Fake volunteer centers have been opened in the temporarily occupied Donetsk to prepare for the 80th anniversary of the “victory”. The centers spread propaganda and distorted history about russia's role in World War II.
Kaja Kallas stated that frozen russian assets should be used to help Ukraine. She also emphasized the importance of the EU's continued support for Ukraine even if the US cuts aid.
The EU Council has decided to abolish controls at the land borders with Bulgaria and Romania as of January 1, 2025. The countries have already been part of the Schengen area by air and sea since March 2024.
The Chinese leader met with russian Security Council Deputy Chairman medvedev to discuss the war in Ukraine. Xi Jinping stated that three principles should be observed to prevent the escalation of the conflict.
Donetsk collaborators were tasked by the russian federation to “improve the demographic situation” by increasing the number of russians in the region. By December 20, they have to submit 10 proposals for the implementation of this plan.
The Berlin Declaration is signed in Germany, confirming that peace talks are impossible without Ukraine and its European partners. The document provides for increased military and financial support for Ukraine and its Euro-Atlantic integration.
The fourth round of negotiations between Ukraine and the UK on a new partnership agreement took place. The parties noted significant progress in agreeing on key sections of the document.
Ukrainian entrepreneurs can now make changes to their sole proprietorship through the Diia mobile app. The process takes up to 10 minutes and allows you to update your personal data, address, and activities online.
Cloudy weather with temperatures ranging from -4 to +5°C and snowfall is expected in Ukraine. Ice is expected on the roads in most regions, and rain and sleet in the south and east.
Yun Seok-yol said he would not resign voluntarily and was ready to face impeachment proceedings. The president accused the opposition of obstructing the government's work and called the parliament a “monster.
U. S. lawmakers have instructed the heads of intelligence agencies to submit a report on the consequences of a possible cessation of assistance to Ukraine. The report is to assess the impact on the course of the war and threats from potential US adversaries.
Starting April 2025, Ukrainian airline SkyUp Airlines will resume scheduled flights from its base in Chisinau. The company launches flights to 8 European destinations, including Paris, Barcelona, and Larnaca.
The United States, Russia, Britain, France, and China met in Dubai to discuss nuclear doctrines under the chairmanship of China. The parties held consultations to improve mutual understanding and avoid miscalculations.
Starting in 2025, the Russians plan to deprive Ukrainians without Russian citizenship of the right to reside in the occupied territories. Refusal to obtain a Russian passport will result in restrictions on the rights to healthcare, employment, and social benefits.
Donald Trump plans to issue more than 25 executive orders on his first day in office. The orders will concern immigration policy, border control, and the energy sector.
Public sector workers in Georgia joined 14 days of protests near the parliament. In response, the government is preparing amendments to the law that will make it more difficult for fired civil servants to return to work.
In the occupied territories, Russians are conducting mandatory testing of schoolchildren for knowledge of the Russian Constitution. The tests are organized by the “citizen” association with the support of the occupation “ministries of youth”.
The US Deputy Secretary of Defense spoke about new trends in warfare using Ukraine as an example. Future conflicts will be characterized by a combination of expensive systems and massive use of small and cheap technologies.
The Russian Foreign Ministry calls the US decision to provide Ukraine with $20 billion from frozen Russian assets a “crime. ” Moscow said it was ready to seize Western assets in response.
The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with Pedro Sanchez on strengthening air defense and European integration. The parties agreed to meet in person and discuss the implementation of the bilateral security agreement.
Christopher Wray has announced that he will step down as FBI director in January 2025, although his term was supposed to last until 2027. The decision was made after weeks of deliberation and amid criticism from Trump.
Presidential Advisor Daria Gerasymchuk held meetings with the Irish government on the return of deported children. The delegation presented the film “Stolen Childhood” and held a panel discussion on the reintegration of returned children.
Russian Railways announced the resumption of daily railway communication with Suifenhe, China, from December 15. The Tumangan-Hassan train to North Korea will run three times a week from December 16.
At the Krakovets checkpoint, border guards found four old books of the XIX-XX centuries in a Mitsubishi car. A 30-year-old Lviv woman tried to illegally export old printed books from Ukraine.
A cyclone with atmospheric fronts will bring wet weather with sleet and rain to Ukraine. +4 is expected in the south and Southeast...+9°, in the rest of the territory from -2° to +3°.
As of December 11, there are no Russian ships in the Black and Azov seas. There are 6 Russian ships in the Mediterranean Sea, 4 of which carry Kalibr cruise missiles.
The UK will help Cyprus create a new national department to implement sanctions. The unit will track illegal Russian finances passing through Europe.
The Biden administration is considering tougher sanctions against Russia's oil trade and shadow tanker fleet. The new restrictions may be similar to sanctions against Iran.
The Adidas head office and other locations were searched due to Customs and tax issues. The investigation covers the period from October 2019, and the company cooperates with the authorities.
The Russian occupation authorities intend to create a landfill near Oleshky Sands to unload the Crimean landfills. The occupiers are also creating new landfills in the occupied Donetsk region to serve the Rostov region.
