ISW: an increase in Russian military spending to 41% of the budget in 2025 does not guarantee an increase in military capabilities. A significant part of the funds will be spent on social payments, which may weaken the country's economy.
Mass protests continue in Georgia over the authorities ' decision to postpone EU accession negotiations until 2028. In two days, 107 protesters were detained, 42 law enforcement officers received injuries of varying severity.
Due to the consequences of the Russian attack on the power grids of the Kherson region, some restored sections will be turned off again. Shutdowns are necessary to balance the power system, and all services are working to stabilize the situation.
Offline education and public events are being suspended in the Slavyansk city tergromada due to the security situation. Only events with the participation of no more than two people are allowed.
Representatives of 20 countries visited the destroyed gostomel airport and the blown-up Romanovsky bridge in Irpen. The purpose of the visit was to develop mechanisms for restoring the transport infrastructure of Ukraine.
Newsweek analyzed the possible consequences of a nuclear strike by an American B-83 bomb on Moscow, Beijing and Pyongyang. It is estimated that the total number of victims may reach more than 4 million people.
The president of Ukraine stated the need for direct cooperation with the newly elected US President Donald Trump. Zelensky also announced upcoming meetings with appointed special envoy Keith Kellogg.
The Cabinet of ministers allowed to book dentists and prosthetics for the period of martial law. Ministries that will be able to grant the status of a critical enterprise and new conditions of remuneration for armored personnel carriers have been identified.
President Zelensky said that a strong Ukraine is the only chance to prevent Russia's war with Europe. According to him, Putin can attack NATO countries if Ukraine is forced to make an unprofitable peace.
The president of Ukraine announced the possibility of ending the war in 2025 with the support of the United States and Europe. To do this, it is necessary to create powerful pressure on Russia through the strengthening of Ukraine.
The president said that out of the 10 planned Brigades, the West fully equipped only 2. 5. Zelensky responded to calls to reduce the mobilization age, noting the lack of weapons for existing units.
The president of Ukraine commented on the permit for the use of Western weapons at Russian facilities. Zelensky called this decision correct, but belated, and stressed the need to increase the number of systems.
The president of Ukraine commented on the telephone conversation between the German Chancellor and Putin. Zelensky explained why such contacts can open a "Pandora's box" in an attempt to end the war.
Serbian President Vujicic announced the urgent arrangement of bomb shelters in case of nuclear war. According to him, the current situation in the world is getting out of control and may lead to a larger conflict.
Russian aircraft attacked Aleppo for the first time since 2016. The Rebels blew up two cars and are moving towards the center, the airport and roads are closed.
Radio engineering troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine identified more than 345 thousand enemy targets, including 175 thousand aircraft and 100 thousand helicopters. The military monitors the airspace around the clock, without hiding in cover during attacks.
At the Yagodin-Dorogusk checkpoint, traffic has been restored in both directions. The Polish customs clearance system is fully operational again after a technical failure.
At the airport of the Russian Makhachkala, the carpet plan was introduced due to the threat of a drone attack. Earlier it was reported about an attempt to attack a UAV on an object in Kaspiysk.
The president of Ukraine reported 1,120 massive Russian attacks against the Ukrainian energy system. Prime minister Shmygal assured that the situation remains under control, despite the 11th massive attack.
The National Guard of Ukraine should join all the services of the Army+ app in December. This will apply, in particular, to the possibility of transferring military personnel.
Volodymyr Zelensky appointed the commander of the 93rd Kholodny Yar brigade Pavlo Palisa as deputy head of the Presidential Office. The president stressed the importance of appointing a Combat Commander to obtain operational information from the front.
The president of Ukraine is ready to consider a cease-fire if the controlled territory of Ukraine becomes part of NATO. Zelensky believes that this will help to return the occupied territories through diplomatic means.
DTEK has published a schedule of power outages for November 30 for Kiev, Kiev, Odessa and Dnipropetrovsk regions. The company promises to promptly inform about possible changes via the Telegram channel.
Starting in December, booking from mobilisation will only be available online through Diya. Enterprises must meet three criteria, including a salary of 20 thousand UAH or more and the absence of tax debts.
The presidents of Ukraine and France held talks on strengthening Ukrainian air defense and defense support. They discussed the acceleration of the transfer of French Mirage aircraft and the issue of Ukraine's accession to NATO.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga called on NATO to invite Ukraine to join the Alliance at a meeting on December 3-4. The invitation should be a response to the escalation of the war and the involvement of the DPRK.
8 children aged from 6 to 16 years were returned from the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Seven children returned with the help of Qatar, one - through the humanitarian corridor.
Roskomnadzor reports a massive failure in the work of Russian banks, delivery services and mobile operators. The problems affected MTS, Alfa-Bank, Yandex services and Aeroflot.
Keith Kellogg has a plan to end the war, which provides for freezing the front line and gradually lifting sanctions against the Russian Federation. The plan also includes a demilitarized zone and limited military assistance to Ukraine.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban expressed concern about Russia's launch of the oreshnik intercontinental ballistic missile. He warned of the risk of a World War with nuclear content due to the deployment of these weapons.
