Heavy snow, rain and blizzards with the second level of danger are expected in many regions of Ukraine on November 26-27. The weather may cause interruptions in the operation of energy and utility services.
A russian pensioner was fined 400,000 rubles for calling the Kerch Bridge a "legitimate military target" on social media. the russian authorities accused her of "justifying terrorism".
Ukraine's parliament plans to speed up consideration of a draft law on national minorities, the last requirement for EU membership negotiations, David Arakhamia said. The law is aimed at bringing Ukraine's legislation in line with EU standards and strengthening interethnic understanding.
More than 4,000 Russian servicemen have been held criminally liable for unauthorized abandonment of their units after immobilization; most of them received suspended sentences. Courts are handing down verdicts at a rate of 100 per week.
According to Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, the Ukrainian Armed Forces receive advanced technologies such as drones and electronic warfare systems developed with the participation of Brave1. The Brave1 Defense Cluster cooperates with innovators, and many developments are already effectively supporting military operations.
The Korean agency has handed over 4 mechanized demining vehicles to Ukraine. The vehicles received today will be sent for demining in Dnipropetrovs'k and Chernihiv regions.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi calls on Europe to cooperate with China despite the competition, assuring support for Europe's strategic autonomy and addressing the concerns of foreign investors to create a fair business environment.
Reportedly, the SBU's Alpha special unit eliminated more than 200 Russian soldiers and destroyed 150 pieces of enemy military equipment, including tanks, armored personnel carriers and artillery systems.
Ukraine will build a 1435 mm wide European gauge railroad from Mostyska to Lviv. The project was supported by the United States, which confirmed its intentions in a memorandum with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This modernization is aimed at increasing Ukraine's export potential and integration into the EU, including both freight and passenger transportation.
Attacks by Russian military drones on the Nikopol district caused damage to buildings and infrastructure, but did not result in civilian casualties. Russian strikes damaged private homes, an administrative building, power lines, and a gas pipeline.
The Ramstein format is shifting toward long-term support for Ukraine with systematic planning of defense capabilities in areas such as aviation and maritime security. More than 50 countries cooperate with Ukraine under the updated Ramstein 2.0 format.
Ukraine has adopted the "Form 302", NATO's standard document for declaring military equipment, which simplifies cross-border movements for the Armed Forces. This change is part of Ukraine's steps towards integration into NATO and optimization of defense logistics.
The Kyiv City Council has named the Protasiv Yar reserve in honor of the fallen activist Roman Ratushnyi, and activists from Protect Protasiv Yar have vowed to defend his legacy despite the ongoing disputes over the reserve's status.
In the occupied Crimea, the Russian court gave the imam of the Crimean Tatars Yusuf Ashirov two days of administrative arrest for allegedly violating public order. According to his lawyer, this was caused by the imam's refusal to support the pro-Russian muftiyat. The occupation authorities of the peninsula continue to persecute members of the Alushta Muslim religious community.
A week and a half ago, 90 Russian troops were killed in Kherson region as a result of a precision HIMARS strike, which was confirmed by the adviser to the mayor of Mariupol, Petro Andriushchenko, citing enemy intelligence. The Ukrainian military continues to strike at enemy positions, while Russian troops are drinking and hitting their own brigades.
In Ukraine, 20% of the license plates issued this year are paid for, with the most popular being 7777 and the least popular being 6666. Drivers can book regular license plates in advance for UAH 360 or get customized plates for about UAH 1 thousand.
Vilen Useinov, a Crimean Tatar, was detained and sentenced to 10 days in prison for a post on social media in 2013. Another, detained the same way today, Zinur Appazov, received 5 days for a video clip from 2016. The trial against the imam of the religious community "Alushta" Yusuf Ashirov has not yet taken place.
Convicted murderer and cannibal Denis Gorin from Sakhalin has been pardoned after taking part in hostilities against Ukraine. Gorin, who was previously sentenced to 22 years, is now free and recovering in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk after being wounded in the war.
A 15-year-old boy and his 11-year-old sister were injured during the Russian shelling of Kherson. Both were provided with the necessary medical care. The children are under medical supervision.
The Ukrainian economy lost more than 400 million euros due to strikes by Polish carriers at the border, which affected the profitability of Ukrainian transportation, reports Volodymyr Balin of the Association of International Road Carriers.
The Polish Bureau of Investigation has completed an investigation into a network of 16 spies who were preparing sabotage on the railroad, and the trials of those accused of working for Russia will follow.
At the defense meeting "Ramstein-17" Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valeriy Zaluzhnyi described the current situation at the front in detail, highlighting defensive and offensive operations, threats from russia and its potential plans. He thanked international partners for their support, which strengthens Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Yuriy Shchyhol, the former head of the State Service for Special Communications of Ukraine, reportedly has almost $1. 5 million in cryptocurrency. According to media reports, law enforcement officers found a crypto wallet with bitcoins and Tether on his phone. NABU and SAPO filed a motion for his detention or bail in the amount of UAH 50.23 million.
Russian artillery shelling of Chasiv Yar, Avdiivka, and Toretsk in Donetsk region killed two civilians and wounded one; Ukrainian authorities launched an investigation.
According to Zaporizhzhia Mayor Ivan Fedorov and DeepState analysts, Zaporizhzhia region is the most fortified occupied territory of Ukraine with 1869 km of defense structures. In total, Russians have built 6000 km of such structures in the occupied regions of Ukraine.
Finland plans to close all border checkpoints with russia except Raja-Josepi, and according to Finnish Deputy Chancellor of Justice Mikko, there are no legal obstacles to this decision. The northernmost border crossing point, Raja-Josepi, remains open for four hours every day.
The third body was found by rescuers under the rubble of the Selydivska hospital, which was destroyed by a rocket attack. In total, according to the State Emergency Service, three people died as a result of this shelling. Emergency rescue operations have been completed.
Germany will provide Ukraine with a new military aid package that includes Marder armored personnel carriers, demining tanks, carriers, shells, cryptophones, and vehicles worth a total of €1. 3 billion.
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that force is the only language Russia understands at the 17th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, referring to Ukraine's military progress and the losses Russia has suffered. More than 50 countries attended the meeting, discussing Ukraine's defense strategies and the impact of Western military aid.
Snow and ice are expected in Kyiv in the coming days. The police and city authorities urge drivers to be careful and use public transportation if possible
