Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban opposed the EU's decision to start accession talks with Ukraine, saying the country was not ready and calling the decision erroneous and irrational. He abstained from voting.
A spokesperson for the Ukrainian Air Force said that one X-47M Kinzhal missile was shot down over Kyiv.
MP Olena Shulyak has been re-elected as the head of Ukraine's Servant of the People party and intends to focus on European integration, fighting corruption and rebuilding the country.
The $886 billion defense bill includes funding for the Pentagon, a 5. 2% pay raise for the military, and $800 million in support for Ukraine.
The Cabinet of Ministers adopted a resolution to allocate UAH 777. 8 million from the Anti-Covid Fund in 6 areas, 5 of which amount to UAH 743.4 million are illegal, as they do not relate to measures to prevent the disease and combat its consequences.
The Ministers of Agriculture of Ukraine and Bulgaria discussed the start of sunflower exports under the license regime, and Ukrainian exporters are preparing to apply for licenses. The talks also covered exports of other crops, such as rapeseed and wheat.
Ukrainian fencer and soldier Fedir Yepifanov died defending Ukraine from the Russian invasion. He was an outstanding athlete, a member of the national team and a master of sports.
Currently, we deliver to Poland, the Czech Republic, Germany, and Italy. The greatest demand is observed in Poland, where 1511 certificates were sent.
Russians shelled a high-rise building in Antonivka in Antonivka, Kharkiv region, wounding a 79-year-old resident of one of the apartments.
Russia has appointed a new commander for the destroyed Ukrainian cruiser Moskva. The DIU released an extract from the order of Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu
President of Ukraine Zelenskyy thanked King Harald V, the royal family and the people of Norway for their substantial support following the Norwegian-Ukrainian summit aimed at strengthening defense and economic relations.
In Kharkiv region, the SBU detained a Ukrainian recruited by russia to spy on the Ukrainian Armed Forces. He was sentenced to 15 years for high treason.
The Ministry of Culture of Ukraine has included the traditions of Lenten cabbage rolls and Obukhiv towel making in the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Local communities have until December 20 to submit a 5-year plan for preserving the traditions.
Zelenskyy and Niinistö discussed the Ukrainian Formula for Peace and shared their views on the need to consolidate the international community.
The sanction of the article provides for a fine of two thousand to five thousand five hundred tax-free minimum incomes or imprisonment for a term of two to five years.
The Air Force of Ukraine successfully shot down all 10 enemy Shahid drones.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announces additional financial support for Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy insists that postponing talks on Ukraine's EU membership will show Putin's influence.
"The shuttle service between Teremky and Demiivska metro stations in Kyiv will not significantly improve transport links, as they carry only a fraction of the required number of passengers, says expert Oleksandr Grechko. Repair work on the "blue line" is causing more congestion and dependence on ground transportation.
According to ENTSO-E's decision, Ukraine can import up to 1. 7 GW of electricity, solving the problem of capacity shortages in the power system. The Prime Minister called for active use of this opportunity and urged citizens to save electricity.
Fragments of a Russian missile attack on Kyiv damaged infrastructure, including a residential building and a kindergarten; 53 people were injured. Mayor Klitschko inspected the scene and discussed the issue of housing for the displaced.
Wife of UOC (MP) church rector "guided" enemy missiles at Ukrainian Armed Forces positions near Zaporizhzhia.
The Russians are stepping up surveillance in occupied Luhansk, installing facial recognition cameras and increasing the number of patrols targeting deserters and men of military age. Adverse weather conditions have limited the use of drones and air power, so Russian forces are relying on artillery.
Russian troops shelled Sumy region of Ukraine twice during the night, resulting in five explosions.
Kyiv police are investigating negligence in the construction and maintenance of a subway tunnel that led to its depressurization and subsequent flooding. Searches are being conducted in public organizations and a private company to identify those responsible.
As stated in the documents, in order to eliminate the negative impact on taxpayer behavior and increase the stability of the private sector, the principles of taxation of excess profits of companies will be discussed.
Ukraine's youth national team is leading in Division 1B of the World Cup, having won the first two matches with a score of 5:1. The next match will take place on December 14 against Italy.
By June 2024, Ukraine should adopt a law that will strengthen the Bureau of Economic Security (BES), increase its capacity to fight major economic crimes, and improve the mechanisms for selecting and employing its employees.
Ukraine commits to fill 24 new positions in the High Anti-Corruption Court by the end of July 2024, according to a memorandum published by the IMF, ensuring a competitive selection process with the participation of the international community.
The state of emergency declared in Vinnytsia region in connection with the hepatitis A outbreak has been lifted; the region is now focusing on preventive measures and surveillance.
