John Tinniswood has died at the age of 112, a few months after being recognized as the oldest man in the world. He was born in the year of the Titanic crash, survived two world wars and two pandemics.
The court sentenced in absentia the former rector of the Cathedral of the Kherson Diocese of the UOC-MP for high treason. Archimandrite Alexey collaborated with the invaders, blessed the pseudo-referendum and fled to the Crimea.
From April to August 2024, 23,448 male students over the age of 30 were expelled from Ukrainian universities. According to the results of inspections of the State Administrative Service of Ukraine, 8 criminal proceedings were opened against university officials.
An Air Alert has been declared throughout Ukraine due to the threat of the enemy using ballistic weapons. The air forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine urge the population to be careful in all areas.
the FSB accused British diplomat Edward Pryor of providing false information and subversive intelligence work. The diplomat was ordered to leave Russia within two weeks, and the British ambassador was summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry calls on citizens to observe security measures due to the protests in Pakistan. Thousands of people took to the streets of Islamabad demanding the release of imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan.
EU High Representative Josep barrel declared the independence of European support for Ukraine from the US position. He stressed the importance of continuing assistance to Kiev and stressed the strategic autonomy of the EU.
Most regions of Ukraine have changed their power outage schedules at the behest of Ukrenergo. In some regions, a new queue of blackouts was added, while in others, the start time of blackouts was shifted to 13:00.
Ukraine is expected to have the coldest night of the week with temperatures down to -11 degrees in Chernihiv region. On Wednesday afternoon, it will warm up to +4-7 in the west, with possible precipitation in the form of rain and sleet.
The defense ministers of Germany, France, Italy, Poland, and the UK met in Berlin to discuss military assistance to Ukraine. They emphasized the importance of coordination and efficient use of defense budgets.
Ukrzaliznytsia has launched train ticket sales according to the new 2025 schedule. Starting from December 15, tickets are available for most domestic routes, including new destinations to Solotvyno, Yasinia, and Rakhiv.
Russia's maritime oil exports fell by 150,000 barrels per day by November 24. The largest decline occurred in Russia's western ports, where shipments fell by 25% compared to last month.
Due to the frosty weather, electricity consumption increased by 5%, and blackout schedules were introduced from 14:00 to 21:00. In the Ternopil region, there are emergency blackouts due to drone attacks, and 38 settlements are without power due to bad weather.
Overnight, drones attacked several targets in the Rostov region of Russia, including airports and warehouses. According to the Russian defense ministry, 24 UAVs were shot down, with the most obvious hit reportedly at Taganrog airport.
A Russian agent who set up a tripwire with a grenade to kill police officers was detained in the center of Kyiv. The attacker turned out to be a repeat offender who acted on the instructions of Russian special services, the SBU reported.
Neuralink has announced the start of research on the N1 implant for controlling a robotic arm with the help of thoughts. The project will expand the capabilities of the neurocomputer interface for people with paralysis.
A critical infrastructure facility in the Ternopil region was damaged as a result of a nighttime UAV attack. Network restrictions have been imposed in the region, and there is no stable electricity supply.
Director of A-95 Sergiy Kuyun predicts a decline in fuel prices in December due to seasonal factors and pre-holiday promotions. The expert spoke about the NBU's forecast of fuel price increases in 2024-2025.
The head of the German planning staff said that a meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's defense might be held in December. The option of a meeting at the level of state leaders with the participation of the US President is being considered.
Social networks are discussing the possible engagement of 50-year-old Leonardo DiCaprio to model Vittoria Ceretti. The rumors arose after a diamond ring appeared on the model's finger, but insiders deny the information.
Ambassadors from Ukraine and 32 NATO countries meet in Brussels to discuss Russia's experimental hypersonic missile strike. Kyiv expects concrete results, but NATO diplomats do not predict any significant decisions.
Russia made 191 attack attempts in various directions, using aircraft, missiles and artillery. Ukrainian defenders repelled attacks and inflicted significant losses in manpower and equipment on the enemy.
Satellite images revealed the expansion of the “February 11th factory” in the DPRK, where KN-23 missiles are produced. These missiles are used by Russian troops in Ukraine, although both countries deny the transfer of weapons.
G7 ministers plan to increase pressure on China over its assistance to Russia in the war against Ukraine. New sanctions and measures against Russia's “shadow fleet” are expected to be adopted.
The SPD has unanimously nominated Olaf Scholz as its candidate for chancellor in the early elections in 2025. The decision came after the rejection of the more popular Boris Pistorius and the collapse of the “traffic light coalition”.
Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi briefed the President on the situation in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia and the Kursk sector. The most difficult situation is now in the Kurakhove sector, where work is underway to strengthen positions.
Air quality on the left bank of Kyiv returned to normal as of 14:00 on November 25. KCSA has canceled all previous recommendations to limit outdoor activities.
Oil prices have stabilized after a 6% rise last week due to tensions between the West, Russia and Iran. Brent is trading at $74.91, WTI at $70.89 per barrel.
In the village of Solonchaky, Russians attacked people with an FPV drone during the distribution of humanitarian aid. Five wounded were taken to the hospital, two of them in serious condition.
In Nikopol, a kamikaze drone attack left two people with moderate injuries. A gas station and a car were damaged.
