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Investment company Dragon Capital has launched an updated business center based on the former Piramida shopping mall. Six years of construction during a full-scale war — what does this say about the state of commercial real estate in Ukraine?
The building of the Ukrainian government, which was hit by a 9M727 cruise missile on September 7, is being proposed for restoration using the Japanese kintsugi principle — not concealing traces of destruction, but transforming them into a visible symbol of military history.
Starting April 27, parking in the center will cost 40 UAH per hour. Meanwhile, a monthly permit for Kyiv residents who officially pay taxes will cost 1,499 UAH for the entire city. The math favors the subscription, but the verification mechanism is not yet ready.
Six stores of a Spanish retail group have resumed operations in a shopping mall after six months of closure due to a corporate dispute between state banks and former owners. But behind the return of these brands lies something more significant than shopping.
# The BEB Case on Illegal Gambling Network — It's Not Just About Casinos. It's About How Banking Infrastructure Converted Betting into USDT as "Supplier Settlements."
The Commercial Court of Kyiv has ordered the demolition of an illegal structure on Yefremova Street and invalidated the registration of a land plot valued at over 20 million hryvnias — another episode in a system that the National Anti-Corruption Bureau is investigating as organized crime.
Dmitry Vasilchenkov, a 58-year-old Moscow native with a criminal background, obtained a confirmed weapons permit in December 2025 — and in April shot seven people. The investigation is now examining both the doctors who signed the medical certificate and the police officers who fled the scene.
Pre-revolutionary buildings in Podil and Pechersk are setting price records on Kyiv's secondary real estate market. Logically, it should be the opposite: aging housing stock, no bomb shelters, lack of modern utilities.
Chief of the Patrol Police of Ukraine Yevhen Zhukov resigned within a day after a terrorist attack in the Holosiivskyi district. Six dead, video of police fleeing, signatures in the Verkhovna Rada — and a resignation letter before the issue became irreversible.
# Six Dead, Police Who Abandoned Posts, and a Rifle With Permission Extended to December 2025: Kyiv Terror Attack on April 18 Raises Two Uncomfortable Questions About Police Selection Quality and Permit System Effectiveness Six people killed, police officers who abandoned their positions, and a rifle with an active permit extended until December 2025. The Kyiv terror attack on April 18 simultaneously raised two uncomfortable questions — about the quality of police recruitment and the effectiveness of the licensing system.
Six dead, footage of patrol officers fleeing from a shooter, and legally registered weapons with permits renewed just four months before the attack. Klymenko launched an official investigation, but key questions remain unanswered.
A 58-year-old Dmitry Vasilchenkov killed six people on the streets of Kyiv with officially registered firearms. The tragedy exposed a loophole in the licensing system: a person with a criminal record obtained a rifle.
# Translation: On July 10, in Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, counterintelligence officer Ivan Voronych was killed. Five pistol shots, two mercenaries from abroad — and according to Butusov's data, neither of them had a chance of surviving according to the organizers' plan.
A group from Dnipropetrovsk region issued hryvnia microloans disguised as crypto credits through the BitCapital service, which was banned by the National Bank of Ukraine, and extorted money through threats. Officially there are 700 victims, but lawyers say there are thousands.
# ARMA Leadership Contest Caught in Legal Trap: No Law on What to Do if Only Candidate Falls Short of Required Votes The competition for the head of ARMA has run into a legal snag: the law does not provide for what to do if the sole candidate fails to receive the required number of votes — and now it is impossible to either appoint or officially reject the candidate.
The Obolonsky Court has handed down a suspended sentence to Yaryna Aryeva, rejecting charges of driving under the influence of drugs. The prosecution had requested 6.5 years in prison and disagrees with the verdict.
The Dniprovsky District Court of Kyiv has sentenced Olha Drozdova to two concurrent prison terms for embezzling over 1.7 million hryvnias in purchases for school shelters. At the time of sentencing, she was renting accommodation in Turkey.
A second cohort of the introductory course "Veterans' Master's Program" at KPI is more than just reintegration. It is an attempt to address a systemic staffing gap in prosthetics, measured by concrete numbers.
KMDA announced one-time payments to 42,000 victims of the Chornobyl disaster. Simple arithmetic: 53 million hryvnias for 42 thousand people — that's approximately 1,260 hryvnias per person on average.
On April 15, a cinema in the Magellan shopping center closes, which opened as one of the first in the Kyiv network. The closure is not a network collapse, but rather appears to be a regrouping: while one theater goes dark, another one in Vyshneve is already operating with laser projection.
Russian attack destroyed the city's road infrastructure. The Office of the Prosecutor General confirmed casualties and damage to a civilian facility.
On April 13, train No. 351 will arrive at Revaka station for the first time — a 10-minute ride from Chișinău's central station to the airport. If demand justifies it, the stop will become permanent — and this will change the logic of the entire connection.
ARMA discovered people with a "sublease agreement" that has no legal force at the former interior minister Zakharenko's estate. This is the second scandal surrounding the property: previously, a former minister Galushchenko, who is suspected of corruption, was secretly living there.
Irpin Clinic Holds Informal Meetings with Doctors for Parents and Pregnant Women. The format is a conversation over coffee rather than a formal consultation: no patient records or quotas.
# The Mayor of Irpin Orders Cancellation of All Municipal Enterprise Decisions on Water Rate Changes. Why This Happened and What It Means for Residents — RazomUA Investigates
# English Translation A businessman whom journalists linked to the privatization of Dnipro back in 2020 has officially confirmed his co-ownership. Now under his control are a hotel, the Parus business center, Ukraina, and a land plot designated for development between Khreshchatyk and Hrushevsky.
A skyscraper that depreciated from 7.1 billion to 560 million hryvnias over 15 years has been purchased by a company linked to the daughter of Burisma's founder. The completion of construction will cost at least an additional $90 million.
A volunteer movement born in the ruins of Irpin has grown into a network of tens of thousands of volunteers across seven regions. However, the scale of reconstruction remains far short of the scale of destruction.
"Blooming in Darkness" is not a therapeutic metaphor, but a chronicle of how Irpin artists returned to their creative work after four weeks under occupation. April 11 — entry by own decision.
The Recovery Agency is ready to take management of one of Kyiv's heating hub zones. Six cogeneration units delivered to the city a month ago have still not been collected by Kyiv.
Reconstruction of the burial sector at Irpin cemetery has resumed after a winter pause—with weather justifications and a contractor from Bakhmut for 42.72 million hryvnias. Families of the deceased have been involved in consultations, but the mechanism of their influence on the quality of work remains unclear.
Memorial plaques have appeared on the facade of an Irpin lyceum, where Mykola Shurabura and Bohdan Ivanov once studied. The city, which has just emerged from occupation, continues to return the names of the fallen to the places where their stories began.
On the territory of a legendary film studio, there are attempts to allocate a plot of land for office construction. The Prosecutor's Office qualifies this as an attempt to embezzle state property.
The city's compensation program is expanding — a total of 7.9 million hryvnias for those whose homes were damaged during the occupation. However, the waiting list still exceeds the budget.
The Executive Committee of Irpin City Council has approved the next tranche of financial assistance, averaging approximately 23,600 hryvnias per person. The city, which endured occupation, is building its own support system in parallel with the state system.
Athletes of the "Vulkan" club returned from the Kiev Open Cup with 15 medals. Two years after the de-occupation, the team has become one of the most consistent youth taekwondo squads in the Kyiv region.
Irpin presented at the Congress of Local Authorities concrete tools for supporting veterans — from the first inclusive sports ground in Kyiv Oblast to the VETERAN SPACE hub. The question is whether this experience will be replicated or remain a local exception.
For the first time in eight years, none of the 17 designated highways will receive a seasonal increase in speed limits. The figures show it's not just about potholes after winter, but a deliberate logic of reduction: 8 sections in 2024, 4 in 2025, and zero in 2026.
The Kyiv Metro has finally received the state expert conclusion for the major overhaul of a subsiding tunnel on the blue line. The repair, which had been planned for 2024, will cost nearly two billion — and this amid the war.
Oleksii Demidov lived in a city that endured occupation and was rebuilt — and he was killed on one of the hottest sectors of the front. On April 1, the community will lay him to rest.
Memorial plaques to Zhanna Kameneva and Mykhailo Kamenev were unveiled on the façade of a Bucha apartment building — honoring a volunteer who was shot from a BTR during an evacuation in March 2022, and a soldier who went east twice and was killed in Donetsk. They were connected not only by the same entrance, but by a choice no one forced them to make.
A robbery at a supermarket and a murder in a suburb — both crimes were solved thanks to camera footage. But behind these cases lies a broader question: is there sufficient video infrastructure to change the very logic of crime in the region?
In the city that has become a symbol of war crimes, a Center for Comprehensive Development and Support for Children with Disabilities has opened. It was built over nearly two years — even as new shelling was being recorded just a few blocks away.
The Appeals Chamber of the High Anti‑Corruption Court (VAKS) reduced Yevhenii Dykhne’s sentence to four years and lowered the assessed damages from UAH 11 million to UAH 1.3 million — but upheld his guilt. The case, which since 2020 has raised questions about the line between a state enterprise manager’s risk‑taking and abuse of office, remains precedent‑setting.
33 athletes — and first place among all clubs in the country. "Reforma" has turned what looked like a regional ambition into a national achievement.
The case of a serviceman who deserted his unit and defrauded the family of a mobilized soldier is an example of how fear of mobilization is being turned into a business by scammers. Why does this matter for the safety of families and trust in institutions?
217,000 sq. m were leased in 2025, and a further ~216,000 sq. m were commissioned — Kyiv’s warehouse market has become an indicator of the recovery of logistics and economic resilience. We explain why this matters for business and security.
An employee of a service center in the capital and his accomplice were selling government-issued license plates with desired number combinations via Instagram — priced from UAH 8,500 to USD 3,500. We examine how the scheme worked, why it was exposed, and what steps are needed to restore trust in the system.
The Kyiv City Council voted to invest in a key municipal enterprise on the eve of the new heating season. We explain why UAH 2.7 billion is not just a number but part of a strategy to strengthen the city's energy resilience.
The court chose a milder preventive measure than the prosecution had requested. We examine why the decision matters not only for the suspect but for everyone who relies on fundraisers for medical treatment.
The Cabinet of Ministers proposes financing the installation of generators, but fuel and maintenance will be the responsibility of residents. We examine why this is a step toward the capital's energy resilience — and what risks it poses to household budgets.
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko announced a recalculation: due to service interruptions in January, consumers were not charged 36.4 million hryvnias. We explain who will receive compensation and what to do next.
The Kyiv Commercial Court has declared Eco‑Bud‑Trade LLC bankrupt: according to official data, its debt to creditors exceeds UAH 3 billion, while the prosecutor's office is seeking recovery of more than UAH 10.6 billion. We examine why this matters for the city and the state and what consequences to expect in the near future.
Juvenile prosecutors have sent an indictment to court against a 36-year-old Kyiv resident for systemic physical and psychological abuse of her 9-year-old son. This case is not only about the shocking facts of domestic violence, but also about how effectively society and institutions protect the most vulnerable.
The High Anti-Corruption Court found Lyudmyla Marchenko guilty of bribery — that punishment is important not only for a single official but also as an indicator of the effectiveness of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU), the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAP) and judicial reform.
The ministry reminded municipal authorities of their legal responsibility. We explain who should pay for the major repairs, which technical risks experts have already identified, and which possible solutions could speed up the work.
The court is considering a case against LLC "Mayak Service Invest": the prosecutor labels the structures as unauthorized and asks to annul the registration of land rights. Why this matters to every Kyiv resident — briefly and to the point.
Small grant — big effect: $8 million from the Republic of Korea for a technical and economic feasibility study could accelerate Ukraine's integration into the TEN‑T network, localization of production, and post‑war recovery.
The Prosecutor General reported the detention of two SBU deputies and an intermediary on suspicion of systemic pressure on business. We explain the chronology, the mechanics of the scheme, and what this means for economic security and trust in the security service.
The mass launch was meant to provide "proof of success" for the Russian audience. Instead, only a handful got through — and that says a lot about the state of Ukrainian air defences and about the aim of this operation.
A report from the Pentagon’s Office of the Inspector General documents procedural violations and atypical incidents involving General Antonio Aguto. The documents were returned quickly — but questions about the security of intelligence sharing remain.
An entrepreneur who is among the key contractors on infrastructure projects has announced his intention to buy the nationalized PIN Bank — why this matters for small businesses and urban recovery.
Defense Express reported an alleged "Lancet" in central Kyiv. Ministry of Defense advisor Serhiy Beskrestnov says this is technically unlikely and calls the claim that fragments were dropped part of an information operation. We examine the facts, technical constraints, and the implications for security and trust in information.
March in Kyiv's clubs is not just concerts but a mechanism of support: tribute shows, jazz, variety performances and charity events that offer both cultural solace and tangible aid to units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. We outline the highlights and where to go this month.
The overnight missile-and-drone strike was a test for Ukraine's air defenses and urban protection systems. We analyze what was destroyed, where the hits occurred, and why deliveries of Western systems and the development of domestic solutions have now become decisive.
The Kyiv prosecutor’s office has filed a lawsuit with the Commercial Court — it concerns more than UAH 28 million in unpaid contributions. This is not just a bill: these are millions missing for roads, kindergartens and hospitals.
Three modern trams from Odesa-based LLC "Tatra‑Yug" have begun operating on the left bank — a small but important step in restoring urban mobility and supporting a Ukrainian manufacturer.
Numbeo records a sharp drop in the capital’s ranking for apartment prices. This is not just a statistic — it’s an indicator of demand, risks, and opportunities for investors and residents.
The prime minister assured that ownership of the CHP plant will remain private, but the state and partners will speed up repairs — because it’s about heating for thousands of Kyiv homes.
A family dispute over property escalated into a criminal plot — law enforcement identified the organizer at the preparation stage through a targeted operation that recorded evidence.
MPs failed to secure the 226 votes needed for an amendment, without which, starting in 2028, the EU could restrict trade with non‑participating countries. We explain what this means for businesses, exporters and every citizen.
In high diplomacy, it's not loud statements that matter, but quiet calculations. Professor László Bruszt urges Kyiv to a measured response — and explains why this could protect Ukraine's interests during a critical pre-election period in Hungary.
A delegation led by State Secretary Gábor Chepek has arrived to assess the Druzhba oil pipeline. Why is this important for the sovereignty of infrastructure, and what next steps must guarantee Ukraine’s interests?
We explain why Kyiv is now not just a recipient of aid but a key partner in countering Iranian drones — and how that could strengthen Ukraine's position in air-defense negotiations.
A temporary parliamentary investigative commission convened the SBU, the State Tax Service (DPS), the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) and the cyber police — they are discussing not only advertising but also tax and information security. Why this matters for Ukraine’s economy and politics — in a concise analysis.
LIGA.net has learned: at the Kyiv City State Administration, Zelensky's initiative to involve Oleksandr Kubrakov was perceived as an attempt to "make the mayor's life a nightmare," while the government and the Office of the President point to doubts about the readiness of the mayor's office. Why this matters to every Kyiv resident — we break it down by the facts.
In three days, more PAC-3 interceptors were expended in the region than Ukraine needs for four months of winter. We analyze what European and American data indicate, what risks this creates, and what solutions are available today.
The Foreign Ministry emphasizes: restoring the "Druzhba" pipeline is impossible under pressure. We explain why Kyiv rejects Hungary's demand and what consequences this has for loan assistance and the transit of energy supplies.
A nighttime attack damaged a critical infrastructure facility: in several districts of the capital, tens of thousands of people may feel the cold. We examine the scale, the causes, and the measures city authorities and the government are already taking.
On the evening of March 6, explosions were heard in Kyiv — a sign that air defense systems are operating. We explain what happened, who is reporting it, and how to act going forward.