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1:24 PM

Carmaker forecasts 30% collapse in Russian car market by 2025.

Sales of new cars and light commercial vehicles in Russia could decline by 21-30% in 2025 if high interest rates persist, Avtovaz CEO Maxim Sokolov said on Nov. 19, according to the state-owned TASS news agency.

1:12 PM

Parliament passes bills on military service, including draft deferral for civilians released from captivity.

The Ukrainian parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, passed several bills on Nov. 20 considering mobilization and demobilization.

12:44 PM

Sweden investigating Chinese ship's possible role in Baltic Sea cable damage, FT reports.

Data from maritime tracking group MarineTraffic shows the Yi Peng 3, traveling from Russia to Egypt, passed near the Swedish-Lithuanian and Finnish-German cables on Nov. 17 and Nov. 18, the dates the cables were damaged.

12:23 PM

'Putin is weaker than US' — Zelensky outlines US role in ending war in Ukraine.

President Volodymyr Zelensky suggested that Ukraine risks losing the war if aid from the new U.S. administration is cut. "Of course, anyway, we will stay, and we will fight. We have production, but it's not enough to prevail. And I think it is not enough to survive."

11:45 AM

North Korean troops in Russia to be led by secrecy-shrouded general close to Kim Jong Un, WSJ reports.

Kim Yong Bok, officially the Deputy Chief of the Army General Staff, is expected to oversee the integration of North Korean troops into Russian forces, gain combat experience, and establish a framework for future deployments, the Wall Street Journal reports.

11:01 AM

Putin open to discussing Ukraine ceasefire with Trump, Reuters reports.

For the first time, five current and former Russian officials outlined to Reuters the Kremlin’s potential terms for a Trump-brokered peace deal.

10:14 AM

Russian attacks against Ukraine kill 2, injure 30 over past day.

In Kherson Oblast, Russia attacked 21 settlements, including the regional center of Kherson. The attacks killed two people and injured 15 others, according to the local military administration.

9:42 AM

Ukrainian drones allegedly strike Russian factories, weapons arsenal.

Belgorod Region Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov confirmed that drone wreckage damaged the premises of an enterprise in the town of Alekseevka on Nov. 19. Media reports identified the facility as an EFKO plant, officially a sauce manufacturer.

9:16 AM

Biden approves delivery of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine in light of Russian gains in east.

Washington is now concerned about Russia's rapid advance in eastern Ukraine and sees the need to halt it.

9:00 AM

No signs Russia is preparing to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine, Pentagon says.

Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh dismissed Russia’s rhetoric surrounding its nuclear policy as a continuation of its behavior over the past two years.

8:16 AM

General Staff: Russia has lost 725,740 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022.

This number includes 1,690 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.

8:07 AM

Increasing number of Ukrainians favor peace talks, poll suggests.

As attitudes around potential future peace negotiations continue to shift in Ukraine, 52% of Ukrainians now say that they would like to see their country negotiate an end to the war "as soon as possible," according to a survey published by Gallup on Nov. 19.

5:17 AM

US to announce $275 million military aid package to Ukraine, AP reports.

The new aid package will include HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) ammunition, artillery shells, and Javelin surface-to-air missiles, in addition to a wide range of spare parts and equipment, according to officials.

4:21 AM

Russia behind recent bomb threats at Czech, Slovak schools, Czech intelligence chief says.

Michal Koudelka, the director of the Czech Security Information Service, said on Nov. 18 that Russia was behind a flurry of bomb threats made against schools in Czechia and Slovakia in recent months.

Ukraine used ATACMS on Russian territory for first time, according to Moscow, media

2:24 PM

(Updated: November 20, 2024 3:21 am)

Ukraine used ATACMS on Russian territory for first time, according to Moscow, media.

If confirmed, this would mark the first instance of Ukraine using U.S.-made long-range missiles on Russian territory since Washington eased the restrictions last week.

2:43 AM

Poland signs deal with domestic companies to kickstart ammunition production.

Poland has signed a letter of intent with domestic companies to begin producing nitrocellulose and multi-base powders essential for ammunition manufacturing, according to a Polish government report published on Nov. 18.

1:16 AM

Ukrnafta acquires 51% share in Shell's gas station network in Ukraine.

Ukrnafta, a state-owned oil and gas extraction company that is a subsidiary of Naftogaz, has bought a 51% stake in Shell's gas station network in Ukraine, the press service of Naftogaz reported on Nov. 19.

12:01 AM

Ukraine beats Albania 2:1, earns chance to advance to Nations League top tier.

Ukraine now awaits a future draw that will pair it with the third-placed team from one of the tournament's top-tier groups for a chance at promotion.

11:35 PM

UK, Germany, Canada, Luxembourg announce additional $30 million for drone coalition funding.

The drone coalition countries have pledged additional funding to support Ukraine with strike and reconnaissance drones, the U.K. government website reported on Nov. 19.

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine reportedly uses ATACMS on Russian territory for first time; Zelensky presents resilience plan

10:31 PM

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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine reportedly uses ATACMS on Russian territory for first time; Zelensky presents resilience plan.

Key developments on Nov. 19: * Ukraine used ATACMS on Russian territory for first time, according to Moscow, media * Russia claims to capture village near Kurakhove, Kyiv hasn't confirmed * Putin approves Russia's updated nuclear doctrine * Over 50,000 Ukrainian recruits have received training in UK * Denmark to provide over $137 million

Ukrainians optimistic about Trump feel a mix of Biden fatigue and hope for change

10:19 PM

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Ukrainians optimistic about Trump feel a mix of Biden fatigue and hope for change

Despite warnings from some analysts ahead of the U.S. elections that a win by the Republican nominee Donald Trump could become a “worst-case scenario” for Ukraine, the mood in Kyiv after his victory was far more mixed. Some Ukrainians are optimistic that the president-elect could improve Kyiv’s standing

9:39 PM

South Korea has not participated in Czech shell initiative for Ukraine, official says.

South Korea did not provide artillery shells of its own production, nor did it make financial contributions to the purchase of shells from other countries under the Czech initiative to purchase ammunition for Ukraine from third countries.

Deputy energy minister: How Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has endured over 1,000 attacks in 1,000 days of full-scale war

9:12 PM

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Deputy energy minister: How Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has endured over 1,000 attacks in 1,000 days of full-scale war

Over nearly 1,000 days of full-scale war, Russia has attacked Ukraine’s energy system more than 1,000 times. Despite this relentless onslaught, Ukrainian power engineers have achieved a historic feat: maintaining energy supply stability by repeatedly repairing equipment, sometimes three or four times after consecutive strikes. This remarkable

8:49 PM

'Ukraine deserves to make next year a year of peace' — Zelensky addresses European Parliament.

"A thousand days of war is a tremendous challenge. Ukraine deserves to make next year a year of peace," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

8:43 PM

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From Bucha to Kursk: 1,000 days of Russia’s full-scale war (PHOTOS)

One thousand days ago, at 4 a.m. Kyiv time, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the deadliest military conflict in Europe since World War II. For 1,000 days, Ukraine has been defending against the Russian military, well-equipped and superior in numbers of weapons and people deployed. Each

1,000 days of full-scale war: Reflections from the Kyiv Independent team

7:13 PM

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1,000 days of full-scale war: Reflections from the Kyiv Independent team

As we mark 1,000 days since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, members of the Kyiv Independent’s staff have paused to reflect. These reflections offer a glimpse into the profound impact of war — not only on a nation’s struggle for survival but on those who bear

Gen. Hodges on Ukraine's use of ATACMS in Russia's Kursk Oblast

7:08 PM

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Gen Hodges on Ukraine's use of ATACMS in Russia's Kursk Oblast.

The Kyiv Independent sat down with retired U.S. Lieutenant General Ben Hodges to discuss the reports that U.S. President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use long-range ATACMS missiles for strikes inside Russia.

6:24 PM

German opposition criticizes Scholz for refusing to transfer Taurus missiles to Ukraine.

"The chancellor is once again putting party interests above the interests of Germany's foreign and security policy," Florian Hahn, a member of the German opposition CDU/CSU bloc, said.

5:55 PM

Denmark to provide over $137 million for Ukrainian defense industry.

Denmark will allocate 130 million euros ($137.5 million) for the development of the Ukrainian defense industry, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced on Nov. 19 during a joint press briefing with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky

Updated: Georgian police disperse protesters in Tbilisi, 16 detained

9:15 AM

(Updated: November 19, 2024 4:04 pm)

Updated: Georgian police disperse protesters in Tbilisi, 16 detained.

Georgian police dispersed a protest in Tbilisi demanding new elections on the eve of Nov. 18, but organizers promised a quick resumption elsewhere.

3:59 PM

'Putin is playing with our fears' — German FM on Russia's updated nuclear doctrine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to intimidate the West by expanding the conditions for using nuclear weapons in Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said on Nov. 19.

3:54 PM

Ukraine state-owned enterprises weekly — Issue 154

Editor’s Note: This is issue 154 of Ukrainian State-Owned Enterprises Weekly, covering events from Oct. 24-Nov. 17, 2024. The Kyiv Independent is reposting it with permission. Energy sector Ukraine’s energy infrastructure under attack, first in almost three months; power outage schedules are back. On Nov. 17, Ukraine’s

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8:57 AM

(Updated: November 21, 2024 10:33 am)

Russia uses ICBM against Ukraine for the first time as missiles hit Dnipro, Air Force says.

Russian forces launched a large-missile missile attack on Ukraine, reportedly lifting Tu-95 bombers and MiG-31K Kinzhal carriers and attacking the city of Dnipro early on Nov. 21.

9:57 AM

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant faces 2nd blackout of the week after Russian attacks.

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is on the verge of a blackout after Russian shelling of power lines left the plant connected to only one line, the Energy Ministry reported on Nov 21.

9:33 AM

Belarusian who fought for Ukraine extradited from Vietnam to Belarus.

Vasil Verameichyk now faces the prospect of imprisonment, as the Kalinouski Regiment was recently declared a terrorist organization by the Supreme Court of Belarus.

8:10 AM

General Staff: Russia has lost 727,250 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022.

This number includes 1,510 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.

5:49 AM

Russia, North Korea agree to increase charter flights following trade discussions, media reports.

Russia’s state-owned TASS news agency reported that the two countries had agreed to boost charter flights. The agreement was confirmed by Russia’s Ministry of Natural Resources, which noted that between January and September, over 5,000 tourists traveled between the two countries.

4:30 AM

SBU exposes corruption scheme by two Ukrainian army logistics officers.

The scheme is believed to have defrauded the state of Hr 27.3 million ($662,000), which was funneled through a network of shell companies. If convicted, the accused face up to six years in prison.

2:00 AM

UK defense secretary does not confirm Ukraine's Storm Shadow strike in Russia.

"Ukraine's action on the battlefield speaks for itself," U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey said in remarks to parliament on Nov. 20.

1:13 AM

Russian attack in Donetsk Oblast kills 11-year-old boy.

The attack, carried out with Russian cluster munitions, also seriously injured a 13-year-old girl and wounded a 63-year-old man, according to regional police.

12:41 AM

Ukraine to pursue 'diplomatic' liberation of Crimea, will not acknowledge occupied territories as Russian, Zelensky says.

"We cannot spend dozens of thousands of our people so that they perish for the sake of Crimea coming back ... We understand that Crimea can be brought back diplomatically," Zelensky told Fox News.

11:54 PM

Biden seeks to cancel over $4.5 billion of Ukraine's debt.

"We have taken the step that was outlined in the law to cancel those loans, provide that economic assistance to Ukraine, and now Congress is welcome to take it up if they wish," U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said on Nov. 20.

11:15 PM

War update

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine strikes Russia with British Storm Shadow for first time, media reports

11:11 PM

Trump names Matthew Whitaker as next US ambassador to NATO.

Whitaker, who served briefly as acting U.S. attorney general during Trump's first term, has no evident experience in national security, diplomacy, or foreign policy.

10:36 PM

Russian troops killed 2 Ukrainian POWs near Pokrovsk, prosecutors say.

They were stripped naked and shot dead, according to the prosecutors. In a picture published by the prosecutors, two blurred naked bodies are seen lying on the ground.

10:35 PM

Alleged Russian plan sees Ukraine 'cut' into 3 parts, intelligence source says.

Under the alleged plan, Ukraine's western lands could be claimed by neighboring countries, while its eastern regions would be annexed by Russia and the remaining territory converted into a Russian-controlled puppet state.

10:19 PM

War

Panic grips Kyiv as embassy closures and Telegram rumors fuel fears of imminent attack

9:56 PM

Interview

'Russia only wins if the West quits' — Gen. Ben Hodges

9:21 PM

Court jails Russian actor in absentia, confiscates his Odesa apartment.

Mashkov, who was convicted for war propaganda and for encouraging the violation of Ukraine’s territorial integrity, owned a 147 square meter apartment on the seacoast in Odesa.

8:18 PM

Gaming

Delayed by war, Ukraine’s long-awaited 'S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2' surges to the top of video game purchases

8:14 PM

UN World Food Program allocates $21 billion to Ukraine until 2027.

“The plan provides for humanitarian assistance, support for civilians, continuation of the demining process and support for Ukraine's export potential in supplying agricultural products to international markets,” Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

6:50 PM

US announces $275 million military aid package for Ukraine.

It will include HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) ammunition, artillery shells, and Javelin surface-to-air missiles, in addition to a wide range of spare parts and equipment.

5:35 PM

Ukraine strikes Russia with Storm Shadows for the first time, Bloomberg reports.

According to the source, the strikes were approved as a response to the presence of North Korean troops in Russia’s Kursk Oblast, a sign of escalation by Russia.

4:58 PM

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