Pavlo Bashynskyi
President Zelenskyy has said that Ukraine is focusing on getting an invitation to NATO, although it is difficult. The second priority in relations with the Alliance is obtaining weapons, especially air defense systems.
President Zelenskiy says Ukraine is working with its allies to shoot down Russian missiles over the country, but they are not yet ready.
The cyber corps of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine attacked Russian banks and Rostelecom. The attack resulted in a global failure in the rapid payment system, and mobile applications and online banking stopped working.
The Ukrainian Embassy in Israel was not affected by the Iranian attack and continues to operate. Ambassador Yevhen Korniychuk said that all employees were in shelters, and now they are receiving citizens.
A woman with a Ukrainian passport was injured in a terrorist attack in the Israeli city of Jaffa. According to the Ukrainian ambassador to Israel, her life is not in danger.
The member countries of the Coalition for Demining Capabilities have agreed to purchase €22 million worth of equipment for Ukraine's needs. Lithuania is allocating €15 million and Sweden €7 million for pickups and trucks for the Armed Forces and the State Service of Ukraine for Specialized Transport Services.
MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak said that 1377 amendments had been submitted to the government's draft law on tax increases. The draft law, adopted in the first reading, aims to increase tax revenues by UAH 58 billion in 2023 and UAH 137 billion in 2024.
According to the UN, 589 civilians were killed and 2,685 injured in Ukraine this summer. This is 45% more than in the spring due to intense fighting and attacks on cities.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed First Deputy Minister of Defense Ivan Havryliuk to the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff. The decision was made based on a proposal from the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
“Hezbollah claims to have repelled an attempt by Israeli troops to enter the city of Al-Adisa in Lebanon. The group's fighters inflicted losses on Israeli forces and forced them to retreat.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is on its way to becoming a leader in the European defense industry. He emphasized that the country can create the best weapons and will become a global security donor.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine has begun producing 155mm shells, long-range and maritime drones. It is also developing a missile program and creating a base for the use of Western armored vehicles.
A spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine reported a decrease in the activity of Russian subversive and reconnaissance groups on the territory of Ukraine. However, the enemy's subversive activities continue, including attempts to mine certain areas.
Border guards do not record unusual situations or movements of equipment on the border with Belarus. The defense forces are strengthening their defensive positions by mining the most threatening areas.
The Cabinet of Ministers has redistributed UAH 4. 5 billion in subventions for Ukraine's recovery projects to local budgets. Earlier, the government allocated UAH 2.5 billion of a grant from Japan for energy, demining, and transportation.
The Government of Ukraine has allocated UAH 2. 5 billion of a Japanese grant for energy, demining, and transportation. The funds will be used to purchase equipment for the Ministry of Energy, the State Emergency Service, and the State Agency for Infrastructure Restoration.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced the upcoming launch of the Veteran+ app. This is part of a new veterans' policy that includes digital services, business support and modern rehabilitation centers.
The Cabinet of Ministers has launched a two-year experiment to certify drone operator schools. The project aims to unify the training process and prepare personnel for the Security and Defense Forces.
Prime Minister Shmyhal announced a significant increase in weapons production in Ukraine. Every second ammunition in the combat zone is Ukrainian, and 1.5 million drones are to be produced by the end of the year.
The government has granted military unit commanders the right to send volunteers to the military qualification commission and man combat units. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine can determine the list of units whose commanders will conscript reservists.
“Dynamo defeated Livyi Bereh 3-0, scoring a goal from the center of the field. “Shakhtar drew 1-1 with Veres, and Obolon won its first game of the season.
The United States is sending thousands of troops and additional squadrons to the Middle East to strengthen Israel's security. The total number of US forces in the region will increase to 43,000.
NATO has launched additional AWACS surveillance flights over Romania following the downing of Russian drones. The flights will take place from air bases in Greece and Germany to monitor Russian military activities.
At the meeting, the President of Ukraine discussed the issue of manning brigades, purchasing and supplying weapons. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of putting pressure on Russia and achieving a just peace for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy announced preparations for a special Ramstein meeting. Partners will receive details and arguments to ensure results on the front and in diplomacy.
President Zelenskyy has announced that he is preparing to sign the 27th security agreement for Ukraine. The country has already signed 26 such agreements, the most recent being with Ireland in September of this year.
Donald Trump spoke about his good relationship with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which developed after the impeachment case. According to Trump, the Ukrainian president helped him without confirming the accusations of pressure.
The Kyiv Court of Appeal ordered the State Bureau of Investigation to launch an investigation into negligent attitude to military service against Yuriy Sodol. The complaint was filed by Bohdan Krotevych, Chief of Staff of the Azov Brigade.
In the vicinity of Pryiutne, the occupants are gathering personnel for assault operations. Offensive operations involving buggies and air strikes are conducted daily in the Orikhivsk sector.
A new recruitment center for the Ukrainian army, the 40th in the country, has opened in Ternopil. The center offers information about the service and assistance in choosing a position in the Defense Forces, without issuing summonses.