Antonina Tumanova
In 2025, Russian enterprises in the automotive, metallurgical, machine-building, and construction industries will switch to a shortened work week. This is due to a slowdown in economic activity, a decrease in demand, and Western sanctions.
DTEK announced the cancellation of emergency power outages in the Kyiv region. Earlier, Ukrenergo introduced them in Brovary, Obukhiv, and Boryspil districts.
The head of the elite military unit CAPSAT in Madagascar announced a seizure of power after a vote to impeach Rajoelina. Colonel Michael Randriariana read a statement on national radio.
Emergency power outages have been introduced in Sumy, Kharkiv, Poltava, Dnipropetrovsk, and partially in Kirovohrad, Kyiv, and Cherkasy regions. In Zaporizhzhia region, only industrial consumers have been cut off, while hourly outages are in effect in Chernihiv region.
Ukrenergo has introduced emergency power outages in Brovary, Obukhiv, and Boryspil districts of Kyiv region. In Sumy, Dnipro, Kirovohrad, and Donetsk regions, emergency shutdown schedules are in effect.
The Citizenship Commission under the President of Ukraine has terminated the citizenship of Hennadiy Trukhanov. The decision is based on evidence from the SBU and approved by Presidential Decree.
Ukraine is developing a mechanism to include homeowners in architectural monuments in the "eRecovery" program. The government has approved a resolution that allows confirming the destruction of a monument-dwelling by an Act of Commission Inspection, which opens access to compensation.
Russia is experiencing a shortage of vaccines, particularly for chickenpox, leading to an increase in incidence. Also, newborns are not receiving necessary vaccinations against five dangerous diseases, forcing parents to turn to private clinics.
Three districts of Kharkiv were partially left without electricity due to occupiers' strikes. This happened after a Russian strike destroyed an outbuilding of a medical facility, damaged 12 cars, and injured four people.
Since the beginning of the day, 166 combat engagements have been recorded at the front, the enemy used 1,924 kamikaze drones and carried out 3,249 shelling attacks. In the Pokrovsk direction, 113 occupiers were eliminated and eight armored combat vehicles were destroyed.
As a result of the Russian strike on Kharkiv, an outbuilding of a medical facility was destroyed. Four people were injured, and at least 12 private cars were damaged.
Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported a large fire in the Saltivskyi district after a Russian strike. Local Telegram channels reported power and water outages.
The Russian army struck Kharkiv with a KAB. There is currently no information about casualties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an upcoming meeting with President Trump in Washington on Friday. He also noted that the Ukrainian team has already departed for the US for a series of meetings, and the main topics of the visit will be air defense and long-range capabilities.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi called the peace agreement of American guarantor Donald Trump the "last chance" for peace in the region, affirming the Palestinians' right to an independent state. El-Sisi also awarded Trump the Order of the Nile, the country's highest civilian honor.
Ukraine's First Lady Olena Zelenska discussed support for Ukrainian children with EU High Representative Kaja Kallas. The meeting in Kyiv focused on the psychological and social adaptation of children, as well as humanitarian projects.
A 20-year-old Ukrainian, who was a child during the occupation of Crimea, has been rescued from Russian occupation. He avoided mobilization into the Russian army and returned to Ukrainian-controlled territory.
President Zelenskyy announced the formation of additional helicopter groups to protect against drones. Work is also underway with partners to provide Ukraine with the necessary types of aircraft and increase the production of interceptor drones.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed strengthening the security of Ukraine and Europe with EU High Representative Kaja Kallas. They coordinated Ukraine's priority financial needs for the next year.
A road accident involving a Hyundai Getz and a VAZ 21099 occurred in the Kharkiv region, resulting in injuries to seven people aged 11 to 69. The driver of the Hyundai failed to yield to the VAZ, which was moving in the direction of Chuhuiv.
An explosion occurred in the center of Dnipro, on Uspenska Square, as a result of which a 15-year-old boy sustained a hand injury. He was taken to the hospital, and the police are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
An earthquake of magnitude 5. 7 struck Ethiopia. According to the German Research Centre for Geosciences, it occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Four people were killed and at least 12 were injured in a shooting in Leland, Mississippi, around midnight. There are no suspects yet, and the investigation is ongoing.
In Madagascar, protesters marched for the first time since the beginning of demonstrations to 13 May Square in Antananarivo under military escort. The protests, which began due to water and electricity shortages, have escalated, posing a challenge to President Andry Rajoelina's rule.
Former US President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone therapy for prostate cancer, diagnosed in May. In September, Biden, who turns 83 next month, underwent Mohs surgery to remove cancerous cells from his skin.
In the Belgorod region, fragments of downed missiles were recorded, causing damage to a commercial facility, cars, and a private house. Local channels report a possible repeated attack on the Luch TPP, confirming information about strikes on the TPP in Belgorod.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on Russia's targeted strike on Odesa's critical infrastructure. He expects a report on the restoration of energy supply after 8:00 PM.
In the central part of Giessen, Germany, an unknown assailant opened fire in a betting shop. Several people were injured, and the perpetrator is at large.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a conversation with Donald Trump regarding strengthening air defense and energy cooperation. He also discussed these issues with the Prime Minister of Canada.
Buryatia authorities recommend residents to refrain from eating marmots. This is due to an outbreak of bubonic plague in Mongolia, where 13 cases of infection and 1 death have been recorded.