UK sanctions oligarch Firtash over corruption
On November 21, 2024, the United Kingdom imposed sanctions on Ukrainian oligarch Dmitry Firtash and individuals associated with him, including his wife, over corruption.
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21 November 2024
Russian propaganda spreads deepfake claiming Ukrainian troops withdrew from Kursk region
Russian propagandists have fabricated deepfake video falsely claiming to feature Ukrainian servicemen
Hungary pushing Ukraine to talks as Szijjarto speaks against further defense aid to Ukraine
Since the beginning of the war in neighboring Ukraine, Hungary has insisted on finding a peaceful solution at the negotiating table, and continues to believe that arms supplies to Ukraine only increases the death toll and destruction.
Oleksandr Pavlyuk, AFU Ground Force Commander
The strength of the AFU Ground Force has tripled in size through the time since the inception the all-out invasion by Russia
Seven levels of war. Continuation of war through cease-fire
Ukraine must shift away from illusions that a certain external force will help it achieve its goal. To this end, it is important to realize that the issues of "Russia’s collapse" or "return to the borders as of 1991" make no sense if presented as goals of communication policy.
War update: 114 clashes on frontline throughout day, fighting ongoing on eight fronts
Since the beginning of the day, November 21, as many as 114 combat encounters have occurred on the frontlines, with fighting still ongoing in eight sectors of the front. The Russian forces are most actively attacking in the Pokrovsk and Kurakhove sectors.
Peace negotiations should not happen at expense of Ukraine - Latvia’s ambassador
No peace talks can be held without taking into account the interests of Ukraine, and no decisions on this issue can be made without Ukraine. The decision of the Ukrainian people on peace initiatives should be supported by all countries.
Latvia’s ambassador on deep strikes into Russia: better late than never
Russian aggression must be stopped as soon as possible, and the only way for this is to achieve Ukraine’s victory while the permission from the U.S. to use long-range missiles against targets in Russia’s rear will contribute to this end.
War update: 153 clashes, most assaults reported in Pokrovsk axis
During the past day, November 20, a total of 153 combat engagements were recorded along the Ukrainian frontlines.
ISW analyzes changes in Russia's nuclear doctrine
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) believes that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's approval of an updated nuclear doctrine does not mean a significant change in Russia's position or a threat to use nuclear weapons.
20 November 2024
French intellectuals believe international military instructors should train soldiers in Ukraine
French intellectuals and military experts call on President Emmanuel Macron to initiate a European coalition of military instructors to operate in Ukraine.
U.S. announces $275M in new military aid to Ukraine
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced $275 million in a new security assistance package to Ukraine.
Scholz sees G20 resolution on Russia's war in Ukraine as “too soft”
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz sees as too soft the Group of 20 resolution on assessing Russia's actions in its war against Ukraine, but at the same time defends his decision to refrain from handing Ukraine long-range capabilities at Germany’s disposal.
Putin ready to discuss ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump, but on own terms - media
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is ready to discuss a truce agreement for Ukraine with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, but has ruled out any significant territorial concessions and is insisting that Kyiv abandon its bid to join NATO.
Putin's nuclear threats merely “rhetoric” - French Foreign Minister
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot considers Vladimir Putin's nuclear threats to be nothing more than the rhetoric he has been using for the past few years.
War update: 139 skirmishes on front lines in past day
As many as 139 combat engagements between Ukrainian forces and Russian invaders were recorded on the front lines on Tuesday, November 19.
Russians deploy Pantsir S-1 air defense systems outside Black Sea fleet’s divers school in Crimea
Near Sevastopol-based near divers school of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet, the invaders keep a Pantsir S-1 air defense system, which protects the facility, as well as an oil depot, a tank training ground, and an airfield.
19 November 2024
Ukraine should increase mobilization to strengthen its positions on front lines – Sullivan
U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan believes that in addition to weapons, Ukraine needs more manpower to strengthen its positions on the front lines.
Zelensky announces creation of Ministry for Unification of Ukrainians
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to establish a "Ministry for the Unification of Ukrainians" to strengthen policies for engaging with Ukrainians abroad and stressed that a candidate for the new ministry's leadership would be nominated by the end of the year.
Britain sanctions Russia over illegal deportation of Ukrainian children
On the 1,000th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the British government announced new sanctions targeting ten individuals and entities involved in the illegal deportation of Ukrainian children.
At UN, China again calls for negotiations between Russia, Ukraine to be held ASAP
The Chinese delegation to the UN called for talks between Russia and Ukraine to be launched as soon as possible, saying that both sides remain "obsessed" with victory by force.
U.S. permission for Ukraine to use ATACMS could be turning point in war - Duda
The United States' decision to permit Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles against targets in Russia could mark a "turning point on the front."
18 November 2024
War update: 135 combat clashes along frontlines, Russians launch 65 airstrikes
Since the beginning of the day, a total of 135 combat clashes have occurred on the frontlines.
Ukraine to decide on peace talks independently – U.S. Department of State
The United States, along with its allies and partners, maintains the position that Ukraine alone will decide when and how to engage in potential peace negotiations.
France never emphasizes to its partners how they should use provided weapons – diplomatic source
The French position on the use of long-range weapons currently does not require clarification. At the same time, France is confident that the entire arsenal of missiles provided to its Ukrainian partners is being used appropriately — for the defense of Ukrainian sovereignty and the protection of Ukrainian lives.
Intercept exposes Russian commanders ordering to execute POW
Ukrainian defense intelligence intercepted Russian military communications at the front line, where Russian commanders are purportedly heard giving their subordinates an order to commit a war crime by shooting a prisoner of war.
Zelenska visits Slovenia, meets with presidential couple
First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, kicked off her visit to Slovenia, where she met with the country's President, Natasa Pirc Musar, and her spouse, Ales Musar.
Umerov announces appointment of military ombudsman
Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov has announced that a candidate for the position of military ombudsman will be announced soon. The role of the military ombudsman is to protect the rights of service members.
It would be difficult for Trump to revoke Biden's permission for Ukraine to use ATACMS - Polish expert
It may be difficult for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to reverse the decision of the incumbent President Joe Biden to grant Ukraine permission to use ATACMS long-range missiles against targets inside Russia once he takes office, as the Ukrainians will use the time before the inauguration (January 20 - ed.) to prove the effectiveness deep strikes into Russia.
“Important” for Japan’s new foreign minister to have visited Ukraine as soon as possible - spokeswoman
To the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Takeshi Iwai, it was important that Ukraine be his first country to visit in his new capacity.