Stories from Ukraine

A total of 175 prisoners of war returned to Ukraine following a recent exchange. This development is part of ongoing efforts to resolve detainee issues.

Belarus is intensifying the development of military logistics and infrastructure along its borders with Ukraine, according to State Border Guard Service spokesperson Andriy Demchenko.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated he is open to constructive dialogue. The source did not specify the subject or parties involved in the potential dialogue. No specific terms or conditions for such discussions were provided in the report.

Canada is providing an additional 200 million dollars to the PURL program, a priority list used by allies to finance weapons procurement for Ukraine. Three other countries have contributed nearly 400 million euros to the fund.

Ukrainian officials stated that no phone calls or messages have been received from Washington regarding Donald Trump's proposal for a ceasefire with Moscow. The President of Ukraine had reportedly instructed staff to attempt contact to clarify the situation.

A new state aid card, known as Diakarta, has been launched in Ukraine to facilitate government payments. The card allows users to receive all state benefits on a single multi-purpose card. It features both general spending funds and specialized funds restricted to specific program requirements. Users can spend general funds freely, while specialized funds are strictly for designated purposes. If a purchase exceeds the remaining balance of the aid, the card's functionality is limited to the available amount. The Ukrainian government has launched a new hotline, 1545, for citizens to submit complaints or leave applications.

The process follows a March 9, 2025, meeting in Lviv where European foreign ministers initiated the mechanism. Procedures have been completed regarding the creation of a special tribunal addressing Russian aggression.

National Police conducted over 40 searches targeting officials of the Tax Revenue Commission (TRC). The operation is part of an investigation into suspected illicit enrichment.

Fifty Ukrainian deputies are currently under scrutiny for illicit enrichment. This number has increased from 42 or 43 deputies previously suspected. The investigation involves the review of their declarations. Serhiy Kuzmin, a member of the Verkhovna Rada, is facing suspicions of illicit enrichment. The investigation reportedly involves his brother and may be linked to pharmaceutical products in the Zhytomyr region. The long-term prospects for the investigation remain uncertain according to the broadcast. An investigation is underway regarding a Ukrainian deputy who allegedly attracted dozens of people to an illicit scheme. The source stated that nearly 50 individuals were brought in through this specific scheme. A deputy in Ukraine is facing an investigation into illicit enrichment.

The head of the secretariat of the coordination headquarters for military issues stated that one hour of stay under certain conditions will be counted toward the period required to obtain EU residency. The remarks were made during an interview with Ukrinform.