Ukraine
The U. S. Secretary of Defense announced the deployment of 10,000 DPRK troops to Russia. North Korean soldiers have received Russian uniforms and weapons, some of them are already near Ukraine.
This week, Ukraine and South Korea will determine the format of cooperation to counter the DPRK's deployment of troops to Russia.
There were 134 combat engagements over the last day, with the most difficult situation in the Kurakhove and Pokrovske sectors. The enemy carried out 58 air strikes and launched 663 drones, losing over 220 occupants.
The President's spokesperson announced the preparation of a three-point plan for the second Peace Summit. Ukraine is actively cooperating with the countries of the Global South to obtain their support.
Russian media spread a fake about Ukrainian snipers at an opposition rally in Tbilisi. In fact, the photo showed members of the Georgian hiking club Mtamadideblebi in hiking clothes.
Serbian President Vucic called Putin to cancel his participation in the BRICS summit. During the conversation, he raised the topic of a ceasefire, but Putin showed no interest.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that Putin will not win in Ukraine even with the help of North Korea. The deployment of DPRK troops in Russia was discussed at a meeting of the US and South Korean defense ministers.
The President of Ukraine presented state awards to the military who are undergoing rehabilitation after being wounded in Donetsk, Kharkiv and Kursk regions. He also inspected the center's medical equipment and thanked the defenders for their service.
Russian troops carried out three attacks on Kupyansk and Kucherivka within an hour. The shelling killed one person, wounded six others, and damaged residential buildings and a police car.
The European Intelligence Center detected thousands of North Korean troops on the territory of the Russian Federation. The EU called it a hostile act and warned of appropriate response measures.
Ola Fine LLC, owned by Ukrainian investor Maxim Krippa, has purchased the Ukraina Hotel for UAH 2. 5 billion plus VAT. The proceeds from the first sale as part of a large-scale privatization have already been transferred to the state budget.
The European Commission has expressed concern about the state funding of the “United News” telethon and its role as a platform for the exchange of views. The Commission provided recommendations to improve the media landscape in Ukraine.
The European Commission noted Ukraine's progress in fighting corruption and the work of anti-corruption bodies. The Commission provided recommendations to strengthen the HACC and protect civil society activists.
European Commissioner Oliver Varghese announced the possibility of Ukraine's accession to the EU by 2029. For this purpose, a special “Ukraine Plan” has been created and all the conditions for reforms must be met.
The Diia app was named one of TIME's 200 Best Inventions in the Apps and Software category. The Online Marriage feature was recognized as the world's first fully digital marriage process.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga met with his Canadian counterpart, Melanie Joly. The parties discussed military support, cooperation in defense production and the return of Ukrainian children.
The head of the Pokrovskaya MBA reported on preparations for blocking certain areas of the city. Almost 12 remain in the city thousand residents, including 55 children.
President Zelenskyy announced the production of almost 20 Bohdan self-propelled artillery systems per month in Ukraine. New support packages and joint defense projects were discussed at the summit with the Nordic countries.
A diving rehabilitation program with internationally certified instructors was presented at the Veteran PRO Center. The first group of 8 participants will start classes in the near future.
On the bridge over the Lybid on Air Force Avenue, traffic has been limited to 14 tons and speeds up to 30 km/h. The movement of trucks and trolleybuses with a particularly large capacity is prohibited.
The College of Commissioners of the European Commission has approved a report on Ukraine's progress in reforms for EU membership. Provided all requirements are met, negotiations on clusters can begin in 2025.
The President of Ukraine announced the preparation of a new meeting in the Ramstein format. The previous meeting was postponed due to Hurricane Milton in the United States.
According to the National Police, there are 1. 4 million weapons in Ukraine, of which more than 750,000 are registered in the Unified Register. By the end of January, information about weapons will be available in the Diia app.
DPRK Chief of General Staff Kim Yong Bok has arrived in Russia to lead the operations of North Korean troops. He will be responsible for the participation of DPRK troops in the war against Ukraine and may gain experience in modern combat.
At the training ground between Mariupol and Sartana, 10-15 instructors from North Korea were found. They are training the Russian military to work with North Korean artillery and ammunition.
By the end of January, the Diia app will allow users to view information about their own weapons. The digital permit will completely replace the paper document.
The European Commission has approved the annual Enlargement Package assessing Ukraine's progress towards the EU. Provided all requirements are met, negotiations on clusters could begin in 2025.
Polish President Andrzej Duda has said that any negotiations on Ukraine's future should be held with its participation. Poland will defend this right based on its own historical experience.
Former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö recommends that the EU create its own intelligence service. The proposal is part of a review of the bloc's war and crisis preparedness presented to Ursula von der Leyen.
Over the last day, 51 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline. Most of the enemy's attacks were registered in the Kupyansk and Kurakhove sectors, where the enemy also carried out air strikes.