On November 28, the Special Operations Forces of Ukraine successfully hit the launch area of Shahed attack UAVs near Cape Chauda in occupied Crimea. The enemy uses this territory for attacks on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure.
The head of European Union diplomacy, Kaja Kallas, stated that Russia must pay compensation to Ukraine. She emphasized that fair reparations loans, backed by frozen Russian assets, should form the basis for compensation for damages.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed support for close relations with Poland, emphasizing European unity and a common stand against threats from Russia. Deeper cooperation in defense was discussed, including the protection of NATO's eastern flank and plans to sign a new defense agreement in 2026.
The HUR published an interception of a conversation between the occupiers, where they discuss amputating the limbs of a wounded man to facilitate his transportation. The invaders also boast about finding food and threaten to cut off the leg of the wounded man.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov, who heads the Ukrainian delegation during negotiations in the US, reported to President Zelenskyy on the interim results of the negotiations in Florida. Significant progress has been made, but some issues require further refinement.
The Russian-linked tanker "Mersin" suffered four external explosions near Dakar, Senegal, resulting in seawater entering the engine room. This is the third such incident in a few days involving Russian tankers; the SBU may be involved in the two previous ones.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 138 combat engagements over the past day, with the greatest pressure on the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Kostiantynivka directions. The hottest section remains the Pokrovsk direction, where 43 attacks took place.
Ukraine and the EU are launching the Brave1 – EU4UA Defence Tech grant program with a budget of 3. 3 million euros. The program will fund the development of defense technologies, including high-speed interceptors and radars to strengthen the protection of Ukrainian skies.
The EU warns the Donald Trump administration against granting amnesty to Putin or writing off Russia's war crimes, calling it a strategic catastrophe. The EU emphasizes the need to hold Russia accountable for crimes in Ukraine and supports the creation of a tribunal.
French President Emmanuel Macron will make a three-day state visit to China this week to persuade Xi Jinping to influence the Kremlin to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine. Paris also expects China to step up efforts to influence Russia and review trade imbalances with the EU.
Airbus discovered a defect in A320 fuselage panels and a massive software failure affecting 6,000 aircraft. This caused an 11% drop in shares and concerns about delivery schedules.
A 52-year-old woman was detained in Kyiv after she called law enforcement and stated that she planned to detonate a grenade in one of the premises of the Police Department. She faces up to eight years in prison for a false report of an explosion.
The European Commission is actively, though not publicly, participating in peace consultations on Ukraine, maintaining constant contact with Kyiv and the United States. Brussels ensures that the EU's interests are taken into account in the discussions and supports Ukraine's sovereignty.
The number of possible cases of African swine fever among wild boars is increasing in Spain, threatening pork exports. Countries are already imposing import restrictions, and a third of export certificates have been blocked.
Massive floods and landslides caused by a tropical storm in Southeast Asia have killed over 600 people and affected more than 4 million. The highest number of casualties was recorded in Indonesia (435), Thailand (170), and Malaysia (3), as well as 153 deaths in Sri Lanka.
The SES completely extinguished the fire in a high-rise building in Vyshhorod caused by a Russian attack. One person died, 19 were injured, including four children.
President Zelenskyy and Finnish President Alexander Stubb held talks on Russian aggression. The parties exchanged information and assessed diplomatic scenarios, emphasizing the need to pressure Russia.
Iran announced the seizure of an Eswatini-flagged vessel carrying 350,000 liters of smuggled fuel. The ship's crew consisted of 13 individuals, citizens of India and a neighboring country.
Kirill Dmitriev, a Kremlin representative, was awarded by the American Chamber of Commerce for his leadership in promoting dialogue between the US and Russia. He stated that over 150 American companies operate in Russia, and Biden's policies have led to a loss of $300 billion in potential profits.
The first days of December in Ukraine will be cloudy and damp, with fog and rain, especially in the south, central regions, and the Carpathians. The air temperature on December 1 is expected to be +4…+7°C, in the south up to +12°C.
Israel and the US are negotiating the fate of 200 Hamas militants trapped in the Rafah tunnels. Washington insists on a safe corridor, while Prime Minister Netanyahu considers it a risky move.
In Hong Kong, the death toll from the fire in the Wang Fuk residential complex has risen to 146, with 30 more bodies found. About 100 people are missing, and 79 were injured.
Ukrainian intelligence and the Resistance Movement successfully conducted an operation in the Berdiansk district, eliminating the "Akhmat" unit. Two explosions hit the occupiers who were engaged in the illegal sale of stolen diesel fuel, destroying two vehicles.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine has synchronized sanctions with the United States and imposed them against "Rosneft" and "Lukoil," as well as against other Russian companies and enterprises.
During the alarm in Tatarstan, explosions were heard for the second time this week near the enterprise where Russians produce "Shaheds. " Russian authorities are imposing restrictions on flights in the region.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki limited his trip to Hungary, refusing to meet with Prime Minister Viktor Orban. This decision was made due to Orban's visit to Moscow, which caused concern in Warsaw.
Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Khaleda Zia is in critical condition due to a chest infection. Her son, the acting head of the party, cannot return home, creating uncertainty in the opposition camp.
The Washington Post reports that the US will increase pressure on Zelenskyy next week to advance a deal to end the war with Russia. This comes amid a domestic political crisis in Ukraine, including a corruption scandal and shelling.
Ukraine and Norway have signed a document on joint production of Ukrainian drones, which will allow scaling up the capabilities of the Ukrainian defense industry. The pilot production line is planned to be deployed in 2026.
As a result of night attacks in Dnipropetrovsk region, four districts were affected, and two people were wounded. Enemy strikes caused fires, destruction of homes and infrastructure.
