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NBU declares Megabank insolvent - bank's major shareholder.
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) declared Megabank (Kharkiv) insolvent, Viktor Subotin, the majority bank shareholder (70.56% of the shares), said on Friday.
"On June 2, the National Bank declared Megabank insolvent. This is the first time a bank was classified as insolvent during the war," the bank's press service quoted Subotin as saying.
At the same time, Subotin called on the parliamentarians of Ukraine to assess the actions of the National Bank in general and, in particular, the decision to recognize Megabank as insolvent.
According to the National Bank of Ukraine, as of May 20, 2021, its main shareholders were Viktor Subotin - 70.56% (direct and indirect participation), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) - 11.3%, German Development Bank KfW - 11.3%, Olena Subotina - 8.2% and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) - 4.5%.
According to the NBU, as of March 1, 2022, Megabank ranked 24th in terms of assets (UAH 11.193 billion) among 69 banks operating in the country.
Ukrnafta will reduce electricity consumption at its filling stations.
PJSC Ukrnafta will reduce electricity consumption at its gas stations from 17:00 to 07:00, the company’s press service reported.
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Russians carry out six missiles, 63 air strikes on Ukraine’s territory over day.
The Russian invaders carried out six rocket and 63 air strikes during the day, and also carried out 41 multiple rocket launchers on positions of Ukrainian troops and settlements, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports.
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Scholz: We hope that six more Patriot systems to be found for Ukraine from NATO.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said that NATO countries can provide Ukraine with seven Patriot air defense systems, one of them will be transferred by Germany.
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Ukraine continues to advocate creation of separate intl tribunal which would have mandate to overcome immunity of leaders of aggressor country – Mudra.
Deputy Head of the President’s Office Iryna Mudra and Executive Director of the International Bar Association Mark Ellis discussed international mechanisms for restoring justice for Ukraine.
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Russians in 2023 use Western machine tools, their spare parts for $355 mln in production.
Russians use Western numerically controlled machines in production, in total, in 2023, machines and their spare parts worth a total of $355 million were seen in military production in the Russian Federation, Head of the President’s Office of Ukrai...
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'How dare you try to ban smoking when you drink in front of your kids!' Smoking ban debate KICKS OFF.
The Sun delivers breaking news, latest gossip and incredible exclusives around the world with hubs in London, New York, Scotland and Ireland. Covering topics from news, money and sport along with our famous Fabulous Magazine, The Sun is the bigges...
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Murder trial begins for Karen Read, accused of killing her police officer boyfriend.
A murder trial starts Tuesday for Karen Read, a Massachusetts woman accused of murdering her boyfriend, who was a police officer, in 2022. Her lawyers say Read is being framed as part of a cover up involving multiple law enforcement agencies, and ...
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Collar camera captures cat's capers
SOUND ON: A London cat owner wanted to figure out where his cat, Snowy, wanders to during the day. So, he attached a camera to the 18-month-old pet's collar, revealing his adventures and happy meows around the neighborhood. ––– Subscribe to ABC Ne...
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Caitlin Clark’s starting salary reveals major pay gap in women’s sports.
The No. 1 draft pick is slated to make a little over $76,000 during her rookie season with the Indiana Fever — just quarters on the dollar compared to her male counterparts. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news an...
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Trailer: 20/20 ‘The Preacher’s Wife’ - Premieres April 19 on ABC.
A beloved young pastor was shot dead by his wife. Why did she do it? 20/20 “The Preacher’s Wife” full episode premieres Friday, April 19th on ABC. Stream later on Hulu.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson says he will not resign amid criticism.
Some House Republicans have already come out against Johnson’s plan to bring four separate spending measures to the House floor. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events on ABC News Live: Watch full ep...
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