ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ПЕНСІЙНОГО ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ ВЕТЕРАНІВ ВІЙНИ В УКРАЇНІ

The article is devoted to highlighting the features of pension provision for war veterans in Ukraine, which focuses on socio-economic aspects and legal guarantees. The regulatory and legal acts regulating pension payments for military personnel are analyzed, as well as changes in pension legislation aimed at improving the living conditions of veterans. Particular attention is paid to the problems of veterans’ adaptation to civilian life, access to medical and social services, as well as the impact of military service on pension capacity. The main regulatory and legal acts regulating pension payments to veterans are analyzed, and key problems that arise in the process of their implementation are identified. In particular, attention is focused on such issues as inequality in access to pension benefits, insufficient funding of the system, difficulties in administering payments and adapting veterans to civilian life after completing military service.The study is based on the analysis of official statistics, international experience in pension provision for military veterans, and a review of current Ukrainian legislation. It is determined that the modern system needs reform in order to ensure its stability, transparency and compliance with European standards of social protection.Particular attention is paid to the impact of military actions in eastern Ukraine on the increase in the number of veterans and their social needs. Innovative approaches to improving pension provision are considered, in particular, the digitalization of payment administration processes, the introduction of targeted social support programs, as well as the creation of comprehensive programs for the rehabilitation and reintegration of veterans into society.The article proposes ways to improve the pension system, in particular, revising the principles of pension accrual, strengthening state control over their implementation, increasing the level of financial support and integrating the best international practices.The results of the study can be used to develop strategies and programs of state support for war veterans aimed at improving their social protection and raising the standard of living.