#Russia

12.12.2025 11:20

Pensionable service in the Russian Federation after the agreement termination

I worked for several years in Russia in the Far North and have all the necessary documents confirming this. I know that Ukraine and the Russian Federation previously had an agreement on pensionable service, but now it has been cancelled. Will I be able to count my Russian service towards my Ukrainian pension now, and what should I pay attention to if the Pension Fund refuses, citing new rules?

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14.12.2025 20:00

Is Russian work experience counted for pension?

I saw news that the Supreme Court recognized the crediting of work experience acquired in the Russian Federation for pension in Ukraine. If I worked for a certain period in Russia before moving, can I now expect this experience to be taken into account when applying for a Ukrainian pension? What documents are needed for this, and do problems often arise with this?

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10.12.2025 14:50

EU sanctions against Russia's 'shadow fleet': how this affects Ukrainians

I read the news that the European Union expanded sanctions against Russia, including a number of individuals and 43 vessels of the so-called 'shadow fleet'. I am interested, can these sanctions in any way affect ordinary Ukrainians? For example, if any Ukrainian companies or citizens previously had dealings with these vessels or individuals, are there any legal consequences or risks for such cooperations in the future?

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05.12.2025 08:15

End of the war: what could be the consequences?

I have read that US representatives are expressing hope for a speedy end to the war between Ukraine and Russia. I am interested in how such, possibly quick, peace agreements might affect my rights and future life – what legal consequences might arise for ordinary people if the war ends in the near future, what should I pay attention to?

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30.09.2025 17:21

What is the legal assessment?

Will the seizure of Russian assets in favor of Ukraine in accordance with the European Commission's decision to provide a loan of 140 billion euros be considered a violation of human rights in Ukraine?

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23.09.2025 20:55

Can Trump's statement about shooting down Russian planes be considered a security guarantee?

During his meeting with Zelensky, Trump stated that NATO countries should shoot down Russian military aircraft that enter their airspace. Can such a statement be considered a sufficient guarantee of security for Ukraine and does it oblige NATO countries to take action?

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20.09.2025 16:35

Frozen assets of Russia

If frozen Russian assets are transferred to Ukraine, will this be considered a violation of the rights of the owners of these assets under Ukrainian law?

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19.09.2025 16:26

Will new EU sanctions affect the use of cryptocurrency in Ukraine?

The European Commission is planning to impose restrictions on crypto platforms and ban cryptocurrency transactions against Russia for the first time. I am wondering if these sanctions will affect the use of cryptocurrency in Ukraine and if there is anything I need to do to avoid violating the new rules?

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11.09.2025 14:10

Flight ban

If Latvia closes the airspace on the border with Belarus and the Russian Federation, could this affect international cargo transportation from Ukraine to Latvia? Will it be necessary to look for another route?

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08.09.2025 20:45

Can the spread of fake news about the Armed Forces of Ukraine be considered a war crime?

I recently read a news story about Russia spreading false information about the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the front. I wonder if such actions can be considered a war crime and what legal consequences might await those who spread them?

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