unian--2020-11-25--Deputy PM: No threat to visa-free travel with EU over "constitutional crisis" in Ukraine

Stefanishyna is convinced `` the government provides an adequate response to this challenge . ''
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olha Stefanishyna says it 's impossible to quickly resolve the crisis caused by the decision of the Constitutional Court to abolish criminal liability for inaccurate declaration , but there is no threat to the visa-free travel with the European Union .
`` We have no constitutional crisis .
Crisis is due to the decision of the Constitutional Court .
These are a bit different things , but today president demonstrates high level of leadership in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , an anti-corruption council will soon start working , decisions are being worked out , '' she told journalists , according to an UNIAN correspondent .
Read alsoZelensky , Venice Commission chief talk ways to resolve CCU crisisStefanishyna is convinced `` the state provides an adequate response to this challenge . ''
`` But these ca n't be quick decisions .
These must be complex political and legal consensus , and such consensus is being sought now , and therefore such a reaction , the active interaction of the authorities , allows me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ travel , and there is a quite common position on dedication to anti-corruption reforms , '' she added .
On October 27 , the Constitutional Court made a decision on a motion filed by 47 Members of Parliament , having repealed Article 366-1 of the Criminal Code , which provided for criminal liability for inaccurate declaration by government officials of their income .
The Constitutional Court also recognized the provisions of laws on the audit of officials ' e-declarations as unconstitutional and stripped the National Agency on Corruption Prevention ( NACP ) of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of interest .
President Volodymyr Zelensky tabled bill No .
4288 in parliament to terminate the powers of all CCU judges .
The document states , in particular , that the decision of the Constitutional Court of October 27 is `` null and void '' ( such that it does not create legal consequences ) as such that was adopted by the CCU judges in conditions of a real conflict of interests . ''
Zelensky proposes the termination of the powers of CCU judges from the date when the law becomes effective , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ judges should immediately begin the procedure for the competitive selection of the court 's new members .

Stefanishyna is convinced "the government provides an adequate response to this challenge."
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olha Stefanishyna says it's impossible to quickly resolve the crisis caused by the decision of the Constitutional Court to abolish criminal liability for inaccurate declaration, but there is no threat to the visa-free travel with the European Union.
"We have no constitutional crisis. Crisis is due to the decision of the Constitutional Court. These are a bit different things, but today president demonstrates high level of leadership in the process. A legal commission is working, an anti-corruption council will soon start working, decisions are being worked out," she told journalists, according to an UNIAN correspondent.
Read alsoZelensky, Venice Commission chief talk ways to resolve CCU crisisStefanishyna is convinced "the state provides an adequate response to this challenge."
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"But these can't be quick decisions. These must be complex political and legal consensus, and such consensus is being sought now, and therefore such a reaction, the active interaction of the authorities, allows me saying there is no threat to visa-free travel, and there is a quite common position on dedication to anti-corruption reforms," she added.
Constitutional Court row: Background
On October 27, the Constitutional Court made a decision on a motion filed by 47 Members of Parliament, having repealed Article 366-1 of the Criminal Code, which provided for criminal liability for inaccurate declaration by government officials of their income.
The Constitutional Court also recognized the provisions of laws on the audit of officials' e-declarations as unconstitutional and stripped the National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) of powers to check declarations and identify conflicts of interest.
President Volodymyr Zelensky tabled bill No. 4288 in parliament to terminate the powers of all CCU judges. The document states, in particular, that the decision of the Constitutional Court of October 27 is "null and void" (such that it does not create legal consequences) as such that was adopted by the CCU judges in conditions of a real conflict of interests." Zelensky proposes the termination of the powers of CCU judges from the date when the law becomes effective, suggesting that subjects authorized to appoint new judges should immediately begin the procedure for the competitive selection of the court's new members.


unian--2020-11-25--"I'm no Grinch": Minister explains initiative on Christmas lockdown

A `` restrictive period '' should be introduced to avoid festive crowds .
Ukraine 's Minister of Culture and Information Policy Oleksandr Tkachenko has said a lockdown should be introduced in the country for the period of the Christmas holidays , while such plans should be announced in advance .
`` I 'm no Grinch .
This is my point of view , which arose from discussions on weekend quarantine .
To a certain extent , we need restrictions since the incidence is getting higher .
Obviously , forecasting is also needed .
Creative industry , arts , small- and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restrictions could be introduced , '' the minister said , speaking at a morning TV show , `` Snidanok z 1+1 , '' on November 25 .
Large public gatherings are traditional during the New Year holidays .
Therefore , Tkachenko proposes a `` restrictive period '' be introduced for two to three weeks to avoid them .
Read alsoLockdown on Christmas holidays possible if pace of COVID-19 spread grows – health ministry '' I do n't know in what form , but it would give businesses the opportunity to project losses , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now , before the holidays come , during holidays , and past holidays , '' the minister added .
On November 11 , the Cabinet of Ministers decided to introduce the so-called weekend quarantine starting from November 14 .
The government repealed the adaptive quarantine system and imposed a nationwide quarantine with curbs for all territories that were in effect in the previous version of the coronavirus quarantine in zones with the orange risk level .
On November 17 , the Verkhovna Rada , Ukraine 's parliament , did not back a draft @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the restrictions imposed along with the so-called weekend quarantine .
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A "restrictive period" should be introduced to avoid festive crowds.
Ukraine's Minister of Culture and Information Policy Oleksandr Tkachenko has said a lockdown should be introduced in the country for the period of the Christmas holidays, while such plans should be announced in advance.
"I'm no Grinch. This is my point of view, which arose from discussions on weekend quarantine. To a certain extent, we need restrictions since the incidence is getting higher. Obviously, forecasting is also needed. Creative industry, arts, small- and medium-sized businesses need to understand when additional restrictions could be introduced," the minister said, speaking at a morning TV show, "Snidanok z 1+1," on November 25.
Large public gatherings are traditional during the New Year holidays. Therefore, Tkachenko proposes a "restrictive period" be introduced for two to three weeks to avoid them.
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Read alsoLockdown on Christmas holidays possible if pace of COVID-19 spread grows – health ministry"I don't know in what form, but it would give businesses the opportunity to project losses, draft plans on how they should act now, before the holidays come, during holidays, and past holidays," the minister added.
Weekend quarantine in Ukraine
On November 11, the Cabinet of Ministers decided to introduce the so-called weekend quarantine starting from November 14.
The government repealed the adaptive quarantine system and imposed a nationwide quarantine with curbs for all territories that were in effect in the previous version of the coronavirus quarantine in zones with the orange risk level.
On November 17, the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, did not back a draft resolution recommending that the Ukrainian government soften the restrictions imposed along with the so-called weekend quarantine.
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unian--2020-11-25--Lockdown on Christmas holidays possible if pace of COVID-19 spread grows – health ministry

When asked who would be hit by the lockdown first , the minister said `` the disease does n't choose . ''
Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov says lockdown on Christmas holidays could be introduced in the event of a rapid increase in daily COVID-19 cases .
`` Any curbs are introduced only from the point of view of epidemiology , based on the spread pace .
We look at it and say that we could have a lockdown .
And we talk about this constantly , '' he told Ukraine 24 TV channel .
The minister explained that from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` the best method is to cut the chain of transmission for three weeks , '' and then , he believes , the country will see a certain effect .
Nevertheless , Stepanov says any restrictions are set up by government talking into account both epidemic and economic indicators .
Read also '' Plan B '' : PM Shmyhal confirms preparations for lockdown , but no date yet '' And when we offer a lockdown , [ we look into ] calculations of the Economy Ministry on whether we can withstand it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ looking for balance .
But there may be circumstances when we have to do this anyway to save lives , '' Stepanov said .
When asked , who would be most affected by lockdown , he said `` the disease does n't choose . ''
On November 24 , Culture Minister Oleksandr Tkachenko announced he would offer the Cabinet of Ministers to introduce a lockdown in the country during the New Year and Christmas holidays .
• On November 11 , the Cabinet of Ministers decided to introduce the so-called weekend quarantine starting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ repealed the adaptive quarantine system and imposed a nationwide quarantine with curbs for all territories that were in effect in the previous version of the coronavirus quarantine in zones with the orange risk level .
• On November 17 , the Verkhovna Rada , Ukraine 's parliament , did not back a draft resolution recommending that the Ukrainian government soften the restrictions imposed along with the so-called weekend quarantine .

When asked who would be hit by the lockdown first, the minister said "the disease doesn't choose."
Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov says lockdown on Christmas holidays could be introduced in the event of a rapid increase in daily COVID-19 cases.
"Any curbs are introduced only from the point of view of epidemiology, based on the spread pace. We look at it and say that we could have a lockdown. And we talk about this constantly," he told Ukraine 24 TV channel.
The minister explained that from the point of view of epidemiology, "the best method is to cut the chain of transmission for three weeks," and then, he believes, the country will see a certain effect.
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Nevertheless, Stepanov says any restrictions are set up by government talking into account both epidemic and economic indicators.
Read also"Plan B": PM Shmyhal confirms preparations for lockdown, but no date yet"And when we offer a lockdown, [we look into] calculations of the Economy Ministry on whether we can withstand it. We proceed from these things and are looking for balance. But there may be circumstances when we have to do this anyway to save lives," Stepanov said.
When asked, who would be most affected by lockdown, he said "the disease doesn't choose."
"Quarantine will affect everyone, without exception, as it was in spring. As for working it out, we understand such a tough quarantine will hit the economy regardless of when it's introduced," Stepanov said.
On November 24, Culture Minister Oleksandr Tkachenko announced he would offer the Cabinet of Ministers to introduce a lockdown in the country during the New Year and Christmas holidays.
Weekend quarantine in Ukraine


unian--2020-11-25--Finance Ministry borrows US$591 mln on domestic market

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unian--2020-11-25--Infrastructure minister may be replaced – media

The ministry 's press secretary has dismissed the report as `` rumors . ''
Ukraine 's Infrastructure Minister Vladyslav Kryklii may be replaced by incumbent Head of the Ukravtodor motorway management agency , Oleksandr Kubrakov .
The move is reportedly being promoted by Deputy Head of the President 's Office Kyrylo Tymoshenko , according to the Ukrayinska Pravda online outlet , citing a source .
`` It is impossible now to dismiss the entire government , but there are several ministers who will be replaced separately .
For example , it 's Infrastructure Minister Kryklii .
As a replacement , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ CEO Kubrakov , '' a source in the government has told the publication .
According to Ukrayinska Pravda , Tymoshenko is thus trying to participate in the process of Cabinet reformatting , although his area of responsibility in the President 's Office is confined to regional politics .
Earlier , MP with the European Solidarity faction Oleksiy Honcharuk claimed the Radaalready has two-thirds of the votes secured to dismiss the Cabinet .
Press secretary of the Ministry of Infrastructure Oksana Herasimova has dismissed the report as `` rumors , '' RFE/RL reports .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' she said .
`` It 's very disappointing that Ukrainskaya Pravda publishes this with reference to rumors .
And for some reason , it notes one minister , not mentioning any others .
The minister is working , he has to work hard – you can see for yourself what the situation is in the country , '' Herasimova said .

The ministry's press secretary has dismissed the report as "rumors."
Ukraine's Infrastructure Minister Vladyslav Kryklii may be replaced by incumbent Head of the Ukravtodor motorway management agency, Oleksandr Kubrakov.
The move is reportedly being promoted by Deputy Head of the President's Office Kyrylo Tymoshenko, according to the Ukrayinska Pravda online outlet, citing a source.
"It is impossible now to dismiss the entire government, but there are several ministers who will be replaced separately. For example, it's Infrastructure Minister Kryklii. As a replacement, Tymoshenko suggests appointing his friend, Ukravtodor CEO Kubrakov," a source in the government has told the publication.
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According to Ukrayinska Pravda, Tymoshenko is thus trying to participate in the process of Cabinet reformatting, although his area of responsibility in the President's Office is confined to regional politics.
Earlier, MP with the European Solidarity faction Oleksiy Honcharuk claimed the Radaalready has two-thirds of the votes secured to dismiss the Cabinet.
Press secretary of the Ministry of Infrastructure Oksana Herasimova has dismissed the report as "rumors," RFE/RL reports.
"We don't comment on rumors," she said. "It's very disappointing that Ukrainskaya Pravda publishes this with reference to rumors. And for some reason, it notes one minister, not mentioning any others. The minister is working, he has to work hard – you can see for yourself what the situation is in the country," Herasimova said.


unian--2020-11-25--Tax Service meets budget revenue target ahead of schedule

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unian--2020-11-25--Russia demands 50 years of "special status" for Donbas – Ukrainian MP

Russia is once again disrupting the Minsk talks .
The Russian Federation wants Ukraine to adopt the so-called `` special status '' for Donbas for the next 50 years , says People 's Deputy with the Servant of the People faction , Chairman of the Permanent Delegation of the Verkhovna Rada to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly , Yehor Chernev .
Russia is once again disrupting the Minsk talks on Donbas settlement , Chernev wrote on Facebook .
`` The Russians now want changes to the [ Ukrainian ] Constitution , elections before handing back control of the border , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years .
So , no matter what we offer them , they will always put forward unacceptable conditions and accuse us of being unprepared for negotiations , '' Chernev stressed .
In his opinion , Ukraine must admit it is impossible to return the Donbas territories by peaceful means because `` there has never been a case in history that Russia voluntarily returned to anyone even a piece of seized land . ''
`` And the Kremlin is well aware that , having regained Donbas , Ukraine and its allies will immediately move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Chernev reflects .
`` Therefore , they will come up with more and more reasons not to fulfill any agreements , and wait for a new chance to destroy Ukraine completely . ''
Read alsoBiden 's pick for secretary of state : Blinken 's stance on Ukraine '' What should we do in such a situation ?
Indeed , the Minsk format is dysfunctional , but should we refuse further negotiations with Russia ?
No .
Because with their help we show the whole world how unnegotiatiable the Kremlin is and how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And that there are reasons to demand introduction of new sanctions against Russia .
Amid the pandemic , they have a much stronger effect .
And , therefore , we never relax , we continue to negotiate and clean our machine guns in the meantime , '' the MP stressed .
On November 5 , the Ukrainian delegation to the Trilateral Contact Group announced five main points of the new action plan for Donbas settlement .
On November 24 , Russia 's representative in the political working subgroup , Aleksey Dmitrievsky , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by their proxy forces in Donbas .

Russia is once again disrupting the Minsk talks.
The Russian Federation wants Ukraine to adopt the so-called "special status" for Donbas for the next 50 years, says People's Deputy with the Servant of the People faction, Chairman of the Permanent Delegation of the Verkhovna Rada to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, Yehor Chernev.
Russia is once again disrupting the Minsk talks on Donbas settlement, Chernev wrote on Facebook.
"The Russians now want changes to the [Ukrainian] Constitution, elections before handing back control of the border, and the special status of Donbas for 50 years. So, no matter what we offer them, they will always put forward unacceptable conditions and accuse us of being unprepared for negotiations," Chernev stressed.
In his opinion, Ukraine must admit it is impossible to return the Donbas territories by peaceful means because "there has never been a case in history that Russia voluntarily returned to anyone even a piece of seized land."
"And the Kremlin is well aware that, having regained Donbas, Ukraine and its allies will immediately move on to the issue of Crimea," Chernev reflects. "Therefore, they will come up with more and more reasons not to fulfill any agreements, and wait for a new chance to destroy Ukraine completely."
Read alsoBiden's pick for secretary of state: Blinken's stance on Ukraine"What should we do in such a situation? Indeed, the Minsk format is dysfunctional, but should we refuse further negotiations with Russia? No. Because with their help we show the whole world how unnegotiatiable the Kremlin is and how unwilling they are to achieve peace. And that there are reasons to demand introduction of new sanctions against Russia. Amid the pandemic, they have a much stronger effect. And, therefore, we never relax, we continue to negotiate and clean our machine guns in the meantime," the MP stressed.
Background
On November 5, the Ukrainian delegation to the Trilateral Contact Group announced five main points of the new action plan for Donbas settlement.
On November 24, Russia's representative in the political working subgroup, Aleksey Dmitrievsky, said Moscow would support the plan formally submitted by their proxy forces in Donbas.


unian--2020-11-25--U.S. warship challenges Russia's claims in Sea of Japan

Russia inherited the Soviet claim to the Peter the Great Bay , which the U.S. Navy said is `` inconsistent with the rules of international law The U.S. Navy on Tuesday sent another warship to challenge maritime claims in the Western Pacific , this time in an area claimed by Russia , according to a 7th Fleet spokesman .
The guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain , based at Yokosuka , `` asserted navigational rights and freedoms in the vicinity of Peter the Great Bay in the Sea of Japan , '' with a freedom of navigation operation aimed at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' Lt. Joe Keiley said in the statement , as per Stripes.com .
The Soviet Union in 1984 claimed the bay as its internal waters , drawing a 106-nautical-mile line from its adjacent coasts to enclose the water area .
Russia inherited the Soviet claim , which the U.S. Navy said is `` inconsistent with the rules of international law as reflected in the Law of the Sea Convention to enclose the waters of a bay . ''
`` By drawing this closing line , the USSR attempted to claim more internal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shore – than it is entitled to claim under international law , '' Keiley said .
The Russian Defense Ministry said that when the McCain crossed about 1.2 miles into the bay , its anti-submarine destroyer Admiral Vinogradov threatened the ship via an international communication channel that it would `` force ( the McCain ) out of the country ’ s territorial waters in a ramming maneuver '' if they did not leave , according to TASS .
`` After the warning was issued and the Admiral Vinogradov changed its course , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ international waters , '' the ministry said in a statement .
Keiley called Russia 's allegation `` false , '' adding that `` USS John S. McCain was not 'expelled ' from any nation 's territory . ''
Freedom-of-navigation operations are intended to refute territorial claims and demonstrate a right to open navigation , according to the U.S. Navy .
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Russia inherited the Soviet claim to the Peter the Great Bay, which the U.S. Navy said is "inconsistent with the rules of international law
The U.S. Navy on Tuesday sent another warship to challenge maritime claims in the Western Pacific, this time in an area claimed by Russia, according to a 7th Fleet spokesman.
The guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain, based at Yokosuka, "asserted navigational rights and freedoms in the vicinity of Peter the Great Bay in the Sea of Japan," with a freedom of navigation operation aimed at challenging Russia's "excessive maritime claims," Lt. Joe Keiley said in the statement, as per Stripes.com.
The Soviet Union in 1984 claimed the bay as its internal waters, drawing a 106-nautical-mile line from its adjacent coasts to enclose the water area.
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Russia inherited the Soviet claim, which the U.S. Navy said is "inconsistent with the rules of international law as reflected in the Law of the Sea Convention to enclose the waters of a bay."
"By drawing this closing line, the USSR attempted to claim more internal waters – and territorial sea farther from shore – than it is entitled to claim under international law," Keiley said.
"By conducting this operation, the United States demonstrated that these waters are not Russia's territorial sea and that the United States does not acquiesce in Russia's claim that Peter the Great is a 'historic bay' under international law,” said the lieutenant.
The Russian Defense Ministry said that when the McCain crossed about 1.2 miles into the bay, its anti-submarine destroyer Admiral Vinogradov threatened the ship via an international communication channel that it would "force (the McCain) out of the country’s territorial waters in a ramming maneuver" if they did not leave, according to TASS.
"After the warning was issued and the Admiral Vinogradov changed its course, the USS John S. McCain destroyer returned to international waters," the ministry said in a statement.
Keiley called Russia's allegation "false," adding that "USS John S. McCain was not 'expelled' from any nation's territory."
"The United States will never bow in intimidation or be coerced into accepting illegitimate maritime claims, such as those made by the Russian Federation," said the lieutenant.
Freedom-of-navigation operations are intended to refute territorial claims and demonstrate a right to open navigation, according to the U.S. Navy.
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unian--2020-11-25--Vinnytsia not to install Christmas Tree over coronavirus concerns

The mayor called `` alarming '' the situation with the coronavirus ascertainment rate , so festivities will move into an online domain .
The authorities in the City of Vinnytsia this year have decided to refrain from installing a Christmas Tree amid the spread of coronavirus .
Vinnytsia Mayor Serhiy Morhunov said there was a major discussion ongoing among residents about the Christmas Tree , while some even filed relevant petitions to the city council .
`` In our community , some believe there is no need to install a Christmas Tree in Vinnytsia this year , and to allocate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 .
Others , on the contrary , support the tradition , to have the city tree bring positive emotion for all in this difficult period , '' the mayor wrote on Facebook .
Morhunov called `` alarming '' the situation with the coronavirus ascertainment rate , therefore the format the New Year 's celebrations must be changed .
`` Therefore , there will be no Vinnytsia Christmas Tree installed in the Leontovycha Central Park this year , while festivities will move into an online domain .
But we will preserve the tradition @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and decorate the city center .
And we will definitely install a set with a nativity scene on Independence Square , as we did in previous years , '' he said .
Addressing the city residents , the mayor asked them to take photos in public settings , including festive locations , in compliance with social distancing other and anti-epidemic rules .
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The mayor called "alarming" the situation with the coronavirus ascertainment rate, so festivities will move into an online domain.
The authorities in the City of Vinnytsia this year have decided to refrain from installing a Christmas Tree amid the spread of coronavirus.
Vinnytsia Mayor Serhiy Morhunov said there was a major discussion ongoing among residents about the Christmas Tree, while some even filed relevant petitions to the city council.
"In our community, some believe there is no need to install a Christmas Tree in Vinnytsia this year, and to allocate the money saved for hospitals to tackle COVID-19. Others, on the contrary, support the tradition, to have the city tree bring positive emotion for all in this difficult period," the mayor wrote on Facebook.
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Morhunov called "alarming" the situation with the coronavirus ascertainment rate, therefore the format the New Year's celebrations must be changed.
"Therefore, there will be no Vinnytsia Christmas Tree installed in the Leontovycha Central Park this year, while festivities will move into an online domain. But we will preserve the tradition of festive illumination on our main streets and decorate the city center. And we will definitely install a set with a nativity scene on Independence Square, as we did in previous years," he said.
Addressing the city residents, the mayor asked them to take photos in public settings, including festive locations, in compliance with social distancing other and anti-epidemic rules.
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unian--2020-11-25--Official hryvnia almost unchanged against U.S. dollar on Nov 25

Official hryvnia almost unchanged against U.S. dollar on Nov 25 The official forex rate against the euro for Wednesday is @ @ @ @ @ euro .

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The official forex rate against the euro for Wednesday is fixed at UAH 33.68 per euro.
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unian--2020-11-25--Ukraine sees acceleration of reduction in capital investment in Q3

Ukraine sees acceleration of reduction in capital investment in Q3
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Capital investment in all the nine months totaled almost US$9.5 billion.
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unian--2020-11-25--Meddling in voting in Zakarpattia: Hungarian official refused entry into Ukraine

The ban is related to the `` particular citizen 's actions having signs of an offense . ''
Commissioner of the Government of Hungary for Cooperation between Hungary 's Szabolcs-Szatmar-Bereg County and Zakarpattia region , Mr. Istvan Grezsa on November 24 was refused entry into Ukraine due to the existing ban .
This was announced by Ukraine 's Foreign Ministry in a statement on its website on Tuesday .
`` A decision to ban foreign citizens from entering is made in line with the procedure that exists in Ukraine 's legal field .
One of the causes is the establishment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Ukrainian legislation .
In the case of Mr. Istvan Grezsa , there were facts of violations of the provisions of Ukraine 's Electoral Code recorded in public places , under which foreigners are not allowed to campaign for any of political forces in Ukraine that participates in the electoral process , '' the ministry 's press service said .
The Foreign Ministry stressed that the decision had nothing to do with interstate relations .
The ban on entry was related to the `` particular citizen 's actions having signs of an offense @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a decision to ban a foreigner from entering Ukraine is announced at a checkpoint at the state border of Ukraine .
Ukrainian legislation does not provide for the possibility to inform foreigners in advance about including them in the stoplist , '' the press service added .
The ministry also called on foreign citizens visiting Ukraine , regardless of their posts , to respect Ukrainian legislation .
• According to Civil Network OPORA observers , Hungarian officials campaigned for `` KMKSZ '' Ukrajnai Magyar Part ( the Party of Hungarians of Ukraine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ elections in the country .
• On October 26 , Ukraine 's Foreign Ministry handed a note of protest over to Ambassador of Hungary to Ukraine Istvan Ijgyarto over the Hungarian officials ' involvement in the electoral process in Zakarpattia .
• On October 27 , it became known that Kyiv had put two Hungarian officials on the stoplist .

The ban is related to the "particular citizen's actions having signs of an offense."
Commissioner of the Government of Hungary for Cooperation between Hungary's Szabolcs-Szatmar-Bereg County and Zakarpattia region, Mr. Istvan Grezsa on November 24 was refused entry into Ukraine due to the existing ban.
This was announced by Ukraine's Foreign Ministry in a statement on its website on Tuesday.
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"A decision to ban foreign citizens from entering is made in line with the procedure that exists in Ukraine's legal field. One of the causes is the establishment of facts of violations by a foreigner of Ukrainian legislation. In the case of Mr. Istvan Grezsa, there were facts of violations of the provisions of Ukraine's Electoral Code recorded in public places, under which foreigners are not allowed to campaign for any of political forces in Ukraine that participates in the electoral process," the ministry's press service said.
The Foreign Ministry stressed that the decision had nothing to do with interstate relations. The ban on entry was related to the "particular citizen's actions having signs of an offense."
"Under the established procedure, a decision to ban a foreigner from entering Ukraine is announced at a checkpoint at the state border of Ukraine. Ukrainian legislation does not provide for the possibility to inform foreigners in advance about including them in the stoplist," the press service added.
The ministry also called on foreign citizens visiting Ukraine, regardless of their posts, to respect Ukrainian legislation.
Hungarian interference in Ukraine's local elections


unian--2020-11-25--COVID-19: Over 13,800 new active cases reported as of Nov 25

The total number of confirmed cases has reached 635,689 .
Ukraine said 13,882 new active COVID-19 cases had been confirmed across the country in the past 24 hours as of November 25 , 2020 .
The total number of confirmed cases grew to 661,858 as of November 25 , 2020 , according to the interactive map compiled by the National Security and Defense Council .
As many as 307,778 patients , including 8,420 in the past day , have recovered .
The death toll has hit 11,492 with 229 fatalities recorded in the past day .
The government reported 342,588 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In total , there have been 746,702 reports on suspected COVID-19 since the beginning of 2020 .
`` In the past day , 13,882 people tested positive for the coronavirus , including 684 children and 615 healthcare workers .
Some 1,818 new patients were hospitalized , '' Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov wrote on Facebook on November 25 .
In total , 75,396 tests were conducted in the country in the past day .
In particular , there were 45,438 PCR ( polymerase chain reaction ) tests run , as well as 29,958 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
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The overall incidence per region is as follows : • 62,620 cases in the city of Kyiv ; Data from Russia-occupied areas – the Autonomous Republic of Crimea , the city of Sevastopol , parts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not available .
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The total number of confirmed cases has reached 635,689.
Ukraine said 13,882 new active COVID-19 cases had been confirmed across the country in the past 24 hours as of November 25, 2020.
The total number of confirmed cases grew to 661,858 as of November 25, 2020, according to the interactive map compiled by the National Security and Defense Council.
As many as 307,778 patients, including 8,420 in the past day, have recovered.
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The death toll has hit 11,492 with 229 fatalities recorded in the past day.
The government reported 342,588 active cases as of November 25. In total, there have been 746,702 reports on suspected COVID-19 since the beginning of 2020.
"In the past day, 13,882 people tested positive for the coronavirus, including 684 children and 615 healthcare workers. Some 1,818 new patients were hospitalized," Ukrainian Health Minister Maksym Stepanov wrote on Facebook on November 25.
In total, 75,396 tests were conducted in the country in the past day. In particular, there were 45,438 PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests run, as well as 29,958 ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) tests.
Read alsoUNICEF expert predicts peak of COVID-19 epidemic in UkraineThe highest number of new confirmed cases in the past 24 hours was registered in Dnipropetrovsk region (1,255), Zaporizhia region (1,086), the city of Kyiv (980), Odesa region (976), and Kyiv region (961).
The overall incidence per region is as follows:
62,620 cases in the city of Kyiv;
52,538 in Kharkiv region;
42,874 in Lviv region;
39,742 in Odesa region;
33,409 in Ivano-Frankivsk region;
33,262 in Kyiv region;
32,067 in Chernivtsi region;
31,861 in Dnipropetrovsk region;
28,860 in Rivne region;
27,368 in Zhytomyr region;
27,114 in Khmelnytsky region;
26,329 in Ternopil region;
26,328 in Zaporizhia region;
24,811 in Sumy region;
22,516 in Volyn region;
22,150 in Zakarpattia region;
20,868 in Donetsk region (Ukrainian-controlled districts);
19,679 in Poltava region;
19,826 in Cherkasy region;
16,229 in Mykolaiv region;
15,984 in Vinnytsia region;
15,932 in Chernihiv region;
9,141 in Kherson region;
5,793 in Luhansk region (Ukrainian-controlled districts); and
4,557 in Kirovohrad region.
Data from Russia-occupied areas – the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, the city of Sevastopol, parts of Donetsk and Luhansk regions – is not available.
COVID-19 in Ukraine: Latest


unian--2020-11-25--Donbas war update: Ukraine reports one KIA amid four ceasefire violations on Nov 24

The situation is under full control of the Ukrainian military , the Command assures .
The Command of Ukraine 's Armed Forces has reported one killed in action ( KIA ) amid four violations of the latest ceasefire agreement by Russia-controlled armed groups in the Donbas warzone on Tuesday , November 24 .
`` Four ceasefire violations by the Russian Federation 's armed formations and its mercenaries were recorded in the past day , November 24 , '' the press center of Ukraine 's Joint Forces Operation ( JFO ) Command wrote on Facebook in an update as of 07:00 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In particular , the enemy fired an under-barrel grenade launcher and rifles near the villages of Shumy and Pivdenne .
Also , the occupiers provoked Ukrainian defenders by opening automatic fire near the village of Vodiane .
Moreover , an enemy sniper was active outside Avdiyivka .
`` A soldier with the Joint Forces was wounded by an enemy sniper .
The seriously wounded Ukrainian soldier was rushed to a hospital , where military doctors were trying to save him .
Unfortunately , urgent resuscitation measures failed .
Our soldier died .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ sincere condolences to his family and friends , '' it said .
Read alsoRussia continues to supply weapons , fuel to occupied Donbas – intelligenceOSCE monitors were immediately informed through Ukrainian members of the Joint Center for Control and Coordination of the ceasefire in Donbas of the criminal actions by Russia 's armed groups and their mercenaries .
Since midnight , enemy forces have not attacked Ukrainian troops , the JFO HQ said .
The situation is under full control of the Ukrainian military , the report assures .
• Participants in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and the OSCE ) on the peace settlement in Donbas on July 22 agreed on a full and comprehensive ceasefire along the contact line from 00:01 on Monday , July 27 .
• On the very first day of the newly-agreed truce , Russia 's hybrid military forces mounted three attacks on Ukrainian positions in Donbas , eastern Ukraine .
Ukraine has reported more such violations over the latest period .

The situation is under full control of the Ukrainian military, the Command assures.
The Command of Ukraine's Armed Forces has reported one killed in action (KIA) amid four violations of the latest ceasefire agreement by Russia-controlled armed groups in the Donbas warzone on Tuesday, November 24.
"Four ceasefire violations by the Russian Federation's armed formations and its mercenaries were recorded in the past day, November 24," the press center of Ukraine's Joint Forces Operation (JFO) Command wrote on Facebook in an update as of 07:00 Kyiv time on November 25, 2020.
In particular, the enemy fired an under-barrel grenade launcher and rifles near the villages of Shumy and Pivdenne.
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Also, the occupiers provoked Ukrainian defenders by opening automatic fire near the village of Vodiane.
Moreover, an enemy sniper was active outside Avdiyivka.
"A soldier with the Joint Forces was wounded by an enemy sniper. The seriously wounded Ukrainian soldier was rushed to a hospital, where military doctors were trying to save him. Unfortunately, urgent resuscitation measures failed. Our soldier died. The Joint Forces' Command expresses its sincere condolences to his family and friends," it said.
Read alsoRussia continues to supply weapons, fuel to occupied Donbas – intelligenceOSCE monitors were immediately informed through Ukrainian members of the Joint Center for Control and Coordination of the ceasefire in Donbas of the criminal actions by Russia's armed groups and their mercenaries.
Since midnight, enemy forces have not attacked Ukrainian troops, the JFO HQ said.
The situation is under full control of the Ukrainian military, the report assures.
Donbas ceasefire: Background


unian--2020-11-25--U.S. policy to deter Russia may become more clear-cut amid Biden's presidency – expert

He says drastic changes in relations with Ukraine are unlikely .
A Ukrainian expert expects U.S. policy to deter Russia may become more clear-cut amid Joe Biden 's presidency .
`` We hope that deterring Russia will acquire more clear-cut , real forms , including the form of support for the Armed Forces of Ukraine .
Unlike [ Donald ] Trump , Biden is much deeper immersed in the Ukrainian context , he is aware of what is happening here , '' Director of International Center for Countering Russian Propaganda Yuriy Kochevenko told TV Channel Ukraine 24 .
In his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ itself , but the interests of Ukraine and the United States may coincide .
`` The U.S. is unlikely interested in strengthening Russian influence in Ukraine , in increasing Russia 's pressure on Ukraine .
Therefore , we have a chance that aid [ to Ukraine ] will be increased , and here the Democratic rhetoric throughout the Trump administration gives us such hopes .
But , again , one must be cautious about such expectations and not rely on them too much , '' he added .
• U.S. presidential elections took @ @ @ @ @ @ @ American media announced Joe Biden 's win in the U.S. presidential vote .
• In turn , the incumbent President of the United States , Donald Trump , refused to acknowledge his rival 's victory first .
• World leaders , however , were quick to congratulate Biden on his victory .
Among them was President Volodymyr Zelensky .
• On November 24 , the Trump Administration notified the Biden Administration of their readiness to transfer powers .
• President-elect Biden introduced his nominees for key foreign policy and national security roles .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on January 20 , 2021 .

He says drastic changes in relations with Ukraine are unlikely.
A Ukrainian expert expects U.S. policy to deter Russia may become more clear-cut amid Joe Biden's presidency.
"We hope that deterring Russia will acquire more clear-cut, real forms, including the form of support for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Unlike [Donald] Trump, Biden is much deeper immersed in the Ukrainian context, he is aware of what is happening here," Director of International Center for Countering Russian Propaganda Yuriy Kochevenko told TV Channel Ukraine 24.
"U.S. policy [towards Ukraine] is unlikely to undergo too drastic changes," he added.
In his words, only Ukraine could care of itself, but the interests of Ukraine and the United States may coincide.
"The U.S. is unlikely interested in strengthening Russian influence in Ukraine, in increasing Russia's pressure on Ukraine. Therefore, we have a chance that aid [to Ukraine] will be increased, and here the Democratic rhetoric throughout the Trump administration gives us such hopes. But, again, one must be cautious about such expectations and not rely on them too much," he added.
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unian--2020-11-25--Important changes in traffic rules come into force Nov 25

The new regulations concern drivers , passengers , cyclists , and pedestrians .
Ukraine has enforced amendments to traffic rules , explains Oleksiy Beloshytsky , First Deputy Chief of Patrol Police .
The official took to Facebook to deliver the news .
Changes for drivers and passengers From now on , drivers and passengers shall have their seatbelts within city limits , while driving instructors shall keep them on at all times .
Taxi drivers shall ensure that front and rear seat belts operate properly and remind passengers to use them .
Only drivers and passengers with disabilities , if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and passengers of emergency and enforcement vehicles are allowed not to buckle up within city limits .
Read alsoParliament could increase speeding finesIt is forbidden to change the size , shape , designation , color and placement of license plates , apply additional inscri [ tions to or cover them .
The plates shall be clean and sufficiently illuminated .
Cyclists are allowed to ride in the public transport lane .
Pedestrians shall wear reflective clothing at night and in conditions of poor visibility .
At night and in conditions of insufficient visibility @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a motorway or along a shoulder shall use reflective objects ( tape , sticker , vest , etc . )
or wear reflective clothing .
Ukrainian legislators could also consider obliging drivers to change winter/summer tires depending on season , while at the moment no such rule is in place .

The new regulations concern drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Ukraine has enforced amendments to traffic rules, explains Oleksiy Beloshytsky, First Deputy Chief of Patrol Police.
The official took to Facebook to deliver the news.
Changes for drivers and passengers
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From now on, drivers and passengers shall have their seatbelts within city limits, while driving instructors shall keep them on at all times.
Taxi drivers shall ensure that front and rear seat belts operate properly and remind passengers to use them.
Only drivers and passengers with disabilities, if physiologically impossible, as well as drivers and passengers of emergency and enforcement vehicles are allowed not to buckle up within city limits.
Read alsoParliament could increase speeding finesIt is forbidden to change the size, shape, designation, color and placement of license plates, apply additional inscri[tions to or cover them. The plates shall be clean and sufficiently illuminated.
Changes for cyclists
Cyclists are allowed to ride in the public transport lane.
Changes for pedestrians
Pedestrians shall wear reflective clothing at night and in conditions of poor visibility.
At night and in conditions of insufficient visibility, pedestrians moving along the side of a motorway or along a shoulder shall use reflective objects (tape, sticker, vest, etc.) or wear reflective clothing.
Ukrainian legislators could also consider obliging drivers to change winter/summer tires depending on season, while at the moment no such rule is in place.


unian--2020-11-25--Ukraine's security service detains ex-"LPR" sniper in Kharkiv

He participated in subversive operations against Ukrainian soldiers near the town of Zolote in Luhansk region .
A former sniper who was a member of an illegal armed formation controlled by the self-proclaimed `` Luhansk People 's Republic '' ( `` LPR '' ) and fought against Ukraine 's military in Donbas has been detained in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv .
This was announced by the press center of Ukraine 's SBU Security Service .
Read alsoUkrainian soldier wounded by Russian sniper near Avdiyivka dies of wounds Investigators established that the detainee is a resident of Kharkiv .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and was appointed as a `` commander of a company of the 6th separate motorized rifle Cossack regiment named after Matvei Platov [ a Russian general who commanded the Don Cossacks in the Napoleonic wars ] . ''
And then he was transferred to a reconnaissance company , underwent special sniper training , and became a scout sniper .
`` From August 2015 to July 2016 , he performed tasks along the contact line as part of sabotage groups .
The terrorist was also a member of sniper pairs to shoot at servicemen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the town of Zolote , '' the SBU said .
Later , he returned to Kharkiv , where he looked for temporary jobs , hiding from Ukrainian law enforcement agencies .
`` The terrorist was informed of suspicion of committing crimes under Part 2 of Article 110 and Part 2 of Article 260 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine , which hold liable for encroachment on the territorial integrity and inviolability of Ukraine and participation in illegal armed formations , '' the SBU said .
• Fear and torture : Story of most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reintegration of occupied Donbas into Ukraine may take 25 years – minister

He participated in subversive operations against Ukrainian soldiers near the town of Zolote in Luhansk region.
A former sniper who was a member of an illegal armed formation controlled by the self-proclaimed "Luhansk People's Republic" ("LPR") and fought against Ukraine's military in Donbas has been detained in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv.
This was announced by the press center of Ukraine's SBU Security Service.
Read alsoUkrainian soldier wounded by Russian sniper near Avdiyivka dies of wounds
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Investigators established that the detainee is a resident of Kharkiv. In 2015, he joined illegal armed formations and was appointed as a "commander of a company of the 6th separate motorized rifle Cossack regiment named after Matvei Platov [a Russian general who commanded the Don Cossacks in the Napoleonic wars]." And then he was transferred to a reconnaissance company, underwent special sniper training, and became a scout sniper.
"From August 2015 to July 2016, he performed tasks along the contact line as part of sabotage groups. The terrorist was also a member of sniper pairs to shoot at servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near the town of Zolote," the SBU said.
Later, he returned to Kharkiv, where he looked for temporary jobs, hiding from Ukrainian law enforcement agencies.
"The terrorist was informed of suspicion of committing crimes under Part 2 of Article 110 and Part 2 of Article 260 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which hold liable for encroachment on the territorial integrity and inviolability of Ukraine and participation in illegal armed formations," the SBU said.
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unian--2020-11-24--U.S. slaps sanctions on three Russia companies under Iran, North Korea, Syria Nonproliferation Act

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unian--2020-11-24--Biden discuses Ukraine issue with EU leaders

The president-elect also underscored his commitment to strengthening democracy at home and abroad .
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden has discussed the issue of Ukraine with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and President of the European Council Charles Michel .
According to the Biden-Harris transition team , the president-elect on November 23 held separate telephone conversations with foreign leaders , during which he thanked for congratulations on winning the presidential election .
Read alsoMinister Kuleba confirms nomination of Markarova as new U.S. ambassador He expressed his belief that a strong European Union is in the United States @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deepen and revitalize the U.S.-EU relationship .
He also conveyed his hope that the United States and the European Union could work to harness their shared values and the world ’ s largest trade and investment relationship to cooperate on common challenges , including containing COVID-19 and building global health security , tackling the threat of climate change , and strengthening democracy .
In a call with Charles Michel , the `` president-elect also underscored his commitment to strengthening democracy at home and abroad , engaging multilaterally , and cooperating on common challenges @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and the Western Balkans . ''
• U.S. presidential elections took place on November 3 .
• Leading American media announced Joe Biden 's win in the U.S. presidential vote .
• In turn , the incumbent President of the United States , Donald Trump , refused to acknowledge his rival 's victory .
He stressed that the final results of the elections are announced after the counting of legal votes , rather than after media reports .
• World leaders , however , were quick to congratulate Biden on his victory @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Volodymyr Zelensky .
• On November 24 , the Trump Administration notified the Biden Administration of their readiness to transfer powers .
• President-elect Biden introduced his nominees for key foreign policy and national security roles .

The president-elect also underscored his commitment to strengthening democracy at home and abroad.
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden has discussed the issue of Ukraine with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and President of the European Council Charles Michel.
According to the Biden-Harris transition team, the president-elect on November 23 held separate telephone conversations with foreign leaders, during which he thanked for congratulations on winning the presidential election.
Read alsoMinister Kuleba confirms nomination of Markarova as new U.S. ambassador
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"The president-elect also highlighted the importance of U.S.-EU cooperation on issues of mutual concern, including Iran, Belarus, Ukraine and the Western Balkans," according to the readout of President-elect Biden's calls with foreign leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen.
He expressed his belief that a strong European Union is in the United States’ interest and underscored his commitment to deepen and revitalize the U.S.-EU relationship. He also conveyed his hope that the United States and the European Union could work to harness their shared values and the world’s largest trade and investment relationship to cooperate on common challenges, including containing COVID-19 and building global health security, tackling the threat of climate change, and strengthening democracy.
In a call with Charles Michel, the "president-elect also underscored his commitment to strengthening democracy at home and abroad, engaging multilaterally, and cooperating on common challenges such as Iran, Belarus, Ukraine, and the Western Balkans."
Biden's victory in U.S. elections


unian--2020-11-24--Ukrainian soldier wounded by Russian sniper near Avdiyivka dies of wounds

Two violations of the peace agreements were recorded from 00:00 to 17:00 Kyiv time on November 24 .
The Ukrainian soldier wounded by a Russian sniper outside the town of Avdiyivka in Donbas , eastern Ukraine , has died of wounds .
`` Two violations of the agreements which entered into force on July 27 in accordance with the decision of the Trilateral Contact Group were recorded on November 24 , '' the press center of the Joint Forces Operation ( JFO ) Headquarters said on Facebook in an evening update as of 17:00 Kyiv time on November 24 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ rifles near the village of Shumy in the Pivnich ( North ) sector and an enemy sniper opened fire near Avdiyivka .
`` A member of the Joint Forces was wounded by the enemy sniper .
The seriously wounded Ukrainian soldier was rushed to a hospital , where military doctors were trying to save him .
Unfortunately , the urgent resuscitation measures failed .
The soldier died .
The Joint Forces ' Command expresses its sincere condolences to [ his ] family and friends , '' it said .
OSCE representatives were immediately @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Center for Control and Coordination of the ceasefire in Donbas about the criminal actions by armed formations of the Russian Federation and its mercenaries .
Soldier 's death in Donbas : What is known • Russia-led occupation forces violated the ceasefire agreement at about noon on November 24 .
• A member of the Armed Forces of Ukraine received a gunshot wound near Avdiyivka .
• The Joint Forces did not return fire because of the evacuation of the wounded .

Two violations of the peace agreements were recorded from 00:00 to 17:00 Kyiv time on November 24.
The Ukrainian soldier wounded by a Russian sniper outside the town of Avdiyivka in Donbas, eastern Ukraine, has died of wounds.
"Two violations of the agreements which entered into force on July 27 in accordance with the decision of the Trilateral Contact Group were recorded on November 24," the press center of the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) Headquarters said on Facebook in an evening update as of 17:00 Kyiv time on November 24.
Read alsoRussia continues to supply weapons, fuel to occupied Donbas – intelligence
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Russia-led troops used a grenade launcher and rifles near the village of Shumy in the Pivnich (North) sector and an enemy sniper opened fire near Avdiyivka.
"A member of the Joint Forces was wounded by the enemy sniper. The seriously wounded Ukrainian soldier was rushed to a hospital, where military doctors were trying to save him. Unfortunately, the urgent resuscitation measures failed. The soldier died. The Joint Forces' Command expresses its sincere condolences to [his] family and friends," it said.
OSCE representatives were immediately informed through Ukrainian members of the Joint Center for Control and Coordination of the ceasefire in Donbas about the criminal actions by armed formations of the Russian Federation and its mercenaries.
Soldier's death in Donbas: What is known


unian--2020-11-24--Government again postpones pay rise for Ukrainian educators

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unian--2020-11-24--Weekend quarantine: Zelensky announces promised bailout for businesses

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unian--2020-11-24--CEO of Ukraine's Pivdenne space giant dies of COVID-19

He had gone all the way to the company top , starting off in 1975 as an ordinary engineer .
CEO of Ukraine 's Pivdenne ( Yuzhnoe ) Design Bureau Oleksandr Degtyarev has died of complications caused by the novel coronavirus .
That is according to the press service of the Ukrainian President 's Office .
`` Today , the ominous COVID-19 took away another Ukrainian , Oleksandr Degtyarev , CEO of Pivdenne Design Bureau .
He was one of those whose lives maintained for us a big dream of Ukraine that can , wants , and will be on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ especially sharply when we lose those who were able to break stereotypes and expand horizons , '' the press service said on Telegram on November 24 .
Read alsoAntares launcher with stage 1 designed , built in Ukraine lifts Cygnus spacecraft to ISSDegtyarev had held the position of CEO for the past two years , since 2018 .
He worked as a general designer and CEO from 2010 to 2016 .
Degtyarev was born in Russia 's Kirov region and got a degree in `` aircraft engines '' from the Leningrad Mechanical Institute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Economics of Dnipropetrovsk National University , as well as interned in aerospace companies in the United States and France .
He began his career as an engineer at the Pivdenne Design Bureau back in 1975 .
The company develops combat missile systems , as well as rocket and space systems .
It is the key enterprise of Ukraine 's space industry , performing the full cycle of creation and operation of rocket and space equipment .
Among its known developments : Cyclone , Zenit , Mayak , Antares space launchers ; combat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , R-36M ; and Sich-1 , MS-1-TK , Okean-A spacecraft .

He had gone all the way to the company top, starting off in 1975 as an ordinary engineer.
CEO of Ukraine's Pivdenne (Yuzhnoe) Design Bureau Oleksandr Degtyarev has died of complications caused by the novel coronavirus.
That is according to the press service of the Ukrainian President's Office.
"Today, the ominous COVID-19 took away another Ukrainian, Oleksandr Degtyarev, CEO of Pivdenne Design Bureau. He was one of those whose lives maintained for us a big dream of Ukraine that can, wants, and will be on top. Unfortunately, we realize this especially sharply when we lose those who were able to break stereotypes and expand horizons," the press service said on Telegram on November 24.
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Read alsoAntares launcher with stage 1 designed, built in Ukraine lifts Cygnus spacecraft to ISSDegtyarev had held the position of CEO for the past two years, since 2018. He worked as a general designer and CEO from 2010 to 2016.
Degtyarev was born in Russia's Kirov region and got a degree in "aircraft engines" from the Leningrad Mechanical Institute. He also graduated from the Faculty of Economics of Dnipropetrovsk National University, as well as interned in aerospace companies in the United States and France.
He began his career as an engineer at the Pivdenne Design Bureau back in 1975.
Pivdenne Design Bureau
The company develops combat missile systems, as well as rocket and space systems. It is the key enterprise of Ukraine's space industry, performing the full cycle of creation and operation of rocket and space equipment.
Among its known developments: Cyclone, Zenit, Mayak, Antares space launchers; combat missile systems R-12, RT-20P, UR-100, R-36M; and Sich-1, MS-1-TK, Okean-A spacecraft.


unian--2020-11-26--New economic strategy for eastern Ukraine to be tabled to parliament in spring 2021 – minister's adv

The strategy is focused on creating comfortable conditions for the population and increasing the number of jobs .
Ukraine is developing a new economic strategy for the country 's east , which is set to be submitted to the Verkhovna Rada , Ukraine 's parliament , in the spring of 2021 , said Andriy Miroshnichenko , an advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Reintegration of Temporarily Occupied Territories .
Speaking during the conference of the National Platform `` Dialogue on Peace and Safe Reintegration , '' he said the strategy would mainly focus on the development of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that are now under control of the Ukrainian government .
According to the National Platform , the strategy is focused on creating comfortable conditions for the population and increasing the number of jobs .
Local communities are expected to become the backbone of economic growth .
The logic of the strategy is to create an attractive business environment that , through paying taxes , will ensure the sustainable development of communities .
Read alsoWorld Bank to allocate US $ 100 mln to restore economy of Ukraine-controlled areas of DonbasDuring his address , Miroshnichenko @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the ground , as well as the need for the state to take responsibility for basic infrastructure and the environment , had been taken into account when drafting the concept of economic development of Donetsk and Luhansk regions .
`` It was from these approaches that we proceeded in working on the concept of economic development of Donetsk and Luhansk regions .
The country must create conditions for businesses , while businesses must pay taxes , and taxes will form the budgets of communities , and communities will take upon themselves the work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' the advisor said .
First Deputy Minister for Reintegration of the Temporary Occupied Territories Rostyslav Zamlynskyi , who was present at the conference , said that security and transparent rules for doing business should be in the first place .
`` The state should also invest in the development of entrepreneurship .
Donetsk and Luhansk regions are the former industrial region .
There is already infrastructure there , but the government must also invest in infrastructure development and road facilities , '' he said .
Earlier , Deputy Prime Minister and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Oleksiy Reznikov said the complete safe reintegration of the occupied regions of Donbas in Ukraine , including the completion of mine clearance , would take at least 25 years .

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unian--2020-11-26--Ukraine, Turkey setting up joint venture to produce strike drones

As part of the deal , Ukraine wo n't be exporting the new UAVs to countries already buying drones from Turkey .
Ukraine is forming a joint venture company with Turkey to domestically produce as many as 48 Bayraktar TB2 combat drones , according to Ukrspetsexport , a state-owned Ukrainian defense manufacturer .
Bayraktar TB2 is manufactured by Turkey ’ s Baykar Makina , a manufacturer of unmanned aerial systems ( UAS ) and artificial intelligence systems , Defense Post recalls .
In 2019 , Ukrspetsexport and Baykar Makina established Black Sea Shield to develop UAS , engine technologies , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brand new Sokil-300 recon strike drone ( Photo ) Ukrspetsexport CEO Vadym Nozdria in an interview with LB.ua said a company similar to Black Sea Shield is now being formed to deal with UAV production in Ukraine .
Ihorovych further explained the joint venture 's current focus is to manufacture the Skif anti-tank guided missile .
He added that Turkey has already placed an order for the missiles .
On the possibility of UAV exports to third countries , Nozdria said the two companies have agreed to let Ukraine export them to any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which Turkey is already exporting its drones , Azerbaijan among them .
Read alsoZelensky vows not to reduce Ukrainian army budget in 2021Bayraktar TB2 drones have recently been in the news for reportedly playing an important role in the Nagorno Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan .
The drones manufactured in Ukraine will be a bit different from the ones produced in Turkey , Nozdria said .

As part of the deal, Ukraine won't be exporting the new UAVs to countries already buying drones from Turkey.
Ukraine is forming a joint venture company with Turkey to domestically produce as many as 48 Bayraktar TB2 combat drones, according to Ukrspetsexport, a state-owned Ukrainian defense manufacturer.
Bayraktar TB2 is manufactured by Turkey’s Baykar Makina, a manufacturer of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and artificial intelligence systems, Defense Post recalls.
In 2019, Ukrspetsexport and Baykar Makina established Black Sea Shield to develop UAS, engine technologies, and guided munitions.
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Read alsoUkraine unveils brand new Sokil-300 recon strike drone (Photo)Ukrspetsexport CEO Vadym Nozdria in an interview with LB.ua said a company similar to Black Sea Shield is now being formed to deal with UAV production in Ukraine.
"We are interested in the development of production of Bayraktar TB2 strike drones, as the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine … plans to purchase six to 12 such strike complexes in the near future," Nozdria said.
Ihorovych further explained the joint venture's current focus is to manufacture the Skif anti-tank guided missile.
He added that Turkey has already placed an order for the missiles.
On the possibility of UAV exports to third countries, Nozdria said the two companies have agreed to let Ukraine export them to any buyer, barring sales to countries to which Turkey is already exporting its drones, Azerbaijan among them.
Read alsoZelensky vows not to reduce Ukrainian army budget in 2021Bayraktar TB2 drones have recently been in the news for reportedly playing an important role in the Nagorno Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
The drones manufactured in Ukraine will be a bit different from the ones produced in Turkey, Nozdria said.


unian--2020-11-26--Belarus drafts sanctions against Ukrainian officials

Relations between the two countries have soured after Ukraine supported the protest movement in Belarus .
Belarus has drafted a `` black '' list of Ukrainian officials who may be sanctioned .
`` You know , Ukraine 's joining the EU sanctions against Belarus is another , in our opinion , example of Ukraine 's decisions lacking independence , which demonstrates the inconsistency of our southern neighbor 's policy , '' Belarusian Foreign Minister Vladimir Makei said at a joint briefing with his Russia counterpart Sergey Lavrov .
Read alsoUkraine not to slap sanctions on Lukashenko – mediaAccording to Makei @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mockery of common sense . ''
This way , the Belarusian foreign minister claimed , Kyiv seeks to portray itself as a model of democracy , but for Belarusians Ukraine does not set a standard of human rights .
`` They talk about a pause in relations and at the same time join sanctions against Belarus .
This is unacceptable .
We will take appropriate measures .
At the first stage , we have also prepared a sanctions list against a number of Ukrainian officials .
We will see how events unfold , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the countries have soured after Ukraine officially supported the protest movement in Belarus .
Since then , Kyiv has sided with the EU on condemning violence by the Lukashenko regime , and supported sanctions against 40 Belarusian citizens involved in the killings and dispersal of protesters .
At the same time , Kyiv is in no hurry to support the opposition of Belarus , which , according to the Foreign Ministry , adheres to pro-Russian views , since the representatives of this wing fail to recognize the occupation of Crimea and Russia 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ August 9 , presidential elections were held in Belarus .
The country 's Central Election Commission said 80.1 % of the voters supported incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko , 10.1 % voted for his closest rival Svetlana Tikhanovskaya .
Thousands have taken to the streets to protest what many believe was a rigged vote count .
Riot police violently crack down on protesters , detain activists , and open politically motivated cases against dissenters .
The European Union has not recognized election results and imposed sanctions against Belarusian officials over vote rigging and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ September 23 , Lukashenko was sworn in a ceremony behind closed doors in Minsk .
On November 6 , the European Union imposed sanctions against Alexander Lukashenko and 14 Belarusian officials .
As indicated on the website of the European Council , in general , sanctions were imposed against 59 people from Belarus .

Relations between the two countries have soured after Ukraine supported the protest movement in Belarus.
Belarus has drafted a "black" list of Ukrainian officials who may be sanctioned.
"You know, Ukraine's joining the EU sanctions against Belarus is another, in our opinion, example of Ukraine's decisions lacking independence, which demonstrates the inconsistency of our southern neighbor's policy," Belarusian Foreign Minister Vladimir Makei said at a joint briefing with his Russia counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
Read alsoUkraine not to slap sanctions on Lukashenko – mediaAccording to Makei, he regards this as "a mockery of common sense."
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This way, the Belarusian foreign minister claimed, Kyiv seeks to portray itself as a model of democracy, but for Belarusians Ukraine does not set a standard of human rights.
"They talk about a pause in relations and at the same time join sanctions against Belarus. This is unacceptable. We will take appropriate measures. At the first stage, we have also prepared a sanctions list against a number of Ukrainian officials. We will see how events unfold," the diplomat said.
Relations between the countries have soured after Ukraine officially supported the protest movement in Belarus. Since then, Kyiv has sided with the EU on condemning violence by the Lukashenko regime, and supported sanctions against 40 Belarusian citizens involved in the killings and dispersal of protesters.
At the same time, Kyiv is in no hurry to support the opposition of Belarus, which, according to the Foreign Ministry, adheres to pro-Russian views, since the representatives of this wing fail to recognize the occupation of Crimea and Russia's aggression against Ukraine in Donbas.
Protests in Belarus: Key events
On August 9, presidential elections were held in Belarus. The country's Central Election Commission said 80.1% of the voters supported incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko, 10.1% voted for his closest rival Svetlana Tikhanovskaya.
Thousands have taken to the streets to protest what many believe was a rigged vote count. Riot police violently crack down on protesters, detain activists, and open politically motivated cases against dissenters.
The European Union has not recognized election results and imposed sanctions against Belarusian officials over vote rigging and the use of violence against protesters.
On September 23, Lukashenko was sworn in a ceremony behind closed doors in Minsk.
On November 6, the European Union imposed sanctions against Alexander Lukashenko and 14 Belarusian officials. As indicated on the website of the European Council, in general, sanctions were imposed against 59 people from Belarus.


unian--2020-11-26--Interior minister backs introduction of lockdown over COVID-19 spread

Avakov says a lockdown should be introduced as soon as possible .
Ukrainian Interior Minister Arsen Avakov has supported the idea to introduce full lockdown across Ukraine to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) .
`` My personal view is that we need to introduce a lockdown as soon as possible , for three to four weeks .
There is no need to hide this behind political slogans or some convenient wording because we are talking about really systemic , huge risks to our people 's health , '' he told Ukraine 24 TV channel .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ be introduced as soon as the authorities are ready to formulate the details and mechanisms of compensation for people who will suffer from the quarantine .
The minister hopes this will happen in the coming days .
Read alsoFull lockdown in Ukraine possible from Dec 20 – media '' Therefore , I 'm radical here , and I 've always been like this : we need to introduce this lockdown immediately , '' he said .
On November 11 , the Cabinet decided to introduce weekend quarantine in the country from November 14 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 00:00 Saturday to 00:00 Monday .
In particular , on weekends , along with restrictions provided for on weekdays , bans have been imposed on cafes and restaurants ( except takeaway ) , shopping malls and entertainment facilities , fitness centers , and the like .
Grocery stores , pharmacies , veterinary pharmacies , post offices , medical facilities , and gas stations shall remain open .
Minister of Culture and Information Policy Oleksandr Tkachenko proposes a two-week lockdown for the period of the New Year holidays and a ban on mass Christmas @ @ @ @ @

Avakov says a lockdown should be introduced as soon as possible.
Ukrainian Interior Minister Arsen Avakov has supported the idea to introduce full lockdown across Ukraine to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
"My personal view is that we need to introduce a lockdown as soon as possible, for three to four weeks. There is no need to hide this behind political slogans or some convenient wording because we are talking about really systemic, huge risks to our people's health," he told Ukraine 24 TV channel.
According to Avakov, the lockdown should be introduced as soon as the authorities are ready to formulate the details and mechanisms of compensation for people who will suffer from the quarantine. The minister hopes this will happen in the coming days.
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Read alsoFull lockdown in Ukraine possible from Dec 20 – media"Therefore, I'm radical here, and I've always been like this: we need to introduce this lockdown immediately," he said.
Weekend quarantine
On November 11, the Cabinet decided to introduce weekend quarantine in the country from November 14 to 30. It is enforced from 00:00 Saturday to 00:00 Monday.
In particular, on weekends, along with restrictions provided for on weekdays, bans have been imposed on cafes and restaurants (except takeaway), shopping malls and entertainment facilities, fitness centers, and the like. Grocery stores, pharmacies, veterinary pharmacies, post offices, medical facilities, and gas stations shall remain open.
Minister of Culture and Information Policy Oleksandr Tkachenko proposes a two-week lockdown for the period of the New Year holidays and a ban on mass Christmas and New Year events.


unian--2020-11-26--UN warns of threat to Carpathians over climate change, illegal deforestation

The old-growth forests of the Carpathians and their unique biodiversity are disappearing at alarming rates .
The United Nations says the Carpathian region is in real danger over climate change and illegal deforestation .
`` The heightened cooperation will be essential as we seek to address growing threats to the Carpathians .
Make no mistake : the Carpathian region is in real and immediate danger , '' Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme Inger Andersen said on November 25 , 2020 .
A 2017 report from UNEP , WWF and Eurac Research was unequivocal about the threats , particularly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The old-growth forests of the Carpathians and their unique biodiversity are disappearing at alarming rates as timber is being illegally cut and transported across and beyond the borders of mountain range States .
This has many consequences , '' Andersen said .
She reiterated Ukraine had seen several devastating floods over the last years .
`` Villages and roads submerged .
Bridges brought down .
People killed .
These are , in part , linked to climate change .
But illegal logging – taking place under the cover of the difficulties Ukraine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of forests that soak up excess water and provide a buffer against flooding . ''
Read alsoSome coastal areas may be flooded over climate changes , expert saysMeanwhile , over the past 20 years , illegal logging has cost Romania over five billion euros .
`` The report I mentioned , found that , in 2016 alone , around 187,000 cubic meters of timber were illegally cut in Romania… We need to step up to first stop , then reverse , the damage being done to these essential ecosystems , '' the official @ @

The old-growth forests of the Carpathians and their unique biodiversity are disappearing at alarming rates.
The United Nations says the Carpathian region is in real danger over climate change and illegal deforestation.
"The heightened cooperation will be essential as we seek to address growing threats to the Carpathians. Make no mistake: the Carpathian region is in real and immediate danger," Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme Inger Andersen said on November 25, 2020.
A 2017 report from UNEP, WWF and Eurac Research was unequivocal about the threats, particularly from illegal deforestation, she said.
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"The old-growth forests of the Carpathians and their unique biodiversity are disappearing at alarming rates as timber is being illegally cut and transported across and beyond the borders of mountain range States. This has many consequences," Andersen said.
She reiterated Ukraine had seen several devastating floods over the last years.
"Villages and roads submerged. Bridges brought down. People killed. These are, in part, linked to climate change. But illegal logging – taking place under the cover of the difficulties Ukraine has suffered – has removed large chunks of forests that soak up excess water and provide a buffer against flooding."
Read alsoSome coastal areas may be flooded over climate changes, expert saysMeanwhile, over the past 20 years, illegal logging has cost Romania over five billion euros.
"The report I mentioned, found that, in 2016 alone, around 187,000 cubic meters of timber were illegally cut in Romania… We need to step up to first stop, then reverse, the damage being done to these essential ecosystems," the official noted.


unian--2020-11-26--Energy ministry plans to raise electricity tariff for households

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unian--2020-11-26--Inglorious end of Nord Stream 2 would herald string of defeats for Putin's Russia

Joe Biden , who is set to take up the top post in the United States , now has the opportunity to knock his Russian counterpart , Vladimir Putin , on the ground in the very first days of his time in office .
To this end , he won ’ t need a tatami ring against Russia 's `` most famous judoka . ''
All he has to do is to sign off the National Defense Appropriations Act 2021 early next year , which , among other things , lays down new sanctions against insurance and certification companies who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project aimed to deliver gas from Russia to Germany via the Baltic Sea .
As the German newspaper Bild notes , Biden is determined to go for it in order to deliver a deadly blow to Russia 's politicized energy project , which has already cost Moscow tens of billions of dollars .
It should be noted that Russia had initially planned to complete Nord Stream 2 at the end of 2019 .
However , for twelve months already , no works have been carried out on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from being completed .
This was facilitated by the U.S. sanctions introduced in December 2019 against pipe-laying vessels involved in the project .
Ukraine also played an important role to this end , as its representatives had been tirelessly convincing congressmen in Washington of the need to step up measures to stop the construction of the notorious pipe .
However , the risk remains that construction resumes and ultimately completes .
To prevent this from happening , the United States intends to expand and strengthen sanctions .
In Washington , there is bipartisan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Biden seems to also be all in on the issue .
For Ukraine , Nord Stream 2 is an existential challenge , another front on which Kyiv confronts Putin 's Russia , which has long been seeking to get the neighboring country back in own sphere of influence .
If this pipeline is completed , gas transit from Russia to the EU via Ukraine will stop .
This will lead to Ukraine losing several billion dollars in annual revenues and the country 's significant place on Europe 's energy map .
What 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sincere will , which no one doubts , to help its European ally opposing Russia 's aggression ?
First , the very idea that Germany and Russia would merge into an energy alliance has for many years been bugging decision makers across the Atlantic .
Indeed , if the project were implemented , Germany would be able to practically monopolize most of the Russian gas on the European continent , which will strengthen Germany 's dominance over other European countries .
In turn , Vladimir Putin , having hooked Germany on this gas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ increase his influence on the policy of this country – the largest EU economy .
The project 's implementation would strengthen Russia 's position in the EU gas market , which directly contradicts the U.S. interests .
For several years , Washington has been trying to gain a significant share in this market by increasing LNG supplies , not least by squeezing Russia out of this market .
Therefore , consistent U.S. action to counter Nord Stream 2 looks logical and will most likely bring the project to a full halt .
At @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is not the only force that could in the near future remove Russia from Europe 's energy map or , at least , significantly curb its influence on the continent .
Coronacrisis , which led to a record drop in natural gas prices in Europe and a significant decline in demand , also plays against Russia .
In the first nine months of 2020 , the Russian gas monopoly Gazprom reported a loss of RUB 592 billion ( $ 7.6 billion ) , while for the same period last year the company 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If quarantine restrictions caused by the pandemic drag on , no recovery should be expected in demand in the coming years , which means that the Kremlin 's `` gas baton '' Gazprom will face troubled times , as will Russia , which is significantly dependent on revenues from exports of raw materials .
Time is not on Russia 's side either .
Europe is switching to renewable energy sources , investing billions in developing hydrogen technology , which in the future will lead to the complete abandonment of fossil fuels .
Russia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not to notice where the developed economies were heading , and ignoring renewables , risks being left on the sidelines of history and in to soon say goodbye to the self-proclaimed status of `` energy superpower . ''
The colossus that Putin has been building for years , blackmailing and corrupting European countries , is about to fall .
His feet of clay have already started cracking : Nord Stream 2 will most likely forever remain a rusty monument to human insidiousness and stupidity at the bottom of the Baltic Sea , while @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Russian natural gas in Europe will never materialize .
Ukraine , for its part , can also contribute to the collapse of this Colossus .
Ukraine 's success lies with the defeat of Putin 's Russia .
It must pursue its market reforms , integrate into European projects on implementing ambitious plans for the development of renewables and other environmentally friendly energy sources , as well as enhance cooperation with neighboring countries and the United States , gradually transforming one of Eastern Europe 's regions into one of the major energy markets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not to stop on its path .
In such a rapidly changing and unpredictable world , stagnation is tantamount to death , even for countries whose regional dominance once seemed unshakable .

Joe Biden, who is set to take up the top post in the United States, now has the opportunity to knock his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on the ground in the very first days of his time in office.
To this end, he won’t need a tatami ring against Russia's "most famous judoka." All he has to do is to sign off the National Defense Appropriations Act 2021 early next year, which, among other things, lays down new sanctions against insurance and certification companies who dare take part in the implementation of the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project aimed to deliver gas from Russia to Germany via the Baltic Sea.
As the German newspaper Bild notes, Biden is determined to go for it in order to deliver a deadly blow to Russia's politicized energy project, which has already cost Moscow tens of billions of dollars.
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It should be noted that Russia had initially planned to complete Nord Stream 2 at the end of 2019. However, for twelve months already, no works have been carried out on the pipe that's just miles short from being completed.
This was facilitated by the U.S. sanctions introduced in December 2019 against pipe-laying vessels involved in the project. Ukraine also played an important role to this end, as its representatives had been tirelessly convincing congressmen in Washington of the need to step up measures to stop the construction of the notorious pipe.
However, the risk remains that construction resumes and ultimately completes. To prevent this from happening, the United States intends to expand and strengthen sanctions. In Washington, there is bipartisan agreement on upping restrictions, while Joe Biden seems to also be all in on the issue.
For Ukraine, Nord Stream 2 is an existential challenge, another front on which Kyiv confronts Putin's Russia
For Ukraine, Nord Stream 2 is an existential challenge, another front on which Kyiv confronts Putin's Russia, which has long been seeking to get the neighboring country back in own sphere of influence. If this pipeline is completed, gas transit from Russia to the EU via Ukraine will stop.
This will lead to Ukraine losing several billion dollars in annual revenues and the country's significant place on Europe's energy map.
What's the U.S. interest here – besides their sincere will, which no one doubts, to help its European ally opposing Russia's aggression?
First, the very idea that Germany and Russia would merge into an energy alliance has for many years been bugging decision makers across the Atlantic.
Indeed, if the project were implemented, Germany would be able to practically monopolize most of the Russian gas on the European continent, which will strengthen Germany's dominance over other European countries.
In turn, Vladimir Putin, having hooked Germany on this gas needle, will have the opportunity to increase his influence on the policy of this country – the largest EU economy.
The project's implementation would strengthen Russia's position in the EU gas market, which directly contradicts the U.S. interests. For several years, Washington has been trying to gain a significant share in this market by increasing LNG supplies, not least by squeezing Russia out of this market.
Therefore, consistent U.S. action to counter Nord Stream 2 looks logical and will most likely bring the project to a full halt.
At the same time, the United States is not the only force that could in the near future remove Russia from Europe's energy map or, at least, significantly curb its influence on the continent.
Coronacrisis, which led to a record drop in natural gas prices in Europe and a significant decline in demand, also plays against Russia. In the first nine months of 2020, the Russian gas monopoly Gazprom reported a loss of RUB 592 billion ($7.6 billion), while for the same period last year the company's profit amounted to RUB 434.9 billion.
If quarantine restrictions caused by the pandemic drag on, no recovery should be expected in demand in the coming years, which means that the Kremlin's "gas baton" Gazprom will face troubled times, as will Russia, which is significantly dependent on revenues from exports of raw materials.
Time is not on Russia's side either. Europe is switching to renewable energy sources, investing billions in developing hydrogen technology, which in the future will lead to the complete abandonment of fossil fuels.
Russia, which has for years been trying not to notice where the developed economies were heading, and ignoring renewables, risks being left on the sidelines of history and in to soon say goodbye to the self-proclaimed status of "energy superpower."
Nord Stream 2 will most likely forever remain a rusty monument to human insidiousness and stupidity at the bottom of the Baltic Sea
The colossus that Putin has been building for years, blackmailing and corrupting European countries, is about to fall. His feet of clay have already started cracking: Nord Stream 2 will most likely forever remain a rusty monument to human insidiousness and stupidity at the bottom of the Baltic Sea, while the Kremlin's dreams of higher demand for Russian natural gas in Europe will never materialize.
Ukraine, for its part, can also contribute to the collapse of this Colossus. Ukraine's success lies with the defeat of Putin's Russia. It must pursue its market reforms, integrate into European projects on implementing ambitious plans for the development of renewables and other environmentally friendly energy sources, as well as enhance cooperation with neighboring countries and the United States, gradually transforming one of Eastern Europe's regions into one of the major energy markets.
The main thing is for Ukraine not to stop on its path. In such a rapidly changing and unpredictable world, stagnation is tantamount to death, even for countries whose regional dominance once seemed unshakable.
Ihor Orel


unian--2020-11-26--Naftogaz reports billions in losses over low gas prices

For the nine months , gas production was 10.7 bcm and 12 bcm of gas was sold .
NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine has said for the nine months its reported loss was UAH 17 billion ( US $ 599 million ) , compared with a profit of UAH 12.9 billion ( US $ 454.5 million ) for the same period in 2019 , excluding discontinued operations , reflecting lower demand and gas prices .
`` Reported loss for the quarter was UAH 5.5 billion ( US $ 193.8 million ) , compared with a loss of UAH 4.8 billion ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ third quarter of 2019 , excluding discontinued operations .
Compared to the previous quarter , the result was impacted by significantly lower gas prices and higher volumes of gas sold , '' as reported by the company 's press service .
Read alsoNaftogaz to develop Black Sea gas fields on special termsIt is noted for the nine months , gas production was 10.7 bcm and 12 bcm of gas was sold .
NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine in January-March 2020 ( Q1 ) posted UAH 3.2 billion ( US $ 112.8 million ) in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ down year-over-year .
NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine is the largest state-run vertically integrated oil and gas holding whose subsidiaries account for about 90 % of oil and gas production in Ukraine .
Naftogaz develops oil and gas fields , produces crude oil and natural gas .
Its core business is also transportation and trade in fuel through its own network of filling stations .

For the nine months, gas production was 10.7 bcm and 12 bcm of gas was sold.
NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine has said for the nine months its reported loss was UAH 17 billion (US$599 million), compared with a profit of UAH 12.9 billion (US$454.5 million) for the same period in 2019, excluding discontinued operations, reflecting lower demand and gas prices.
"Reported loss for the quarter was UAH 5.5 billion (US$193.8 million), compared with a loss of UAH 4.8 billion (US$169.1 million) for the third quarter of 2019, excluding discontinued operations. Compared to the previous quarter, the result was impacted by significantly lower gas prices and higher volumes of gas sold," as reported by the company's press service.
Read alsoNaftogaz to develop Black Sea gas fields on special termsIt is noted for the nine months, gas production was 10.7 bcm and 12 bcm of gas was sold.
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Background
NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine in January-March 2020 (Q1) posted UAH 3.2 billion (US$112.8 million) in net profit, which was 80% down year-over-year.
NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine is the largest state-run vertically integrated oil and gas holding whose subsidiaries account for about 90% of oil and gas production in Ukraine. Naftogaz develops oil and gas fields, produces crude oil and natural gas. Its core business is also transportation and trade in fuel through its own network of filling stations.


unian--2020-11-26--EU to allocate almost EUR 10 mln for digital ministry's projects

EU to allocate almost EUR 10 mln for digital ministry 's projects This is the first tranche of the total @ @ @ @ @ plans to provide .

EU to allocate almost EUR 10 mln for digital ministry's projects
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This is the first tranche of the total EUR 25 million the EU plans to provide.
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unian--2020-11-26--Ukraine losing tens of millions of dollars over lack of IT specialists – study

Ukraine losing tens of millions of dollars over lack of IT specialists – study Over the past five years , @ @ @ @ @ has been growing by about 30 % annually .

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Over the past five years, the number of open positions has been growing by about 30% annually.
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