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The former Ukrainian Foreign Minister warned of the threat of falling of the front line without US support. According to him, Putin is not ready for a peace agreement, and the Russians may find themselves near the Dnieper and Poltava.

An agreement was signed on the new administration's access to information from US federal agencies. The transition period will be carried out at private expense, without the use of government buildings and technology.

US Secretary of state Blinken expressed serious concern to the G7 regarding the involvement of North Korean troops in the war in Ukraine. The United States is also monitoring the possible strengthening of the DPRK's missile and nuclear potential by the Russian Federation.

The team of the newly elected US president is discussing the possibility of holding direct talks with the leader of the DPRK. This diplomatic move can reduce the risk of armed conflict between the two countries.

Political analyst Taras Semenyuk explained the legal and political aspects of the possible introduction of foreign troops into Ukraine. The expert spoke about the procedure for admitting troops and the potential consequences of such a decision for international security.

Russian troops captured almost 235 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory over the past week, which was a record in 2024. In November, the invaders occupied about 600-667 square kilometers of territory.

Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga called on the G7 to strengthen military support for Ukraine to intercept new Russian BRSD. The minister also suggested that the "seven" countries invest in the Ukrainian military-industrial complex.

The United Kingdom has secretly delivered dozens of Storm Shadow cruise missiles to Ukraine before restrictions on their use are lifted. This is the first delivery of missiles under the premiership of Keir Starmer.

The EU plans to include Chinese companies that help russia produce drones in the 15th sanctions package. Control over russian oil tankers will also be tightened to avoid sanctions circumvention.

Satellite images revealed the expansion of the “February 11th factory” in the DPRK, where KN-23 missiles are produced. These missiles are used by Russian troops in Ukraine, although both countries deny the transfer of weapons.

G7 ministers plan to increase pressure on China over its assistance to Russia in the war against Ukraine. New sanctions and measures against Russia's “shadow fleet” are expected to be adopted.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga takes part in the G7 meeting in Italy on November 25-26. Negotiations with representatives of the US, EU and other countries are scheduled to discuss support for Ukraine amid Russian aggression.

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine spoke about the stages of preparation of long-range UAVs made in Ukraine. Each drone carries 75 kg of explosives and is capable of hitting targets at a distance of up to 2000 km.

Components from five countries manufactured in 2023 were found in the North Korean KN-23/KN-24 missiles used by Russia to attack Ukraine. russia received more than 100 such missiles from the DPRK and uses them against civilian targets.

The DPRK and russian sports ministers signed a protocol on sports exchanges for 2025 during a meeting in Pyongyang. This is happening against the backdrop of increased military cooperation between the countries and the supply of weapons to the DPRK for the war in Ukraine.

Russia has fired about 60 North Korean KN-23 missiles at Ukraine since the beginning of the year. The missiles contained components from nine Western manufacturers, including the United States, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

A missile strike on a sanatorium in the Kursk region killed 18 Russian servicemen, including Lt. Gen. Solodchuk. It is also reported that 33 Russian servicemen were wounded and 500 North Korean soldiers were killed.

The Kharkiv Operational Tactical Directorate denied the information about the presence of North Korean troops in the region. The message was spread by an unofficial person acting outside his or her competence.

The massive use of UAVs has not allowed Russia to gain air superiority over Ukraine. Russia is forced to use tactical aircraft as air artillery, despite its technological superiority.

A unit commander of the 153rd Brigade reported the accumulation of North Korean troops at the front. According to South Korean intelligence, about 10900 DPRK troops are deployed in the Kursk region of Russia.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned of the risk of global conflict after Russia launched a hypersonic missile at Ukraine. Poland increases defense spending to 4.7% of GDP in 2025 amid threats from Russia.

The German Chancellor condemned the use of a russian missile against Ukraine and the participation of North Korean soldiers in the war. Scholz reaffirmed his support for Ukraine, but refused to provide Taurus because of the risk of a direct confrontation between NATO and russia.

North Korea received anti-aircraft missiles and air defense equipment for the capital from Russia. In exchange, the DPRK sent military personnel to support the Russian occupation forces.

The DPRK's leader says previous talks with the United States have been fruitless and that they remain hostile to Pyongyang. North Korea is stepping up military cooperation with Russia, sending 10,000 troops to participate in hostilities.

President Zelenskyy announces Russia's second step toward escalating the war after a new ballistic missile strike on the Dnipro River. The first step is the deployment of 11,000 North Korean soldiers.

Ukraine is awaiting expert opinions on the new type of missile used by Russia, which has ICBM characteristics. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has already contacted partners and international organizations to respond to this event.

The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Central Intelligence Center says Russia is trying to raise the stakes by launching an intercontinental missile. Western officials do not confirm the use of such a missile, and Zelenskyy announced that an examination is underway.

Russia has used a new missile against Ukraine that has the characteristics of an intercontinental ballistic missile. President Zelenskyy said that examinations of this weapon are currently underway.

About 10,900 North Korean troops are deployed in the Kursk region of Russia as part of the airborne forces and marines. Some of them are already involved in hostilities against Ukraine.

The Russian Minister of Environmental Protection delivered more than 70 animals to Pyongyang, including a lion and two bears. The gift came after reports of the DPRK sending thousands of soldiers to take part in the fighting in Ukraine.