Two civilians were injured as a result of eleven attacks by Russian troops in Sumy region, resulting in 100 explosions in five settlements.
More than 60,000 women serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, of whom more than 5,000 have been directly involved in combat since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
Ukrzaliznytsia is increasing the number of cars on popular rail routes to meet holiday demand and has introduced a new route in western Ukraine for Christmas and New Year.
A Kharkiv woman faces up to 12 years in prison for passing information about the Ukrainian armed forces to a member of the Wagner PMC, her former lover. She used Telegram to transmit information, in particular, about the movement of troops and military equipment.
Russian troops in Crimea are actively mobilizing and moving military equipment: ATESH activists report Rosgvardiya vehicles transporting conscripts, a decrease in the number of equipment in Pushkino and fuel reserves in Gvardeyskoye, indicating possible large-scale operations.
The Government of Ukraine has allocated more than UAH 20. 6 million to cover utility costs for the accommodation of IDPs in various real estate properties from March 2022 to July 2023. The funds are distributed among state, municipal and some private institutions, the Ministry of Reintegration reports.
On Tuesday, the Russians attacked Nikopol five times with artillery and drones, damaging infrastructure and buildings, but causing no casualties. More than fifty solar panels, power lines, and gas pipelines were damaged.
The NACP is introducing an automated verification system that will check up to 30% of declarations, giving priority to low-risk declarations, while declarations with signs of illicit enrichment or unjustified assets will be checked in full by NACP authorized persons.
Since the annexation, the occupation authorities in Crimea have conscripted 44,500 locals into the Russian army and opened about 500 cases against draft evaders, with 37% of them prosecuted.
Ukraine plans to impose sanctions against the builders of the Kerch bridge, including companies under US sanctions linked to Putin's associate Arkadiy Rotenberg. Coordination is underway at the Economy Ministry.
The first sub-Antarctic penguin chicks of the season have hatched near Ukraine's Akademik Vernadsky station, with 8 out of 11 eggs producing babies, and a boom in penguin births is expected.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak met with U. S. officials to discuss the implementation of bilateral agreements and emphasized the need for U.S. support and continued sanctions against Russia. The importance of unity and clear action plans to protect Ukraine was also emphasized.
The EU has introduced its 12th package of sanctions against Russia, including a ban on diamond imports and various exports, to undermine the russian military machine, as well as expanded its blacklist of entities and introduced new financial restrictions. These measures are part of the EU's continued support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
The Russian army shelled seven settlements in Sumy region, 60 explosions were recorded, using artillery, mortars and small arms.
Ukraine condemned North Korea's latest missile test, calling it a further disregard for UN resolutions and calling for a strong response, and accusing Russia of facilitating Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programs.
The Vatican, through a declaration called "Fiducia supplicans" approved by Pope Francis, will allow blessings to be given to same-sex couples, but without the resemblance to marriage ceremonies and without the recognition of marriage. The blessing is an expression of God's presence to those who seek help and are outside the liturgical framework.
The Russian military is moving equipment closer to the Ukrainian mainland through the Kerch crossing, which is seen by the Crimean Wind public, while the causes of the fireworks in Kerch remain unknown.
Russian troops are moving military equipment to the front line in occupied Crimea, according to ATESH guerrillas who tracked the convoy near Yevpatoriya and provided coordinates. The transfer coincides with reports of significant casualties and disorganization of command in the Russian army.
The HACC has launched a special pre-trial investigation against the former director of Ukrspetsexport and the son of a former NSDC official on charges of causing damage worth almost UAH 13 million.
Recorded Future will provide more than $23 million in 2024 to help Ukraine with cyber defense and critical infrastructure protection, Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has announced. Their tools have played a crucial role in preventing cyberattacks on Ukrainian government agencies.
In the last days of Trump's presidency, a top-secret file containing confidential information about russian election meddling disappeared. Despite Trump's order to declassify it, the whereabouts of the dossier remain unknown and it was not found during a search of Mar-a-Lago.
In Kyiv's Veranda na Dnepre restaurant, security forces conducted counter-sabotage measures, handing out summonses as part of a military record check.
The Netherlands pledges to support Ukraine's energy sector with a focus on sustainable energy and decentralization after a meeting where Dutch officials praised Ukrainian energy professionals and discussed further cooperation.
The Russian military fired 11 times at the Sumy region of Ukraine, resulting in 41 explosions. Mortars, artillery, attack drones, and unguided aerial missiles were used in the attacks.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine has signed an order to simplify the process of writing off military medical equipment from 20 steps to six and three documents. This change is intended to speed up the replenishment of first aid kits for military units.
Russian air defense systems were engaged in occupied Sevastopol, shooting down a drone and causing no damage to infrastructure. This was reported by the russian-appointed head of the city, Mikhail Razvozhayev.
According to the Krym. Realii publication and observations by local residents, Russian air defense systems became active in occupied Crimea, shots were heard between Chernomorskyy and Mezhvodnyy. In addition, gunshots were heard from Sevastopol Bay. Russian officials have not yet commented on these incidents.
Commercial vehicles are allowed to stay in Ukraine temporarily for up to 60 days; passenger vehicles - up to 20 days, as the State Customs Service reminds.
Russian troops shelled Nikopol four times, wounding two people and damaging houses, a store, and infrastructure; the region outside Nikopol remained unaffected.
In Kyiv region, a group of robbers severely beat a man, stealing his property and damaging his car. They broke into the victim's house in the village of Kamianna Hreblya at midnight. They repeatedly beat the owner with an axe butt, a metal chain, hands and feet. After that, the criminals took possession of the victim's hunting weapons, ammunition, money and cell phone. Police identified and detained the suspects within 24 hours of the attack.
