Ukraine
On November 30, cloudy weather with rains is expected in Ukraine, with moderate rains in Zakarpattia, Prykarpattia, and Odesa regions. Daytime temperatures will range from +3° to +8°, and up to +12° in the south.
On November 30, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Radio-Technical Troops of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, established in 2010. On the same day, the world celebrates World Pet Day, International Sex Day, Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare, and Eternal Youth Day.
Scotland has canceled the monthly "thank you" payment to families hosting Ukrainian refugees, raising fears of a rise in homelessness among Ukrainians. Around 28,000 Ukrainians have found refuge in Scotland since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion.
Russia is increasingly using "disposable infantrymen" without equipment in attacks on Ukrainian positions, especially in the Lyman direction. This trend indicates high losses and supply shortages in the Russian army.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu condemned another massive shelling of Ukraine, which took place on the night of November 29. She noted that Russian drones again violated Moldova's airspace.
On November 29, 260 combat engagements were recorded at the front, the enemy launched 1 missile and 33 air strikes, dropping 86 guided aerial bombs. Ukrainian soldiers repelled numerous attacks in various directions, including neutralizing 142 occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction.
A Ukrainian delegation will meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner in Florida. The meeting comes amid pressure from Washington for a peace deal and a political crisis in Ukraine.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk reminded NATO member states on social media platform X that the Alliance was created to protect the West from Russian aggression, and its foundation is solidarity. He expressed hope that these principles remain unchanged.
The Ukrainian women's biathlon team took 15th place in the relay at the World Cup in Östersund, Sweden, while the men's team finished 9th. On Sunday, the single mixed and classic mixed relays will take place.
The Ukrainian delegation will arrive in the USA on November 29 to continue the dialogue on ending the war, with clear directives. President Zelenskyy also reported on the shelling of Ukraine on November 29, where 19 missiles and almost 560 drones were shot down.
US President's Special Representative Steve Witkoff offered Ukraine a 10-year exemption from US tariffs instead of Tomahawk missiles. He believes this will help revive the Ukrainian economy, while missiles will not have a significant effect in the war with Russia.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine detected networks of special secure communication terminals of the Russian army along the front line and on the African continent. After using the information from the terminals, the HUR decided to disclose their geolocation and destroy them.
On November 30, power restrictions will be in effect throughout Ukraine due to Russian attacks. Hourly outage schedules and power restrictions will be applied from 00:00 to 23:59.
The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine reported that a civil marriage does not provide the same rights and guarantees as an officially registered marriage. To inherit the property of a deceased partner, it is necessary to prove the fact of cohabitation for 5 years and satisfy other court requirements.
On November 30, Ukraine is expected to have daytime air temperatures of +4 to +9 degrees, with no significant precipitation. Kyiv is forecast to have around +7 degrees with no precipitation.
Since the beginning of November 29, 157 combat engagements have been recorded along the entire front line. The enemy carried out air strikes and shelling in the Siversk-Slobozhanskyi, Kupyansk, Lyman, Pokrovsk and other directions.
Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard stated that Russia is not seeking peace after the November 29 shelling of Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and pressuring Russia.
Interpol has officially recognized cryptocurrency-related fraud as the foundation of the scam scheme industry, calling it a transnational criminal threat. Criminal networks use advanced technologies to deceive victims and disguise operations.
The translator of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban omitted an important sentence during a meeting with Putin in Moscow. This led to a distortion of the Russian dictator's statement on international issues.
A new analysis of two decades of satellite data has revealed the depletion of freshwater reserves in Southern and Central Europe. Scientists note that this is a consequence of climate change and an "alarming signal" for politicians.
SBU Sea Baby naval drones hit two sanctioned oil tankers, KAIRO and VIRAT, in the Black Sea. This was a joint operation of the 13th Main Directorate of Military Counterintelligence of the SBU with the Ukrainian Navy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the head of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, where they discussed the security and political situation. They identified important priorities for the negotiation process. Budanov is a member of the Ukrainian delegation for negotiations with the US and other partners.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed the Ukrainian delegation led by Rustem Umerov, which went to the USA, to promptly prepare steps to end the war. Ukraine continues cooperation with America, expecting the finalization of the results of the meetings in Geneva.
The Ukrainian delegation, led by NSDC Secretary Rustem Umerov, departed for the United States for negotiations. The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, also joined the delegation. The delegation has already reported to President Zelenskyy on the preparations for the meetings.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov as the head of Ukraine's delegation to participate in the negotiation process with the United States and other international partners, as well as with representatives of the Russian Federation. Previously, this delegation was headed by Andriy Yermak.
As a result of the night attack on Kyiv on November 29, 37 people were injured, two died. Currently, 15 injured people are in hospitals.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Oleksandr Mishchenko stated that Russia strategically perceives the alliance between Ukraine and Poland as a threat. A significant part of the negative media coverage may be the result of deliberate actions by Russia, which is trying to weaken Polish-Ukrainian unity.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that after the war, Ukraine would become a buffer state between the West and Russia, as it was before the war.
On the night of November 29, Russia attacked Ukraine with 36 missiles and 596 drones, with the main strike targeting the Kyiv region. Air defense shot down 19 missiles, including one "Kinzhal", and 558 drones.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported 3 dead and dozens wounded as a result of Russia's massive night attack with approximately 36 missiles and 600 drones. The main targets were energy and civilian infrastructure, leading to damage and fires in residential buildings.