War
Mass accidents in housing and utilities sector recorded in Russian regions
Over the course of a month, hundreds of serious disruptions to heating, water and electricity supplies were recorded in Russia, particularly in large cities.
Israel and Saudi Arabia sent delegations to Washington over possible US strikes on Iran
The Donald Trump administration is consulting with representatives of Israel and Saudi Arabia amid increased US military presence in the Persian Gulf and warnings from Tehran of a harsh response.
Over 195,000 criminal proceedings: data on crimes committed by the Russian army
The National Police recorded hundreds of thousands of crimes, including those against children, committed during the full-scale invasion.
Winter pressure on Ukraine's energy sector intensifies due to delay in US aid
Hundreds of millions of dollars allocated by the United States to support Ukraine's energy sector have not yet been released. Against the backdrop of severe frosts and massive attacks by the Russian Federation, this creates additional risks to the stability of the energy system.
Russia deceitfully recruits Bangladeshi citizens to participate in the war against Ukraine
Russia is recruiting foreigners to fight in the war, using civilian contracts and promises of non-combat duties as a cover.
The EU provides Ukraine with another 500 generators and €50 million and establishes a working group on energy assistance
The European Union has announced an additional support package for Ukraine's energy system amid Russian attacks. This includes new generators, funding and enhanced coordination of assistance between Brussels and Kyiv.
Ukraine is technically ready to join the EU in 2027 and supports most points of the American peace plan
The president said that Ukraine could be ready for EU membership as early as 2027 and insists on setting a date for accession in the peace agreement. At the same time, Kyiv agrees with most of the points of the American settlement plan and counts on the role of the United States in its implementation.
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon to increase production of THAAD interceptors more than fourfold
The American defence corporation has signed a framework agreement with the US government, which provides for a sharp increase in the production of anti-missiles for the THAAD system and large-scale investments in production capacity and jobs.
Germany discusses possible joint nuclear umbrella for Europe with partners
Berlin confirmed the start of consultations with European allies on joint nuclear deterrence as a supplement to US security guarantees, stressing that no decisions have been made yet.
Zelensky assessed the new format of negotiations with Russia and proposed a meeting with Putin in Kyiv
The president stated that the new composition of the Russian delegation at the negotiations demonstrates a more serious attitude on the part of the Kremlin, while Ukraine has no official information about the agreements between the leaders of the United States and Russia.
307 generators are operating at critical facilities in Kyiv, with another 40 expected
The capital continues to operate under conditions of power shortages following damage to the power grid. Hundreds of emergency crews are working to stabilise the situation, and the city is preparing for a cold snap.
Zelensky stated that there were no agreements with Russia on energy and rejected compromises at the expense of territories
The President emphasised that no energy truce had been concluded with Russia, and that Ukraine was only prepared to take reciprocal steps and make compromises that did not violate its territorial integrity.
