Naftogaz Group and Polish company ORLEN have signed agreements for the supply of at least 300 million cubic meters of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US. This will contribute to diversifying supply routes and strengthening Europe's energy security.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has privately stated that J. D. Vance is the favorite for the Republican nomination in 2028. Rubio will support Vance if he decides to run.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced the imminent launch of an Instructor School, which will become a platform for accumulating and transferring combat experience. He emphasized the unacceptability of involving instructors in other tasks not related to unit training.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, at least 1,436 citizens from 36 African countries are fighting in the Russian army in Ukraine, although the actual number may be higher. Russia recruits them using various methods, promising money or deception, and most of them die on the front lines.
As the state spends billions on the army and social programs are cut, HIV infection is spreading at a catastrophic rate. The Irkutsk region recorded 611 new cases of infection in the first five months of 2025, and the total number of infected people exceeds 31,000.
A group of fraudsters, led by Yermak D. S., was detained for attempting to extort 100 thousand dollars. He impersonated the cousin of the Head of the Presidential Office, Andriy Yermak, promising to arrange a high position in the Presidential Office.
Cloudy and foggy weather is expected in Ukraine over the weekend, with temperatures ranging from +9 to +15 degrees. Rains will cover a significant part of the country on Sunday. In Kyiv, the temperature will be +8 to +12 degrees, with possible light rain and fog.
On November 6, 2025, drones of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine hit the Sterlitamak petrochemical plant in Bashkortostan. A fire broke out in the agidol production workshop at the enterprise, which manufactures products for the Russian army.
Apple Inc. is developing a budget Mac, codenamed J700, that will cost less than $1,000 to compete with Chromebooks and entry-level Windows PCs. The device, powered by an iPhone processor and featuring an LCD display, is aimed at students and users who browse the web and work with documents.
New court documents have revealed that the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein had accounts at Goldman Sachs and HSBC banks. This information came to light after the release of materials as part of a settled case between JPMorgan Chase and the U.S. Virgin Islands authorities.
Côte d'Ivoire's Constitutional Council has confirmed the results of the presidential elections. Alassane Ouattara secured a fourth term with 89.8% of the vote.
Cameroon security forces killed 48 civilians in response to protests against the re-election of President Paul Biya, the world's oldest ruler. Most of the victims died from live ammunition, although several people died from injuries sustained during beatings with batons and sticks.
The main New Year's tree will be installed on Sofiyska Square, but the city will not spend budget funds. Patrons will cover all expenses and responsibility for the location.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has expressed his readiness to meet with US President Donald Trump. This information came from the secretary of the South Korean parliamentary intelligence committee after a closed meeting with the National Intelligence Service.
The Prosecutor General's Office reported details of searches of a NABU employee who was conducting covert surveillance. He did not provide clear explanations regarding the legality of his actions, referring to the instructions of the management.
The European Commission has published reports on political developments in 10 EU candidate countries, positively assessing most but sharply criticizing Georgia. The report points to a significant democratic backsliding in Georgia due to repressive measures against civil society, media, and the opposition.
The head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, Oleh Kiper, banned the operation of the Palladium hotel and restaurant complex for the duration of an inspection due to the playing of Russian-language content. This happened after a video circulated online showing the club's DJ playing a song by a Russian artist.
Germany intends to increase financial aid to Ukraine by approximately 3 billion euros next year. This will cover artillery, drones, armored vehicles, and the replacement of two Patriot air defense systems.
An outbreak of Coxsackie disease has been recorded in the Kyiv region, with 13 children falling ill, 12 of whom have already recovered. Specialists are conducting an epidemiological investigation, and no new cases have been registered.
Russia has temporarily banned the export of technical sulfur until the end of 2025 to ensure fertilizer production and avoid shortages. This decision indicates deepening problems in the Russian chemical industry, despite Russia's status as one of the largest sulfur producers.
Over the past day, 103 combat engagements took place on the front, the enemy is active in the Sloviansk, Pokrovsk, and Oleksandrivka directions. Ukrainian defenders stopped enemy attacks and achieved partial success in certain areas.
Russian propagandists are actively creating fake Telegram channels and social media pages that mimic the official resources of the "Timur Special Unit" of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. Their goal is to mislead potential volunteers and discredit Ukrainian military intelligence.
Former England captain Sir David Beckham received a knighthood from King Charles III for his services to football and British society. The ceremony took place in Berkshire, where the footballer was accompanied by his wife Victoria and parents.
According to intelligence, the program launched in Russia is aimed at preparing children for participation in armed conflicts where drones are used for reconnaissance, strikes, and killings.
Investigative actions are being carried out in one of Energoatom's branches. It is currently unknown whether the searches are related to the case of the embezzlement of UAH 100 million during the construction of a nuclear fuel storage facility.
In Dobropillia, Donetsk region, a man was trapped under the rubble of a partially destroyed 5-story building after a Russian airstrike. SES rescuers freed him from under the debris on the 3rd floor, provided assistance, and handed him over to medics.
At the University of Mississippi, Vice President J. D. Vance embraced Erika Kirk, the widow of the slain activist Charlie Kirk. This episode sparked a heated discussion on social media, where Erika's behavior and her words about Vance's resemblance to her late husband were criticized.
On November 3, 2025, near the village of Kruhliakivka, Kupyansk district, occupiers used FPV drones to kill two unarmed civilians who were walking with a white flag, and their dog. The Kharkiv Regional Prosecutor's Office has launched a pre-trial investigation into the war crime.
Deputy Prosecutor General Mariia Vdovychenko met with UN Women Representative in Ukraine Sabine Freizer Gunes. They discussed the results of the first gender audit in prosecutor's offices and Ukraine's first criminal proceeding on systemic harassment.
A citizen of Eastern Europe, who turned out to be an FSB agent and was involved in arsons on behalf of the enemy, has been detained in the Kyiv region. He faces up to 10 years in prison for obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and intentional destruction of property.
