President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the Kupyansk direction of the front. He emphasized that successes on the front are key to achieving results in diplomacy.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed Law No. 4633-IX, which expands the powers of the Security Service of Ukraine. It allows the SBU to develop and submit draft regulatory acts to the President and the Cabinet of Ministers within its competence.
Ukraine is ready to agree to the creation of a demilitarized zone in Donbas as a concession to end the war. This concession has the support of European leaders and is included in the revised US peace plan.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated his readiness for elections provided there is a ceasefire. He emphasized that the US can help in negotiations with Russia on this matter.
US President Donald Trump stated his readiness to help Ukraine with security guarantees for the implementation of a peace deal. He noted that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy did not like the peace deal, but his entourage was enthusiastic about the concept.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is considering holding a referendum on transferring Donbas to Russia. This comes amid growing pressure from the United States to agree to the terms of a new peace plan that would involve a 20% reduction in Ukraine's territory.
Ukraine finds it difficult to cope with Donald Trump's peace initiatives, which demand territorial concessions to Russia without security guarantees. This leads to increased pressure on Kyiv and a worsening military situation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated his readiness for presidential elections provided that international partners ensure safe conditions. He emphasized the need to resolve security issues, the participation of military personnel, and changes to electoral legislation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the possibility of putting the issue of territorial control of Donbas to a referendum. This is due to pressure on Kyiv regarding a peace plan that should end the war with Russia.
Senior officials from the United States, Ukraine, France, Germany, and Great Britain will meet on Saturday, December 13, in Paris. They will discuss US President Donald Trump's peace plan, which includes territorial losses for Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with representatives of the largest scout organizations, who handed him the Bethlehem Peace Light. The children spoke about helping displaced persons, raising funds for the military, and promoting Ukrainian culture.
A draft resolution on the resignation of Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi was registered in the Verkhovna Rada. The document appeared on the website on December 9, but the text has not yet been published.
Deputy Head of the Central Election Commission Serhiy Dubovyk said that Ukraine needs six months to prepare for free and safe elections. This is due to the large number of refugees, damaged infrastructure, and military personnel at the front.
People's deputies Fedir Venislavskyi and Volodymyr Vatras confirmed work on draft laws regarding post-war elections, but Oleksandr Korniienko denies the existence of ready legislative initiatives. The main obstacles to holding elections are the constitutional ban during martial law and the inability to guarantee security.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz had a "constructive" conversation with US President Donald Trump, where they discussed Ukraine and a possible meeting in Berlin. Merz emphasized that Ukraine must decide on concessions, and also criticized Putin and supported the use of frozen Russian assets.
First Deputy Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Oleksandr Kornienko stated the impossibility of parliamentary elections during martial law, citing the Constitution and the security situation. He emphasized the lack of a legal framework and difficulties with security, military participation, and voting abroad.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's plane was unable to land in Moscow due to a drone attack that closed the Russian capital's airports. The aircraft landed in St. Petersburg after an hour of waiting for landing permission.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree extending the visa-free regime for citizens of Great Britain until January 30, 2027. This will allow them to enter and transit without visas for up to 90 days within 180 days.
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin stated that drones spotted near Dublin after Zelenskyy's arrival did not pose a threat to his plane. However, the incident is of great concern, as it could be part of Russia's hybrid campaign.
US President Donald Trump stated that 82% of Ukrainian citizens demand a peace agreement. He also raised the issue of holding elections in Ukraine, calling on Zelenskyy to be a realist.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a new package of sanctions against Russian tankers, which will be presented in December. He also noted that Europe is preparing additional restrictions against the entire infrastructure for transporting Russian oil.
Ukraine has submitted its response to the latest draft peace plan to the American side. This document is the result of negotiations with the Trump team and European partners.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed that another meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing" will take place on December 11 to address issues related to peace in Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with people's deputies regarding holding elections under martial law. He expects the deputies to offer their vision on this issue.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a decision to strengthen Ukraine's combat aviation. The details remain undisclosed, but forces in the sky are constantly being added.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the American side regarding the reconstruction and economic recovery of Ukraine. They discussed key issues for recovery, mechanisms, and the vision for reconstruction.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the draft law on the State Budget of Ukraine for 2026. Information about this is posted on the parliament's website.
On December 11, hourly outage schedules for the population and power limitations for industrial consumers will be applied throughout Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
The Kyiv Court of Appeal upheld the pre-trial detention measure for former Odesa mayor Hennadiy Trukhanov. He is suspected of official negligence that led to the death of nine people.
An assassination attempt was made on businessman Timur Mindich, a figure in the "Midas" case, in Israel on November 28, as reported by Ihor Kolomoisky. The criminals have been arrested, and a domestic worker was injured.
