Antonina Tumanova
President Zelenskyy discussed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte the negotiations between Ukrainian representatives in the US and Trump's team. US President's Special Representative Stephen Witkoff released a report on the meeting with the Ukrainian delegation.
A massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure has led to emergency power outages in several regions. The established blackout schedules are currently not in effect, and energy workers are working to restore stable power supply.
On the night of December 6, Russian troops attacked Dnipro, burning down a warehouse of gauze, bandages, and tires. 114 rescuers and 35 units of State Emergency Service equipment are working at the scene, and aviation has been involved.
The Zaporizhzhia NPP, occupied by the Russians, was temporarily left without external power supply overnight, marking the 11th such incident since the start of the military conflict. After a half-hour outage, the ZNPP reconnected to the 330 kV power line, but the 750 kV line remained disconnected.
As a result of a massive Russian attack on the night of December 6, large-scale fires broke out in warehouses in Lutsk, Dnipro, and Bila Tserkva. Rescuers engaged robotic systems and aviation to extinguish the blazes.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko reported the destruction of a railway junction station and two electric trains in Fastiv, Kyiv Oblast. Suburban service has already been restored, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs clarified that the enemy destroyed the railway station building.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi visited units in the North-Slobozhansky and Kursk directions, where he heard reports on the operational situation. The situation in the north of Sumy region remains stable, Ukrainian soldiers are holding their lines and inflicting losses on the enemy.
On the night of December 6, Russia attacked 10 regions of Ukraine with drones and missiles, injuring at least 8 people. More than two dozen houses, energy facilities, the railway station in Fastiv, and warehouses were damaged.
President Zelenskyy reacted to Russia's massive attack on December 6, stating that Russians are launching missiles at peaceful cities on St. Nicholas Day to inflict pain on millions of Ukrainians. The strikes damaged civilian infrastructure, including the railway station in Fastiv, enterprises, and residential buildings in various regions.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, in a video address on the occasion of the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, emphasized that no model of security guarantees for Ukraine is possible without the Armed Forces. He stressed that the Ukrainian army is hardened, trained, and technologically advanced.
On the night of December 6, the Ukrainian Air Force shot down 615 out of 704 air targets, including 585 UAVs and 29 cruise missiles. Missile and 60 attack UAV hits were recorded at 29 locations, as well as debris falling at three locations.
On the night of December 6, Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on energy facilities in 8 regions. As a result of the attack, consumers in 6 regions were left without power, and energy workers are carrying out restoration work.
Prosecutor General of Ukraine Ruslan Kravchenko congratulated Ukrainian servicemen on the Day of the Armed Forces, noting 268 prosecutors serving in the Armed Forces. He thanked the defenders for the life, freedom and country they hold on their shoulders.
US President's Special Representative Stephen Witkoff released a report on the meeting with the Ukrainian delegation, where the parties agreed on a framework for security measures and discussed deterrence measures to support lasting peace. Negotiations will resume today for further discussion.
On the night of December 6, the enemy attacked Odesa region with attack drones, damaging an energy facility. Power and heat supply interruptions have been recorded, critical infrastructure has been switched to generators.
In occupied Alchevsk, Luhansk region, the Alchevsk Iron and Steel Works was likely attacked. Local channels report a UAV attack on the city and publish a video where an off-screen voice indicates a possible hit on the oxygen shop.
The Spanish trade union UGT FICA Sevilla accuses Sofitec Aero SL, an Airbus supplier, of falsifying data and using expired materials. This concerns parts for the popular Airbus A320 model, which has led to reduced deliveries.
Irish police have launched an investigation after several drones were detected in a no-fly zone during the arrival of the President of Ukraine in Dublin. Four unidentified military drones violated the restricted airspace near Dublin Airport.
The State Environmental Inspectorate explained which Christmas tree is the most environmentally friendly. This depends on the method of cultivation and subsequent disposal.
The government has decided to change the mechanism for purchasing electricity to cover Ukrenergo's technological losses. This will allow electricity to be purchased at more predictable and often lower prices, which will lead to a slower increase in electricity transmission tariffs.
Vasyl Maliuk reported to President Zelenskyy on the results of the SBU in countering the Russian occupiers. Zelenskyy noted the accuracy of long-range operations and the destruction of Russian logistics.
Three new Ukrainian-language audio guides have appeared in Romania, France, and Belgium, announced First Lady Olena Zelenska. Now, 115 Ukrainian audio guides are operating in 59 countries worldwide.
In the Siversk direction, a Russian soldier shot a Ukrainian Armed Forces fighter who was trying to surrender. The Donetsk Regional Prosecutor's Office has launched a pre-trial investigation into the war crime.
On the eve of St. Nicholas Day, the lights on the 16-meter artificial main Christmas tree of the country were lit on Sofia Square in the capital. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko noted that the theme of the New Year tree was inspired by the frescoes of St. Sophia Cathedral.
On December 6, power outage schedules will be in effect in Ukraine, affecting 0. 5 to 2.5 queues. This is due to the consequences of previous Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Since the beginning of the day, 106 combat engagements have been recorded on the front, the enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. The occupiers carried out two air strikes, dropping five guided aerial bombs, and 105 shellings of the Armed Forces of Ukraine's positions.
Saint Nicholas arrived in Ukraine through the Rava-Ruska checkpoint, where he was processed by border guards. Tomorrow, December 6, Nicholas's residence with gifts for children will open there.
Denmark plans to donate 9. 4 billion kroner to Ukraine in 2026, almost half the amount allocated in 2025. In total, the country has allocated 70 billion kroner for military support to Ukraine.
DBR employees reported a suspicion notice to a TCC serviceman in Lviv region who used force against a 56-year-old Lviv resident, causing injuries of moderate severity. The victim suffered a fracture of the tuberosity of the left humerus, and the serviceman deliberately did not turn on the video recorder.
The Norwegian Ministry of Defense will acquire two more submarines and long-range artillery from Germany, increasing the total cost of the order to almost 100 billion kroner. This is due to rising prices for raw materials and defense equipment, as well as the need to counter the activity of Russian submarines.