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🔘 The GUR (Main Intelligence Directorate) reported that a fire broke out in a military unit located in the Volgograd region of the Russian Federation, resulting in the destruction of the enemy's arsenal.
Andriy Yusov, an intelligence representative, remarked to hromadske, "We can neither confirm nor deny [Ukraine's involvement in the fire], but today, the enemy lost another arsenal."
As per the GUR Ministry of Defense representative's statements, it appears the incident affected the GRAU (Main Missile and Artillery Directorate) arsenal within the military unit numbered 57229-51.
🔘 If the Polish authorities fail to resolve the issue of blocked border crossings with Ukraine, the European Commission is considering initiating punitive proceedings against Poland, as reported by RMF FM.
🔘 Minister of Strategic Industry Kamyshin revealed that Ukraine manufactures several of its own drones each month, resembling the Iranian Shahed models.
"We've initiated mass production of a product akin to the 'Ukrainian Shahed' without explicitly naming it, and currently, our output stands at dozens per month," he elaborated.
🔘 The Ministry of Finance of Japan reported a staggering 47.7% decline in trade turnover between Japan and the Russian Federation for October, totaling 666 million US dollars.
The agency provided detailed figures:
▫️ Export of passenger cars to Russia plummeted by 46.8% in comparison to the same period last year.
▫️ Export of spare parts and components for vehicles to the Russian Federation dwindled by 39%.
▫️ Import of LNG from Russia experienced a 4.6% decrease compared to October 2022.
▫️ Imports The spokesperson for the South Korean company "Hyundai Rotem" has revealed that the company is contemplating the potential supply of N-WAY 8x8 wheeled armored personnel carriers to Ukraine in the future. of grain from the Russian Federation
🔘 🇨🇭Switzerland advocated the creation of a special tribunal regarding the crime of aggression against Ukraine
🔘 The European Commission has revised its outlook for the Ukrainian economy, highlighting positive growth prospects and improvements in key economic indicators.
Projections indicate that the real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is poised to rise by 3.7% in 2024 and experience robust growth of 6.1% in 2025.
Inflation rates have shown a significant decline, dropping to 7.1% as of September 2023. Forecasts suggest a further decrease to 7.6% by 2025.
While the budget deficit is expected to remain elevated in 2024, the anticipated growth in GDP is predicted to bolster revenues in 2025, ultimately leading to a reduction in the deficit.
However, estimates indicate a growth in public debt, potentially reaching just under 100% of the GDP by 2025.
🔘 UNITED24 has initiated a collaboration with LEGO Creators, marking the launch of our joint project #LEGOwithUKRAINE.
This project features the iconic structures of Mother Ukraine in Kyiv, the Mariupol water tower, and the Crimean Swallow's Nest, crafted by three talented artists: Artur Samkov from Poland, Maksym Mitiakin from Ukraine, and Ievhen Tonev from the USA.
Each of these constructions is limited to five instances and cannot be purchased but can be acquired through a donation of $24 or more. All proceeds collected will be dedicated to the reconstruction efforts in Ukraine.
The primary objective of #LEGOwithUKRAINE is to shed light on Ukraine, celebrate its remarkable architectural landmarks, and inspire a global love for the country.
🔘 The spokesperson for the South Korean company "Hyundai Rotem" has revealed that the company is contemplating the potential supply of N-WAY 8x8 wheeled armored personnel carriers to Ukraine in the future.
🔘 The US Treasury Department has implemented sanctions targeting three oil tankersKazan, Ligovsky Prospect, and NS Centuryoperating from the United Arab Emirates due to their involvement in transporting Russian oil.
These tankers were placed on the sanctions list for transporting Russian oil at prices exceeding the established ceiling of $60 per barrel.
Additionally, the United States has imposed sanctions on multiple Russian or Russian-affiliated companies, along with a former Serbian minister engaged in business activities within the Russian Federation.
🔘 Norway's Minister of Justice, Emilie Enger Mehl, following the announcement of the closure of four checkpoints on Finland's border with Russia, confirmed Norway's readiness to adopt similar measures on its side as well.
The Estonian government is also contemplating the prospect of closing border crossing points with Russia in response to Finland's decision, prompted by the surge in migrant arrivals.
🔘 The total casualties suffered by the Russian military in the ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine are estimated between 300,000 to 400,000 individuals, encompassing both killed and wounded personnel. The Guardian reported this figure based on information from Western officials.
Furthermore, these officials indicated that in the recent clashes near Avdiivka, Russia is experiencing losses ranging from 500 to 1,000 individuals per day.
🔘 The Independent reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin might face a potential war crime case related to the planned famine in Ukraine. Evidence suggests that the Kremlin orchestrated the famine in Ukraine in advance, intending to seize substantial amounts of Ukrainian grain months before initiating a full-scale invasion.
Global Rights Compliance (GRC), an international human rights law firm, highlights that following the invasion's commencement, the aggressors deliberately targeted regions abundant in grain and essential food production infrastructure.
🔘 Trump is the biggest danger to the world in 2024, — The Economist