A training and production laboratory with modern equipment was opened at Nemishayiv College. Food production technology students will be able to practice on a combi steamer and other modern devices.
The White House calls the latest Russian shelling of Ukraine a “major escalation. ” The United States is ready to evolve its decisions on support for Ukraine, the deputy national security adviser said.
The Polish president said that the US authorization to use weapons to strike Russia could be decisive in the war. He also criticized Germany for trying to negotiate with Russia over energy resources.
The Ministry of Defense is developing a new digital tool for communication between business and the state. The platform will allow companies to receive government orders and monitor the development of the defense industry.
The Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada approved the draft state budget for the second reading with important changes. The general fund expenditures amount to UAH 3709.8 billion.
The Ministry of Defense has been working on the digitalization of the MCC services for a year, and 3. 5 million Ukrainians have already updated their data through Reserve+. The ministry is considering reforming the MCC into a service office for servicemen.
The President of Ukraine will deliver his annual address to the Verkhovna Rada and present the Resilience Plan. The plan covers 10 key areas, including the frontline, energy, and the policy of heroes.
The President of Ukraine visited the location of the 25th Brigade in Pokrovsk and awarded the city's defenders. Ukrainian troops stopped 32 hostile attacks in the Pokrovsk sector over the last day.
The Minister of Defense announced new proposals to reform the mobilization system in Ukraine. It is planned to abandon the forced recruitment of citizens and introduce new mechanisms for military service.
The State Employment Service of Ukraine has launched a mobile application for job search with enhanced functionality. The app allows you to search for vacancies, make appointments and receive educational vouchers via your smartphone.
Peskov said that allowing the United States to launch missiles deep into Russia would mean direct US involvement in the conflict. France and the EU are also considering allowing Ukraine to strike at Russian military targets.
Defense Minister Umerov reported on the work on a draft law on military rotation and demobilization. The defense of the country remains a priority due to the enemy's increase in the number of personnel.
A 57-year-old foreigner who lived on the stairs of a building in Pechersk fatally stabbed a 40-year-old janitor. The attacker, who had previously been convicted, was arrested the next day.
A Russian ballistic missile strike on a residential area of Odesa killed 8 people and injured about 20 others. An apartment building, a university and an administrative building were damaged.
The official is suspected of purchasing generators at inflated prices for the needs of the military. His actions resulted in losses of over UAH 3.5 million from the local budget.
The occupiers sent the first conscripts from Mariupol, Volnovakha and Zaporizhzhia to russian military units. They will serve near the Ukrainian border.
The DIU spoke about Russian “Herbera” UAVs.
A group of people who created an artificial shortage of railway tickets to Europe through unauthorized access to accounts was exposed in Kyiv. The criminals resold tickets at three times the price via social media.
EU High Representative Josep Borrell is in favor of allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons to strike at Russian territory. He plans to discuss this issue with EU member states at a meeting in Brussels.
The French representative said that Ukraine could be allowed to strike at Russian military targets. This applies to targets from which aggression against Ukrainian territory is carried out.
Ukraine's GDP grew by 4. 2% in January-October 2024, with the main drivers in transportation, construction, and industry. In October, growth was 1.3% y-o-y, despite a decline in the agricultural sector.
Due to the Russian attack on energy facilities and warming, electricity consumption decreased by 7%. The power grid remains in a significant capacity deficit and restrictions are in place for consumers.
Guerrillas damaged the railroad track between Kalchyk-Malovodne stations in the north of Mariupol district. As a result of the sabotage, two locomotives collided and power lines were damaged.
Military experts commented on the possible authorization of the United States to use long-range missiles against Russia. According to them, the Russians have already adapted and moved important facilities further away from the border.
China's Foreign Ministry calls for a ceasefire after the US allows Ukraine to use long-range missiles. Beijing denies EU accusations of supplying drones to Russia.
Ukraine is continuing to repair the damage caused by the massive shelling of its energy infrastructure. The most difficult situation is in Odesa, where water and heat supply is being gradually restored, and in Burshtyn.
Germany starts supplying Ukraine with 4000 Mini-Taurus UAVs with artificial intelligence. The drones are able to withstand Russian GPS jamming and can attack important military targets.
Due to the hostile attack, blackout schedules are in effect in most regions of Ukraine. Electricity imports from Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, and Moldova are expected to total 3,427 MWh.
German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck announced his intention to reconsider Scholz's decision on TAURUS if he becomes Chancellor. Earlier, CDU candidate Friedrich Merz made a similar pledge.
Biden authorized the use of long-range ATACMS missiles in the Kursk area, where North Korean troops are stationed. The decision was communicated to Ukraine three days ago and is intended to deter the DPRK from further assistance to Russia.
