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  • Kadyrov criticized Putin’s security forces and said they were ineffective

    Kadyrov criticized Putin’s security forces and said they were ineffective

    Kadyrov criticized Putin's security forces and said they were ineffective

    Ramzan Kadyrov has publicly criticized the heads of the Interior Ministry and the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation, claiming their incompetence. He also spoke out in defense of Muslim migrants, demonstrating his independence from the federal government.

    Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has initiated a conflict with Putin's security forces, saying they are “out of place,” UNN reports, citing the Center for Countering Disinformation.

    Details

    The head of Russia's Chechnya region said that the head of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation, Alexander Bastrykin, and the head of the Interior Ministry, Vladimir Kolokoltsev, appointed by Putin, are “out of place” and “not fulfilling the president's tasks.”

    In addition, Kadyrov spoke about Muslim migrants, calling them “brothers” and harshly criticizing the government's repression of them.

    Kadyrov is increasingly demonstrating his de facto independence from the federal government of the Russian Federation. Having unleashed a war against Ukraine, Putin is increasingly losing control over his own Muslim republics, which increases the risk of new interethnic conflicts

    – , the Office of Countering Disinformation wrote.

    Recall

    A Ukrainian drone fromstruck at the building of the Akhmat Kadyrov Special Police Regiment in Grozny. Ramzan Kadyrov confirmed the attack.

  • 48,000 Russian soldiers may be MIA in Ukraine, Putin’s relative reveals

    48,000 Russian soldiers may be MIA in Ukraine, Putin’s relative reveals

    48,000 Russian soldiers may be MIA in Ukraine, Putin's relative reveals

    Russian Deputy Defense Minister Anna Tsivilyova let slip on Nov. 26 that the ministry had received 48,000 applications for DNA tests from relatives seeking information about soldiers missing in action during the war against Ukraine, opposition Telegram news channel Astra reported on Dec. 3.

    At a roundtable in the Russian State Duma, Tsivilyova – Russian President Vladimir Putin's cousin once removed – revealed that relatives' DNA had been collected and stored in a database. Her comments provide rare insight into the number of missing Russian troops, as no official statistics on these figures have been released.

    Andrei Kartapolov, head of the State Duma's defense committee, responded by cautioning against publicly discussing such numbers. "This is sensitive information. When we finalize the documents, we should ensure these figures do not appear publicly," Kartapolov said.

    Tsivilyova clarified that the figure she cited referred to the number of relatives' appeals, not confirmed missing soldiers. "Many of them will be found. Therefore, this figure reflects appeals, not statistics," she added.

    According to the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, Russia has lost 748,950 troops since launching its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022.

    Russian attacks across Ukraine kill 2, injure 6 over past dayUkraine’s Air Force intercepted 30 of 44 Russian drones launched overnight. Russia also fired two Iskander-M ballistic missiles during the assault, the Air Force reported.48,000 Russian soldiers may be MIA in Ukraine, Putin's relative revealsThe Kyiv IndependentTim Zadorozhnyy48,000 Russian soldiers may be MIA in Ukraine, Putin's relative reveals
  • Ukrainian musician Yuriy Mielofon was killed while performing a combat mission

    Ukrainian musician Yuriy Mielofon was killed while performing a combat mission

    Ukrainian musician Yuriy Mielofon was killed while performing a combat mission

    Musician and soldier Yuriy Mielofon was killed on December 2 while performing a combat mission. He was known for creating remixes for the singer Lavika and active volunteer work since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.

    Musician Yuriy Miyelofon was killed in the line of duty. Ukrainian singer Lavika wrote about it on her Facebook page, according to UNN.

    The day before yesterday, on December 2, my musical friend Yuriy Myelofon was killed while performing a combat mission. We've known each other since 2012 and together we made remixes of Lavika's music tracks that conquered and set hearts on fire. And you've probably heard them and know them, you just don't know it's him, because I was in the videos. At the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Yura was the first of all my friends to write to me and ask what he needed in terms of volunteers. He lived in Odesa and somehow got his act together very quickly, while I was recovering and in a stupor. Yura did so many good deeds and even when he was at the front, he was always the first to write, asking how he was doing, and when my brother died, he agitated his entire battalion to go to Diia and publicize my petition to collect votes. He asked me not to give up in this case, because “my brother fought, and you should fight”

    – the post reads.

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    “The last message was wishing me a happy birthday. Then there was his collection, which we closed. And now he is gone. I have a son, I have a family,” the singer writes.

    Recall

    27-year-old Captain Oleksandr Myhlya, an aviation commander, died on August 12, 2024 while performing a combat mission. The Mena community lost its defender, who was born on April 21, 1997.

  • Russian army suffers record losses in November, UK intelligence reports

    Russian army suffers record losses in November, UK intelligence reports

    Defence Intelligence of the United Kingdom reports that the daily average losses of the Russians in Ukraine, both killed and wounded, hit a new record high in November.

    Source: UK Defence Intelligence review dated 5 December, as reported by European Pravda

    A report citing data from Ukraine's General Staff revealed that in November, Russian occupation forces suffered an average daily loss of 1,523 personnel, both killed and wounded.

    Quote: "This is the third straight month that Russian Forces have sustained new war high average daily losses," the report stated.

    Russia recorded its highest single-day losses since the invasion began, with 2,030 casualties – surpassing the 2,000 mark for the first time – on 28 November.

    November also became the fifth consecutive month of increasing overall monthly losses, with a total of 45,680 Russian troops lost, according to UK intelligence.

    The report attributes the high casualty rate to the relentless pace of Russian offensives and operations.

    Russian forces are intensifying pressure along several critical fronts, aiming to push Ukrainian troops back in the vicinities of Kursk, Kupiansk, Toretsk, Pokrovsk, and Velyka Novosilka.

    Quote: "Russia's casualty rate will likely continue to average above 1,000 a day in December 2024 despite the onset of winter, with continued dismounted infantry attacks on multiple axes," the report concluded.

    Background:

    • On 21 October, UK Defence Secretary John Healey described the situation on the battlefield in Ukraine as difficult, noting that the front line is currently "less stable than at any time since the early days of the full-scale Russian invasion" in February 2022.
    • Recently, UK intelligence highlighted the extensive use of unmanned aerial vehicles as a key factor that has changed the nature of Russia's war against Ukraine.

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  • Keane blames Mac Allister for Liverpool draw as dirty Van Dijk ousted by Overlap pundits

    Keane blames Mac Allister for Liverpool draw as dirty Van Dijk ousted by Overlap pundits

    Roy Keane and Ian Wright on Arsenal

    Roy Keane blamed Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister for Alexander Isak’s stunning goal for Newcastle on Wednesday and claims Virgil van Dijk had VAR on his side in the 3-3 draw.

    Mohammed Salah got an assist and a brace in the end-to-end game at St James’ Park to give Liverpool a 3-2 lead going into the final stages of the game before Fabian Schar scored a brilliant equaliser at the death.

    Isak’s opener saw him take one touch to the side of Van Dijk before rifling his shot into the roof of the net, but Keane claims Alexis Mac Allister was at fault as the midfielder rushed out to close down Bruno Guimaraes, making it all too easy for the Newcastle star to skip past him and find Isak.

    Keane said on The Overlap’s Watchalong: “Look at Mac Allister. Look at Mac Allister. Look at Mac Allister. Look at Mac Allister. Look at Mac Allister here. He can’t. Great strike. What power. If you’re on a yellow card and can’t run don’t go in there.”

    Chelsea legend Pat Nevin was full of praise for Isak, who created multiple chances for his teammates before and after his wonderful goal.

    “Alexander Isak is some player! Moments after he set up Lewis Hall for a chance which he can’t get on target he goes alone, turning Virgil van Dijk about 25 yards out and then absolutely leathering the ball into the roof of the net,” Nevin told BBC Radio 5 Live.

    “That had power, swerve, dip…a sensational goal! Liverpool made a good start to this game, but as the first half went on, Newcastle have got better and better. And Alexander Isak has been the absolute star of the show.

    “He’s created some golden chances for his team-mates before hitting one into the top corner. It was a very, very special goal from a special player.”

    Newcastle had a glorious chance to double their lead before Curtis Jones’ equaliser as Anthony Gordon raced through on goal following a Joe Gomez error.

    Gordon’s weak effort was easily saved by Caoimhin Kelleher but the Newcastle winger was left prostrate soon after as he was caught in the face by Van Dijk’s shoulder.

    It didn’t look like an accidental coming together on the replays and both Ian Wright and Keane were adamant it was deliberate from Van Dijk.

    Speaking on the Stick to Football Watchalong, Wright said: “He knows exactly what he’s doing. That’s a pen.”

    Keane was in agreement with Wright, as he added: “That’s a penalty.”

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    Eddie Howe thought his side should have been awarded another penalty as Isak was brought down by Jarell Quansah, and also questioned the referee’s call to blow for full-time when his side were counter-attacking with a three on two.

    “I thought it was a penalty on Alex, but I haven’t seen a replay, that was just an initial thought,” said Howe.

    “I was surprised by the final whistle because I think we’d spent around two minutes on a free-kick in extra-time, so I was expecting seven minutes to be played. I think it was 5.15 when he’s blown, so that was a blow because it looked like we were in a good position.

    “Then, I think VAR looked at (the Van Dijk and Gordon incident) and concluded nothing happened, so we have to accept it. I was surprised by it initially though.”

  • Fiorentina footballer out of intensive care, but may not return to Serie A

    Fiorentina footballer out of intensive care, but may not return to Serie A

    Fiorentina footballer out of intensive care, but may not return to Serie A

    Edoardo Bove left the intensive care unit three days after losing consciousness. The player is suspected of having myocarditis, which could hinder his future career in Serie A.

    It remains doubtful whether Edoardo Bove will be able to play in Serie A again.

    Transmits UNN with reference to Il Messaggero.

    Italian professional footballer Edoardo Bove left the intensive care unit three days after losing consciousness.

    “Edoardo is fine, he is fit, he is recovering and we are happy,” and above all, ”he is out of intensive care.” This announcement was made by Fiorentina CEO Alessandro Ferrari into Mediaset microphones before the start of the Fiorentina-Empoli match in the Italian Cup.

    In terms of health, doctors continue to conduct examinations to find out the causes of what happened.

    It is assumed that Bove suffers from myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart muscle tissue. This was reported by Gazzetta dello Sport. Further investigations will determine whether Beauvais needs a defibrillator implant.

    Thus, according to the law, Edoardo Bove will no longer be allowed to play in Serie A.

    Meanwhile, the letters of support from around the football world continue. In the last few hours, Fiorentina's Brazilian defender Dodo posted a preview of Fiorentina-Empoli with Beauvais' number 4 shirt and the caption “For you, brother,” as if to say that Viola is taking the field in his teammate's place.

    The Curva Fiesole Firenze supporters' clubs organized a choreographed one: through a statement posted on their social channels, fans were encouraged to wear a scarf and keep it tightened throughout the duration of the Fiorentina anthem.

    To recap

    UNN previously reported that Fiorentina player Edoardo Bove had an epileptic seizure and cardiac arrest during a match with Inter.

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  • The GUR carried out a large-scale cyberattack on Gazprombank: Russians lost access to services

    The GUR carried out a large-scale cyberattack on Gazprombank: Russians lost access to services

    The GUR carried out a large-scale cyberattack on Gazprombank: Russians lost access to services

    The SBU conducted a successful DDOS attack on one of the largest banks in Russia. Customers lost access to online banking, mobile applications and payment terminals across Russia.

    The GRU paralyzed the work of one of Russia's largest banks, Gazprombank. As a result of the cyberattack, the bank's clients do not have access to online banking and mobile user accounts. UNN reports this with reference to its sources.

    The cyber specialists of the Main Intelligence Directorate successfully conducted a large-scale cyber attack on the systems of the Russian sanctioned Gazprombank, which is one of the three largest banks in Russia. As a result of the powerful DDOS attack, Gazprombank's customers lost access to online banking and the bank's mobile user account. Hundreds of thousands of Russians were unable to make money transfers and online payments due to the inoperable Gazprombank applications

    – The source told UNN.

    The success of the cyber operation is confirmed by panicked comments from Russians on social media and complaints on the bank's pages.

    It is also reported that the attack blocked the operation of Gazprombank terminals across Russia. Thus, fare payment terminals stopped working in public transport in Tomsk. A similar problem hit public transportation in Voronezh. Due to the paralysis of Gazprombank's terminals, the Samara Philharmonic sold tickets only for cash and only at the box office – online purchases and card payments were not possible.

    Russian media confirmed the fact of a DDOS attack on Gazprombank's website, which stopped opening in France and Germany. In addition to the website, the bank's mobile application was also down.

    For reference

    “Gazprombank is one of the largest banks in Russia. Its clients include about 3 million individuals and about 45 thousand legal entities. November 21, 2024

  • Ukrainian biomethane is ready to replace Russian gas in Europe

    Ukrainian biomethane is ready to replace Russian gas in Europe

    Ukrainian biomethane is ready to replace Russian gas in Europe

    Ukrainian biomethane could become an alternative to Russian gas on the European market. Ukraine is actively developing biomethane production with the support of the EU and adapting its legislation for its export.

    Ukrainian biomethane could become a key alternative to Russian gas in the European market.

    This was stated by Deputy Energy Minister Mykola Kolisnyk during a speech at the annual Ukrainian Energy Security Dialogue conference, UNN reports.

    Ukraine adapts to EU requirements

    Kolisnyk emphasized that Ukraine, as a country integrating into the European Union, is actively developing alternative energy sources.

    We are in a paradigm of renewable energy development, which is one of the key requirements of the EU

    – said the Deputy Minister during the panel discussion “Energy Security and Climate Goals: Synergy or Counteraction”.

    Potential of Ukrainian biomethane The European Union supports Ukraine in developing biomethane production. Yolanda García Mesquita, representative of the European Commission's Directorate-General for Energy, said that Ukrainian biogas could significantly reduce Europe's dependence on traditional natural gas.

    Kolisnyk also noted that Ukrainian biomethane has the potential to replace Russian gas in the EU. He also thanked the European Commission for helping to harmonize Ukrainian legislation to export this type of fuel.

    Key areas of energy development

    During the conference, experts discussed a number of important issues, including:

    • ways to achieve energy decarbonization;
    • implementation of distributed generation;
    • development of renewable energy sources;
    • creation of energy storage systems.

    Mr. Kolisnyk added that Ukraine has a unique potential in implementing wind, solar and geothermal energy. In addition, the Ministry of Energy is working on developing “energy independence passports” for each region, taking into account their natural features.

    What is biomethane and how does it work?

    Biomethane is an environmentally friendly gas derived from organic waste, such as agricultural residues, food waste, or biomass. It is produced through the biological decomposition of materials in special facilities. After purification, biomethane becomes identical to natural gas in terms of its properties, so it can be used in existing gas networks for heating, electricity generation, or transportation.

    For Europe, biomethane is not only about the environment, but also about independence. After the start of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, EU countries are trying to refuse Russian gas in order not to finance the aggressor. Biomethane is becoming a great alternative because it can be produced locally using local resources. This reduces dependence on energy imports and makes it possible to switch to renewable energy.

    Ukraine has a huge potential for biomethane production. Thanks to its agricultural resources, our country can supply this type of energy to Europe, helping to replace Russian gas and contributing to the region's energy security. In addition, biomethane can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, making it an important step in the fight against climate change.

    Recall

    New US sanctions could block the only way for Europe to pay for Russian gas.

  • Russian attacks across Ukraine kill 2, injure 6 over past day

    Russian attacks across Ukraine kill 2, injure 6 over past day

    Russian attacks across Ukraine kill 2, injure 6 over past day

    Russian attacks over the past day killed at least two people and injured six others across Ukraine, regional authorities reported on Dec. 5.

    Ukraine’s Air Force intercepted 30 of 44 Russian drones launched overnight. Russia also fired two Iskander-M ballistic missiles during the assault, the Air Force reported.

    In Kharkiv Oblast, a Russian strike hit a residential area, killing a 40-year-old man. His mother and another woman suffered acute stress reactions. In Kupiansk, a drone strike wounded a 65-year-old man, who was hospitalized, Kharkiv Oblast Governor Oleh Syniehubov said.

    In Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Russian attacks killed an 88-year-old woman and injured a 64-year-old man. According to the Office of the Prosecutor General, the attack also damaged private homes and vehicles.

    In Donetsk Oblast, Russian forces wounded four residents—three in Kostiantynivka and one in Shevchenkove, Governor Vadym Filashkin said.

    Ukraine’s Air Force and Defense Forces intercepted drones targeting Kyiv, Kharkiv, Poltava, Sumy, Chernihiv, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad, Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, Khmelnytskyi, and Odesa oblasts, where no casualties were reported.

    Russian drone strikes on Ukraine are surging — how bad can it get?For the third month in a row, the number of Shahed-type kamikaze drones launched by Russia at Ukraine surged to record levels. According to figures from Ukraine’s Air Force, Moscow deployed a total of 2,576 drones during November, up from 2,023 the month before. And the Kremlin clearlyRussian attacks across Ukraine kill 2, injure 6 over past dayThe Kyiv IndependentChris YorkRussian attacks across Ukraine kill 2, injure 6 over past day
  • Russian soldiers drown trying to land on Dnipro islands in Kherson – partisans

    Russian soldiers drown trying to land on Dnipro islands in Kherson – partisans

    Russian soldiers drown trying to land on Dnipro islands in Kherson - partisans

    Two soldiers from the 61st Marine Brigade of the Russian Federation were killed after a drone attack near Belogrudy Island. Partisans report frequent deaths of Russians due to poor training and difficult conditions.

    Two Russian servicemen from the 61st Marine Brigade drowned after a drone attack during an attempt to land on the island of Bilohrudy in the Dnipro Delta, the ATES guerrilla movement reports, noting that such cases are not uncommon for Russians, UNN reports .

    An agent of the ATES movement from the 61st Separate Marine Brigade of the Russian Northern Fleet reports that soldiers from his unit recently drowned while trying to land on Bilohrudy Island in the Dnipro Delta. During the operation, two soldiers were hit by a drone, lost control, and fell from a jet ski, unable to get out

    – , the movement said in a statement.

    The guerrillas note that such cases are not uncommon in Russian troops due to poor or no training and difficult terrain conditions that soldiers are simply unable to cope with.

    Russian soldiers are demoralized, sent to the islands as punishment, and incidents like this further undermine their morale, the guerrillas say.

    Addendum

    The head of the Kherson RMA, Oleksandr Prokudin, in a commentary to the Financial Times , stated that the Russian occupiers want to launch an offensive on Kherson. They have gathered 300 boats to cross the Dnipro River.