Yulia Havryliuk
Ukrainian Special Forces repelled an attack and killed 12 North Koreans in Kursk region
Soldiers of the 73rd Marine Center of the Armed Forces of Ukraine successfully repelled an assault by North Korean troops in the Kursk region of Russia. As a result of the battle, 12 North Korean soldiers were killed and 20 wounded.
The scandalous study on the use of hydroxychloroquine against COVID-19 has been officially withdrawn
Didier Raoul's scientific study on the treatment of COVID-19 with hydroxychloroquine has been withdrawn due to violations of ethical standards and methodology. The commission found that not all patients had consented to participate in the study.
China could have 1000 nuclear warheads by 2030 - Pentagon
The Pentagon reports a rapid increase in China's nuclear capability to 1,000 warheads by 2030. The country also has the largest navy in the world and is actively modernizing its military.
Russians have concentrated about 150 thousand troops in three directions - Voloshyn
Russian troops have deployed a significant portion of their strategic reserves in key areas. About 150,000 Russian troops are concentrated on the Pokrovske, Kurakhove and Vremivske directions.
Penalty for sexual harassment with gestures has been introduced in Ukraine
For the first time, Ukraine has introduced administrative liability for sexual harassment, including gestures and electronic messages. Violators face a fine or community service.
In 2025, UAH 6.6 billion will be allocated for “Affordable Medicines”: what's new in the program
In 2025, UAH 6. 6 billion will be allocated for the Affordable Medicines program and more than 30 new medicines will be added. By August 2025, all pharmacies in Ukraine should join the program, which is already used by 5 million Ukrainians.
In 2024, there are signs of slowdown in Ukrainization - Kremin
The Language Ombudsman reported a decrease in the share of people who consider Ukrainian their native language. Among students, the figure dropped by 17%, parents by 11%, and teachers by 8%.
Small group assaults: new enemy tactics in the Pokrovsk sector
Russian troops have switched to assaults in small groups of 2-3 people instead of groups of 10-15 soldiers. The enemy is actively using fiber-optic FPV drones and Lancets.
Apple Watch is losing its leadership in the wearables market - new IDC data
The wearables market shrank by 1% in the first three quarters of 2024. Huawei and Xiaomi are strengthening their positions, while Apple is losing its dominance in the smartwatch market.
Satellites detect massive movement of Russian equipment from bases in Syria
Satellite images show increased activity at the Russian bases of Khmeimim and Tartus in Syria. A massive movement of military equipment and transport aircraft has been recorded, which may indicate a reduction in the Russian contingent.
Law enforcers investigate incident involving head of psychiatric hospital in Poltava - RMA
In Poltava, a man using an excavator tried to demolish a walnut tree that was obstructing a parking lot. The conflict with local residents escalated into a shooting with a traumatic weapon, and there were victims.
Martsinkiv appealed to the SBU because of a passenger on a bus who insulted Ivano-Frankivsk and glorified Putin
In Ivano-Frankivsk, a bus passenger publicly insulted the city and glorified Putin. The mayor of the city, Ruslan Martsinkiv, appealed to the SBU and initiated the collection of signatures to ban the language of the occupier.
Polish Minister: Hungary will not be able to return to EU norms under Orban
Polish Justice Minister Adam Bodnar said that Hungary has gone too far in deviating from EU norms. Even a change of government in 2026 may not remedy the situation due to deep institutional changes.
An excavator, shooting and a destroyed fence: what happened near a house in Poltava
In Poltava, a conflict occurred over a walnut tree that was interfering with parking. A 40-year-old man on an excavator tried to take down the tree, destroyed the fence and opened fire with a traumatic weapon.
Satellite spots huge fuel oil slick in Kerch Strait after tanker accident
The European satellite Sentinel-1A detected a 2. 4 square kilometer slick of fuel oil in the Kerch Strait after the sinking of the Volgoneft-212 tanker. Due to a change in wind direction, the pollution could reach the coastline.
Sullivan said that the Trump team and the Biden administration are acting in concert
The national security advisors of the current and future US administrations found more in common than expected. Sullivan and Waltz agreed to work closely together during the transition period.
Romanian border guards find the body of a drowned man in the Tisza
Romanian border guards found the body of a 39-year-old man from Kyiv region in the Tisza River near the village of Bedevlia. The deceased was probably the victim of organizers of illegal border crossings.
Angelina Jolie's son gets an important position in her new movie in Paris
Maddox Jolie-Pitt, 23, became the third assistant director on the set of the new movie Stitches in Paris. This is not Maddox's first experience in the film industry - he has already participated in several of his mother's projects.
Michelle Obama talks about Christmas plans and difficulties with gifts for Barack
The former US first lady shared her plans to spend Christmas in Hawaii and spoke about the difficulties in choosing a gift for Barack. The Obamas' family traditions have remained unchanged since leaving the White House.
Boyko calls Putin a war criminal and apologizes for his statements after interrogation by the SBU
After being interrogated by the SBU, MP Yuriy Boyko recorded a video message in which he called Putin a war criminal and apologized to Ukrainians. He had previously criticized language policy and the demolition of monuments.
Kharkiv region: occupants fired almost 300 times at Ukrainian positions over the last day
Over the past day, Russians made almost 300 attacks and attempted three attacks in Kharkiv region, taking advantage of the weather conditions. Enemy losses: 52 people, 4 armored vehicles, 25 drones and other equipment.
"Army+": military app reaches half a million users and launches new survey
The Army+ mobile application has reached 500 thousand authorized users among the military. The app launched a survey on the quality of military uniforms and added new features for transfers between units.
Without electricity and under constant shelling: the situation in Kharkiv region
Russian troops shelled Kupyansk district, killing two people and cutting off power to about 10 streets. On the left bank of Oskol, 1700 local residents are left without electricity.
The Defense Ministry has allocated almost 2 billion for drones: what will be purchased
The Ministry of Defense has allocated UAH 1. 89 billion for the purchase of drones for combat brigades. 55% of the funds will be spent on Mavic drones with night vision, and 18% on FPV kamikazes.
Occupants destroyed some positions of Ukrainian Armed Forces in the east - Khortytsia separate military unit
Russian troops attacked Ukrainian fortifications in the areas of Shevchenko, Storozheve and Kurakhove. As a result of the shelling, some Ukrainian positions were destroyed, making it impossible to hold them.
North Korean soldiers moved to front line for fighting - Kirby
The White House has confirmed the movement of North Korean troops to the front line to take part in the fighting in Ukraine. According to John Kirby, the DPRK has already lost several dozen soldiers killed and wounded.
Bundestag passes vote of no confidence in German Chancellor Scholz
394 members of the Bundestag supported the dissolution of the government and early elections. President Steinmeier has to approve this decision within three weeks, and new elections could be held on February 23.
Almost 32.3 million people have crossed the border in almost a year - SBGS spokesman
In the first 11 months of 2024, 32. 3 million people crossed the border of Ukraine, including 28 million Ukrainians. The flow of people entering and leaving the country remains balanced, but 55 thousand people were denied entry.
Monkeypox outbreak detected in Germany
In North Rhine-Westphalia, a new strain of the Mpox virus has been detected in four members of the same family. The infection entered Germany after one of the family members returned from Africa.
Peskov refuses to comment on North Korean military losses in Kursk region
Putin's spokesman referred questions about DPRK military losses in the Kursk region to the Russian Defense Ministry. According to the GUR, North Korean units lost at least 30 soldiers in killed and wounded.