Ukraine
Polish farmers temporarily blocked the movement of trucks at the border with Ukraine, using this as a tool to influence their own government. The situation has now stabilized, and the electronic queue helps to avoid traffic jams.
Vladislav Hranetsky-Stafiychuk, known as Sord, was served a notice of suspicion for illegal possession of weapons. Earlier, the blogger was accused of embezzling 350 thousand hryvnias from a collection for mortars for the Armed Forces.
The spokesperson for the Khortytsia military jurisdiction reported that former female prisoners participated in assault operations on the side of the Russian Federation. Previously, women in the occupation army performed only auxiliary functions.
The NACP has launched an investigation into the lifestyle of acting Deputy Head of the State Tax Service Yevhen Sokur due to the disappearance of UAH 2. 6 million from his declaration. The inspection also concerns his undeclared cohabitation with a girlfriend.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga called the Russian minister a criminal and left the OSCE meeting room before his speech. The Ukrainian minister was followed by a number of foreign diplomats.
Russian attacks in Ukraine have damaged more than 250,000 buildings and require more than $500 billion to rebuild. More than 65,000 civilians are missing and 1.5 million children are under occupation.
Musician and soldier Yuriy Mielofon was killed on December 2 while performing a combat mission. He was known for creating remixes for the singer Lavika and active volunteer work since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
On the border with Russia, 100-150 attacks are recorded daily, most of them in Sumy region. The situation in the Belarusian direction is under control, with no troop movements observed.
In November, the average daily losses of Russian troops in Ukraine reached a new record of 1,523 people per day. In a month, the Russian army lost 45,680 soldiers, making November the most expensive month of the war.
Ramzan Kadyrov has publicly criticized the heads of the Interior Ministry and the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation, claiming their incompetence. He also spoke out in defense of Muslim migrants, demonstrating his independence from the federal government.
A criminal organization that used phishing sites and fake call centers was exposed in seven regions of Ukraine. The fraudsters deceived elderly people by stealing their money through fake websites selling goods.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted in the first reading the draft law No. 3843. The document provides for the introduction of a jury trial system in the country.
A drone attempted an attack on the Kapustin Yar training ground in the Astrakhan region of Russia. Russian air defense allegedly shot down the drone at the entrance to the territory from which the Oreshnik missile was previously launched along the Dnipro River.
The Ministry of Energy reports a gradual reduction in blackout schedules due to efficient repairs. Electricity consumption remains high, with imports coming from five countries.
Ukraine continues to experience high electricity consumption, with blackout schedules in place in all regions. It is planned to import 12,447 MWh of electricity from five neighboring countries.
The Verkhovna Rada appealed to the UN to determine the legitimacy of Russia's membership in the organization. The parliament also called for Ukraine's consent to long-range strikes against Russian military targets and for sanctions to be extended.
British Minister for Veterans Affairs Alistair Carnes has warned of possible significant losses of the British army in the event of a large-scale war. According to him, the current army of 72,510 servicemen needs to quickly build up reserves.
The NSDC imposed 10-year sanctions against 19 representatives of the Georgian government, including Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. The sanctions were imposed on politicians who support Putin's policies.
The SBU detained a 52-year-old man from Zhytomyr region who created channels for fugitives and planned to work for Russian propaganda. The suspect faces life imprisonment for high treason.
The Verkhovna Rada summoned Minister of Strategic Industries Herman Smetanin to report. Earlier, Defense Minister Umerov was also summoned over the mine scandal, but he did not appear.
Ukrainian biomethane could become an alternative to Russian gas on the European market. Ukraine is actively developing biomethane production with the support of the EU and adapting its legislation for its export.
Yevhen Dyordyay, an officer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and MHP employee, shared his experience of supporting the military through the MHP Poruch program. The company provides comprehensive assistance to 2.5 thousand military personnel and their families in 13 regions of Ukraine.
The United States condemns the violence of the Georgian Dream party against protesters and is preparing additional sanctions. Earlier, the US had already imposed visa restrictions on about a hundred Georgian officials. Ukraine has also imposed sanctions against the Georgian authorities.
The President of Ukraine enacted the NSDC's decision to impose sanctions on Georgian authorities who support the Rutin policy. Zelensky called on international partners to act in the same principled manner.
OP chairman Yermak meets with the incoming Trump administration in Washington. Possible options for a peaceful settlement are discussed, including the issue of territories and NATO membership.
Novaya Pochta has launched the Project" Play for Ukraine " with Ambassador Elina Svitolina to unite Ukrainians. Participants share their personal victory stories and receive a limited edition ball signed by the tennis player.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 66 UAH/USD and 43.70 UAH/€. On the interbank market, the dollar is trading at UAH 41.63-41.67, and the euro at UAH 43.70-43.73.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 44 drones and two "Iskander" missiles struck the Dnipropetrovsk region. Air defense forces destroyed 30 enemy UAVs in various regions, 12 were lost, and 1 flew to Belarus.
Over the past day, 168 combat engagements took place, the enemy carried out 41 air strikes and fired 4,800 times. The highest activity was observed in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors, where 41 hostile attacks were repelled.
Presidential advisor Dmytro Lytvyn denied plans to mobilize 18-year-olds in Ukraine. The statement came after AP reports on possible changes to mobilization legislation initiated by the United States.