraine has ceased to apply. The Ministry of Defense explained the new general procedure: a report via "Army+", arrival at the MLES within 24 hours, and dispatch to a reserve battalion.

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A "Yellow" Alert Does Not Cancel Train Stops: UZ Explains When and Why Trains May Not Run

Incidents 09/21/2026, 18:22

Ukrzaliznytsia explained that during a "yellow" alert, a train may not run if monitoring groups detect a direct threat. On September 18, the Cabinet of Ministers approved new rules for railway operations under air threat.

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Ukrzaliznytsia explains new rules for train and station operations during air alerts

Incidents 09/19/2026, 13:33

From 17 September, new rules for the operation of Ukrzaliznytsia and stations during air alerts have been in force in Ukraine: under the yellow level trains continue to run, while under the red level boarding is suspended and people are moved into shelters.

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Aivazovska: The Constitutional Court Risks Losing Quorum, and the CEC — Legitimacy, Already in October

Politics 09/18/2026, 13:46

The head of OPORA, Olena Aivazovska, warned that the Constitutional Court risks losing its quorum due to the expiration of judges' terms of office, and on October 3 the seven-year mandate of all 17 CEC members expires simultaneously.

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Bill on Ukraine's First Postwar Elections Is 65% Ready: What Has Been Adopted and Why Work Has Stalled

Politics 09/18/2026, 12:20

The bill on Ukraine's first postwar elections is 65% ready, but work has been stalled since May due to a pause in the peace track. Opora insists on independent preparation without waiting for external signals.

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“Democracy Can’t Be Switched On in Pieces”: Expert Explains Why Elections in Zakarpattia Are Impossible

Politics 09/18/2026, 11:26

OPORA head Olga Ivazovska stated that separate local elections in Zakarpattia under martial law are legally impossible and politically dangerous. The expert called for focusing on preparing a unified framework for postwar nationwide elections.

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Zelensky Appoints Anton Kovalskyi as Acting Prosecutor General

Politics 09/18/2026, 10:20

By Decree No. 946/2026 dated September 17, 2026, Zelensky assigned the performance of the duties of Prosecutor General to Anton Kovalskyi, head of the Khmelnytskyi Regional Prosecutor's Office, following Kravchenko's resignation.

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Aivazovska: Elections During the War — a “Window of Opportunity” for Putin and a Direct Path to a Failed State

Politics 09/17/2026, 22:43

OPORA head Olga Aivazovska explained in an RBC-Ukraine interview why elections during the war carry the risk of losing legitimacy and turning Ukraine into a failed state, and which forms of voting are safe.

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Zelensky Suspends Kravchenko as Prosecutor General: The Decree, the 'Carthage' Case, and His Flight Abroad

Politics 09/14/2026, 23:53

Zelensky suspended Kravchenko from the post of Prosecutor General by decree, citing the martial law law. The decision was taken against the backdrop of the 'Carthage' case, the suspicion against Kryvonos, and Kravchenko's departure abroad.

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"Large-scale food stockpiling creates additional risks": Ukraine's agriculture minister explains why the country does not need state food reserves

Economy 09/14/2026, 17:25

Ukraine's agriculture minister Taras Vysotsky stated that the country does not need large-scale state food reserves: decentralized production and competition among hundreds of producers curb prices more effectively than administrative mechanisms.

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Ukraine introduces special border regime in one-kilometer zone along borders with Russia and Belarus

Politics 09/12/2026, 23:37

Ukraine has introduced a special border regime in a one-kilometer zone along the borders with Russia and Belarus: free presence of people and unauthorized work are prohibited. The restrictions remain in effect until the end of martial law.

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Hunting ban lifted for three months in Poltava region: conditions of the weekend season

Politics 09/11/2026, 19:38

The Poltava Regional Council of Defense has permitted hunting from 1 October to 31 December 2026, but only on Saturdays and Sundays. Each entry into the grounds requires prior coordination with the military administrations, the police, and the Military Law Enforcement Service.

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Ukraine Introduces Special Border Regime in One-Kilometer Strip Along Borders with Russia and Belarus

Politics 09/10/2026, 22:19

Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers on August 17 introduced a special regime in the one-kilometer strip along the borders with Russia and Belarus: civilian presence is restricted, and the measures remain in effect until the end of martial law.

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Chernivtsi Oblast shortens the curfew: it will now last three hours

Politics 09/10/2026, 20:07

From September 11, the curfew in Chernivtsi Oblast will be shortened to three hours — from 01:00 to 04:00. Head of the RDA Ruslan Osypenko clarified the rules of movement for life-support workers and strengthened control.

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17,000 Hasids Already in Ukraine: Pilgrims Ignore Shelling Threats Ahead of Rosh Hashanah

Culture 09/09/2026, 18:01

About 17,000 Hasids have arrived in Ukraine ahead of Rosh Hashanah 2026. The main flow is passing through Moldovan border crossings, including the attacked "Starkozache." Israeli police are already working in Uman.

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