Olga Rozgon
The SBU identified three Russian servicemen who committed war crimes in Kharkiv, including the murder and dismemberment of a local farmer. The suspects also looted property that they were trying to take to Russia.
Italy's Brothers of Italy party, led by Prime Minister Maloni, has proposed a bill that would penalize schools for banning Christmas symbols in order to preserve cultural roots. The opposition criticizes it as politicizing religion.
Almost 5 million barrels of Russian Sokol oil are delayed on their way to India due to new US sanctions targeting tankers that violate price limits set by the G7. The sanctions, which affect eight vessels, including six from state-owned Sovcomflot, have left the ships stranded off the Indian coast.
Ukrainian law enforcement officers uncovered a scheme to import counterfeit tobacco products worth more than UAH 4 million, seized counterfeit products during numerous searches, and are investigating to identify all those involved.
The Netherlands is allocating €102 million in winter aid to Ukraine, including funds for humanitarian assistance, demining, infrastructure and energy support, as part of a larger €2 billion aid package planned for 2024.
A 12-year-old girl from the Luhansk region died while undergoing "rehabilitation" in a Russian prison. More than 100 schoolchildren from Luhansk region were hospitalized.
According to Volodymyr Fitio, the Oberig system is aimed at combating corruption among conscripts and military personnel; it is not yet fully integrated with other registries.
Turkish President Erdogan has made Sweden's accession to NATO a condition for the United States to approve Turkey's request to buy F-16 fighter jets and called on Canada to end its arms embargo on Turkey.
Switzerland has pledged an additional 12. 5 million euros in winter aid to Ukraine, bringing the total amount of assistance to almost 28 million U.S. dollars, to support initiatives in the areas of heating, clothing, shelter and clean water.
The Israeli Defense Forces discovered a set of tunnels in the center of Gaza City used by Hamas leaders, strategically located near civilian objects, including a school. These tunnels are equipped with modern equipment.
U. S. Ambassador to NATO Julian Smith said that North Korea has sent more than a thousand containers of military equipment and ammunition to Russia, as seen on satellite images.
Researchers have discovered that the arrow quivers of some Scythian warriors were made of human skin, probably that of their enemies, according to a study published in the journal PLOS One.
Putin has signed decrees on Russia's confiscation of energy assets from European companies considered "unfriendly," which will affect Germany's Wintershall and Austria's OMV. Compensation will be determined by Russia.
In Kherson, a 13-year-old girl sustained an explosive leg injury during an enemy shelling, and psychologists are helping three other children who are now in hospital with their mothers.
ISW analyzed statements by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, who emphasized ongoing military expansion and preparations to support the war in Ukraine. Shoigu repeated threats against NATO. as ISW notes, Russia's military growth is mostly a confirmation of existing troop levels, not new builds.
Melbourne resident Di Sanh Duong was found guilty of spying for China, the first under Australia's 2018 Foreign Interference Act, and faces up to 10 years in prison.
Lviv doctors successfully performed a two-hour surgery to remove a life-threatening 10-centimeter adrenal tumor in a 40-year-old woman who was released home on the fourth day after the operation.
Lars Jorgensen, CEO of Novo Nordisk, has been named the Financial Times Person of the Year for his leadership in developing diabetes drugs with significant weight loss effects, which allowed the company to become the most valuable in Europe in 2023.
A six-story building on Gorokhovaya Street in St. Petersburg that was undergoing renovation collapsed at night; residents had been evacuated earlier, and no casualties were reported.
Ukraine's defense forces are expanding their positions in Kherson and have repelled numerous enemy attacks in various regions, despite Russia's continued missile and air strikes on both military and civilian targets, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure.
In January, the US Congress will return to the issue of aid to Ukraine, and Schumer and McConnell will announce progress in the negotiations, but admit that there are still outstanding issues. They aim to address national security issues, including support for allies such as Ukraine after the crisis.
Trevor Milton, the founder of Nikola Electric Trucks, was sentenced to 4 years in prison and a $1 million fine for fraud. He was found guilty of securities and bank account fraud, with further restitution and parole.
French lawmakers have reached a preliminary agreement on a new immigration bill that aims to streamline the asylum process and strengthen measures to expel illegal migrants, in line with President Macron's election promise.
Turkish President Erdogan said that the EU will slow down the accession process of Ukraine and Moldova, noting that Turkey has faced political delays in its own long-standing application to join the bloc.
A Kyiv resident was sentenced to two years in prison for throwing paint on pedestrians in Podil. The offender, who was caught with the paint and a bicycle, was found guilty of eleven counts of hooliganism.
Russian occupiers are recruiting "cadets" from a fake training complex in Luhansk region, hoping to create a loyal fighting force. The Kremlin's efforts include "patriotic talks" and sending the best recruits to Moscow for further training.
Kyiv police exposed pharmacists at three pharmacies who illegally sold codeine-containing drugs, seized more than 6,000 pills, and charged four people with criminal charges. The suspects face up to three years in prison.
The guerrillas obtained secret documents showing that the Russian machine-building plant did not fulfill the plan for the production of X-32 cruise missiles, producing 61 units out of 80.
The United States has announced the launch of Operation Prosperity Guardian, a multinational initiative to secure shipping in the Red Sea from Houthi attacks.
The cyberattack led to the closure of approximately 70% of Iranian gas stations, with the NIORDC attributing the incident to foreign sabotage, but expecting normal operations to resume soon.