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Russia is preparing a complete blockade of YouTube, which would mark the next stage of the systematic digital isolation of the Russian population.
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Expert outlines reasons for December LPG price increase
The increase in LPG prices in December was driven by delays in fuel supplies and falling temperatures.
Attack on Ukrainians on tram in Poznan: Sybiha orders clarification of incident
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has instructed Ukrainian consuls to promptly clarify the circumstances of an attack on Ukrainian citizens in Poznan.
White Angels evacuate over 700 people from Kramatorsk district in autumn
From September to November, police officers from the White Angel special unit evacuated more than 700 people from the Kramatorsk district of Donetsk region due to Russian attacks.
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Russian forces attack Zaporizhzhia with UAV, houses damaged
The Russian army attacked Zaporizhzhia with a drone for the second time in one day.
Power restored to over 220,000 more households in Odesa region
In the Odesa region, electricity supply has been restored to more than 220,000 additional households whose homes were left without power as a result of a Russian attack.
Ukrainian forces eliminate group of Russian soldiers near Siversk
Soldiers with the motor rifle battalion of the 54th Mechanized Brigade named after Hetman Ivan Mazepa of the Ukrainian Armed Forces have destroyed a group of Russian invaders attempting to infiltrate Siversk in the Donetsk region.
Zelensky meets with Ukrainian servicemen undergoing rehabilitation in Netherlands
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Ukrainian defenders who are recovering from their injuries at the Aardenburg military rehabilitation center in the Netherlands.
UDCG meeting outcome: Ukraine to receive defense assistance from 15 countries
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal has announced new important commitments by partners to support Ukraine's defense.
EU preparing EUR 90B reparations loan for Ukraine, two thirds for military support
France and the European Commission are considering providing a EUR 90 billion reparations loan, backed by frozen Russian assets, to finance Ukraine in 2026-2027.
Funding for Ukraine: Dutch PM calls European Council meeting very important
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof has said that the European Council meeting, which will discuss sources of funding for Ukraine for the next two years, is very important.
Pistorius skeptical about idea of deploying Bundeswehr troops to Ukraine – Bild
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius continues to take a cautious stance on the idea of deploying an international contingent to Ukraine should the need arise.
Ischinger: Diplomatic path is possible, but only with pressure on Russia
Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not begin peace negotiations as long as he believes he can achieve his goals by military means, but a diplomatic path to peace is possible.
Russians attack southern Odesa region with drones, civilian facilities damaged
In the southern part of the Odesa region, today's attack by Russian strike drones damaged civilian and transport infrastructure.
Russia's military budget has nearly quadrupled compared to 2021 – intelligence
Russia's military budget has increased almost fourfold compared to 2021, consuming resources needed for long-term economic growth.
Russians attack Dnipropetrovsk region with drones, artillery, causing damage
Russian invaders carried out attacks on the Nikopol and Kryvyi Rih districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region throughout the day, damaging civilian facilities.
Zelensky meets with King of Netherlands
President Volodymyr Zelensky held an audience with King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands at Huis ten Bosch in The Hague.
Finland, Poland to lead initiatives to protect NATO's eastern flank from Russia
Finland and Poland will lead efforts to strengthen the protection of the EU's and NATO's eastern flank through the initiative to counter Russia's aggressive intentions, the "Eastern Flank Watch".
SOF hits Uragan MLRS, Russian troop concentration site in Donetsk region
The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck a BM-27 Uragan multiple launch rocket system and Russian personnel in the Donetsk region.
European Parliament agrees to fast-track reparations loan for Ukraine
On Tuesday, Members of the European Parliament agreed at a plenary session in Strasbourg to accelerate the procedure for granting Ukraine a reparations loan from the EU.
About 60 citizens return to Ukraine from Russia and occupied territories – Lubinets
Sixty Ukrainian citizens have been returned to Ukraine from Russia and temporarily occupied territories.
Russia's shadow fleet poses direct threat to European countries – Tusk
Russia's shadow fleet is not only a means of financing its aggression, but also a direct threat to European countries, given signals that drones have been launched from these vessels.
Russian military present on vessels of Russia's shadow fleet – Swedish Navy
Russian military personnel are present on board some vessels of Russia's shadow fleet.
UK government responds to Trump’s lawsuit against BBC
The UK government considers the position of the national broadcaster BBC—its decision to defend itself in court against a lawsuit filed by U.S. President Donald Trump—to be justified.
Zelensky: Some countries in Coalition of Willing ready to provide support on ground
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that some countries from the Coalition of the Willing are ready to provide Ukraine with “ground support.” At the same time, he emphasized that he would not disclose any details.
War update: 167 clashes reported on front lines, nearly one-third of battles occur in Pokrovsk sector
Since the start of the day, 167 combat engagements have been recorded between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops. The enemy has launched more than fifty attacks on the Pokrovsk sector, while also showing increased activity in the Huliaipole, Kupiansk, Lyman, and Oleksandrohrad sectors.
NABU detectives plan to investigate at Ukrainian Embassy in Israel – ambassador
Investigators from the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine are expected to arrive in Israel soon to conduct investigative actions on the premises of the Ukrainian Embassy.16
Zelensky: Ukraine and partners considering several blocks of security guarantees
As of today, Ukraine and its international partners are considering several security guarantees for Ukraine.
Over 17 million Ukrainians apply for Winter Support program – Svyrydenko
Over 17 million Ukrainians have submitted applications to receive UAH 1,000 under the Winter Support program.