INFRASTRUCTURE
Shehyni – Medyka Border Crossing to Close for Buses from Ukraine Starting September 20
Starting September 20, 2026, the Shehyni – Medyka border crossing will temporarily stop accepting buses traveling from Ukraine to Poland. The restrictions will remain in effect until approximately November 2027 due to extensive repairs on the Polish…
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A shadow market for agricultural land demining has emerged in Ukraine
Due to long queues for official surveys and farmers’ urgent need to sow fields, a large-scale illegal demining market has emerged in Ukraine. According to unofficial farmer estimates, between 50% and 70% of land clearance work in 2023–2024 was…
Russian strike destroys EVA network distribution center in Brovary
On August 18, 2026, Russian troops attacked the distribution center of the EVA store network and the EVA.UA online store, located in Brovary, with drones. A fire broke out at the facility as a result of the impact, with no casualties reported.
Rules for international train tickets and transfer to Chisinau airport
Passengers on international trains are allowed up to three typos in their name and surname in tickets without invalidating the document. In addition, Ukrzaliznytsia has introduced a free bus transfer for passengers on train No. 351 to Chisinau…
Switzerland to Allocate $730,000 for the Restoration of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
The Swiss government will allocate 600,000 francs, equivalent to 730,000 dollars, for the repair and protection of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra following a Russian strike. The funding will be channeled through UNESCO mechanisms.
Lithuania shows interest in Ukrainian infrastructure resilience plans
Lithuania is exploring the possibility of applying Ukrainian experience in preparing for crisis situations during wartime. Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories Kostiantyn Kovalchuk noted that Ukrainian resilience plans…
