Ukrainian businesses and state authorities can now submit claims to the newly established International Register of Damage caused by Russian aggression, Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has announced. The mechanism was established under the auspices of the Council of Europe and is intended to record losses caused by the war.
By the end of 2025, the estimated value of direct war-related damages over the past 46 months has reached $195.1 billion. This represents an increase of $64.1 billion (more than 12%) compared to the 4th assessment published in 2024.
Expansion of the register opens new categories for state and business claims
The International Register of Damage (RD4U) has been expanded to include five new categories, allowing for more detailed documentation of the consequences of Russian aggression.
For the state, it is now possible to report damage or destruction of critical and non-critical infrastructure.
For businesses, regardless of ownership type, claims can now include loss or destruction of infrastructure, assets, and income.
This allows the system to account not only for physical destruction, but also for economic losses.
Register documents losses and builds international evidence base
The new categories enable systematic documentation of damages and the creation of an international legal evidence base for future compensation mechanisms.
Claims are submitted through the “Diia” digital government portal. A new tool called “Digital Authorization” allows company executives to submit claims personally or through representatives.
Damage register already covers dozens of categories
Currently, the Register includes 43 categories of claims for individuals, the state, and businesses. Of these, 21 categories are already open for submission.
Compensation infrastructure enters practical phase
In December 2025, 35 countries and the EU signed the Convention establishing a compensation mechanism. The process of launching its full operation is ongoing.
Ukrainian authorities are urging businesses and state institutions to actively submit claims to document losses.
