Ford unveiled the updated 2026 Mondeo in China, which received a refreshed front end, new wheels and colors, and an updated interior with a 27-inch 4K display. The car will be available with three powertrains: two gasoline and one hybrid, all with front-wheel drive.
Before negotiations with Putin, US President's special representative Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner had lunch at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Moscow. The lunch took place in the company of Russian dictator's representative Kirill Dmitriev.
Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Poltava chose a pre-trial measure for the law enforcement officer who on November 30 fatally hit two 17-year-old sisters in Karlivka. He is suspected of violating traffic rules while intoxicated, which led to the death of several people.
Russian drones attacked civilian gas infrastructure facilities, which provide gas production and storage, on December 1 and 2. Destruction was recorded, there were no casualties.
The Ministry of Education and Science has submitted a resolution on co-financing joint scientific projects of higher education institutions, scientific institutions, and businesses for public discussion. The state will cover 40% to 60% of the costs, depending on the size of the enterprise.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Ukraine might have to make "painful concessions" to end Russian aggression, suggesting a referendum could be held. He noted that diplomacy must produce compromises that the parties to the conflict can support.
Russian dictator's spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced that Vladimir Putin will meet with US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff in the first half of the week. The Kremlin will announce the date of the meeting in due course.
Two tankers, Kairos and Virat, carrying Russian oil and under sanctions, exploded off the coast of Turkey in the Black Sea. The causes of the incidents are unknown, and a rescue operation is underway.
Iran will boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in Washington over the US refusal to issue visas to members of its delegation. The Iranian Football Federation has appealed to FIFA for help in resolving the issue.
The Cabinet of Ministers updated the Operational Plan for the Implementation of the State Forest Management Strategy until 2035 (for 2025-2027), Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced. The goal is sustainable development of forestry and transparency of the management system based on the European model.
Ukraine is introducing an electronic exporter's office within the Unified State Electronic Timber Accounting System. This will allow exporters to verify the origin of timber and confirm its legality for export to the EU.
Guinea-Bissau soldiers have appointed Finance Minister Ilídio Vieira Té, a close ally of ousted President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, as prime minister. This follows a military coup that the opposition called fabricated to avoid defeat in the elections.
SE "Forests of Ukraine" is becoming a joint-stock company, Taras Melnychuk announced. This will ensure effective corporate governance and increase competitiveness, without privatization.
NASA's Perseverance rover detected electrical discharges, so-called "mini-lightning," in the Martian atmosphere using audio and electromagnetic recordings. This indicates the planet's ability to produce lightning and has implications for atmospheric chemistry, climate, and future research.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need to assess current ministers regarding their compliance with the challenges of the war and the upcoming winter. He also expects candidates for the ministers of energy and justice.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a reboot of the Presidential Office. Consultations regarding a new head will take place tomorrow, after Andriy Yermak submitted his resignation.
The Kyiv City State Administration has developed an algorithm for obtaining reserve materials for the restoration of damaged houses. Since the beginning of 2022, more than 47 million hryvnias have been allocated for these purposes.
Ukrenergo explained that it does not draw up outage schedules or de-energize consumers, but only determines the scope of restrictions. Oblenergos are responsible for drawing up schedules and distributing queues, and the State Energy Supervision is responsible for fairness.
A Shahed drone fell on the territory of one of the enterprises in Chernihiv. In a neighboring community near Chernihiv, a drone hit a private house.
In Kyiv Oblast, a 46-year-old man repeatedly struck a 48-year-old woman on the head with a hammer during an argument. The victim was hospitalized, and the man was notified of suspicion.
The Russian economy is entering its final phase in 2025 with a rapid deterioration of corporate performance, an increase in non-payments by state structures, and a deepening crisis in entire sectors. The accumulated net financial result of organizations in January–September fell by 7.7% year-on-year, and the total losses of Russian organizations over nine months increased by almost a quarter year-on-year, reaching 6.52 trillion rubles.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine actively destroyed Russians who were fleeing to Huliaipole; the situation has been stabilized. Earlier, the MP reported on the presence of Russians in Huliaipole.
Member states of the International Maritime Organization did not support Russia, which failed to secure a seat on the IMO Council. For several months, Ukraine had been explaining to its partners the true picture of Russian attacks on ports and civilian vessels.
The State Employment Service has named 10 common mistakes to avoid in a new workplace. Adapting to a new job is no less important than finding one.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, during a meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, stated Budapest's readiness to provide a platform for negotiations on "conflict resolution" in Ukraine. The leaders also discussed a possible Russian-American summit in Budapest and cooperation in the energy sector.
The sanctions coalition imposed restrictions on over 500 entities in Russia's energy sector, including oil tankers and financial institutions. This led to a decrease in the price of Russian oil and a reduction in its exports, forecasting significant losses for the Russian budget.
US President Donald Trump will host the G20 at his golf resort in Miami next year, personally determining the guest list. He will not invite South Africa, which chairs the G20 this year and has incurred his wrath.
The debates in the case of the fatal road accident involving former prosecutor Andriy Molochko have concluded. The prosecution requests 10 years of imprisonment.
Latvia, the leader of the Drone Coalition, has supplied Ukraine with about 12,000 drones this year. President Zelenskyy discussed defense support and sanctions pressure on Russia with Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže.
On November 28, power outage schedules will be in effect in all regions of Ukraine. Restrictions will be applied from 00:00 to 23:59, covering from 0.5 to 2.5 queues of consumers.
