Ukraine introduces duty on export of unprocessed stone
Ukraine has introduced an export duty on unprocessed natural stone. The rate will be 300 euros per tonne and will remain in force for 10 years.
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Yarosh to be appointed as Chief of the General Staff advisor
A few days ago, rumours emerged that Right Sector leader Dmytro Yarosh would receive a position in the General Staff of Ukraine. Many viewed the news with scepticism, but it turned out to be true. According to well-known volunteer Tetyana Rychkova, Yarosh…
Putin removed from power?!
Russian President Vladimir Putin has not appeared in public for over a week. Numerous scheduled official meetings have been postponed indefinitely. Helicopters circle the Kremlin, while Putin himself remains silent.
Journalists ordered not to leave Moscow and await statement
For the past day, the international community has been abuzz with speculation over where Russian President Vladimir Putin has gone. All manner of theories have been voiced, ranging from a stroke to his presence at Alina Kabaeva's childbirth
Another Russian failure in the Nemtsov murder case
Russian law enforcement agencies have put forward a new theory regarding the murder of opposition figure Boris Nemtsov. As expected, they decided to add a Ukrainian angle to the Chechen trail, linking the so-called hitman Zaur Dadayev with Adam Osmaev…
Peskov denies Putin fathered a child
Swiss tabloid Blick published an article explaining the unexpected disappearance of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The outlet claims Putin is alive and well, linking his absence to Alina Kabaeva giving birth to another child
Did Putin fly to be with Kabaeva for her delivery?
Russian President Vladimir Putin has not been seen in public for a week. The world is holding its breath, wondering what happened to the dictator?! One version suggests Putin suffered a stroke, while another claims his old back problem has flared up.
Vinnytsia court sets precedent in Tsarevych case
Yesterday, the Vinnytsia court set a certain precedent in the case of Judge Tsarevych. The controversial judge was released on personal recognisance, with an electronic bracelet fitted to Tsarevych, which is strange in itself, as the bracelet is applied when…
Russia recalls military attachés
Something strange has been happening around and inside Russia for several days. The Russian Federation has begun hastily withdrawing several of its special units fighting in Donbas, allegedly to suppress possible rallies in Moscow. In addition, it has emerged…
Nadiya Savchenko issues ultimatum
Famous pilot and Moscow pre-trial detention centre inmate Nadiya Savchenko, who was abducted and illegally taken to Russian territory, threatened to resume a full hunger strike. If Ukrainian doctors are not granted access to her by Monday, 16 March, Savchenko…
Zvyagilsky's aide on his "death"
Today, the internet was abuzz with reports of the death of one of Ukraine's oldest People's Deputies, Honorary Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Zasyadko Mine Joint-Stock Company, Yefim Zvyagilsky.
Threats made to Nemtsov's daughter
Less than two weeks ago, prominent opposition figure Boris Nemtsov was killed. Following Nemtsov's death, his daughter Zhanna made highly ambiguous statements about who is behind this high-profile crime.
Dmytro Yarosh undergoes another operation
Less than two months ago, Right Sector leader Dmytro Yarosh was wounded near the Donetsk airport. Yarosh's arm was literally pieced back together, and medics miraculously managed to save it. An Ilizarov apparatus was fitted to Yarosh.
Vilkul does not consider Donbas and Crimea to be part of Ukraine
It appears that former Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Governor and Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Vilkul has already drawn new borders for Ukraine excluding Crimea and Donbas. While Russia has annexed Crimea, Donbas remains Ukrainian territory despite the…
Yevhen Udod on changing his surname and fleeing to Poland
Yesterday, some media outlets reported that Yevhen Udod, chairman of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Council, had changed his surname and fled to Poland. According to the publications, the politician had bought an "estate" in the suburbs of Warsaw. The regional…
Savchenko partially ends hunger strike
Renowned pilot and Hero of Ukraine Nadiya Savchenko, abducted by Russian special services and held in a Russian pre-trial detention centre, has decided to partially end her hunger strike after 82 days. This was announced by Nadiya's lawyer, Mykola Polozov.
Lyashko apologised to Poroshenko
A few days ago, Igor Mosiychuk publicly stated that Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko was preparing an assassination attempt on the leader of the Radical Party of Ukraine, Oleksandr Lyashko. Today, Lyashko personally apologised to the President for his…
Russian journalist granted Ukrainian citizenship
Well-known Russian journalist Viktor Maistrenko, remembered by many for his efforts to free Ukrainian citizens from separatist captivity, has become a full citizen of Ukraine. Viktor was granted Ukrainian citizenship. He announced this on his online page.
Prosecutors unable to detain judges Kitsiuk, Vovk and Tsarevych
Despite Ukrainian parliament deputies voting less than an hour ago to authorise the detention and arrest of Pechersk Court judges Kitsiuk, Vovk and Tsarevych, prosecutors currently cannot detain the judges, according to press service head Alina Yakhno.
Russian security services reorganise DNR and LNR security services
According to Dmytro Tymchuk, Russian security services are currently reorganising the so-called "security services" of the DNR and LNR. "According to operational data from the 'Information Resistance' group, Russian security services are using the 'ceasefire'…
Parliament close to dissolution. Nuss
Political analyst Pavlo Nuss believes the Ukrainian parliament is close to its next dissolution. Although its short lifespan was already predicted, no one expected it to happen this quickly.