Kateryna Rashevska, a representative of the NGO "Regional Center for Human Rights," stated that there are 165 "re-education" camps for Ukrainian children in the occupied territories of Ukraine, as well as in Russia, Belarus, and North Korea.
As of 4:00 PM on December 3, 2025, 84 combat engagements have taken place at the front, with Russian invaders continuing massive assaults on the positions of Ukrainian defenders. The greatest activity is concentrated in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions, where the Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled 24 and 16 attacks, respectively.
Ukraine and Romania extended traffic restrictions through the Sighetu Marmației – Solotvyno checkpoint until December 2, 2025. The restrictions will be in effect daily from 09:00 to 16:00 due to bridge repairs over the Tisa River.
The SBU and the National Police have blocked new draft evasion schemes, detaining seven organizers. The defendants sold forged documents or smuggled conscripts abroad for sums up to 18.5 thousand US dollars.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin announced the need to create a security zone along the border with Ukraine. Military analyst Ivan Stupak did not rule out that this is an informational maneuver.
On the night of December 2, Russia launched 62 attack UAVs over Ukraine, 39 of which were shot down or suppressed. 20 drones hit 8 locations across the country.
Vladimir Putin announced his intention to create a security zone along the border with Ukraine. He also reported on the alleged successes of Russian troops at the front and control over several settlements.
Canada has finally decided to join the EU's "Security for Europe" program with a contribution of €150 billion. This is the first time a third country will officially participate in the bloc's flagship joint procurement initiative.
The EU warns the Donald Trump administration against granting amnesty to Putin or writing off Russia's war crimes, calling it a strategic catastrophe. The EU emphasizes the need to hold Russia accountable for crimes in Ukraine and supports the creation of a tribunal.
The Polish prosecutor has requested a European arrest warrant for Yevhen Ivanov and Oleksandr Kononov, citizens of Ukraine. They are suspected of sabotage against railway infrastructure, which included damaging tracks and the contact line.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on constructive talks with the US in Miami, noting the presence of "difficult issues" that still need to be worked on. Further actions will be determined after the report of Ukrainian representatives returning to Europe and planned negotiations with European partners.
US President's Special Representative Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner are traveling to Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin. The talks between the US and Ukraine have focused on the de facto border with Russia.
On the night of December 1, Russia attacked Ukraine with 89 Shahed-type, Gerbera-type, and other types of attack UAVs. Ukraine's defense forces shot down or suppressed 63 enemy drones; 26 UAV hits were recorded.
US-Ukraine talks focused on defining a de facto border with Russia under a peace agreement. The meeting was difficult, but productive, with a discussion of the territorial issue.
A court in Lviv region fined a border guard 17,000 UAH for improper performance of duty at the Shehyni checkpoint. The man left his post to use the toilet, which allowed a Ukrainian citizen to illegally cross the border into Poland.
US and Ukrainian delegations met in Florida to discuss the election schedule, the possibility of territorial exchange, and other outstanding issues. These negotiations are key to agreeing on the proposed peace deal.
In Dnipro, the police and SBU stopped the activities of a group of people who, for $10,000, promised to resolve the issue of unfitness for military service. The doctor and her son were suspected of abuse of influence.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine detected networks of special secure communication terminals of the Russian army along the front line and on the African continent. After using the information from the terminals, the HUR decided to disclose their geolocation and destroy them.
On the night of November 29, two drones from Ukraine crossed Moldova's airspace, leading to a temporary suspension of air traffic. The authorities have strengthened security measures, are checking the territory, and are monitoring the situation.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 230 combat engagements per day, 54 of which took place in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy is actively assaulting the positions of Ukrainian defenders, especially near Pokrovsk and Lyman.
The administration of US President Donald Trump is preparing a proposal that involves recognizing Russia's control over annexed Crimea and occupied territories of Ukraine. This is part of a peace agreement being developed by US Special Representative Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
Border guards eliminated a group of occupiers on motorcycles in the Lyman direction and showed a video of their combat work.
Lviv law enforcement officers have sent to court the case of a 22-year-old woman who sold amphetamine, mephedrone, and cannabis, involving her 5-year-old daughter in criminal activities. The child helped her mother make "stashes" and load packages with drugs into parcel lockers.
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys emphasized that concessions to Russia regarding borders threaten the security of Lithuania and Europe. He named three key levers of support for Ukraine: the use of frozen Russian assets, accelerated Ukrainian membership in the EU, and the creation of a Special Tribunal.
US State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott stated that security guarantees for Ukraine must be part of any peace agreement.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 144 combat engagements on the front as of 4 p. m. on November 26. The greatest enemy activity was recorded in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen outlined five EU priorities for peace talks to end Russia's war against Ukraine in the European Parliament on November 26. She emphasized the importance of a just peace, Ukraine's sovereignty, financial support, the role of the EU and NATO, and the return of abducted children.
In Ukraine, a decision has been made to conduct border and customs control directly in train carriages. This practice, already in effect on some Intercity+ trains to Poland, will be extended to sleeper cars on the Kyiv — Przemyśl and Kyiv — Chełm international night routes, which are used by over 130,000 Ukrainians monthly.
On November 27, Ukraine is expected to have heterogeneous weather with a sharp contrast in temperatures. The west will be the coldest (+2...+6°C), while the south and Crimea will see temperatures reach +12...+20°C.
The 28-point US peace plan, unveiled last week, is based on a Russian document submitted to the Trump administration in October. That document contained Moscow's terms for ending the war, including concessions that Ukraine had previously rejected.
