Alla Kiosak
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.
Vasyl Khomko, call sign "Beirut", died on October 2, 2025, at the age of 45, covering the retreat of a group. He volunteered in March 2022 and served in the 128th Mountain Assault Brigade and the SSO. The farewell ceremony for the hero will take place on December 5 in St. Michael's Cathedral, with burial at the National Military Memorial Cemetery.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin announced the need to create a security zone along the border with Ukraine. Military analyst Ivan Stupak did not rule out that this is an informational maneuver.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko announced that the prosecution will appeal the verdict against former prosecutor Andriy Molochko, who was sentenced to 7. 5 years for a fatal car accident. The prosecutor's office considers the punishment too lenient, as it had sought 10 years in prison.
The court sentenced Molochny to 7 years and 6 months of imprisonment. He was also deprived of the right to drive a car for 7 years.
This year's New Year's concert on the Champs-Élysées in Paris has been canceled for security reasons to avoid risks from crowds. The midnight fireworks will still take place; television viewers will see a recorded concert on France 2.
The tanker MIDVOLGA-2, carrying sunflower oil, was attacked 80 miles off the coast of Turkey. All 13 crew members are safe, and the vessel continued its journey to Sinop.
Kaja Kallas expressed concern about possible pressure on Ukraine in peace talks and emphasized the importance of reparations credits from frozen Russian assets. She also supported Ukrainian anti-corruption institutions, stressing the importance of trust during the war.
Key issues, from territories to NATO, remain open, and the peace plan is just entering its most difficult phase.
Russian dictator Putin plans to spend about 40% of budget funds on defense and the security bloc, which is a record since the USSR. This indicates the Kremlin's intention to continue the war, despite the budget deficit and cuts in social programs.
Donald Trump has stated his readiness to release his MRI results in response to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's doubts about his physical and mental condition. Trump noted that his MRIs are perfect but did not specify when exactly he would publish them.
December 1 marks the Day of Prosecutors of Ukraine, World AIDS Day, Prisoners for Peace Day, and Neurologist Day. Also on this day, Walt Disney is honored and "Wear a Dress" Day is celebrated.
Vladimir Putin signed the state national policy strategy until 2036, which provides for the formation of a homogeneous civic identity and the integration of occupied Ukrainian territories. The document is aimed at large-scale Russification and the elimination of Ukrainian national consciousness.
An international team of researchers is studying the Semiyarka settlement in Kazakhstan's Abai region, which may be one of the largest Bronze Age centers. Fortifications, metallurgical remains, and ceramics from the Cherkaskul and Alekseevka-Sargary cultures have been found on the territory.
The Ukrainian delegation arrived in Miami for negotiations with the United States. Territorial issues and security guarantees for Ukraine are being discussed within the framework of the American peace plan.
Since the beginning of 2025, almost 185,000 vehicles have been sold through the "Diia" application in Ukraine, of which more than 25,000 have received new license plates of the DI series. Sellers can destroy old numbers if the buyer has chosen new ones, and online transactions are only available for individuals.
US and Ukrainian officials are meeting in Miami to coordinate positions before Trump's delegation travels to Moscow with an updated peace plan. Key disagreements concern territories and security guarantees.
Ukrainian soldiers in the east and south of the country have spoken out against the peace plan supported by Donald Trump, calling it an actual capitulation. They do not agree to concessions regarding the territories that Ukraine controls.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has submitted an official request for a pardon to President Isaac Herzog. The request concerns charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust in three cases.
A massive fire broke out at a chemical waste dump in western Sydney, injuring two firefighters. The blaze is expected to continue throughout Sunday.
Oksana Markarova has been appointed presidential adviser on Ukraine's reconstruction and investment attraction. Her work will focus on improving the country's business climate and financial stability.
Hong Kong authorities are responding to public outrage after a deadly fire by arresting 11 people and warning of measures against inciting unrest. National Security Police questioned the initiator of an online petition with demands to the government.
The director of a private enterprise in Odesa is suspected of illegal construction in a recreational zone on the Black Sea coast. According to the investigation, since 2022, the company has been using the land free of charge and receiving profits from a hotel complex on this plot.
Kyrgyzstan held early parliamentary elections, with 467 candidates vying for 90 seats. This occurred amidst arrests of opposition figures and the closure of independent media outlets.
European stock markets are showing significant growth, with half of the world's top 20 markets being European. Investors are increasing their investments in Europe amid lower inflation and anticipated corporate earnings growth.