People's Deputies
People's deputies are the elected representatives of the Ukrainian parliament, the Verkhovna Rada. They are chosen by Ukrainian citizens in nationwide elections and exercise legislative functions, including adopting laws and other normative acts.
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Ukraine's Parliament Supports Bill to Establish Space Forces
Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, supported a bill to establish Space Forces within the Armed Forces of Ukraine in first reading on 9 November. The proposal includes an early-warning system for enemy missile launches, countermeasures and a national protected satellite communications system. A final vote is still required in second reading.