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The shelf life of TNT is 60 years, yet the Defense Ministry is procuring 80-year-old mines for the Armed Forces at €590 each.

The shelf life of TNT is 60 years, yet the Defense Ministry is procuring 80-year-old mines for the Armed Forces at €590 each.

Defense Express expert Sergey Zgurets stated that we are talking about hundreds of thousands of mines. The military engineer expressed that he would be pleased to acquire them at around "a dollar each" for the sake of the explosives.
The situation is critical: metallurgists urge the Minister of Development to impose a moratorium on increasing railway tariffs.

The situation is critical: metallurgists urge the Minister of Development to impose a moratorium on increasing railway tariffs.

Metallurgists have urged Kuleba not to raise freight transportation tariffs for Ukrzaliznytsia, citing the risk of thousands of job losses.
Journalist Fedchenko expressed her pain over a photo from her Marine husband's funeral, prompting a response from the photographer.

Journalist Fedchenko expressed her pain over a photo from her Marine husband's funeral, prompting a response from the photographer.

A series of photos from the funeral of marine Andrei Kuzmenko has surfaced in the media, causing distress for his wife, journalist Anastasia Fedchenko. She expressed her pain on social media, which prompted a response from the photographer behind the images.
Winter in Ukraine has peaked: Didenko warns of warming and wet snow ahead (see map).

Winter in Ukraine has peaked: Didenko warns of warming and wet snow ahead (see map).

The weather forecast for tomorrow predicts cold temperatures, with some areas experiencing frost and snowfall. However, meteorologist Natalia Didenko has warned that this chilly spell will not last long.
Stole €27,000: A mobilized individual in Transcarpathia raided the office of the military enlistment center chief.

Stole €27,000: A mobilized individual in Transcarpathia raided the office of the military enlistment center chief.

A citizen who was brought to the military enlistment office for a medical commission broke into the commander's office and stole 27,000 euros. The suspect has been placed on the wanted list.
A man in Kharkiv made a unique escape from the military enlistment office by jumping into a river and crawling through a pipe, according to social media (video).

A man in Kharkiv made a unique escape from the military enlistment office by jumping into a river and crawling through a pipe, according to social media (video).

Fleeing from individuals in military uniform, a man jumped into a muddy river and hid in a drainage pipe for some time. Witnesses claim that he was pursued by personnel from the Military Registration and Enlistment Office, and later an ambulance was called for him.
Mobilization in Ukraine for those aged 25 and over 50: who the Territorial Recruitment Centers are calling up and for which positions (video).

Mobilization in Ukraine for those aged 25 and over 50: who the Territorial Recruitment Centers are calling up and for which positions (video).

The law permits the mobilization of citizens aged between 18 and 60, but with certain restrictions. The Territorial Recruitment Center clarified whether, for instance, a 55-year-old man could be deployed as an infantryman "to the front lines."
Over 70 students were poisoned at a Lyceum in Rovno, prompting the police to launch an investigation.

Over 70 students were poisoned at a Lyceum in Rovno, prompting the police to launch an investigation.

One child has been hospitalized. A portion of the high school students have been moved to remote learning until the laboratory provides the results of the tests.
Instead of diplomas, a compensation of 109 UAH: "Ukrposhta" lost a letter containing important documents.

Instead of diplomas, a compensation of 109 UAH: "Ukrposhta" lost a letter containing important documents.

The university stated that these documents are quite expensive to produce and require a significant amount of time to create. This is not the first incident of this nature involving the educational institution and "Ukrposhta."
New lessons and reforms in the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the impact of the mass exodus of soldiers from the 155th Brigade, according to Forbes.

New lessons and reforms in the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the impact of the mass exodus of soldiers from the 155th Brigade, according to Forbes.

Following the changes in the restoration of old units and the formation of new brigades, there is hope that the Ukrainian Armed Forces will be able to maintain the front in the east, according to Forbes. These changes were implemented as a result of the president's decision in response to a journalistic investigation.
Zelensky has revealed for the first time the number of brigades fighting against Russia at the front (video).

Zelensky has revealed for the first time the number of brigades fighting against Russia at the front (video).

In Ukraine, there are over a hundred battalions that lack the necessary equipment and weaponry for combat operations. Volodymyr Zelensky expressed confidence that support from allies should also focus on the technical modernization of the Ukrainian army.
"Ukraine will cease to exist in 2025": Kyiv's response to Patrushev's statements.

"Ukraine will cease to exist in 2025": Kyiv's response to Patrushev's statements.

The assistant to the President of Russia, Nikolai Patrushev, expresses hope that Ukraine will not become a priority for Donald Trump's administration. In Moscow, there is an expectation to maintain control over the occupied Ukrainian territories.
The General Staff has responded: what is known about the controversy surrounding the transfer of aviation technicians to infantry roles?

The General Staff has responded: what is known about the controversy surrounding the transfer of aviation technicians to infantry roles?

Air Force personnel have expressed concerns about a threat to the entire aviation sector due to the reassignment of aircraft maintenance specialists to the Ground Forces. Reports indicate that this decision was made at the directive of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, although officials in the General Staff have denied these claims.
Deception and manipulation: The Transcarpathian TCC responded to the alleged "theft of 27 thousand" from the military enlistment office.

Deception and manipulation: The Transcarpathian TCC responded to the alleged "theft of 27 thousand" from the military enlistment office.

No one escaped from the military enlistment office with 27,000 euros, assured the Transcarpathian recruitment center. The military officials presented a social media post that they labeled as false.
Scandal over the transfer of aviation technicians to infantry: the Air Force has issued a statement.

Scandal over the transfer of aviation technicians to infantry: the Air Force has issued a statement.

Acting Commander Anatoly Krivonozhko stated that the situation at the front "requires difficult decisions." According to him, the Air Forces have been reinforcing the brigades at the front for "more than a year now."
Not just aviators: a parliament member revealed which military specialists are being transferred to the infantry of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (video).

Not just aviators: a parliament member revealed which military specialists are being transferred to the infantry of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (video).

The command overlooked the shortage of infantry when launching the offensive in the Kursk region, noted Member of Parliament Alexey Goncharenko. In his view, the lack of infantry should not be compensated by relying on the Air Force and other specialists.
Fuel shortages for the Tu-95 and Tu-160: Satellite images reveal the aftermath of the strike on the Saratov oil refinery (photos included).

Fuel shortages for the Tu-95 and Tu-160: Satellite images reveal the aftermath of the strike on the Saratov oil refinery (photos included).

Defense forces have reached the fuel tanks of the Saratov oil refinery, located 700 kilometers from Ukraine. Satellite images reveal dark spots where the tanks once stood.
The EU has not taken an official stance either for or against the construction of new energy units at the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant.

The EU has not taken an official stance either for or against the construction of new energy units at the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant.

There is no clear consensus among EU members regarding the development of new nuclear power generation capacities.
In Kharkiv, an attack on a military recruitment van occurred as assailants attempted to abduct a conscript, according to police reports (photo included).

In Kharkiv, an attack on a military recruitment van occurred as assailants attempted to abduct a conscript, according to police reports (photo included).

Law enforcement officials have apprehended one of the two assailants who attacked a minibus belonging to the recruitment center, according to the Main Department of the National Police in the Kharkiv region. The motive behind the attack was the threat of mobilization faced by a relative of the individual detained by military recruitment officers.
Relatives of missing persons will now be eligible for a deferment from mobilization, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Relatives of missing persons will now be eligible for a deferment from mobilization, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Previously, families of missing persons had to obtain a court ruling to receive a deferment; however, the Cabinet has changed this requirement.
The Russian Armed Forces have occupied the village of Yantarne in the Donetsk region, according to DeepState (map).

The Russian Armed Forces have occupied the village of Yantarne in the Donetsk region, according to DeepState (map).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff confirmed that Russian troops launched an attack near Yantarne, but did not comment on the information regarding the occupation of this settlement.
Russia has launched cruise missiles at Ukraine: here's what we know as of now.

Russia has launched cruise missiles at Ukraine: here's what we know as of now.

Seven Tu-95MS aircraft were simultaneously in the sky. Additionally, Russian forces launched missiles from the Belgorod region and Kalibr missiles from the waters of the Black Sea.
In Ukraine, power outages schedules have been implemented in several regions. Here's a list of the affected areas.

In Ukraine, power outages schedules have been implemented in several regions. Here's a list of the affected areas.

Ukrenergo announced that emergency power outage schedules are being implemented in seven Ukrainian regions. Subsequently, these schedules were lifted in several areas.
Dividing mandates, resources, and power. Who needs elections in Ukraine?

Dividing mandates, resources, and power. Who needs elections in Ukraine?

It seems that the elections in Ukraine are already in full swing, ironically notes political analyst Petr Oleshchuk. He observes a surge of activity among potential candidates and especially political technologists, but warns both groups that under the current conditions, the elections are unlikely to yield any positive outcomes for them.
A Kyiv resident opened fire following a dispute between dogs (photo).

A Kyiv resident opened fire following a dispute between dogs (photo).

Two men had a dispute over the dogs they were walking in the yard. The situation escalated when one of them pulled out a traumatic weapon and aimed it at the other's face.
Drone shot down: a bullet struck an apartment in Kremenchuk, according to social media (photos).

Drone shot down: a bullet struck an apartment in Kremenchuk, according to social media (photos).

The released footage clearly shows that one of the bullets penetrated through the balcony and glass into the room.
"Touch me, and I'll take you down": A TCC employee in Kharkiv threatened a man with violence (video).

"Touch me, and I'll take you down": A TCC employee in Kharkiv threatened a man with violence (video).

The military recruiters opened the car doors themselves and carried out a forceful arrest. A white Renault SUV quickly arrived at the scene of the conflict, and the man was forcibly placed inside before they drove away.
"Nothing can compensate for murder": Farion's daughter demands ₴15 million in compensation.

"Nothing can compensate for murder": Farion's daughter demands ₴15 million in compensation.

The court has accepted the lawsuit, while the defense requested a recess. Sofia Osoba shared how she intends to use the funds.
In Odesa, employees of the military recruitment center are reportedly calling taxis to transport draft dodgers, according to social media posts (screenshots).

In Odesa, employees of the military recruitment center are reportedly calling taxis to transport draft dodgers, according to social media posts (screenshots).

In Odessa, employees of the Territorial Recruitment Center reportedly used civilian minivans to transport draft evaders to the military enlistment office, as evidenced by screenshots on social media. Pro-Kremlin media were among the first to respond to these reports.
Teens blocked a road in Kyiv while listening to "I Am Russian." Police investigate to identify their parents. (Watch the video)

Teens blocked a road in Kyiv while listening to "I Am Russian." Police investigate to identify their parents. (Watch the video)

The National Police denies that the individuals involved in the scandal are "privileged youths," although they have confirmed that these individuals hired cars along with drivers. One of the minors has already been convicted for listening to the Russian national anthem, and his sentence is still ongoing.