In May 2025, Russian troops captured the largest number of Ukrainian territories since the end of 2022. This is part of the large-scale summer offensive that has been undertaken by the Russian Federation. The WSJ notes that peace talks have reached a dead end, and now…
Category: 9. Business
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Zelenskyy: Russia plans to seize Odesa and reach the borders with Moldova and Romania.
Considering this, Ukraine needs protection and long-term guarantees, said President Zelenskyy at the Ukraine-Southeast Europe summit in Odesa.
“I ask you all to consider security guarantees after this war as a practical necessity. From air defense to cyber threats, we…
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Kremlin: Ukraine must accept Russia’s conditions and renounce integration with the West to end the war.
The head of the Russian negotiation delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, said that if Kyiv does not agree to “compromises”, it will face new territorial losses.
“We want peace. But if Ukraine continues to be guided by the national interests of other countries, we will…
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The Ukrainian economy has the potential to surpass the Russian economy, offering Ukraine a safeguard against further Russian hostility.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated during a congressional hearing that in two decades, Ukraine’s economy could exceed that of Russia’s. He believes that a stable Ukrainian economy will provide the best long-term defense for Ukraine, a view also shared by US…
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The G7 summit’s participants will discuss lowering the Russian oil price cap to $30.
Among the topics on the table at the G7 summit, which will take place from June 15 to 17 in Canada, is a proposed price ceiling for Russian oil at $30 per barrel, according to Alexander Khara, an expert at the Center for Defense Strategies.
“We expect more pressure on…
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The US Secretary of Defense recognizes Russia as the aggressor, but does not support Ukraine’s victory.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, speaking in front of a Senate committee, stated that Russia is the aggressor in the war against Ukraine. However, he refused to directly support Ukraine’s victory, noting that in his opinion what is the best for US interests is a peaceful…
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A dry port will be constructed in Western Ukraine, near the border with Poland.
Ternopil company Weststar Group plans to build a dry port in Volyn, which will be situated near the railway on plots covering nearly 35.6 hectares, and access tracks will be developed for it. Weststar Group is part of the Ternopil group of companies Western Container…
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Resulting from its focus on trade with the EU, Ukraine has lost its wheat markets in Asia and Africa.
It has practically lost these markets while concentrating on exporting its products to Europe, writes Latifundist, referring to Ukrainian traders.
“We have lost 70% of the Egyptian market. All Ukrainian exporters have reoriented to Europe. We have lost not only the…
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Several shopping malls are set to open in Lviv within two years.
These include compact malls in residential areas and multifunctional complexes featuring cinemas, swimming pools, and recreational spaces. For instance, the Galas shopping mall, with an area of over 13,000 square meters, will launch in the third quarter of 2025….
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How are Ukraine’s cities and regions being reconstructed and revitalized?
Ukrgasbank, a state-owned entity, has issued a loan of ₴650.5M ($15.5M) to the Lviv City Council to fund a significant initiative focused on the sustainable growth of urban infrastructure. These funds are designated for the enhancement of facilities in education, healthcare, culture, and…
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