Ukraine

The Verkhovna Rada has passed in the first reading the draft law No. 11543 on school safety. The document provides for mandatory fencing of the territory, technical security equipment and new rules for staying in educational institutions.

A Gradus Research study has shown that 90% of Ukrainians use Telegram, but entertainment content is ahead of news in popularity. Ukrainians are increasingly consuming content through streaming services and social networks.

Russia launched an ICBM from the Astrakhan region along with other missiles during the November 21 attack. Experts consider this a demonstration of the possibility of a nuclear strike.

Due to the bad weather, 109 settlements in 6 regions of Ukraine are without power. Blackout schedules are in place in 11 regions and Kyiv, and electricity is being imported from 5 countries.

The Verkhovna Rada supported in the first reading the draft law No. 9495 on the protection of the rights of deported children. The document defines the status of deported children and the procedure for their return to Ukraine; currently, there are more than 19,000 such children.

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel admitted in her memoirs that she blocked Ukraine's accession to NATO out of fear of a military response from Russia. She explained this by the presence of the Russian fleet in Crimea and the low support for NATO among Ukrainians.

ARMA and Oschadbank held a meeting on the tender for the management of the Gulliver shopping center, but did not reach a consensus. Oschadbank urged to take into account the interests of creditors when holding this tender.

In Kharkiv region, stable heating has been provided in 48 communities. Due to active hostilities, it is impossible to provide heating in Liptsy, part of Kupyansk district and Vovchansk.

The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law allowing military personnel who have deserted for the first time to voluntarily return to service. They will be restored all payments and social guarantees.

Hungary's defense minister has ordered the deployment of air defense assets in the northeastern part of the country. The decision is related to changes in Russia's nuclear doctrine and the West's permission to strike Russian territory.

Four entrepreneurs were served suspicion notices of money laundering in the purchase of fuel wood for the army. The offenders inflated the price of firewood and purchased luxury cars and jewelry with the stolen funds.

Over a decade of investigating the Maidan cases, 540 people have been notified of suspicion. A total of 318 indictments have been sent to court, and 76 people have been sentenced, including 26 who have received actual prison terms.

How the spaces supported by the MHP Next Door program are becoming a support for the military and veterans.

The Ministry of Energy has launched the certification of energy independence of Ukrainian regions to implement effective solutions. The project is being implemented jointly with the OP, the Ministry of Regional Development and RMA managers to improve interaction with communities.

The NABU has launched an inspection of the UAH 17. 7 million apartment where Minister of Agrarian Policy Vitaliy Koval lives. This is the third agriculture minister to be investigated by the anti-corruption bureau.

The Third Committee of the UN General Assembly has approved a resolution on human rights violations in the occupied territories of Ukraine. The document was supported by 78 countries, condemning the occupation and containing new provisions on prisoners of war.

Ukraine has canceled emergency power outages after the air raid, but there will be one and two rounds of blackouts in 16 regions and Kyiv due to damaged power lines.

On the Day of Dignity and Freedom, President Zelenskyy declared that Ukraine's position on the political map of the world is unchanged. He emphasized the importance of Ukrainians' desire to preserve their freedom and independence.

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 National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 25 UAH/USD. The euro exchange rate was set at 43.56 UAH/euro.

The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine reports a significant decrease in the activity of Russian subversive reconnaissance groups on the border with Ukraine. The defense forces control the entire length of the border, despite the enemy's attempts to conduct sabotage activities.

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.

Over the last day, 153 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 34 attacks. The enemy carried out 83 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times.

About 70,000 people cross the border into Ukraine every day, and up to 85,000 on weekends. The ratio of entry and exit is 50/50, and traffic is free.

Ukraine's Defense Minister refused to comment on reports of the use of British Storm Shadow missiles. Umerov said that Ukraine is using all available means to defend itself.

One of the two power lines of Zaporizhzhya NPP was cut off due to Russian shelling. The plant is holding on to the last power line, which threatens a complete blackout and a possible accident.

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov congratulated the servicemen of the Air Assault Troops on their professional holiday, emphasizing their courage, professionalism and important role in the defense of Ukraine. He also honored the memory of the fallen heroes, expressing gratitude for their contribution to the struggle for freedom and independence.

The Polish and allied air forces have raised their aircraft due to another russian attack on facilities in Ukraine. The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces has brought all forces and means to the highest state of readiness.

Cloudy weather with precipitation is forecast in Ukraine, except for the western regions. The temperature will range from -1°C to +17°C, with heavy rains possible in the central and eastern regions.

Over the past day, the occupiers lost 1,510 troops, 8 tanks and 24 armored vehicles. Total enemy losses in manpower since the beginning of the war have reached 727,250.