#Martial Law

Industry Demands Freezing Ukrzaliznytsia Tariffs: Business Warns of Enterprise Shutdown Risk

Economy 11/11/2026, 15:16

Ukrainian industry demands a moratorium on Ukrzaliznytsia freight tariff increases until the end of martial law, warning of the risk of further enterprise shutdowns and a shrinking freight base.

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Interior Ministry of Ukraine clarifies when driving with expired licenses is allowed under martial law

Technology 11/08/2026, 10:31

The Main Service Center of the Ukrainian Interior Ministry clarified when it is legal to drive with expired licenses under martial law: the simplification only applies to licenses issued for the first time for two years.

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Ukraine Expands the Range of Specialists Authorized to Dispense Medications via Electronic Prescriptions

Health 11/05/2026, 18:51

Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 1135 of September 17, 2026, expands the list of professionals authorized to dispense drugs via e-prescriptions in Ukraine to include nurses and pharmacy interns, addressing staffing shortages during martial law.

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Scheduled, emergency, and rolling: how power outages work in Ukraine and who makes the decisions

Economy 11/05/2026, 17:24

In Ukraine, power outages are divided into scheduled, emergency, and schedule-based (HOS and EOS). We explain who makes the decision on blackouts, how the queue of outages is formed, and what the regulatory time limits are.

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Ukrainian Ministry of Defense Clarifies TCС Powers and Liability for Obstructing Their Work

Politics 11/04/2026, 17:18

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has officially clarified the powers of territorial recruitment and social support centers during mobilization, as well as liability for obstructing their work.

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Ukraine's Ministry of Defense Clarifies Which Social Media Posts Carry Criminal Liability Under Martial Law

Politics 11/04/2026, 14:24

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has clarified which social media posts under martial law are subject to criminal liability of up to 12 years in prison.

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Ministry of Infrastructure: Ukrzaliznytsia Social Tariffs Locked, Free 'UZ 3000' Program Won't Return This Winter

Economy 11/04/2026, 10:39

The Ministry of Infrastructure confirmed that under martial law, Ukrzaliznytsia cannot raise social tariffs for platzkart and kupe tickets, and the 'UZ 3000' free ticket program will not be extended for the upcoming winter, shifting focus to transport safety.

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SBU in absentia charges former Zelensky press secretary Iuliia Mendel with high treason

Politics 11/03/2026, 19:00

The SBU and the Prosecutor General's Office have notified former presidential press secretary Iuliia Mendel in absentia of suspicion of high treason and justification of aggression. She faces two criminal articles and is currently abroad.

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Automatic Extension of Draft Deferrals: How the System Works and What to Do If the Notification Has Not Arrived

Politics 10/30/2026, 09:52

In Ukraine, mobilization deferrals are being automatically extended until October 30: over 90% of current ones can be prolonged without a repeated application. The Ministry of Defense explained how the system works and what to do in case of refusal.

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Constitutional Court of Ukraine denies mobilization for life-sentenced prisoners

Politics 10/29/2026, 00:45

The Constitutional Court of Ukraine has upheld the ban on mobilizing life-sentenced prisoners and multiple murderers into the army.

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Cabinet of Ministers restricts access to shelters in schools and kindergartens: what has changed since October 15, 2026

Politics 10/28/2026, 15:56

Under Cabinet Resolution No. 1288 dated October 15, 2026, school shelters in Kyiv are accessible only to participants in the educational process during school hours, while kindergarten shelters are restricted to children and staff only. Local authorities may allow outsiders into school shelters provided safety conditions are met.

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Zelenskyy enacts NSDC decision on circular defense of Ukrainian cities

Politics 10/26/2026, 20:44

Zelenskyy signed Decree No. 1067/2026, enacting the NSDC decision on constructing engineering barriers for the circular defense of Ukrainian cities. Details are classified as "For Official Use Only."

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Zelenskyy signed extension of martial law and mobilization in Ukraine until January 29, 2027

Politics 10/26/2026, 18:54

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed the extension of martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine for 90 days — until January 29, 2027. This is the 21st extension of the regimes since the start of the full-scale invasion.

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Verkhovna Rada Extends Martial Law and Mobilization in Ukraine Until Late January 2027

Politics 10/26/2026, 13:08

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has extended martial law and general mobilization by 90 days, until January 29, 2027. The decision was made on October 26, 2026.

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Martial Law and Mobilization in Ukraine to Be Extended Until Late January 2027

Politics 10/26/2026, 08:58

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has submitted bills to the Verkhovna Rada to extend martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine for another 90 days until late January 2027.

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Ukraine to Extend Martial Law and Mobilization until the End of January 2027

Politics 10/24/2026, 20:09

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine plans to extend martial law and mobilization for 90 days, until January 29, 2027, on October 26, 2026. This will be the 21st such extension.

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Number of High-Risk Universities in Ukraine Rises to 45: SSQE Inspects 292 Institutions

Science 10/21/2026, 19:10

The SSQE classified 45 universities out of 292 inspected as high risk in 2026—more than twice as many as the previous year. The status does not mean diplomas are invalid, but signals increased monitoring.

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No Hot Lunch: How Schools Are Allowed to Feed Children in Shelters During Extended Air Raids

Health 10/21/2026, 15:33

The State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection has explained how to organize school meals during prolonged air raids: when hot lunches can be replaced with ready-to-eat foods and what water and food reserves to keep in shelters.

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