Olena Mukhina

Russian disinformation campaigns continue, now spreading false allegations that Ukrainian instructors are training terrorists in Syria.

The festival will feature performances by the National Ballet of Ukraine, contemporary Ukrainian cinema, and literary readings by prominent Ukrainian authors.

Former NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg admitted that his greatest regret was the late delivery of weapons to Ukraine, which he believes could have strengthened its defenses and possibly deterred Russia’s invasion.

Kaupo Rosin, Estonia’s top intelligence official, cautioned that even a partial Russian victory in its war would prolong the conflict, urging the West to ensure Ukraine has sufficient military support to decisively defeat Moscow.

In the wake of the ongoing war, approximately 20% of the 18,800 animals evacuated by Kharkiv volunteers have been reunited with their owners, while 1,500 pets still need loving homes.

Despite approximately 3,600 POWs and deported citizens being exchanged and returned, thousands still remain unaccounted for, with fears that the true death toll could be significantly higher due to the lack of international oversight.

Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukrainian military intelligence, pointed out the widespread use of Western electronics in Russian weaponry and called for a crackdown on the sale of dual-use goods that continue to reach Russia in large quantities.

In October, a video surfaced showing the execution of 16 Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian soldiers in the Pokrovske direction, triggering a criminal investigation by Ukraine's Security Service (SBU).

Officials report that 80% of executions of Ukrainian POWs by Russian troops occurred in 2024, marking an alarming escalation in violations of war laws.

This initiative, proposed through the Ukraine Defense Contact Group's "Ramstein" format, will be funded by international contributions, with the UK providing initial financing.

D&M Holding and Ukroboronprom have signed an agreement to bolster ammunition and special chemical production in Ukraine.

Speaking at the Warsaw Security Forum, Oleksandr Balanutsa emphasized Ukraine's central position in ensuring long-term peace and security in Europe.

Spain's Defense Minister, Margarita Robles, announced the delivery of VAMTAC armored vehicles to the Ukrainian Armed Forces during her visit to the UROVESA manufacturing facility.

Vitalii Lomeiko, a judge who defected to collaborate with Russian occupiers in Berdiansk, was found dead after a car explosion near the city’s port.