In 12 months of 2023, Ukraine’s state budget deficit and debt repayment needs totalled USD 59.9 billion, while external financing amounted to USD 42.5 billion. There was no monetary financing – the shortfall was covered mainly by the issuance of domestic government bonds. 10/
Full-scale invasion and national resilience, broadcasted live.
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Ukraine economy adjusting, still needs international support
So, it appears Ukraine economy is adjusting. Yet, Ukraine economy requires international support to continue to operate. 9/
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Ukraine GDP grew 6.5% in Q4 2023, revised 2023 growth to 5.7%
What happened to the economy? NBU estimates that GDP grew by 6.5% in the fourth quarter 2023. NBU improved its estimate of GDP growth in 2023 from 4.9% to 5.7%. 6/
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Ukraine’s GDP dropped 30% from $200B, indirect losses $486B
To put this in perspective, the GDP of Ukraine before the war was $200 bln and dropped by 30% since then. Indirect losses could be as high as $486 bln as reported in the recent World Bank report https://
worldbank.org/en/news/press-
release/2024/02/15/updated-ukraine-recovery-and-reconstruction-needs-assessment-released
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Effect of Russian invasion on Ukraine economy and adaptation: $155B damage
What is the effect of the Russian invasion on the economy of Ukraine and how Ukraine adapted? A summary: 1. As of January 31, 2024, the total documented direct infrastructure damages in Ukraine from the Russian invasion standsat $155 billion
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ATACMS ballistic missile launches at Russian military facilities
⚡️Previously unpublished footage of 🇺🇦ATACMS ballistic missile launches at facilities of the 🇷🇺Russian Armed Forces pic.twitter.com/wvJvsIjSSE
— 🪖MilitaryNewsUA🇺🇦 (@front_ukrainian) 22 février 2024Previously unpublished footage of ATACMS ballistic missile launches at facilities of the Russian Armed Forces
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Among Us, an ER medic dies at the front
Natalia Bokoch, a medic from Zakarpattia, died on the frontline while saving wounded soldiers. Paramedic since 1998, she joined Ukraine’s Armed Forces in 2023 after training in England. Her family mourns a “loving mother, good friend, a bright soul & brave hero.” Eternal Memory!
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1 killed, 9 wounded in Donetsk shelling
One civilian was killed and 9 others were wounded as a result of shelling in the Konstantynivka, #Donetsk region, local authorities reported. Among the wounded are 4 teenagers: aged 12, 14, 15, and 16. : Donetsk RMA
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Bundestag approves more military aid for Ukraine, but rejects Taurus missile supply
In a recent vote, the Bundestag backed further military aid for Ukraine, including "additional long-range weapon systems," but dismissed a motion to supply Taurus missiles, which are essential for to enhance its capability to disrupt logistics.
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Ukrainian Su-24MR modernized for Storm Shadow and SCALP-EG missiles
⚡️The former reconnaissance Su-24MR of the Armed Forces of 🇺🇦Ukraine, now modernized for the use of Western cruise missiles Strom Shadow and SCALP-EG. pic.twitter.com/vWO9UxrLOz
— 🪖MilitaryNewsUA🇺🇦 (@front_ukrainian) 22 février 2024The former reconnaissance Su-24MR of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, now modernized for the use of Western cruise missiles Strom Shadow and SCALP-EG.