Ukraine

Russia has lost more than 3,600 tanks and 8,000 armored vehicles since the start of the full-scale invasion. Due to significant losses, the occupiers are forced to retrieve outdated Soviet equipment from storage.

The Ukrainian president criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's intentions to influence Putin. Zelenskyy emphasized the strength of the Ukrainian army and said he would not allow such attempts.

The President of Ukraine said that Trump's position on the Victory Plan will become clear after his inauguration. Zelenskyy hopes for closer contacts with the newly elected US president.

The head of the Mariupol MSEC demanded $5,000 for establishing a disability group III for an IDP. A search of her apartment revealed more than $20,000.

The Cabinet of Ministers has additionally allocated UAH 393. 77 million for the National Cashback and Winter eSupport programs. The funds were redistributed by reducing spending on industrial parks and demining.

There were 88 combat engagements in various frontline areas, and Ukrainian defenders repelled 29 enemy attacks in the Kursk region.

The President of Ukraine has said that he does not need intermediaries to communicate with US President-elect Donald Trump. The teams of the two presidents are already actively cooperating at the acquaintance stage.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk arrives in Lviv to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

The first Sport Business Club Awards 2024 took place in Ukraine, where representatives of the sports industry were honored. GGBET won the International Project of the Year and Sport Business Media - Promo of the Year nominations.

Zelenskyy said the US has approved $177 billion in aid to Ukraine, but not all funds and weapons have been received. Ukraine needs an additional 12-15 Patriot air defense systems to protect its skies.

A draft law has been prepared to ban the blocking of accounts of critical infrastructure operators in the war zone. Zelenskyy promised to personally oversee the adoption of this law.

SBU Military Counterintelligence detained 12 Russian agents and their informants in 5 regions of Ukraine. The spies were collecting data on air defense locations, secret airfields and the production of electronic warfare equipment.

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.