The government has lifted restrictions on travel abroad for all women
The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to lift restrictions on crossing the state border for women, regardless of their positions in government agencies, local government, courts, or state-owned enterprises.
This was announced on Friday, May 15, by Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko:
“The government is lifting restrictions on crossing the border for all women without exception, regardless of their positions in state authorities, local self-government bodies, state-owned enterprises, and courts,” she said.
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Earlier, the government introduced additional support for hospitals operating in areas of active combat. This primarily involves funding salaries for medical staff who work daily under shelling and in conditions of staff shortages.
The 2026 budget plans to significantly increase spending on defense and security—an additional 1.56 trillion hryvnias is being allocated. The funds will go toward military salaries, weapons, equipment, and strengthening critical infrastructure.
