The planned meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Brussels has been canceled. This happened after their negotiations with Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
On the night of December 3, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 111 attack UAVs, 83 of which were shot down. Hits and falling debris were recorded in Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Odesa regions, with civilian casualties.
Oil prices fell for a second consecutive session on expectations of the outcome of Russian-Ukrainian peace talks. This could increase supply and heighten fears of an oil surplus amid rising inventories.
The aggressor attacked the Dnipropetrovsk region with drones, killing two men aged 43 and 50. Three people were hospitalized, a private house was destroyed, and infrastructure was damaged.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set new exchange rates for Wednesday, December 3. The dollar fell by 1 kopeck, the euro by 13 kopecks. The official dollar exchange rate is UAH 42.3342, the euro is UAH 49.1839.
Over the past day, December 2, the Russian army lost 1,200 servicemen, 12 artillery systems, and 47 units of automotive equipment. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 03.12.25 are estimated at 1,176,230 personnel.
On the night of December 3, drones attacked an oil depot in Russia's Tambov region, causing a fire. Russian authorities claimed to have destroyed 102 Ukrainian aircraft over seven regions, but the Tambov region was not mentioned in the report.
The Czech Ministry of Defense stated that the modernization of T-72 M4CZ tanks was ineffective due to problems with firing accuracy. The Czech army will replace them with Leopards, as continuing the modernization contract has been deemed impractical.
The Munich prosecutor's office is investigating a case involving businessmen who illegally sold 50 luxury cars to Russia for over 10 million euros. These cars, including an armored Mercedes, may have been intended for the Russian elite.
The European Union has agreed on final rules that provide for a gradual cessation of Russian natural gas imports. A full embargo on supplies will come into force by the end of 2027 after approval by the EU Council and the European Parliament.
Dmitry Peskov, press secretary of the head of the Russian Federation, stated that the issue of a New Year's truce with Ukraine has not been discussed yet. According to him, a completely different process is currently underway.
The European Commission is proposing a legal solution to avoid Belgium having to pay billions of euros if Hungary vetoes the extension of sanctions against Russia. This would allow €140 billion of frozen Russian assets to be used as a loan to Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy honored medics who are contributing to the implementation of advanced emergency medical care techniques at the front. This took place at a meeting with representatives of University College Dublin, who initiated the UCD Ukraine Trauma Project.
The SBU sentenced an FSB agent to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property for adjusting Russian airstrikes and artillery shelling in Donetsk region. The perpetrator was detained in Kirovohrad region, where she arrived under the guise of a displaced person to flee to the Russian Federation.
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need for active European participation in developing a peace plan to resolve Russia's war against Ukraine. He noted that the initial US plan was modified thanks to European input, and stressed the importance of Italy's role in this process.
In the temporarily occupied Donetsk region, military-technical classes are being held for teenagers, teaching them how to use weapons, drones, and tactical actions. These activities are a systemic militarization that forms a controlled mobilization reserve for Russia's long-term goals.
Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov stated that a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin is not currently being considered due to a lack of progress in negotiations. Putin conveyed a "friendly greeting" and a series of "political signals" to Trump, the content of which was not specified.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that Ukrainian defenders improved their tactical position in Kupyansk, Kharkiv Oblast. Positions within the city have been strengthened and possible routes for enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups to penetrate have been blocked.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented awards in Dublin to the families of Irish volunteers who gave their lives for Ukraine. He presented the Order "For Courage" of the III degree to the relatives of Graham Dale, Robert Deegan, and Oleksandr Ryzhuk.
At a meeting in the Kremlin on Tuesday, December 2, several options for a plan to resolve the war in Ukraine were discussed. Some of the US proposals are acceptable to Russia, others are not, and there is no compromise yet.
The Netherlands plans to close centers for Ukrainian refugees in 2027, when the EU's temporary protection status expires. Around 135,000 Ukrainians will have to provide for their own housing and medical care.
During his visit to Ireland, Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with representatives of local businesses, urging them to invest in Ukraine to strengthen its resilience and reconstruction. The President noted the great interest of Irish companies in cooperation and expressed hope for further strengthening of interaction.
On December 2, 191 combat engagements took place at the front, with the greatest activity in the Pokrovsk direction, where the Defense Forces repelled 48 attempts to break through. In this direction, Ukrainian soldiers neutralized 130 occupiers and destroyed a tank, an armored combat vehicle, and 19 drones.
Russia will not compromise on territories, limiting the size of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and the recognition of occupied territory by the US and Europe, a Russian official states. Moscow is ready to be flexible on secondary issues, such as frozen assets.
The defense ministers of the European Union countries discussed further support for Ukraine and European defense, emphasizing the critical importance of making a decision on multi-year funding for Kyiv.
5,000 subscribers were left without electricity due to a Russian strike on the Zaporizhzhia district. Energy workers will begin restoration work after the security situation improves.
A high-ranking NATO diplomat stated that the Russian army is incapable of attacking EU countries. This was a response to Vladimir Putin's threats about Russia's readiness for war with Europe.
The administration of US President Donald Trump did not warn Germany about the suspension of certain arms supplies to Ukraine. This led to a breakdown in direct contacts with German generals who were coordinating aid to Kyiv.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced his readiness to meet with Donald Trump. Further steps depend on the results of the American delegation's negotiations in Russia.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has been making statements for two days in a row that indicate his unwillingness to end the war, threatening seaports and freedom of navigation, especially Odesa. Sybiha emphasized that Russia must stop the bloodshed, otherwise it will have consequences.
