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Public sentiment in russia drops to USSR collapse levels amid protracted war
The level of pessimism and anxiety among residents of russia due to the war and economic difficulties has reached early 1990s levels. In July 2026, 66% of citizens stated they expect hard times ahead.
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Ukraine’s economy is in the red again: the first quarter of 2026 confirmed the third month of decline in activity
The Ukrainian economy ended the first quarter of 2026 with a decline in real GDP for three consecutive months. According to analysts, the decline was the result of the simultaneous pressure of several factors –
Quote of the day: Our approach to war is based on three domains – air, land and economy. And it is already giving results
Mykhailo Fedorov, Minister of Defense of Ukraine, April 15, 2026
Energy and transport drag down GDP: economy lost 1.5% in February
In February 2026, Ukraine’s real GDP decreased by 1.5% year-on-year. The key factor in the decline was the destruction and damage to energy, railway and other critical infrastructure as a result of Russian attacks. This
Figure of the day: UAH 669.3 billion was invested in the Ukrainian economy in 2025
About half of the investments were directed to the industrial and logistics sectors In 2025, capital investments in the Ukrainian economy increased to UAH 669.3 billion (+25.2% compared to 2024). This, mind informs, was reported
Cashback on fuel in Ukraine will start on March 20: how much can you save
From March 20, 2026, the cashback program on fuel will start in Ukraine as part of the “National Cashback” project. The program will operate temporarily – until May 1, 2026. Delo.ua reports this with reference
