Ukrainian Parliament Awaits Submissions for Defense and Foreign Ministers
As of now, the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has not yet received official submissions for the appointment of the country’s Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs.
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As of now, the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has not yet received official submissions for the appointment of the country’s Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs.
Ukrainian Parliamentary Human Rights Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets plans to propose that the new defense minister establish a working group to reform the country's mobilization system, offering to join its efforts.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Yevheniy Khmara, a security service chief, as the interim Minister of Defense. Concurrently, the Ukrainian parliament has confirmed a new government, with Serhii Koretskyi, former head of Naftogaz, appointed as the new Prime Minister, tasked with preparing the country for winter and leveraging his experience in stabilizing the energy grid.
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, is scheduled to convene for its next plenary session in mid-August, specifically on August 18, following the recent government appointments.

The Ukrainian parliament has approved the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, leading to a government change by President Zelensky after only one year.

Ruslan Stefanchuk, Speaker of the Ukrainian Verkhovna Rada, stated in Belgrade that Serbs are not "little Russians," just as Ukrainians, Moldovans, and Georgians are not, emphasizing that they are independent nations belonging to the European family.

The Ukrainian parliament in Kyiv has approved the creation of a controversial memorial. The decision has sparked debate and discussion regarding its implications.
Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets announced that technical discussions are currently underway between negotiating groups for a proposed large-scale prisoner exchange involving 1,000 individuals from each side.
The Ukrainian parliament is making progress on key reforms as critical funding deadlines approach, aiming to meet international requirements and secure financial aid.

Ukraine's parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, has voted to extend martial law and general mobilization for an additional 90 days.

The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has passed a European integration bill aimed at harmonizing the accreditation of conformity assessment bodies and the technical regulation system with EU rules, paving the way for an industrial visa-free regime.

The EU is pressing Ukraine to accelerate reforms, with EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos outlining 11 reforms that Ukraine has failed to implement by their deadlines in a letter to the Ukrainian parliament speaker.

The Speaker of Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, met with Croatian Parliament Speaker Gordan Jandroković at the Three Seas Initiative parliamentary summit and expressed gratitude for Croatia's help.

The Servant of the People party has said that in his comments to journalists regarding the crisis in the Ukrainian parliament, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was referring to discussions on legislative changes that would allow MPs to serve as members of the military and did not mean the forced mobilisation of MPs.
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has ratified a document that restores the validity of the agreement between Ukraine and the EU on scientific and technological cooperation.

Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrived in Kyiv and met with Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk to discuss continued Ukraine-US cooperation, including strengthening defense support and maintaining sanctions pressure.

A former Ukrainian parliamentary representative residing in Austria is facing legal proceedings in Vienna, following accusations related to an alleged 'gold convoy' affair.

Swiss Federal Councillor Albert Rösti is reportedly unhappy about appearing alongside a Ukrainian parliamentarian during Switzerland's National Day celebrations in St. Moritz.
The Ukrainian parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, has approved a new government. Serhiy Koretsky has been confirmed as the new Prime Minister.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for unity within the military after the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov sparked protests and criticism. Zelensky explained the decision, which has also led to the resignation of the deputy commander of the air force.

The Parliament of North Macedonia has voted to approve a reconstructed government, appointing eight new ministers. This follows a period of political negotiations and changes within the ruling coalition.

Ruslan Stefanchuk, Speaker of the Ukrainian Parliament, declared in Belgrade that 'Serbs are not little Russians,' drawing a parallel with Ukrainians, Moldovans, and Georgians.

European leaders, including the UK, France, and Germany, have backed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's call for direct talks with Russian President Putin. This comes as Western allies press for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict.

Portugal's right-wing parties criticized the Communist Party (PCP) for its absence during a session with the Ukrainian Parliament president, prompting the PCP to recall the Soviet era.

Ukraine has conducted long-range attacks deep inside Russian territory, reportedly striking oil facilities up to 1500 kilometers away. President Zelenskyy confirmed these strikes and announced that Ukraine is continuing to increase the range of its attacks against Russia.
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, passed a resolution to form a temporary investigation commission to examine actions by officials that could jeopardize the nation's economic security.

The Ukrainian parliament is in a stalemate, exacerbated by weakening presidential influence and disrupted communication with the government, raising questions about President Zelensky's future candidacy.

The Ukrainian parliament, Verkhovna Rada, has refused to disclose information regarding the foreign trips of MP Yurii Koriavchenkov, stating the details are classified.

Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk, speaking at the Three Seas Initiative parliamentary summit in Zagreb, urged participants not to fear Ukraine and not to scare others, asserting that Ukraine in the EU, NATO, and 3SI would not be a burden.

Ukraine expects Russia to target centralized water supply systems in Kyiv, Dnipro, Odesa, and Kharkiv, according to a member of the Ukrainian Parliament's Energy Committee.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has ratified an agreement with Canada concerning the mutual protection of classified information, strengthening security cooperation between the two nations.
A bill suggesting amendments to the regulations governing surrogacy in Ukraine has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada.
First Deputy Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Oleksandr Kornienko, anticipates that parliament will approve the appointment of Yevhen Khmara as the new defense minister during its next plenary session in mid-August.
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has approved the proposal by newly appointed Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi to appoint a new Cabinet of Ministers.

The Ukrainian parliament has accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko's government, which concludes its term after one year, with various reasons cited despite a lack of major public issues.
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has officially ratified the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the governments of Ukraine and Turkey.
The Speaker of the Ukrainian Parliament, Ruslan Stefanchuk, has arrived in Belgrade and was welcomed by the Speaker of the Serbian Parliament, Ana Brnabić.

The EU has stated it will not act as a neutral mediator between Ukraine and Russia, with Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas asserting that Europe stands with Ukraine and that Russia is on the defensive. The EU also reiterated its opposition to the presence of Russian troops in Georgia and Moldova.

Portugal's PSD and CDS-PP parties have accused the Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) of "shaming Portugal" due to its opposition to a visit by Ukrainian parliamentary speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk. The PCP's stance against the visit has ignited a political controversy.
Efforts by the Ukrainian parliament to introduce a new Civil Code have reportedly sparked significant criticism from various groups.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a new law aimed at strengthening state control over product quality and safety, extending oversight to online commerce and aligning regulations with EU standards as part of European integration.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized political infighting and urged for national unity as the country faces a parliamentary crisis.

A new poll indicates that in potential parliamentary elections, Ukrainians would mostly vote for parties led by Zaluzhnyi (21%) and Budanov (15.3%), with over 54% of citizens ready to participate.

The Ukrainian parliament is delaying the fulfillment of International Monetary Fund (IMF) requirements for a loan, prompting an IMF delegation to arrive in Kyiv.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Public Health has recommended the adoption of a bill initiated by the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine concerning medical support and examinations for foreign and stateless persons serving as defenders.
The Marshal of the Polish Sejm, Włodzimierz Czarzasty, addressed the Ukrainian parliament, expressing profound respect for those who died defending Ukraine's independence and shared European civilization against 'Kremlin fanaticism'.