Ukraine

The Brovary City Council plans to receive 50 wheelchairs from sister cities in Europe for free rent. The initiative is aimed at helping people who cannot get wheelchairs through government programs.

French Ambassador Gael Veyer said that Ukraine's accession to NATO would end the war and strengthen Europe's security. However, the decision must be shared by all NATO member states.

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved an agreement with Romania to build a road bridge across the Tisza River. The new logistics hub will connect the Bila Tserkva and Sighetu Marmatiei checkpoints to speed up the movement of people and goods.

French Ambassador Gael Veyer has expressed his readiness to provide Ukraine with significant support to ensure sustainable peace. France expects Ukraine to clearly define the assistance needed and plans technical and political preparations.

35% of Ukrainians believe in joining the EU within 5 years, and 54% believe that EU membership without NATO is possible. The majority of respondents (57%) believe that Western partners are not doing enough to help Ukraine win.

China is introducing new restrictions on the export of key components for the production of UAVs to the United States and Europe. This could significantly affect the production of drones in Ukraine, as China controls 80% of the component market.

The National Police is investigating the issuance of fake disability documents to ARMA officials. The expert believes that such actions are impossible without the knowledge of the head of the agency, Olena Duma.

The Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council denied information about Russia's mass production of intercontinental ballistic missiles “Oreshnik. ” Russia has only a few experimental models of this missile.

64% of Ukrainians are against negotiations with Russia without security guarantees from the West. Compared to last year, the number of opponents of compromises has decreased, but the majority is still against concessions on language and the army.

Ukraine has become a hostage to internal political discussions in Poland, where Ukrainian products are used as a tool in disputes. The Ministry of Agriculture warns of the risks of new border blockades due to the upcoming elections in Poland.

Leading Ukrainian banks are planning to sign a memorandum limiting card transfers to UAH 100,000 per month. The document also envisages enhanced monitoring of individual entrepreneurs and a limit on the number of accounts in one currency.

The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine did not record any attempts by Russian troops to enter the territory of Sumy region. The terrain there is swampy, which makes it difficult for the enemy to gain a foothold in these positions.

In Brovary community, 14 units of special equipment and 76 employees were engaged in snow removal. Utilities are working to ensure safety on roads, sidewalks and bus stops.

Ukrainian officials are discussing possible restrictions on Telegram due to its potential threats. According to intelligence reports, the messenger is used for cyberattacks and to adjust missile strikes, although it is used by 70% of Ukrainians.

On December 10, no power outage schedules will be applied in Volyn region. This will be in effect until a new order is issued by NPC Ukrenergo.

Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration Ihor Zhovkva announced the signing of a new security agreement. Ukraine already has 27 such documents that provide military assistance and funding for 2024 and beyond.

The President signed a law on new rules for the qualification exam for judges. Candidates must undergo a cognitive abilities test.

As part of the HOME project, more than 1,800 families whose homes were destroyed received compensation through housing certificates. Ukraine received a second tranche of €30 million from the Council of Europe Development Bank to pay for more than 800 certificates.

Ihor Zhovkva, deputy head of the Presidential Administration, said that he would continue the dialogue with all 32 NATO members on Ukraine's invitation. The position of Germany and the United States is decisive, but membership is impossible until the aggressor is defeated.

Danylo Hetmantsev is introducing initiatives that harm Ukraine's economy and strengthen shadow schemes. Blocking tax invoices, the White Business Club, and the forced purchase of government bonds are causing outrage among businesses.

In Ukraine, 66 settlements in 4 regions are without power due to weather conditions. Electricity consumption increased by 2.8% compared to the previous day, and a significant power shortage remains.

The Geminid meteor shower will peak on the night of December 13-14, with up to 150 meteors per hour. This is one of the most spectacular annual meteor showers generated by the Phaeton asteroid.

Moldova will receive drone interceptors from the European Union in 2025. This will help the country prevent unauthorized flights of foreign UAVs over its territory.

The head of Russia's foreign intelligence service, Naryshkin, claims a strategic advantage in all areas of the front. According to him, Russian troops are close to achieving their goals, and the Ukrainian Armed Forces are allegedly on the verge of collapse.

The NBU has set the official exchange rate at UAH 41. 50/USD and UAH 43.85/€. Various exchange rates are available at banks, exchangers and on the interbank market, with the most favorable rates on the interbank market.

“Lvivoblenergo has canceled the planned power outage schedules for December 10. At the same time, Ukrenergo is announcing restrictions for other regions of Ukraine with different limitations for household and industrial consumers.

The Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of Defense announced that the North Korean military is ready for combat operations in the Kursk region. According to Ukrainian intelligence, 2,000 DPRK troops have been deployed to Russian brigades.

Over the last day, 175 combat engagements took place, with the largest number of attacks in the Pokrovsk sector - 51. The enemy carried out 37 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times, using 1,617 kamikaze drones.

ISW reports a critical reduction in Russia's financial reserves due to the war against Ukraine. Expenditures have exceeded $200 billion, and corruption in the country has increased by 30%.

Ukraine will receive $454 million from the World Bank for healthcare development under the THRIVE project. The money will be used to strengthen the effectiveness of the healthcare system in times of war.