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.
A 48-year-old Ukrainian man fainted during an attempt by police to handcuff him in Opole Voivodeship. The man was behaving aggressively during the interview and resisted the police.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fitzo has spoken out against Ukraine's Victory Plan in an interview with a Russian propagandist. He said that there were allegedly “real” peace agreements in April 2022.
17 Ukrainian manufacturing teams presented their developments of drone swarms and guided munitions. The tests were conducted with the participation of military and government officials, who provided recommendations for improving the products.
Ukraine invited Austria to join the Coalition for Demining and to invest in the production of missile defense equipment. The parties also discussed training of the Ukrainian military.
The Security Service exposed the administrators of Viber and Telegram channels that disseminated the locations of the Armed Forces and checkpoints. The six suspects face up to 8 years in prison for obstructing the activities of the military.
The President of Ukraine visited Uzhhorod as part of the Made in Ukraine platform. About 400 relocated enterprises are successfully operating in Zakarpattia, and the region will receive UAH 530 million in support.
South Korean intelligence reports that the DPRK has completed preparations for its seventh nuclear test. It is also preparing to launch a long-range ballistic missile capable of reaching the United States.
At the Yahodyn customs post, 255 gold and silver jewelry weighing 1. 5 kg were found on a passenger of a Poznan-Sumy bus. The woman tried to illegally transport the jewelry without declaring it.
The President of Ukraine said that global conflicts not only divert attention from Ukraine, but also divide military aid. Zelenskyy also noted the impact of these conflicts on the country's information support.
International donors provide support to small businesses in small towns in Ukraine through grants and consultations. Brovary community attracted over UAH 466 million in investments and created almost 600 jobs during the war.
Russia earns $10-12 billion a month from the shadow fleet, Zelensky said. The capacity of Russia's shadow oil fleet increased by 70% over the year, despite Western sanctions.
In the temporarily occupied territories, Russians demand a Russian passport to renegotiate heating contracts. This also requires re-registration of housing ownership under the laws of the occupiers.
