Ukraine
Over the past day, Russians made almost 300 attacks and attempted three attacks in Kharkiv region, taking advantage of the weather conditions. Enemy losses: 52 people, 4 armored vehicles, 25 drones and other equipment.
Zelenskyy announced the allocation of UAH 15 billion from the Ministry of Social Policy program to support IDPs in frontline cities. The funds will help 10,000 households, which will cover about 30,000 people.
The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated over UAH 37 billion for the construction of fortifications in the third line of defense, and most of the work has been completed. Nearly 950 medical facilities that were damaged during the war have also been restored.
4. 4 million Ukrainians received UAH 1000 each through Diia and UAH 500 thousand through Ukrposhta as part of the Winter ePay program. 63% of the money spent was spent on utility bills.
The IAEA has extended its monitoring mission at key substations for the operation of Ukrainian NPPs. The decision was made after a meeting between Herman Galushchenko and Rafael Grossi and the adoption of a resolution on the protection of energy infrastructure.
Over the past three years, UAH 166 billion has been spent on direct support for IDPs, and UAH 41 billion in 2024. In 2025, it is planned to allocate about UAH 50 billion to support internally displaced persons.
Dmytro Lubinets responded to an appeal regarding the abuse of military personnel in the 211th Brigade. Criminal proceedings have been initiated, the commander has been notified of suspicion, and searches have been conducted.
50% of the energy equipment from our partners is already in operation in Ukraine. A total of 486 cogeneration units and 296 modular boiler houses have been agreed upon.
The housing and utilities expert spoke about the importance of international assistance for the energy efficiency of Ukrainian communities. Thanks to cooperation with foreign partners, communities receive generators and equipment for the stable operation of infrastructure.
The UK provides 35m pounds to restore the energy system and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Sanctions were also imposed against 20 ships and two Russian companies involved in shady oil transportation.
The Army+ mobile application has reached 500 thousand authorized users among the military. The app launched a survey on the quality of military uniforms and added new features for transfers between units.
The Verkhovna Rada has extended tax and customs privileges through 2025, including the import of drones and components. The law also provides for support for volunteers, benefits for cinemas, and changes to eco-standards for transport.
Resistance to Ukraine's actions to liberate the peninsula is growing in occupied Crimea. Ukraine is considering a political and diplomatic way of de-occupation due to a lack of military capabilities.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported intensive Russian offensives in the Kursk region involving North Korean units. DPRK mercenaries have already suffered significant losses.
In 2024, 255,000 hectares of land were demined in Ukraine, but another 1-1. 5 million hectares need to be cleared. There are 59 demining teams working on demining, and another 60 are being accredited.
In Chernivtsi region, rescuers found a man who had gotten lost in the woods near the village of Banyliv-Pidhirnyi. The victim spent almost three days in the woods, but was able to provide approximate coordinates of his location.
US President-elect Trump's team understands Ukraine's importance to global security. Trump has announced progress in efforts to stop the war and is ready to receive Zelenskyy.
The President of Ukraine said that Ukrainian defenders are deterring attacks involving North Korean soldiers. According to him, their number may increase, so it is necessary to strengthen defense cooperation.
The President of Ukraine will meet with the Polish Prime Minister in Lviv to discuss the work of the newly created Ministry of National Unity. They are planning to discuss support for Ukrainians abroad.
A solid fuel boiler in a two-story building caught fire in the village of Lypnyk, Lviv district. Two people suffered second-degree burns of the head, arms and legs and were hospitalized.
The Parliament instructed the Regulatory Committee to consider a resolution to expel Yuriy Boyko from the Parliamentary Committee on Human Rights. 256 MPs voted in favor of the resolution.
North Korean units set up additional observation posts to detect Ukrainian drones. For offensive actions, the DPRK military forms assault groups of 20-30 people and uses red tape for identification.
Over 5 months, Ukraine exported 19 mln tons of grain, up 4 mln tons year-on-year. Total exports since the beginning of the year amounted to 57 million tons, demonstrating Ukraine's reliability as a partner.
Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise has conducted more than 30 thousand examinations on the consequences of Russian aggression. Experts use 3D scanning to assess both direct losses and lost profits of enterprises.
Two Russian oil tankers sank in the Kerch Strait, causing a fuel spill. According to Zelenskyy, the vessels were almost 50 years old and part of Russia's shadow fleet.
The Verkhovna Rada has passed a bill on multiple citizenship in Ukraine in the first reading. The document defines the conditions for acquiring dual citizenship and prohibits it for citizens of the aggressor state.
The Verkhovna Rada has summoned First Deputy Prosecutor General Khomenko and SBU Head Malyuk to appear before it on December 18. They will report on the activities of pro-Russian parties and assess the statements of MP Boyko.
Starting from January 1, 2025, 18-year-old Ukrainians will be able to buy books in Ukrainian in 11 bookstores under the eBook program. The state provides UAH 908 for the purchase of books, which must be spent within three months.
Alina Lebedieva, a cohabitant of Acting Deputy Head of the State Tax Service Sokur, opened a flower business 3 months after his appointment. The NACP is checking the official's declarations and lifestyle.
Zelensky said that 12-15 additional air defense systems are needed to fully protect the country.