Ukraine

Russia has deployed 12,000 North Korean soldiers in the Kursk region and is teaching them modern methods of war. The president of Ukraine warns about the threat of transferring military knowledge to the DPRK.

The president of Ukraine recognized the lack of military forces for the liberation of all occupied territories, including Crimea. He stressed the need for diplomatic solutions, provided that there is sufficient force to deter Russian aggression.

Kyiv University of culture has published a three-volume publication "Mikhail Poplavsky: life in photographs". The photo album reflects the rector's life path from childhood to the present through unique photos.

The first graduates of the new 1. 5-month military training program will go to combat units in December. It is also planned to improve the training of officers and expand advanced training courses.

Gur reports the transfer of 2,000 North Korean military personnel to the Marine Corps and airborne brigades of the Russian Federation. Another 9,000 North Korean military personnel are in the operational reserve of the Russian Federation.

During the first day of the Winter support program, more than 2. 5 million applications for receiving UAH 1,000 of assistance were received. The majority of applicants are women (64%), and 551 thousand applications for payments to children were also submitted.

Germany will provide Ukraine with defense equipment worth 650 million euros in December. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited Kiev for the first time since the beginning of a full-scale invasion.

The NBU set the official Hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 5847/USD. by strengthening it by 1 kopeck. In exchangers, the dollar is traded at 41.75−41.81 UAH, the euro - at 44.22−44.40 UAH.

The air forces of the armed forces of Ukraine shot down 52 of the 110 drones fired by the Russian Federation on the night of December 2. The attack was carried out from various directions, including Kursk, Orel and Millerovo.

ISW: an increase in Russian military spending to 41% of the budget in 2025 does not guarantee an increase in military capabilities. A significant part of the funds will be spent on social payments, which may weaken the country's economy.

Over the past day, there were 165 military clashes, most of the attacks in the Kurakhovsky direction - 48. the enemy carried out 18 airstrikes, carried out 5079 attacks and used 1635 kamikaze drones.

In Ukraine today, mostly cloudy weather is expected with clearings, without significant precipitation. The air temperature will range from -1°C in the east to +6°C in the west of the country.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has published new data on the losses of the Russian occupiers as of December 2. During the day, 1,790 military terrorists were eliminated, 9 tanks and 28 infantry fighting vehicles were destroyed.

As a result of an enemy attack in the Ternopil region, one person was killed, three were injured, and about a hundred residents were evacuated. Buildings and 20 cars were damaged, and rescuers are working on the site.

In the Kiev region, the movement of enemy drones was detected, and the air defense forces were activated in response. The population is urged to stay in shelters until the end of the air alert.

In Sumy and Chernihiv regions, the activity of enemy UAVs was recorded. One was moving south, the other to the southwest.

Jake Sullivan denied information about the possibility of providing nuclear potential to Ukraine. The United States will continue to supply conventional weapons and military equipment to protect Ukraine.

Russian troops advanced near Novy Komar, Berestovo, Pogrebkov and Kurakhovo. During the day, the invaders carried out 18 airstrikes, used 28 kab and 698 kamikaze drones.

In a four-storey cottage in the Shevchenko District of Kiev, a fire broke out, during which 11 people were rescued. One person was injured, and the child was evacuated through a fourth-floor window.

There were 158 military clashes in different directions, most of them in Kurakhovsky, where 48 clashes were recorded. The enemy also actively attacked in the Pokrovsky direction, making 33 assault attempts.

Large-scale protests demanding the resignation of the government continue in Tbilisi, Batumi and Kutaisi. Police are using water cannons against demonstrators who are building barricades, and more than 200 people have already been detained.

The program "support" received more than 2. 1 million applications for the payment of 1000 UAH for the first day of work. The funds can be spent on utilities, medicines, tickets and books, or transferred to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

As a result of the attack, 12 soldiers were killed, including 4 officers, and another 25 were injured. The information requires official confirmation.

On Monday, temporary traffic restrictions will apply in the central part of Kiev due to security measures. The State Security Service warns about possible restrictions for vehicles.

The military reports the movement of enemy drones over the Sumy, Chernihiv, Poltava and Dnipropetrovsk regions. During the week, the Russian federation fired about 660 drones and 120 missiles at Ukraine.

Due to damage to power facilities, electricity supply restrictions are introduced in Ukraine on November 28. There will be alternate blackouts for domestic consumers, and power limit schedules for businesses.

The president explained that the request for the introduction of Allied troops will lead to the loss of half of the support of partners. The EU is currently only considering sending military instructors.

The Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine report the launch of a group of enemy UAVs in the north of Chernihiv region in a south-westerly direction. Over the past week, the Russian Federation has used more than 660 drones and 120 missiles against Ukraine.

The president of Ukraine has warned that freezing the conflict will lead to Putin's return in a few years. Zelensky outlined the conditions for starting the negotiation process with the participation of the EU and NATO.

On Monday, December 2, in the Kiev region, ice is possible on the roads, the temperature will range from +2° to -3°.