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IDP Rights: will there be housing, jobs and compensation in 2026?
By the end of 2025, about 4.6 million internally displaced persons were officially registered in Ukraine, with the largest numbers concentrated in major cities and regions that absorbed evacuation waves, according to the Ministry of Social Policy.
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Ukrainian refugees in Europe: what to expect in 2026
By the end of 2025, about 4.3 million people who fled Ukraine were still under temporary protection in the European Union. The EU has already extended this regime until March 4, 2027, but assistance packages across member states are increasingly being adjusted to budget constraints and labor market needs.
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Combatant status in Ukraine: who qualifies, what Is promised and what actually works out
Russia’s full-scale war has sharply increased the number of people eligible for combatant status. Along with the designation, the state promises a wide range of social guarantees, such as utility discounts, or priority access to housing.
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A first-aid kit isn’t eternal: why and when its components must be replaced
A tourniquet can tear or fail to lock, and a hemostatic bandage can turn out to be expired and ineffective. Components of a military first-aid kit have a limited lifespan and require regular replacement.
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Ukraine is shrinking and aging: will the population reach 34 million by 2030?
After a sharp decline during the full-scale war, the population is expected to stabilize at around 34 million by the end of the decade. That is the baseline scenario of the International Monetary Fund’s forecast.
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How a shock wave moves through a city
Models of strikes on residential districts show that urban layout directly affects the wave’s force.
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War has transformed the labor market: what jobs are now in demand
The number of job vacancies in Ukraine has almost returned to pre-war levels, but Russia's aggression has fundamentally changed the structure of the labor market. Demand for some specialties has increased manifold, while other professions have practically fallen out of circulation.
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State awards of Ukraine: from the “Golden Star” to personalized weapons
Ukraine’s system of state awards follows a clear hierarchy — from the highest title of Hero of Ukraine to honorary titles and presidential distinctions. Each award recognizes personal achievements in service to the nation — in war, science, culture, or civic activity.
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Compensation: how civilians can record loss of health and disability
The International Registry for Damages (RD4U) has opened the opportunity for Ukrainian civilians to officially record the damage caused to their health as a result of Russian aggression.
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Volunteering under attack: how to verify a fundraiser and spot scammers
Against the backdrop of mass volunteering, scammers have also become more active – exploiting the war for personal gain. Ukraine's cyber police are recording numerous cases of phishing and fraud where fake volunteers, posing as charity workers, commit crimes by pocketing donations.
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Ukraine power supply: status, forecasts and tips for outages
As Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure intensify, the country is once again facing widespread electricity restrictions. Stabilization schedules have been introduced across multiple regions, and officials are urging residents to prepare for extended outages. Energy experts warn that the coming winter will be challenging, though a total blackout remains unlikely.
