Julia Shramko
Nine civilians were injured in the Kyiv district of Kharkiv as a result of an enemy strike. Five were hospitalized, two men are in serious condition.
In Ukraine, heavy rains are expected in the west starting November 20, and cold snap across the country starting November 21. Rain is expected to turn to snow and strong winds, and temperatures will drop to +6...+9 degrees.
Six people were injured in a Russian strike on the Kyiv district of Kharkiv. Initially, three people were reported wounded, no one was seriously injured.
The Verkhovna Rada has started considering the draft budget for 2025. According to the Minister of Finance, the tax bill No. 11416-d should bring in additional UAH 141 billion.
The OPCW confirmed that the evidence provided by Ukraine contained chemical agents for countering riots. More than 4,600 cases of the use of munitions with hazardous chemicals by the Russian Federation have been recorded. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine calls on international partners to take decisive action in response.
Donald Trump calls senators to ask them to support Matt Goetz's nomination for US Attorney General. The Ethics Committee is reviewing allegations against Goetz, who needs majority support to be confirmed.
In October, Ukrainians bought 2. 1 thousand new cars with gasoline engines, down 19% year-on-year. RENAULT Duster was the best-selling car, and VOLKSWAGEN Golf was the best-selling used car.
EU military spending in 2024 will amount to 326 billion euros, which is 1. 9% of the Union's GDP. 17 member states will sign agreements on joint air defense and military research and development projects.
Following a massive attack on the energy infrastructure by Russia, blackout schedules have been introduced. Ukraine imports electricity from Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, and Moldova in the total amount of 4,521 MWh.
Bitcoin reached $92,606 after news of Trump Media's talks to buy Bakkt and Nasdaq's plans. Trump promises to create a strategic bitcoin reserve and a supportive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies.
The French President approved the US authorization for Ukraine to use US weapons on the territory of Russia. The decision was made in response to Russia's escalation and involvement of the North Korean military.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces struck at the arsenal of the 1046th logistics center of the Russian Federation in Karachiv. There were 12 secondary explosions and detonations in the target area.
Overnight, Russia attacked Ukraine with 87 Shahed drones from Kursk, Orel, and Crimea. Ukrainian defense forces destroyed 51 UAVs in nine regions, 30 were lost and one is still in the air.
The Pentagon estimates that more than 11,000 North Koreans are heading to Kursk. There is reason to believe that they may be involved in hostilities on the side of Russia.
The Lebanese side handed over a written response to the US proposal for a ceasefire with Israel. The Lebanese representative confirmed compliance with UN Resolution 1701, which regulates Hezbollah's presence on the border.
The foreign ministers of six major European powers will meet in Warsaw to discuss the war in Ukraine and European security. Also on the agenda is the issue of Trump's possible return to power in the United States.
US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced the preparation of a new military aid package for Ukraine. The aid will include artillery, air defense, armored vehicles and other necessary equipment.
There were 143 combat engagements in the frontline, almost half of them in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors. Defense forces struck nine times at the enemy, destroying an electronic warfare station and other facilities.
German Chancellor Scholz will not reconsider his refusal to supply TAURUS missiles to Ukraine after the US authorized strikes against Russia. Germany was informed in advance of the US decision.
On November 19, a day of mourning was declared in Odesa and the region for the 10 people killed in a Russian missile strike. Among the victims are 7 law enforcement officers, 47 people are wounded.
The European Parliament will hold an extraordinary plenary session with the participation of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The meeting is dedicated to the 1000th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister speaks at an EU Council meeting calling for tougher sanctions against Russia. Sibiga emphasized the importance of lifting restrictions on long-range strikes and fighting Russia's “shadow fleet.
The Ministry of Energy asks not to publish information about the consequences of attacks on energy infrastructure. The enemy uses this data to coordinate new attacks.
The EU Council has adopted new restrictive measures against Iran due to military support for Russia. The restrictions apply to the export of components for missiles and UAVs, as well as ports and shipping companies.
The Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada approved the draft state budget for the second reading with important changes. The general fund expenditures amount to UAH 3709.8 billion.
A ballistic missile strike on a residential area of Odesa killed 10 people, including 7 police officers. 39 people were injured, including 4 children and 14 law enforcement officers.
The C-Lion1 telecommunication cable between Helsinki and Rostock stopped working on Monday morning. Repair work has begun, and restoration may take 5 to 15 days.
The HACCU Appeals Chamber did not satisfy the appeal of the defense of former PrivatBank CEO Oleksandr Dubilet against the decision to arrest him. The court's decision of October 16 on detention remains in force.
A Russian ballistic missile strike on a residential area of Odesa killed 8 people and injured about 20 others. An apartment building, a university and an administrative building were damaged.
China is canceling a 13% tax rebate on aluminum and copper exports starting December 1. This led to a drop in the shares of Chinese companies, while their international competitors showed growth.