The former German Chancellor stressed the need to consider diplomatic decisions.
The French president visited and showed the restored Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. The historical monument, restored for 700 million euros, will open to visitors on December 7.
Global banks forecast a 9% decrease in income from currency trading and a 17% decrease in interest rates compared to last year. Coalition Greenwich expects a further drop in betting revenue until 2026.
Ukraine's energy system remains under control despite the difficult situation. For businesses that provide 60% of their own consumption, the shutdown has been lifted, and electricity imports from the EU continue.
Deputy Prime Minister Mikhail Fedorov held a meeting with the vice president of Meta on the development of AI in Ukraine. It is planned to create an AI Center of Excellence and use LIama's open source solution for innovative projects.
In Ukraine, the next three days are mostly without precipitation, in some places wet snow and rain are possible. The temperature will range from +3° to -3°, and in December temperatures are expected from -4° to +2°.
EU Ambassador Pavel Nerchinsky commented on the refusal of the Georgian government to negotiate accession to the EU. According to him, this decision contradicts the policies of previous governments and the wishes of the majority of Georgians.
The General Staff of the armed forces of Ukraine reported the defeat of the Atlas Oil Depot in the Rostov region of the Russian Federation with two fires. The Buk-M3 air defense system radar station in the occupied territory of Zaporizhia region was also destroyed.
Nearly half of American consumers are still in debt from last year's holiday season. The average credit card holder owes $7,236, and total card debt has reached a record $1.17 trillion.
In the Rivne region, after the attack of the Russian Federation, all subscribers received electricity according to backup schemes. Despite the improvement in the situation, there are shutdown schedules and possible emergency interruptions.
Scouts burned down the invaders ' radar system worth about UAH 1 billion. four FPV drones with a total cost of UAH 100 thousand were used for the operation.
As a result of a night attack by Russian drones in the Odessa Region, 7 people were injured. 13 residential and country houses, garages, a gas pipeline and a car in three localities were damaged.
Ukraine has received 1 100 million in budget assistance from the Republic of Korea to support the social sphere. The two countries signed an agreement on the possibility of raising up to 2 2.1 billion.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 132 "Shahed" Dragons from different directions. Air defense shot down 88 UAVs in 10 regions, 41 were lost due to electronic warfare, damage to infrastructure and buildings was recorded.
Ben Shalom said that he sees no chance for Tyson Fury to beat Usyk in a rematch. The promoter believes that in the first fight, the Ukrainian won without even showing his best boxing.
Air defense forces repelled the attack of Russian drones on the Kiev region for almost 7 hours. Due to the wreckage of downed targets, a private house was damaged, there were no injuries.
Security forces used special equipment to disperse a thousandth protest near the Georgian parliament after the government refused to negotiate EU membership. 43 people were detained and dozens of people were injured, including 32 policemen.
Over the past day, there were 207 military clashes, most of them in the Pokrovsky direction. The enemy launched 2 missile and 93 air strikes, carried out more than 4,800 attacks.
The Australian Senate has approved a law prohibiting children under 16 from using social networks. Companies face fines of up to $32.5 million for violations, and the law will come into force in 12 months.
Russian troops carried out 80 attacks in different directions, most of them on Pokrovsky and Kurakhovsky - 31 attacks each. Ukrainian defenders successfully repel most attacks, fighting continues in several locations.
In the Rivne region, it was possible to restore electricity supply for 160 thousand consumers thanks to backup schemes. In regions with restored power supply, hourly shutdown schedules will apply from 16:00 to 00:00.
The EU has signed a memorandum on providing Ukraine with macro-financial assistance worth 18. 1 billion euros under the G7 package. The funds are backed by profits from frozen Russian assets.
The EP adopted a resolution calling for providing Ukraine with aircraft, Taurus missiles and air defense systems. The document also calls for tougher sanctions against Iran, Belarus and North Korea for supporting aggression.
Screenwriter Richard Curtis has revealed an unsuccessful attempt to make a sequel to the romantic comedy "Notting Hill". Julia Roberts rejected the idea of a sequel where her character divorces Hugh Grant's character.
The European Council has appointed a new composition of the European Commission for the period from December 2024 to October 2029. Ursula von der Leyen remains president, while Kaya Callas will become supreme representative for Foreign Affairs.
Official Christmas tree fairs will be open in Kiev from December 5 to 31. Trees grown on special plantations will be sold by KCSA utilities.
The World Bank has approved additional funding of додаткове 664 million for the INSPIRE project in Ukraine. The funds will be used for 29 types of social payments to vulnerable segments of the population, the main funding comes from Japan.
The Dutch Defense Minister announced the transfer of three Patriot launchers to Ukraine. This will help protect critical infrastructure and save lives during winter airstrikes.
After the Russian attack, electricity supply was restored in Rovno. Due to possible voltage drops, the RMA head recommends careful use of sensitive electrical appliances.
As a result of a massive attack by the Russian Federation, objects in 14 regions of Ukraine were damaged, and one person was injured in the Odessa region. More than 320 rescuers and 80 pieces of equipment of the State Emergency Service were involved in the elimination of the consequences.
