Stepan Haftko
The administration of US President Donald Trump is preparing a proposal that involves recognizing Russia's control over annexed Crimea and occupied territories of Ukraine. This is part of a peace agreement being developed by US Special Representative Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
The Kyiv TCC announced the mobilization of former footballer Denys Harmash, who had no deferment or reservation. The athlete independently chose a unit of the Armed Forces of Ukraine after passing a medical commission and was found fit for service.
The draw for the 1/4 finals of the Vbet Ukrainian Cup of the 2025/2026 season has taken place, where eight teams learned their opponents. The matches will be held on March 3, 4, and 5, 2026.
Czech Prime Minister Fiala stated that the Czech Republic earned more than it spent on supporting Ukraine during the war. According to him, since the beginning of the war in 2022, aid for all departments and government agencies has reached 91.3 billion crowns.
The Ukrainian General Staff recorded 231 combat engagements and 2535 shellings. The Defense Forces destroyed an infantry fighting vehicle, nine vehicles, six drones, and eliminated 150 occupiers.
A rare crystal and diamond Fabergé egg, created for the Russian imperial family, has been put up for sale with an estimated value of over $26 million. This "Winter Egg" is one of seven luxurious ovals remaining in private hands.
Hong Kong police arrested executives of Prestige Construction after the deadliest fire in nearly 80 years, which claimed the lives of 83 people. The fire engulfed the Wang Fuk Court residential complex, which was undergoing renovation and was wrapped in bamboo scaffolding.
The American magazine Time included five Ukrainian photographs in its annual list of the 100 most significant shots of 2025. They reflect the consequences of the war and the daily lives of Ukrainians.
Minister of Internal Affairs Klymenko reported that 62,000 protective structures in Ukraine can accommodate only half of the population. The Civil Protection Shelters Coalition has been launched to develop and modernize protective structures.
The Mexican President expects her first meeting with Donald Trump next week in Washington. This could happen during the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York, where thousands of spectators watched giant balloons featuring Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man, as well as floats with Labubu. The event proceeded despite cool weather and strong winds reaching 40-48 km/h.
At the Baikonur cosmodrome, after today's launch of a spacecraft, the platform suffered technical damage, due to which it will be impossible to send people into space in the near future.
Swiss parliamentarians have appealed to the prosecutor's office, demanding an investigation into whether gifts to Donald Trump from business leaders violated anti-corruption legislation. This occurred after a lucrative tariff agreement was concluded between the countries.
Armani SpA is close to announcing a renewed board of directors after the death of Giorgio Armani. The presentation of the new board could take place as early as Friday.
The Spanish Supreme Court has detained former transport minister José Luis Ábalos over a corruption scandal. He is suspected of falsifying state contracts for the supply of medical goods during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ESA plans to increase its budget to €22. 1 billion for the next three years. Germany will significantly increase its contribution, and ESA hopes for the participation of European astronauts in NASA's Artemis lunar mission.
Porsche introduced the Panamera Sonderwunsch with a unique custom-made design. The interior combines the luxury of a limousine and a sports sedan, showcasing individuality.
Russian servicemen in the Zaporizhzhia direction are facing gangrene due to lack of medical assistance. A field commander reports four seriously wounded, but a senior officer refuses evacuation.
The Parliament of Moldova has denounced the agreement with Russia on cultural centers, which will lead to the closure of the "Russian House" in Chisinau. The decision was supported by 57 deputies due to violations of Moldovan airspace by Russian drones.
On November 27, 2025, in the Huliaipole direction, Russian military personnel shot five captured Ukrainian defenders. The Prosecutor General's Office is investigating this event as a violation of the laws and customs of war.
Border guards eliminated a group of occupiers on motorcycles in the Lyman direction and showed a video of their combat work.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan praised Pope Leo's approach to the Palestinian issue and his calls for peace in Ukraine. He expressed hope that the new Catholic leader's first foreign visit would contribute to world peace.
French experts from the Pasteur Institute warn that the bird flu virus could cause a pandemic worse than COVID-19 if it mutates and spreads between humans. Despite this, the risk of a human pandemic is currently assessed as low, but the world is now better prepared for a potential pandemic, with vaccines and antiviral drugs ready.
A spacecraft launched today from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, which later docked with the ISS, carrying Russian and American astronauts.
On an Australian beach, a shark attacked two tourists from Switzerland: the woman died, and her husband was taken to the hospital in critical condition. Witnesses provided first aid, and the beaches were closed for 24 hours to search for the shark.
The German prosecutor's office confirmed to the media that Ukrainian Kuznetsov, suspected of organizing the Nord Stream bombing, was extradited from Italy to Germany.
In Lviv, police are investigating the possible cruel killing of two dogs after a local resident's appeal. Criminal proceedings have been opened under the article on cruel treatment of animals.
Putin stated that he received an updated package of proposals after negotiations between Ukraine and the United States in Geneva. He is ready to consider it as a basis for further agreements, divided into 4 components.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency and launched large-scale measures to strengthen security forces. The police will recruit an additional 20,000 officers, and forest rangers will search for armed groups.
Law enforcement officers blocked an attempt to illegally seize tens of millions of hryvnias in charitable funds in Zaporizhzhia, exposing an organized group. The founder and director of the association, together with a friend, transferred charitable funds to the accounts of familiar individual entrepreneurs, allegedly as payment for goods and services that were not actually provided.