Ukrenergo has announced a schedule of power outages for December 14 with varying numbers of outages throughout the day. The restrictions are due to damage to power facilities caused by Russian attacks.
About a thousand Ukrainians have returned to the temporarily occupied territories. Out of 4.9 million IDPs, 29,000 people have returned to their previous places of residence, most of them to conditionally safe areas.
The European Parliament delegation arrives in Tbilisi and supports a pro-European rally on Rustaveli Avenue. The protesters demand sanctions against the Georgian Dream, and MEPs recognize only the institution of the president as legitimate.
The Israel Defense Forces said it could strike Iran's nuclear facilities after weakening its allies in the region. The Israeli Air Force is increasing its readiness for potential strikes despite Iran's denial of developing nuclear weapons.
President Biden approved another package of military aid to Ukraine, which will include air defense, artillery, drones, and armored vehicles. The White House confirmed that it will continue to provide assistance until the end of the administration's term.
Wreckage of Russian drones in the Pechersk district of Kyiv fell on an open area, without fire or casualties.
After the brain death of a 13-year-old boy from Odesa region, his parents agreed to organ donation. Thanks to this decision, five patients of different ages received life-saving heart, lung, kidney, and liver transplants.
BBC Ukraine has announced the winners of the 20th BBC Book of the Year 2024 literary award in three categories. Each winner will receive a prize of £1000, and publishers will be able to use the award logo.
Developer Nick Shelia created the MNT social network to coordinate pro-European protests in Georgia. The app helps filter out disinformation and is available for download on the App Store and Google Play.
The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, said that there is currently no peace plan from the Trump team, and the Ukrainian side has not seen it. Yermak also expressed hope for fruitful cooperation with the newly appointed special representative Keith Kellogg.
The foreign ministers of 6 European countries and the EU representative sign the Berlin Declaration. The document provides for increased military and financial assistance to Ukraine, as well as support for its Euro-Atlantic integration.
Movement of enemy drones was spotted in the airspace of Kyiv region. Air defense forces are working on targets, and there is a threat of attacks from the eastern and northeastern directions.
The President of Ukraine inspected the aftermath of the December 10 missile attack on Zaporizhzhia by Russia, which killed 11 people. Zelensky ordered to find new premises for the affected hospital and help with equipment.
The Minister of Agrarian Policy announced the creation of an EU-style payment agency for transit distribution of funds. The project is planned to be implemented in 2025 as part of the integration requirements.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief reported enemy losses of about 400 people daily in the Pokrovsk sector in December. Syrskyi noted that this area remains one of the most difficult.
Two rescuers were wounded during the enemy shelling of Stepnohirsk in Zaporizhzhia region. The commander and an employee of the fire and rescue unit were injured and are receiving medical care.
Due to the forecasted wind gusts of 15-20 m/s, the largest flag of Ukraine will be taken down in Kyiv.
The President of Ukraine inspected the equipment of the 27th Rocket Artillery Brigade and listened to a report on the operations. The soldiers were awarded the Bohdan Khmelnytsky and “For Courage” orders.
In the occupied Luhansk region, many kilometers of traffic jams have formed due to the absence of utility workers. Most of the snowplows exist only on paper, and utility workers have been mobilized into the Russian army.
Within a month, a single online platform for relatives of missing soldiers will be launched in Ukraine. It is also planned to change the procedure of criminal proceedings and payments to the families of the fallen.
Dmytro Lytvyn reacted to Orban's statements about a “Christmas truce” with Russia. According to him, Ukraine has been negotiating a large-scale prisoner exchange for two weeks.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine visited the 38th Marine Brigade in the Pokrovsk sector, where fierce fighting continues. Due to the enemy's superior strength, Ukrainian troops have to use non-standard solutions to strengthen their defense.
In Zakarpattia, rescuers found and rescued a 37-year-old tourist from Kyiv who got lost in the mountains. The man with suspected frostbite was handed over to doctors.
Almost 6. 5 million Ukrainians, including 1.6 million applications for children, have applied for ePidtrymka. Half of the funds are spent on utilities, and a significant portion is used to support the army through volunteer funds.
Crimean political prisoner Oleksandr Sizikov, who has a group 1 visual disability, was transferred from the Simferopol detention center to Krasnodar. He was unlawfully sentenced to 17 years for supporting Crimean Muslims, despite the defense's demands to release him on health grounds.
All flights have been suspended at Sochi airport since 19:30 due to the introduction of the “Carpet” plan. This comes amid a large-scale drone attack on Russian regions and occupied Crimea.
Users around the world are reporting problems accessing Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and other Meta services. There are server failures and problems with access to websites.
Ilon Musk's fortune has reached a record $439. 2 billion after the sale of SpaceX shares. The growth of capital was due to Trump's election victory and the success of his companies Tesla, SpaceX and xAI.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation reported UAV attacks on several regions of Russia and Crimea. Explosions were heard in Sevastopol, which was confirmed by the city's Russian-appointed “governor.
Kyiv region is implementing a large-scale program to support war veterans and military personnel. In 2024, the region received funds for 478 apartments and is developing a network of veterans' hubs.
