January 8, 06:39 PM • 27181 views
January 8, 08:37 AM • 42802 viewsJanuary 4, 05:30 PM • 129336 viewsPresident Zelenskyy announces normal dialog with South Korea, but notes restrictions on military aid. Ukraine records the presence of the North Korean military in the occupied territories.
President Zelenskyy said that most NATO countries support Ukraine's invitation to join the Alliance until the war is over. Germany's position depends on the United States, whose support may increase after the presidential election.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the strengthening of air defense and the capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
President Zelenskyy denied plans to dismiss Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Budanov and Defense Minister Umerov. He denied rumors circulating in the media and social media about changes in the military leadership.
October 23-24 are declared Days of Mourning in Sumy for the victims of the night attacks by the Russian Federation. More than 20 enemy Shahed drones were shot down in the region overnight, killing three people, including a child.
north korea denies reports of sending 1,500 troops to russia to help in the war against ukraine. South Korea insists that the DPRK is providing military support to Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Central Intelligence Center said that the DPRK could send military to dig trenches on the border with Ukraine. This will relieve the Russian infantry, and the Koreans may be mixed with Buryats and Yakuts in Russian battalions.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved attracting more than €17 million from the European Investment Bank for transport development. The funds will go to communities to upgrade municipal vehicle fleets.
More than 20 Russian attack drones were shot down in Sumy region over the past 24 hours. The attacks killed three people, including a child. Zelensky calls for unity with the world to counter terror.
The President signed a law to bring the bankruptcy procedure closer to European standards. The law introduces preventive restructuring and implements EU Directive 2019/1023 into Ukrainian law.
The President signed a law bringing the Criminal Code in line with the Rome Statute of the ICC. The document toughens the penalties for aggression and introduces a new article on “Crimes against humanity.
The French Defense Minister said that the involvement of the North Korean military in the war could be a “turning point” for sending French forces to Ukraine. He also commented on Zelenskyy's Victory Plan.
Andriy Sybiha discussed with Ibrahim Kalin the situation at the frontline and security in the Black Sea. The Minister's visit to Turkey is aimed at strengthening partnership and achieving a just peace.
Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko announced the launch of a grant program for young people. Six applications have already been received, and the number of business projects is expected to grow, as the program is aimed at retaining young people in Ukraine.
US Vice President Kamala Harris has warned that the election of Donald Trump as president could lead to Ukraine's surrender in the fight against Russia. She criticizes Trump's promises to end the war quickly, considering it a capitulation to the aggressor.
Seoul may send intelligence officers and experts to Ukraine in response to the DPRK's support for russia. South Korea is also considering the possibility of supplying lethal weapons to Kyiv after providing humanitarian aid.
Andriy Sybiga met with Turkish President Erdogan. They discussed support for Ukraine, freedom of navigation in the Black Sea, and ways to a just peace.
President Zelenskyy said that partners need to be determined because of the DPRK's new role in supporting Russia. He emphasized that Putin is afraid of peace and is looking for ways to increase aggression by involving North Korea.
The President of Ukraine announced preparations for a NSDC meeting on violations in the work of the MSEC. Zelenskyy announced a future systemic, personnel and procedural response to the identified problems.
The President of Ukraine announces a new $800 million financing package from the United States for the production of Ukrainian drones.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the situation on the frontline, the implementation of the Victory Plan, and attracting American investment in Ukraine's defense industry.
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said that Ukraine's fight for freedom will determine the trajectory of global security. He also announced a new $400 million defense assistance package for Ukraine.
Russian dictator Putin will meet with the leaders of India, China, Turkey and Iran at the BRICS summit. The event will be attended by representatives of 36 countries and 6 international organizations.
IAEA inspectors continued their monitoring mission at a critical substation for the operation of Ukrainian NPPs. The mission will be conducted at all key nuclear power substations according to the agreed schedule.
The US has allocated a new $400 million defense aid package to Ukraine. Zelenskyy and Austin also discussed lifting restrictions on the use of long-range weapons and increasing arms production.
The Rivne Regional Prosecutor's Office denied the information about the disability of its head, Andriy Rudnytsky. He receives a long-service pension, and the prosecutor's office employs 8 people with disabilities.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis said that the story with the flags of Russia and the DPRK on the Pokrovske direction is an information operation. Russia will use the DPRK issue to intimidate Ukraine by exaggerating the number of North Korean troops.
President Zelenskyy announced that the positions in the Kursk operation have been maintained. Thanks to this operation, a significant number of Ukrainians were freed from Russian captivity and a buffer zone was created in Russia.
The President has signed a law obliging construction customers to publish prices for materials in Prozorro. The law will come into force one month after its publication.
The Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Turkey discuss assistance in the release of Ukrainian prisoners of war from russian captivity. Documents were signed to strengthen cooperation between the ministries.
