The Russian tanker Kairos, part of the 'shadow fleet', ran aground near the Bulgarian city of Ahtopol. There are 10 crew members on board, but evacuation is not yet possible due to a strong storm.
Ukraine's nuclear power plants were forced to reduce generation capacity due to a massive Russian strike on energy infrastructure. Zaporizhzhia NPP temporarily remained without external power, the 750 kV line remains disconnected.
On December 7, Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with clearings and moderate wind. Temperatures will range from light frost at night to above zero during the day, with no precipitation.
The National Bank of Ukraine, on the occasion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Day, presented a special set of commemorative circulation coins with a face value of 10 hryvnias. The coins are dedicated to each branch of the military that is part of the structure of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The IAEA team is checking the condition of the electrical substations that power the NPP after recent attacks on energy infrastructure. Experts also found damage to the protective arch structure over the destroyed fourth power unit of the ChNPP.
The GUR's special unit "Ghosts" eliminated an enemy Buk-M3 anti-aircraft missile system in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast. This happened on the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near the settlement of Svyatotroitske.
The President of Ukraine addressed the participants of the military prayer breakfast on December 6, thanking them for their unity and support of Ukrainian defenders. He emphasized the symbolism of the day, which combines a state and spiritual holiday.
Ukrzaliznytsia has resumed train traffic through Fastiv station after a massive night attack by the enemy. Railway workers promptly carried out all necessary work, which allowed traffic to return to almost normal mode.
The Patrol Police of Ukraine recommends buying New Year's trees only at official fairs where trees are grown specifically for the holidays. It is important to check for chips or labels on the trees and for fencing around the fairgrounds.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the military, their families, and all citizens during the celebrations of the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He emphasized that the Ukrainian army is the foundation of the state's independence and is deterring the Russian invasion.
Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov. The parties discussed the results of the US meeting with the Russians and steps to end the war, as well as future economic projects and the reconstruction of Ukraine.
The Ukrainian energy system suffered its eighth massive attack since the beginning of the year, which led to damage to energy facilities and an increase in the volume of forced restrictions on electricity consumption. Hourly blackouts and power limitation schedules for industry and business are in effect in all regions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated the Ukrainian military on the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, thanking them for defending the country. He emphasized the importance of remembering the fallen and noted the contribution of various units and women to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
A deputy of the Kharkiv City Council was served with a notice of suspicion of high treason and intentional failure to submit annual declarations. According to the investigation, in 2021–2024, the deputy disseminated pro-Russian narratives and facilitated the subversive activities of the Russian Federation.
In 2026, the security and defense sector will receive UAH 2. 8 trillion, of which UAH 1.4 trillion will go to military personnel's monetary allowance. The government assures that payments to military personnel will be made in full without delays.
Since December 1, a program for issuing housing certificates for internally displaced persons, military personnel, and people with disabilities has been in effect. As of this morning, 16.5 thousand applications have been submitted, but the terms for receiving the first certificates remain unknown.
Cardiothoracic surgeon Stanislav Fanta spoke about the dangers of energy drinks for teenagers, which cause stress on the cardiovascular system, dehydration, and the risk of blood clot formation. A legislative loophole allows minors to freely purchase these drinks, leading to heart attacks and the development of diabetes.
Tesla registrations in Europe fell by 12. 3% in November, reaching about 17,000 cars. Excluding Norway, the decline was 36.3%, while in Norway sales increased by 175%.
Dermatologist Yana Kitaieva spoke about proper facial skin care during the cold season, emphasizing the importance of delicate cleansing, intensive moisturizing, and protection. She also revealed common mistakes and highlighted the need for SPF even in winter.
As a result of the night shelling of Odesa by Russian drones, a DTEK energy facility was damaged. More than 50,000 homes were left without electricity, and energy workers are working to restore it.
In six months, the state agency PlayCity updated gambling market rules, blocked over 2,500 online casinos, and collected over UAH 52 million in fines for illegal advertising. The lottery market was also relaunched, which will bring billions of hryvnias to the budget.
The Italian company Prada has successfully completed the acquisition of the fashion house Versace from the American Capri Holdings for 1. 3 billion euros. Versace, founded in 1978 by Gianni Versace, will now join Prada.
Today, a Los Angeles court will announce the sentence for Dr. Salvador Plasencia, who pleaded guilty to illegally selling ketamine to Matthew Perry. Prosecutors are seeking a three-year prison sentence for the 44-year-old Plasencia.
Hungary and Slovakia will appeal to the EU's highest court to challenge the agreement to phase out Russian gas by September next year. Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó stated that the new restrictions are unacceptable, as Hungary cannot ensure energy supply without Russian sources.
Since May 2025, Naftogaz has imported 4. 4 billion cubic meters of gas and plans to reach 5 billion cubic meters by the end of the year. In December, daily import volumes increased by 25%, reaching 26 million cubic meters.
As of December 3, 99% of the heating season has been launched in Ukraine in the residential and social sectors. This includes 70.5 thousand buildings and 24.5 thousand social facilities, including kindergartens, schools, and healthcare institutions.
President Donald Trump closed his eyes several times during an open Cabinet meeting that lasted over two hours. This is the second such incident in the last month, despite his claims of excellent health.
Oracle Red Bull Racing has announced that 21-year-old Isack Hadjar will become the second driver in 2026, replacing Yuki Tsunoda. Hadjar will join Max Verstappen amidst significant technical changes and the debut of the Red Bull Ford power unit.
The document covers the period from 2022 to the first half of 2025 and contains statistics of violations, descriptions of incidents, and response measures by lawyers.
Russian citizen Mykhailo Myrhorodskyi created a criminal group for espionage and sabotage, which planned to derail a train. The prosecutor's office has brought five charges against him, and an international search warrant has been issued.
