Ukraine

President Zelenskyy signed a decree on changing the borders of the Chornobyl Radiation and Ecological Biosphere Reserve. The border service received a 45-meter wide strip of land for engineering and technical structures.

Sweden and Denmark have signed a contract for the purchase of 205 Stridsfordon 90 combat vehicles worth 25 billion kronor. Ukraine will receive 40 modern infantry fighting vehicles, deliveries will begin in 2026.

The president of Ukraine held a telephone conversation with the prime minister of Italy regarding the 10th aid package. The leaders agreed to strengthen coordination to increase the supply of air defense systems.

An industrial park "Muzhay" will be created on the territory of the Beregovo community, which will provide 427 jobs. The park will specialize in food production, paper production and motor transport.

The minister of justice commented on the criticism of the draft law No. 10242 on strengthening responsibility for the dissemination of data from e-registers. Stefanishina stressed the need for a balance between data security and freedom of speech.

The first batch of the Ukrainian ad drone missile was handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine. Zelensky confirmed the successful combat use of new weapons and plans to increase production.

Of the millions of mines produced, 417 cases of abnormal operation were detected due to problems with imported gunpowder. 24 thousand mines from a batch of 54 thousand are subject to return to the manufacturer.

The commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that the losses during the offensive in the Kursk Region were half as much as in defense. The operation dealt a blow to the reputation of the Russian Federation and achieved its goal.

The security expert calls on the head of the ARMA Elena Duma to take responsibility for the scandal with fictitious disability certificates of her subordinates. Police are investigating the case against five agency officials.

President Zelensky stressed the importance of strengthening the army and achieving a just peace for Ukraine. He stressed that if one believes, then everyone can be saved.

The ministry is developing a new approach that will allow women to choose their own period of parental leave. It is also planned to expand the "municipal nanny" program and introduce systematic support for families.

Russian Geran-2 drones massively fail due to poor-quality Chinese servomotors. New T-90M tanks are produced without laser sensors due to sanctions restrictions.

The court in Georgia has arrested the opposition figure Nika Gvaramia after searches in the offices of opposition parties. Earlier, Ukraine imposed sanctions on 19 high-ranking Georgian officials who support the policy of Vladimir Putin.

The Ukrainian military conducted a successful operation in the Kursk Region, disorienting the enemy and moving deeper into the territory. The Command explained the boundaries of the advance and the tactics of blocking settlements.

In the Kiev region, 127 units of special equipment and 175 employees are clearing roads of ice. On the territory of the region there is cloudy weather with light sleet, temperatures from 0° to -2°.

Ukraine will start receiving 5 50 billion from the G7 in 2025 at the expense of frozen Russian assets. The loan will not need to be repaid if Ukraine does not receive reparations from the Russian Federation.

Air raid alert has been declared throughout the territory of Ukraine due to the threat of the enemy using ballistic weapons. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is calling on the population to be vigilant in all regions.

Military expert Dmitry Snegirev calls for mass training of civilians based on the Israeli experience. A National Resistance Center with free training from veterans has already been opened in Brovary.

In Kryvyi Rih, criminal proceedings have been initiated due to the disruption of the heating season, 443 houses remain without heat. Repair work continues with 66 teams.

Serbia is discussing a new gas supply contract with Russia after the current one expires in March. The country seeks to increase the volume of supplies, while maintaining a balance in relations with Russia and Europe.

The Ukrainian military is conducting a large-scale operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. The operation was carefully planned under the leadership of Sirsky to prevent a Russian offensive on Sumy.

The president of Ukraine awarded new military ranks to three commanders and one deputy commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Among the promoted ones are the heads of the MTR, DSHV, OK Vostok and the deputy commander of the Joint Forces.

The head of the National Academy of ground forces Pavel Tkachuk will be dismissed due to complaints about systematic harassment of cadets. Cadets complained about bowling, forced fundraising, and restricted layoffs.

The Ukrainian Embassy in Lebanon has called on Ukrainians to refrain from traveling to Syria due to the worsening situation. Those who are in the country are advised to follow security measures and consider leaving.

Olga Stefanyshyna stated in the Verkhovna Rada that she has weapons and the right to self-defense. The minister of justice stressed the importance of a legal balance between punishment and the right to self-defense.

Director of the NBU's legal department Oleksandr Zima is involved in abuse of office proceedings. The case is related to the liquidation of Concord Bank and pressure on the DGF.

Police have completed an investigation into 11 members of a drug group who supplied drugs from the EU via mail. During 58 searches, prohibited substances worth UAH 5 million were seized.

Maria Melnichenko won the Miss Ukraine 2024 pageant among 18 participants. This is the first beauty contest of this level in Ukraine since the beginning of a full-scale invasion.

Poland will focus on security, energy and competitiveness during its EU presidency from January 2025. Tusk called on Europe to be more "selfish" and solidarity in facing external challenges.

Political expert Petro Oleshchuk said that Poroshenko's visit to the United States will remind Republicans of Ukraine's interference in the 2016 elections. The expert recalled the scandal with the "Black Book" and support for Hillary Clinton.