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A scandal is unfolding in Ukraine over a lithium deposit linked to Trump’s partner, Ronald Lauder
On October 20–22, the Kyiv District Administrative Court will hold four hearings in cases concerning the tender for Ukraine and the United States’ first pilot minerals deal project – the Dobra lithium deposit. The court has ordered the Ministry of Economy and the Interagency Commission on Production Sharing Agreements to submit 21 categories of documents by October 22, including the winner’s application, which the ministry considers confidential. 2280 mineral resources agreement Ukrainian lithium
Nearly 30-fold drop: How strikes on logistics affected metals exports
Steelmakers are under no illusions: they say the industry no longer exists. The country’s largest steelworks are at a standstill. The strikes on production facilities were preceded by a prolonged summer campaign of Russian attacks on logistics. 1050 State of Ukraine’s metallurgy industry
Brioni for UAH 36 and Dolce & Gabbana for UAH 184: what the temporary investigative commission on cargo uncovered while government searched for contraband in parcels worth up to €150
The Verkhovna Rada passed the bill on VAT on parcels in its first reading amid intensified enemy strikes on businesses. The second reading will apparently take place against the backdrop of a campaign of strikes on energy infrastructure that is already underway. While lawmakers prepare to vote on the bill, which the Cabinet of Ministers estimates will generate around UAH 10 billion a year, the parliamentary temporary investigative commission on economic security is discussing at its meetings the problem of dozens of cargo companies openly importing goods into Ukraine while paying virtually no taxes. 770 Tax changes
Russia attacks data centers: What will happen to internet access and communications in Ukraine?
Strikes on three data centers in Kyiv caused temporary disruptions to internet access and sparked debate over how much connectivity will cost, what will happen to the internet, and whether Russia could "switch it off" altogether. 2170 Mobile communications Power-resilient internet Shelling of the Kyiv region
Finance Ministry avoids word "freeze." Will unprotected power system withstand this winter?
In a single day, without warning or discussion, the Finance Ministry halted funding for capital expenditures across the country. The news caused a stir, as one of the areas affected was the protection of energy facilities ahead of the new heating season. 1310
Parcel tax: Can controversial changes be pushed through ahead of difficult winter?
On Tuesday, September 15, the Verkhovna Rada was due to make its fourth attempt to pass a tax on parcels. However, following a preliminary vote count and the scandal involving the prosecutor general the day before, the bill was pulled from the agenda at the last minute. But there are no plans to drop the bill – they are waiting for a more favourable moment while seeking votes for the unpopular measure. 890 Tax changes
Year of open borders: What is actually known about 18–22-year-olds leaving Ukraine and how many taxpayers economy has lost
On 28 August 2025, men aged 18 to 22 were allowed to travel abroad freely. How many have left, which months saw the most departures, and what this means for Ukraine’s economy – a year on, these questions remain unanswered. 2060 Going abroad under age of 25
Drones and turrets for businesses: Who buys "private air defense" and when can anti-ballistic solutions be expected?
Since the beginning of August, Russia has been deliberately targeting Ukrainian businesses. On the night of 5 August, missiles and drones destroyed Nova Poshta’s sorting centre in Kyiv, Rozetka’s warehouse complex in Brovary, two logistics facilities and an Epicentr factory; facilities belonging to Fozzy Group, Silpo and NOVUS were also damaged. Since 24 February 2022, a total of 1.05 million square metres of warehouse space has been destroyed, including 750,000 square metres in Kyiv Oblast. At the same time, since November 2025, businesses have had a legal means of self-defence – the right to establish their own air defence units. 1710 Shooting down Shaheds Drone shootings over Ukraine
Government expands arms export opportunities: What drone and EW manufacturers say
On July 1, Ukraine introduced a mechanism allowing private arms manufacturers to legally sell finished products to foreign customers: Resolution No. 875 on controlled exports. 1790 Drone Industry
Third of Russia’s oil refining capacity has already been destroyed. Will pace of middle strikes be enough to push Russia’s fuel crisis to brink
Trident Group is developing modular onboard autonomy for strike drones, including target tracking and recognition in electronic warfare conditions. The company’s products include AI modules for tactical-level UAVs, interceptors, and middle- and deep-strike drones, which have already undergone combat testing with units of the DIU, the NGU, the SOF, and the Airborne Assault Forces. 1800 Drone Industry
