Dzheppar: Russia currently promoting three disinformation narratives about Ukraine
Russia is currently promoting three main disinformation narratives about Ukraine in various formats and through various channels.
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State-owned banks report UAH 11.6B profit in Q3 2021 – Ukraine’s finance ministry
In the third quarter of 2021, state-owned banks sealed a profit of UAH 11.6 billion (nearly US$424,4 million), 7.6% more against the previous quarter.
NATO Assistant Secretary General: Safe and democratic Ukraine is key to Euro-Atlantic security
The main goal of strategic communications must be a successful and prosperous Ukraine as a safe and democratic Ukraine is the key to Euro-Atlantic security.
Hybrid war to remain NATO’s main challenge for next 10 years - Stefanishyna
Eight years of Russia’s armed aggression on the territory of Ukraine, along with the efforts to repel hybrid war, have contributed to NATO reviewing its collective security system.
Stefanchuk signs law allocating UAH 8B to vaccinated Ukrainians
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk has signed a law providing for the allocation of UAH 8 billion from Ukraine's state budget for 2021 to pay UAH 1,000 to every Ukrainian who was fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the parliament's website.
Gas transit volume up 16% in Nov – Gas TSO of Ukraine
Compared with October, natural gas transit through the Ukrainian gas transmission system to European countries in November increased by 16%, to 3.049 billion cubic meters.
Leaders of five countries make statement in support of Ukraine
The leaders of the countries of Quint format – Germany, the United States, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom – have expressed strong support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
Important for Ukraine to have own positive narratives - minister
It is important for Ukraine to spread its own positive narratives because countering disinformation through counter-narratives is not always an efficient measure to take.
More than 40,000 children in Ukraine vaccinated against COVID-19
In Ukraine, more than 40,000 children over the age of 12 have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
NATO defense chiefs discuss situation around Ukraine in broader context
NATO Chiefs of Defense held a virtual meeting on Monday to discuss the security challenges facing the Alliance, including the situation resulting from Russia's military buildup around Ukraine and the wider implications of such actions.
Preventing migration crisis: Ukrainian border guards hold drill near Belarus border
In Rivne region, as part of a special border operation Polissia, security forces trained to prevent migrants.
Energy Ministry: Cooperation with E5P allows raising EUR 137.5M for energy efficiency
The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine states that the second phase of cooperation with the Eastern Europe Energy Efficiency and Environment Partnership (E5P) will help Ukraine attract EUR 137.5 million for energy efficiency projects.
Death toll from road accident in Chernihiv region rises to 13
Thirteen people have been killed and seven others have been injured in a minibus and truck collision in Chernihiv region on Tuesday, December 7, the press service of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine has reported on Telegram.
Reznikov on potential Russian invasion of Ukraine: I don't believe Russia will win
Ukraine's defense minister, Oleksiy Reznikov, has said he does not believe that Russia could win if it decides to invade Ukraine.
Moldova’s Parliament ratifies amendments to free trade agreement with Ukraine
The Parliament of Moldova ratified a protocol amending Moldova–Ukraine free trade agreement.
NATO should deploy troops in Ukraine on rotational basis to deter Russia - Bolton
The United States and other NATO Allies should deploy troops in Ukraine on a rotational basis to deter Russia from further aggression against Ukraine.
Tanks, artillery, IFVs, sniper duos: invaders strengthening positions near contact line
The command of the Russian occupation forces is increasing the number of heavy weaponry and sniper duos near the line of contact, as well as holding drills to train mercenaries.
Ambassador: China respects Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity
China respects the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Ukraine and supports the path of development chosen by the Ukrainian people.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs presents Ukraine’s economic potential in Oman
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (CDTO) Dmytro Senik presented the economic potential of Ukraine to the leadership of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Health chief vows no additional quarantine bans on New Year’s holiday
The authorities in Ukraine have no intention to strengthen coronavirus-related restrictions on New Year’s eve.
Dzheppar informs G7 Ambassadors and EU Delegation on Crimea Platform development
First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Emine Dzheppar informed the G7 Ambassadors and the leadership of the EU Delegation to Ukraine on the development of the Crimea Platform Expert Network.
Biden speaks with five European leaders ahead of Putin call
U.S. President Joe Biden coordinated positions with the leaders of Britain, Italy, Germany, and France ahead of his talks with Vladimir Putin scheduled for Tuesday.
Pentagon: Russia continues to build up troops near Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin met with U.S. defense officials on Monday, December 6, to discuss Russia's military build-up near Ukraine.
Eleven killed in bus and truck collision in Chernihiv region
A truck collided with a minibus in Chernihiv region early on Tuesday, December 7, killing 11 people and injuring eight others, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine has reported.
Biden to hold talks with Zelensky after Putin call – Kuleba
U.S. President Joe Biden will hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after a video call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Blinken tells Zelensky U.S. support for Ukraine remains unwavering
The United States' support for Ukraine's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity remains unwavering, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said.
Occupiers violate ceasefire in eastern Ukraine five times
Over the past day, December 6, Russian-occupation troops violated ceasefire in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in eastern Ukraine five times, including two attacks with the use of the weapons banned under the Minsk agreements.
Zelensky, Blinken coordinate positions ahead of Biden-Putin call
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken agreed on the positions ahead of the Tuesday phone call of U.S. President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
COVID-19 in Ukraine: Authorities confirm 8,655 new cases in past 24 hours
As of the morning of Tuesday, 8,655 new daily cases were detected across Ukraine.
06 December 2021
Inter-Parliamentary Assembly calls on Russia to stop amassing troops near Ukraine
Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk, Marshal of the Senate of the Republic of Poland, and Speaker of the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen signed the final document following the 11th session of the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly.
Ukraine's First Lady proposes introducing food culture lessons in schools
Ukraine's First Lady, Olena Zelenska, is urging communities to hold food culture classes in schools to raise a healthy generation.
Stefanchuk: Security situation in the region requires coordinated actions of Ukraine and Lithuania parliaments
Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk discussed further cooperation between the parliaments of Ukraine and Lithuania with Speaker of the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen.
Zelensky visits front line in eastern Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has visited the frontline positions of the Ukrainian army in the area of the Joint Forces Operation and congratulated the military on Ukraine's Armed Forces Day, the President's Office has reported.
Zelensky submits bill on economic passport to Parliament
President Volodymyr Zelensky has submitted a bill on the economic passport to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine as evidenced by the data on the Parliament’s website.
Kyiv, eight regions to be out of "red" quarantine zone starting Dec 7
The State Commission for Emergencies has approved a decision to lift the red-level quarantine restrictions off the City of Kyiv, as well as eight regions across Ukraine: Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, Ivano-Frankivsk, Luhansk, Lviv, Odesa, Rivne, and Kherson.
Putin driven by fear of Ukraine being part of NATO - Ischinger
Wolfgang Ischinger, a longtime chairman of the Munich Security Conference, believes that Russia will not attack Ukraine in the near future, but advises the new German government and the West to negotiate with Moscow from a position of strength.
Rada Speaker: Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania strong in their unity
Kyiv, Warsaw, and Vilnius share their assessment of the threats coming from Russia, and all 38 points of the final memorandum of the Interparliamentary Assembly of the three countries boil down to a threat from a single person (Vladimir Putin - ed.).
Parliament’s committee recommends dismissing Sennychenko as State Property Fund head
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Economic Development recommends that the Parliament dismiss Dmytro Sennychenko from the post of head of the State Property Fund of Ukraine.
Turkey comments on agreement on combat drone supplies to Ukraine
Ukraine–Turkey agreements on the supply of combat drones are not related to rising tensions in eastern Ukraine.
Ukraine’s steel production up 5% - Ukrmetalurgprom
In January-November 2021, Ukraine’s steel production grew by 5.0% compared with the same period last year, Ukrinform reports, referring to Ukrmetalurgprom.
Ukrzaliznytsia transported a record volume of grain in November
In November 2021, JSC Ukrzaliznytsia transported 4.1 million tonnes of grain cargo, which is a record-breaking result per month, Ukrinform reports, referring to the company’s press service.
Senator Ernst calls on Biden to be 'clear and strong' in his call with Putin
Republican Sen. Joni Ernst has called on U.S. President Joe Biden to be "very clear and very strong" in his December 7 call with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.
Health Ministry: Omicron strain has not yet been detected in Ukraine
As of December 6, the new COVID strain Omicron has not been detected in Ukraine.
Banks provided UAH 1.36B under Affordable Loans program last week
Last week authorized banks issued 491 loans for a total sum of UAH 1.36 billion under the government’s program “Affordable Loans at 5-7-9%", Ukrinform reports, referring to the Finance Ministry’s press service.
COVID-19 in Ukraine: Health authorities say 38% fully vaccinated
In Ukraine, 40% of the population has already received at least one vaccine jab for COVID-19 in 16 regions. Across the country, 38% of the population has been fully vaccinated.
Stefanchuk: We don’t rule out new stage of crisis due to Russia’s possible military aggression against Ukraine this winter
Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk says that the Ukrainian authorities do not rule out a new stage of the crisis in the country due to the possible military aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine this winter.
Sales of new commercial vehicles in Ukraine grew significantly in Nov 2021
In November 2021, 1,429 new commercial vehicles were purchased and registered on the Ukrainian market, which is 1.5 times higher compared with the relevant period last year, according to the Ukrainian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association (Ukrautoprom).
Kyiv records 704 new COVID-19 cases
Kyiv city recorded 704 new coronavirus cases on December 5, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko wrote on his Facebook page.
Zelensky arrives in eastern Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has started a working trip to Kharkiv and Donetsk regions, according to the website of the head of state.
SBU detains “DPR” militant, member of "Somalia" assault unit
SBU counterintelligence operatives have detained a member of the “Somalia” illegal armed group " during a special operation conducted in Donetsk region.
UWC, AUOG address Bundestag regarding Nord Stream 2
The Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) and the Association of Ukrainian Organizations in Germany (AUOG) have called on the Bundestag and the parliamentary groups of leading German democratic parties to impose a moratorium on Gazprom’s Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline project, Ukrinform reports, referring to the UWC website.
Ukraine has no greater partner than U.S. - embassy
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has congratulated service members of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on their professional holiday and said that the United States is a reliable partner of Ukraine.
Zelensky thanks Ukrainian soldiers, veterans on Armed Forces Day
President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated military servicemen on Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Reznikov: Strong army is one of most powerful diplomatic arguments
A strong army is one of the most powerful diplomatic arguments in the peace process.
PM Shmyhal: Large number of SOEs source of corruption
There are more than 3,000 state-owned enterprises in Ukraine, many of which are a source of constant abuse of office.
Number of Russian troops near Ukraine may grow to 175,000 - Reznikov
The number of Russian troops near the Ukrainian border may grow to 175,000, according to Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov.
New round of Russian aggression against Ukraine would kill Nord Stream 2 - MEP
Russia will pay a high price, which will include the halt of its brand new gas pipeline if they dare to go for an escalation with Ukraine.
Ukrainian brands present their products at Export Gateway to Africa exhibition in Istanbul
Leading Ukrainian food producers took part in the international exhibition Export Gateway to Africa, which took place in Istanbul on December 2-4.
Kyiv city, 18 regions remain in red zone of COVID-19 restrictions
As of December 6, Kyiv city and 18 regions of Ukraine are in the red zone of epidemiological danger of COVID-19 spread, Ukrinform reports, referring to data provided by the Health Ministry of Ukraine.