
Journalists uncover hidden assets of MP Vatsak: $3.5m car fleet and state losses
Investigation reveals network of luxury cars in Gennadiy Vatsak's circle and series of violations in his business causing multi-million losses to state budget.

Investigation reveals network of luxury cars in Gennadiy Vatsak's circle and series of violations in his business causing multi-million losses to state budget.

Law enforcement officers discovered a contraband batch of electronics in a minibus crossing the state border via the Krakovets – Korchova checkpoint.

A court in Chernihiv has sentenced the head of a military medical commission to prison for establishing and leading an organised group that issued fictitious medical certificates.

Officers Mykola Savchenko and Ihor Voloshko rescued a woman and her grandson from the rubble after a Russian shelling. During the evacuation, Savchenko lay on top of the child to protect him from a new UAV launch.

Mass march in Canada for affordable education ended in riots. Police used tear gas, and three demonstrators were detained.

Major tech giants are financing their own clients to purchase their services. The IMF has allocated $1.4 trillion to such cyclical deals.

The Ukrainian tennis player secured a victory in the final round of the group stage with a score of 6:3, 3:6, 6:1 and will continue her campaign at the tournament in Indian Wells.

The Cabinet of Ministers approved a bill on updating the strategy, which provides for the restoration of war-damaged territories and the integration of EU requirements.

The US special envoy announced a visit to Russia, during which he aims to persuade the Russian side to expand the circle of participants in the peace process to include European countries.

The Czech side presented video material with harsh military symbolism, critically assessing the possible presence of Russian hockey players at international competitions.

Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky stated that the parties found common ground on certain aspects during talks in the UAE.

Head of the Servant of the People faction David Arakhamia announced significant progress in dialogue with the US and Russia, confirming an agreement on a large-scale prisoner exchange.

US presidential representative stated that progress has been made on security aspects, but the territorial dispute remains a blocker.

Volodymyr Medinsky announced an agreement between Ukraine and the Russian Federation on the return of prisoners, though operation details remain undisclosed.

Vasyl Ivanchko stated that the region's municipal shelters have only 1,200–1,300 vacant spots, while the need reaches 35,000 people. He initiated compensating the rent for private facilities at state expense.

A Russian drone damaged an educational institution in Yagotyn, Kyiv Oblast. 171 children and teachers were in the shelter during the attack; no one was injured.

Ukrainian president explained why Washington demands concessions from Kyiv instead of pressuring Russia. He emphasised that Ukraine is not ready to withdraw from Donbas and is not ready to trust Putin.

Kyiv refused territorial concessions proposed by the US to resume peace talks, emphasising the unacceptability of recognising the occupation.

The President of Finland described his phone call with the Russian leader as good and candid, but expressed doubts about the prospects for a quick peace deal at the talks in Abu Dhabi.

According to Politico, participants in the Ukraine-US-Russia talks will focus on resolving territorial aspects of the conflict during the second session.

The EU, NATO and the UK have stated their readiness to consider a new security architecture even before the end of hostilities in Ukraine, changing their previous position.

National Security and Defence Council Secretary Rustem Umerov announced the start of the second day of consultations between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi. Following the meeting with the Russian side, the Ukrainian delegation will hold separate talks with…

Republicans in the House of Representatives blocked the removal process for Pete Hegseth by sending the document to a committee under their control. Donald Trump assessed the outcome as a full vindication of the minister.

Institute for the Study of War analysts claim that Russia is using trilateral consultations to force the West to revise the European security system and limit states' sovereign choice regarding joining the North Atlantic Alliance.

According to the Financial Times, France is pressing Germany to prevent an unwanted escalation scenario linked to the use of non-nuclear long-range missiles.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the first Gripen aircraft are expected to arrive in January or February, with their deployment planned to counter Russian drones.

Bruce Judice, who died before the vote, is leading in California. His supporters hope this will allow them to influence the governor's appointment of a successor.

Diplomatic consultations in the UAE resume this morning. The parties will focus on finding solutions to the key issues of the conflict.