From October 3 to November 14, 2025, almost as many people left Ukraine as in the previous 9 months. This is due to the intensification of shelling of civilian targets and the opening of opportunities for men aged 18-22 to leave the country.
The US Armed Forces are analyzing the use of autonomous weapon systems in the war in Ukraine to apply these developments in their own operations. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth emphasized that AI will play a key role in future wars, calling on allies to increase defense budgets.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that the results of the upcoming parliamentary elections will decide whether Budapest will be drawn into a war with Russia. He noted that next year's elections will be the last before the war, as Europe has already decided to "go to war" by 2030.
A ceremony of raising the Ukrainian flag was held at the NATO Special Mission for Security Support and Training for Ukraine on the occasion of the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Representatives of 35 partner states, led by NSATU and SAG-U Commander Lieutenant General Curtis Buzzard, took part in the event.
European Union leaders will discuss the use of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine at a summit on December 18. Belgium has a special position on this issue, and the US is trying to block EU plans to use these assets.
The Swedish navy detects Russian submarines in the Baltic Sea almost every week. Sweden is preparing for a possible increase in their number if a ceasefire is reached in Ukraine.
Lithuania revoked residence permits for 145 Russian citizens due to frequent trips to Russia and Belarus, guided by the law "On restrictive measures in connection with military aggression. " Among those deprived of residence permits is former human rights activist Mikhail Benyash, who visited Minsk to meet with his son.
Since the beginning of December 6, 151 combat engagements have taken place on the Russian-Ukrainian front. Russian troops launched two missile and 27 air strikes, used 55 missiles and 3637 kamikaze drones.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced the dispatch of a Hungarian business delegation to Moscow. The mission will focus on economic cooperation in post-war conditions, when Russia may be reintegrated into the Western economy.
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned Russia's massive strikes on Ukraine on December 6, emphasizing the need to pressure the aggressor for peace. He will meet with the leaders of Ukraine, Great Britain, and Germany on December 8 to discuss the situation and US mediation.
Part of Belgorod and its suburbs were left without electricity on the evening of December 6 due to a Russian aerial bomb falling on a substation. Governor Gladkov confirmed the outage and reported one injured person.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk addressed the US, emphasizing that Europe is its closest ally, not a problem. This happened after the update of the US national security strategy, which envisages the restoration of relations with Russia.
Moldova has appealed to Romania for emergency electricity assistance after massive Russian strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure. The company Moldelectrica urges citizens to consume electricity rationally to prevent overloads.
Ukrainian Oleksandr Okipniuk won the first stage of the Ski Aerials World Cup in Ruka, Finland, performing the most difficult jump of his career. This is his first podium, which immediately became a victory, surpassing his competitors by more than 20 points.
President Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with representatives of the negotiating teams of Ukraine and the United States, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Key aspects of ending the Russian invasion and guarantees of peace were discussed.
On December 7, hourly power outage schedules will be introduced throughout Ukraine from 00:00 to 23:59. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as well as the leaders of France and Germany, at Downing Street. The meeting will take place amid negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine and discussing post-war security guarantees.
In Kyiv Oblast, the consequences of Russian shelling in Bila Tserkva, Bucha, and Vyshhorod districts have been eliminated. Over a hundred rescuers and State Emergency Service aircraft were involved in extinguishing fires, and three people were injured.
The Main Directorate of Intelligence congratulated the Armed Forces of Ukraine on the Day of the Armed Forces, calling them the foundation of statehood and a guarantee of sovereignty. The head of the Main Directorate of Intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, emphasized that the security of Ukraine and Europe rests on the courage of the military.
Ukraine's nuclear power plants were forced to reduce generation capacity due to a massive Russian strike on energy infrastructure. Zaporizhzhia NPP temporarily remained without external power, the 750 kV line remains disconnected.
As of 4:00 PM on December 6, 2025, 77 battles have already taken place at the front, with the highest activity in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. The Defense Forces are taking measures to prevent the enemy from advancing deeper into Ukrainian territory.
On December 7, Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with clearings and moderate wind. Temperatures will range from light frost at night to above zero during the day, with no precipitation.
The National Bank of Ukraine, on the occasion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Day, presented a special set of commemorative circulation coins with a face value of 10 hryvnias. The coins are dedicated to each branch of the military that is part of the structure of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The IAEA team is checking the condition of the electrical substations that power the NPP after recent attacks on energy infrastructure. Experts also found damage to the protective arch structure over the destroyed fourth power unit of the ChNPP.
The GUR's special unit "Ghosts" eliminated an enemy Buk-M3 anti-aircraft missile system in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast. This happened on the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near the settlement of Svyatotroitske.
The President of Ukraine addressed the participants of the military prayer breakfast on December 6, thanking them for their unity and support of Ukrainian defenders. He emphasized the symbolism of the day, which combines a state and spiritual holiday.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Ryazan Oil Refinery on December 6, 2025, hitting a low-temperature isomerization unit. Fire damage was also inflicted on the Alchevsk Metallurgical Combine, which produces shell casings.
Hungary blocked the decision to issue Eurobonds to finance Ukraine, which was an alternative to the "reparation loan. " Belgium also opposes it due to fears of lawsuits from Russia.
The Veteran Corps unites servicemen and veterans for mutual support and participation in the development of business, science, education, and society. The first step is a survey to identify the needs of military personnel for returning to civilian life.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited wounded servicemen in one of Kyiv's medical facilities, thanking them for their service and presenting state awards. The Head of State also honored medics for their work in saving the lives of defenders.
