Alla Kiosak
The absence of a reparations loan could lead to a budget deficit of 45-50 billion dollars next year, the President of Ukraine said.
President Zelenskyy stated that the EU's refusal to use frozen Russian funds would weaken Ukraine, potentially affecting the course of the war and diplomacy. He emphasized that without these funds, Ukraine would be in a more vulnerable position, which would reduce Russia's interest in a diplomatic settlement.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the US proposal to divide the Zaporizhzhia NPP unfair, noting that no agreements have been reached on this issue. He emphasized a number of unresolved problems related to the plant's operation, including its militarization and funding for its restoration.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine should be strengthened by the US and Europe if Russia does not stop the war. This includes additional weapons, sanctions, and financial aid.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the issue of using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's needs depends on the political will of partners. The President noted that these funds could be directed to support the Ukrainian army and defense production.
In Kyiv, a Glovo courier hit the 65-year-old father of blogger Kyrylo Stepanets with brass knuckles, causing minor bodily injuries. The police have launched a pre-trial investigation under Article 125 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.
Dictator Putin will appear in one of the episodes of the animated series "Prostokvashino". "Soyuzmultfilm" stated that this should become a tool of "soft power" to promote Russia and its culture.
Apple plans to abandon touch sensitivity and haptic feedback in the camera control button on the standard iPhone 18 model. This may be done to maintain a unified approach across the entire lineup and reduce company costs.
MEPs supported a resolution on abolishing internal borders for the movement of troops and equipment within the EU, which will enhance military mobility. This decision was made against the backdrop of Russia's war against Ukraine, with the aim of rapid cross-border movement of troops and equipment.
According to a Razumkov Center poll, 92% of Ukrainians trust the Armed Forces of Ukraine, while 76% distrust the Verkhovna Rada. 32.5% of respondents believe that events in Ukraine are developing in the right direction.
Details of the Rainer family tragedy have emerged in Los Angeles. Daughter Romy found her father's body, and learned about her mother's death from paramedics. The family's son, Nick, was detained by police.
Information about 360,000 Russian troops in Belarus is not true. According to the Center for Countering Disinformation and Lithuanian intelligence, only a few thousand Russian servicemen are there.
A lawyer has been notified of suspicion of illegally seizing part of the premises of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine in Lviv and legalizing this property. The amount of damages is about UAH 800,000, and the property has been seized.
Great Britain and the EU have agreed on Britain's accession to the Erasmus+ program from 2027, which will open up opportunities for studying and internships abroad for young people. The country will receive a 30% discount on participation, and its contribution in 2027 will be about 570 million pounds sterling.
Since November 24, Kyivstar has launched Starlink Direct to Cell satellite technology, which allows users to stay connected without terrestrial coverage. It is currently available for iPhone 13 and newer models with iOS from 26.2, as well as for Android.
Warner Bros. Discovery's board of directors is likely to reject Paramount Skydance's $108.4 billion offer, backing Netflix instead. Netflix previously offered $72 billion for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Canada plans to open two new consulates in Greenland and Alaska as part of a strategy to strengthen its presence in the Arctic. Foreign Minister Anita Anand emphasized the growing strategic importance of the region, given the advancement of Russian infrastructure and the melting of polar ice.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that security guarantees for Ukraine must be legally binding and supported by the US Congress. He emphasized that this should be a stronger agreement than the Budapest Memorandum or the Minsk agreements.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia is systematically trying to distort the perception of events at the front, and Putin does not count losses. He emphasized that for the Russian leader, losses mean even less when he seeks to use every meter as an argument in negotiations.
President Zelenskyy stated that negotiations with partners concern not only the cessation of hostilities, but also mechanisms for security guarantees for Ukraine. He emphasized that the goal is to prevent a new war.
The President of Ukraine stated that Russia loses about 30,000 soldiers' lives at the front every month. He emphasized that Moscow values power and money more than people.
In 2025, Ukrainian farmers for the first time increased their cattle population and boosted raw milk production by almost 7%. However, up to 25% of dairy farms may close due to price pressure and a lack of funds for modernization in accordance with European requirements.
Providence police have arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting at Brown University that killed two students and injured nine. Seven of the injured are in stable condition, one is in critical but stable condition, and another has been discharged from the hospital.
A man in Sydney attacked an armed man during a shooting at Bondi Beach, snatched his rifle, and disarmed him. This act, captured on video, quickly spread on social media, where users and the Premier of New South Wales called him a hero.
The farewell ceremony for People's Artist of Ukraine Stepan Giga, who passed away on December 12, has begun in Lviv. The farewell will last until 11:00 PM at the Garrison Church, and the funeral will take place the following day at Lychakiv Cemetery.
Zelenskyy reported signals regarding the presidential elections in Ukraine from the United States and personally from the American president. He instructed people's deputies to prepare options for holding elections in case of developments in this direction.
Zelenskyy stated that the Berlin summit is discussing a 20-point plan that includes a ceasefire and legally binding security guarantees for Ukraine. Kyiv seeks to avoid a repeat of the war, insisting on the support of the US Congress for the guarantees.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine continues to work on opening all negotiation clusters within the framework of accession to the European Union. European partners are reacting positively to these steps.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that he has not yet decided on the candidacy of the new head of the Presidential Office. He held consultations with potential candidates, all of whom are ready to lead the institution.
At Bondi Beach in Australia, two armed men opened fire during Hanukkah celebrations, killing 10 people, including one of the shooters, and injuring dozens. Police have apprehended one suspect, and the investigation is ongoing.