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Lockdown canceled in Kyiv – Mayor Klitschko

Kyiv has been in the red quarantine zone since March 23.

14:00, 28.04.2021

Kyiv may ease lockdown bans before month-end

The capital has been in the "red" zone since March 23.

11:55, 21.04.2021

Kyiv official elaborates on possibility of lockdown after April 30

The local authorities will develop additional rules for Orthodox Easter and May holidays.

11:30, 15.04.2021

No need for nationwide lockdown in Ukraine yet – PM Shmyhal

The prime minister is sure the adaptive quarantine model works well.

16:20, 14.04.2021

Kyiv lockdown extended until April 30

The COVID-19 situation in the capital city has not improved significantly.

13:35, 14.04.2021

Kyiv to decide on further COVID-19 lockdown on April 14 – Mayor Klitschko

The municipality will take a decision depending on the epidemiological situation.

13:35, 12.04.2021

COVID-19 in Ukraine: Half of regions put in "red" quarantine zone

Earlier, the Ministry of Health said the whole country could be put on lockdown if the "red" quarantine level is introduced in 50% to 70% of the regions.

22:00, 11.04.2021

Kyiv mayor Klitschko calls for nationwide lockdown

In the absence of mass vaccination against COVID-19, "the country is facing a disaster."

16:20, 09.04.2021

Kyiv mayor doesn't rule out COVID-19 lockdown may last until May 10

Kyiv on April 5, 2021, re-introduced a lockdown over the worsened epidemiological situation.

18:55, 08.04.2021

Kyiv to decide on extending lockdown next week, official says

The local authorities have not discussed a possible curfew in the capital city.

12:20, 05.04.2021

Lockdown in Kyiv may continue after April 16, official says

A new lockdown in the capital city will be in force from April 5.

16:30, 01.04.2021

Most Ukrainians back new lockdown if COVID-19 cases surge – poll

Some 34% are against.

14:25, 01.04.2021

Kyiv authorities mulling curfew over COVID spike – source

The issue is likely to be considered in Parliament April 6.

19:30, 31.03.2021

Kyiv Mayor Klitschko announces lockdown from April 5

The restrictions will be in force until April 16.

16:20, 31.03.2021

Ukraine may expect several lockdowns soon over surges in COVID-19 cases – expert

Tough quarantine restrictions are now in effect in the red regions.

13:10, 29.03.2021

NSDC secretary says full lockdown across Ukraine not ruled out

The Council may soon hold a separate meeting on COVID.

19:30, 24.03.2021

Defying quarantine precautions, Moscow Patriarchate sets up processions across Ukraine

The events were held in Zaporizhia, Kyiv, Severodonetsk, Kharkiv, Kherson, Cherkasy, and other cities.

11:05, 22.03.2021

Zelensky calls on local authorities to support citizens, businesses amid lockdown

The head of state says the government will double the volume of assistance pledged by local authorities.

23:45, 19.03.2021

Situation "critical": Kyiv region introducing lockdown following capital city

The authorities urge residents to treat the measure with understanding.

18:45, 19.03.2021

Infectious disease expert speaks up for immediate nationwide lockdown

The doctor is also against holding mass events, in particular concerts.

11:30, 19.03.2021

Experts predict Ukraine may see inflation accelerate

The National Bank is highly likely to raise the key policy rate again.

15:40, 17.03.2021

Minister Stepanov explains when Ukraine may re-impose tough lockdown

He predicts that March and April will be the most difficult periods.

18:59, 09.03.2021

Most Ukrainians back new lockdown if COVID-19 cases surge – poll

At the same time, 41% are against.

14:50, 05.03.2021

Ukraine seeing third COVID-19 wave – PM Shmyhal

The prime minister spoke up for tougher measures.

15:15, 04.03.2021

EU borders remain closed for tourists – statement

At the same time, the unhindered flow of goods and services within the Single Market must be ensured.

14:00, 26.02.2021

Preliminary results: Minister Stepanov updates on impact of new lockdown on COVID-19 cases

The enhanced quarantine is in effect in Ukraine from January 8 to January 24.

11:30, 22.01.2021

Health officials not to insist on extending lockdown – Rada committee chair

From January 25, Ukraine will return to the adaptive quarantine mode.

20:10, 17.01.2021

Masks, social distancing until year-end: Shmyhal on quarantine prospects

In February-March, Ukraine is set to get the vaccine, PM notes.

11:30, 15.01.2021

Ukraine to see lockdown results two weeks after its completion – epidemiologist

Ukraine should see a decline in the ascertainment rate, the expert said.

19:20, 14.01.2021

Number of new daily COVID-19 cases keeps growing in Ukraine as of Jan 14

The total number of confirmed cases has reached 1,138,764.

10:40, 14.01.2021

Entrepreneurs can now be fined for allowing customers to break health safety rules

Employees will also face fines for not wearing a mask.

09:50, 14.01.2021

Gov't could extend quarantine until 2023 – media

Meanwhile, lockdown will be in effect in Ukraine until January 24.

20:15, 13.01.2021

Health chief insists on extending lockdown in Ukraine beyond Jan 24

Lockdown was enforced in Ukraine from January 8.

23:45, 12.01.2021

Police record over 1,500 violators of quarantine curbs since January lockdown

Within three days, police officers drew up 848 administrative protocols for violating the rules of quarantine of people and issued 3,658 regulations for non-compliance with the face-mask requirements.

15:40, 11.01.2021

January lockdown: Goods allowed for sale in supermarkets

Supermarkets are allowed to work amid the quarantine.

12:45, 11.01.2021

Minister Stepanov says it's tough quarantine rather than lockdown in Ukraine

The norms were developed taking into account the opinion of leading Ukrainian epidemiologists and infectious disease specialists, as well as relying on international experience.

21:57, 09.01.2021

Health minister urges strict compliance with lockdown bans

According to Stepanov, the opinion of leading epidemiologists and infectious disease experts was taken into account when introducing quarantine.

12:20, 08.01.2021

Lockdown in Ukraine on Jan 8-24: Regulations

The new rules will be in effect throughout the country.

10:15, 08.01.2021

Rail giant elaborates on transportation amid new lockdown in Ukraine

Ukrzaliznytsia promises to take all anti-epidemic measures for the safety of passengers.

15:15, 06.01.2021

Kyiv to close all festive locations amid lockdown

They will cease their work pending additional anti-epidemic curbs.

10:40, 06.01.2021

Cabinet extends list of goods allowed for sale amid upcoming lockdown

Over the next days, the government is expected to brief citizens on more details of scheduled restrictions.

09:25, 06.01.2021

Winter lockdown in Ukraine may be postponed – media

The government may also shorten its duration or soften restrictions.

14:25, 05.01.2021

Health minister lists goods allowed for sale amid January lockdown

The issue of household chemicals will be clarified at a government meeting on Tuesday.

13:35, 05.01.2021

Health Minister names main reason for January lockdown

The tightening of quarantine is necessary to ensure that no lockdowns are introduced afterward.

11:55, 05.01.2021

Ukraine's government not to give up January lockdown plans

An increase in new cases is expected after New Year's Day celebrations.

11:55, 28.12.2020

PM Shmyhal: Ukraine manages to flatten COVID-19 curve

He says the lockdown scheduled for January 8-24 will not be as strict as the one this spring.

11:30, 18.12.2020

PM Shmyhal: Quarantine in Ukraine may last until late Feb

The prime minister does not expect the coronavirus epidemic to end in summer.

11:05, 18.12.2020

Most Ukrainians back lockdown from Jan 8 – poll

Some 52% of the respondents believe the spread of the coronavirus will subside due to the lockdown.

15:15, 17.12.2020

Health Minister Stepanov warns about COVID-19 surge after holidays

Ukraine will be put on lockdown from January 8 to January 24, 2021.

14:25, 16.12.2020

Cabinet introduces new quarantine restrictions from Dec 19

On New Year's Eve, restaurants and cafes will be allowed to remain open until 01:00.

22:30, 14.12.2020