Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky reported one of the largest Russian offensives since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. The situation at the front remains difficult, and Ukrainian units need constant replenishment of resources.
Kyiv has launched an information and psychological campaign against North Korean soldiers preparing to join the war. South Korea sends military observers to Ukraine to monitor the DPRK's actions, and its observers can join these efforts.
Over the last day, 145 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Kurakhove sector - 52 attacks. The enemy launched 4 missile attacks, 73 air strikes and made 3,674 attacks.
The weather in Ukraine is dry with partly cloudy skies, with temperatures ranging from +8°C to +19°C depending on the region. A cold snap is expected over the weekend, but precipitation is unlikely.
A fire was extinguished in the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv after a UAV attack on a 16-story building. Two people were injured and 18 residents were evacuated.
Over the past day, the occupants lost 1270 troops, 8 tanks and 17 armored vehicles. The enemy's total losses since the beginning of the war have reached almost 698 thousand personnel.
A 16-story building caught fire in Kyiv's Sviatoshynskyi district after a drone attack. The fire covered 50 square meters, damaged apartments on the 15th and 16th floors, and residents are being evacuated.
According to DeepState, the invaders occupied Yasna Polyana and advanced in Novodmytrivka, Druzhba, Maksymivka, Novoukrainka and Terny.
There were 126 combat engagements in various sectors of the frontline over the last day. The most intense enemy attacks were registered in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors - 36 and 48 assault actions respectively.
The President of Ukraine announced the possibility of long-range strikes on the positions of North Korean troops in Russia. Zelensky called on partners to take action to prevent further escalation of the conflict.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski announced the possibility of credit purchases of military equipment from Polish manufacturers. The loan can be repaid after the war is over and Ukraine is rebuilt.
Russia does not allow international observers to visit thousands of Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilian hostages. At a ministerial conference in Canada, one of the countries declared its readiness to help Ukrainians in Russia.
The Pentagon estimates Ukraine's military capability for 6-12 months due to a possible lack of resources. Ukraine deploys new brigades to the Kursk region, changing the original plans for their use.
ARMA Head Olena Duma promises to launch a modernized register of seized assets in early 2025. The updated database will contain expanded information on property, funds and international cooperation.
Ukraine's Defense Minister held a weekly conversation with the Pentagon chief on the situation at the front. The parties discussed the DPRK's involvement in the war and further US support for Ukraine's defense industry.
The Pentagon has announced a new package of military aid to Ukraine worth $425 million. The package includes air defense missiles, HIMARS ammunition, artillery, Stryker armored vehicles, and other equipment.
Brian Whitmore predicts that Kamala Harris may pursue a more decisive pro-Ukrainian policy than Biden. As for Trump, the expert expressed concern about his isolationist stance and sympathy for Putin.
The government has approved changes to test 5G in three cities of Ukraine within 2 years. They will test the compatibility of the technology with military equipment, and the full launch is planned for 2030.
The President received three petitions asking him to abandon the eSupport program to pay UAH 1,000 to each Ukrainian. The authors propose to allocate the funds to the army and rehabilitation of veterans.
Ivan Kotsyubaylo, the younger brother of the fallen Da Vinci Wolves battalion commander Dmytro Kotsyubaylo, has died. The tragedy occurred on the eve of the Hero of Ukraine's birthday.
Kyiv is hosting a series of cultural events, including a dance performance, concerts and art exhibitions. Visitors will be able to see the Pie and the Whip performance, the Empire of Angels play, and contemporary art exhibitions.
In 9 months of 2024, the share of non-performing loans in Ukrainian banks decreased to 32. 3%, which is 5% less than at the beginning of the year. Excluding PrivatBank's debts and old debts, the NPL share is 20.9%.
Four doctors in Rivne region are suspected of making fake documents to obtain disability groups. The doctors falsified medical histories and examination results to help avoid mobilization.
7 thousand couples have applied for an online marriage through the Diia app. More than a million Ukrainians have used the online proposal feature, and the entire marriage process takes only 30 minutes.
More than three thousand teams from 555 schools in Kyiv region are taking part in the Side by Side All-Ukrainian School Leagues. The competition will be held in seven sports with the support of Olympic champions.
There were 74 combat engagements over the last day, the most intense in the Pokrovske, Kurakhove and Lyman sectors. The enemy is actively storming the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, but the defenders are holding the line and successfully repelling the attacks.
The Brovary City Council has introduced free sports and recreation programs for the military and their families. These include swimming in the Kupava pool and diving rehabilitation for wounded soldiers.
A group of people who worked to disrupt mobilization and justified Russian aggression were detained in four regions of Ukraine. The detainees face charges of high treason and obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces.
Ukraine harvested 47. 9 million tons of grains and 18.8 million tons of oilseeds from an area of 18.6 million hectares. Odesa, Poltava, and Chernihiv regions were the leaders in grain harvest.
The head of Chechnya plans to send 84,000 Kadyrovites to the front. At the same time, more than 3,000 mercenaries from the DPRK are being trained at training grounds in Kursk.
