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  • Russian nighttime drone attack damages high-rise building in Kyiv – photo

    Russian nighttime drone attack damages high-rise building in Kyiv – photo

    Residential infrastructure in the city of Kyiv was damaged in the Russian drone attack on the night of 15-16 November.

    Source: Kyiv City Military Administration

    Quote from Kyiv City Military Administration: "As a result of a Russian drone attack, damage to residential infrastructure was recorded in the Obolonskyi district of the capital."

    Details: The administration noted that the falling debris damaged balconies and windows in the high-rise residential building.

      Aftermath of the Russian drone attack on Kyiv. Photo: Kyiv City Military Administration

    Quote from Kyiv City Military Administration: "There was no information about the alleged fire. There is no information about the casualties. The operational report is being updated and confirmed."

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  • Netflix stops working for thousands of users in the US

    Netflix stops working for thousands of users in the US

    Netflix stops working for thousands of users in the US

    More than 12,000 Netflix users in the US reported problems with the service. The failure occurred during the broadcast of a boxing match, and the company has not yet commented on the situation.

    On Friday evening, November 15, thousands of Netflix users in the United States faced interruptions in the platform's operation. This is reported by the American news agency Reuters, according to UNN.

    According to Downdetector, a website that monitors outages, more than 12,000 users have complained about problems with the streaming service.

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    Downdetector collects information about outages by analyzing status messages from various sources, including real-time user complaints.

    It is known that buffering problems occurred during the broadcast of the fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson on Netflix.

    Netflix has not yet made an official statement about the incident.

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  • Kazakh companies supply electronic warfare equipment to Russia despite sanctions, media reports

    Kazakh companies supply electronic warfare equipment to Russia despite sanctions, media reports

    Kazakh companies supply electronic warfare equipment to Russia despite sanctions, media reports

    Severalcompanies in Kazakhstan are playing a significant role in helping Russia circumvent Western sanctions by supplying equipment for the development of electronic warfare (EW) systems, according to The Insider, the Russian independent investigative outlet.

    The outlet reported on Nov. 15 that Kazakhstan-based firms, including Askarlab, Dicosta Technologies, Panalem Technologies, and Computer Services Ltd, have been sourcing equipment from Europe, Asia, and the United States, then delivering it to Russia.

    From 2023 to 2024, these companies acquired products from international manufacturers, including Germany’s Rohde & Schwarz, France’s Safran Data Systems, the U.S.-based Mini-Circuits, and Ireland’s Farran Technology.

    The sourced equipment consisted of advanced components such as radio frequency filters, frequency analyzers, RF adapters, amplifiers, attenuators, frequency extenders, satellite modems, and vector network analyzers.

    The Insider cited customs declarations from the Zhetysu customs post in Almaty, Russian records, and communications involving Askarlab’s director. Since 2023, these items have been transported by air, processed through customs, and, in numerous cases, sent to Russia. Askarlab alone reportedly procured high-end radio-technical equipment valued at approximately $2 million between November 2023 and early 2024.

    The Insider pointed out that Russia's reliance on alternative supply routes has prompted Western countries to impose secondary sanctions on organizations involved in facilitating such activities. These measures aim to curtail the flow of restricted technology and equipment to Russia amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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  • Attack on Kyiv: air defense forces neutralize about a dozen Russian drones

    Attack on Kyiv: air defense forces neutralize about a dozen Russian drones

    Attack on Kyiv: air defense forces neutralize about a dozen Russian drones

    Ukrainian air defense forces shoot down about 10 Russian drones over Kyiv during a 3-hour air alert. The attack damaged the balconies and windows of a residential building in Obolon district.

    On the night of November 16, attack drones once again attacked Kyiv, with air defense defenses neutralizing up to 10 Russian drones in the air above and around the capital. This was reported by KCMA, according to UNN.

    The air raid in the capital lasted almost 3 hours. During this time, defense forces detected and neutralized up to a dozen enemy UAVs in the airspace around the city,

    – the statement said.

    Addendum

    It is noted that as a result of this attack in the Obolon district of the capital, damage to residential infrastructure was recorded. Balconies and windows were damaged due to falling debris in a multi-storey residential building. There was no information on casualties.

    Russian drone attacks continue in Kyiv and neighboring regions. UAVs may change their course to Kyiv. So watch out for air raid alerts and stay safe!

    – KCMA added.

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  • Man Utd: Ibrahimovic hints at signing ‘fantastic’ star ‘doing well’ as team-mate ‘attracts’ Euro giants

    Man Utd: Ibrahimovic hints at signing ‘fantastic’ star ‘doing well’ as team-mate ‘attracts’ Euro giants

    Ex-Man Utd striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic

    AC Milan advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic has hinted that the European giants could sign a “fantastic player” from Manchester United.

    Ibrahimovic had a spell at Man Utd towards the end of his playing career. He scored 29 goals in his 53 appearances across all competitions.

    The 43-year-old spent a significant portion of his playing career in the Serie A as he had spells at AC Milan, Inter Milan and Juventus.

    He made 163 appearances for AC Milan across two stints and finished his career with the Serie A giants last year. Since retiring, he has stayed on as he’s become a sporting advisor for the Italian outfit.

    AC Milan could raid Man Utd in the coming months as reports in Italy say they are interested in Sweden international Victor Lindelof, who is a compatriot of Ibrahimovic.

    The 30-year-old joined Man Utd for around £29m in 2017 and has been impacted by injuries as she’s failed to live up to expectations at Old Trafford.

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    Lindelof has not started a single Premier League match this season. His long-term future is in doubt as he’s entered the final year of his contract.

    Ibrahimovic has responded to the “rumours” linking AC Milan with Lindelof, who is a “fantastic player”.

    “There are a lot of rumours going around. That rumour is more because I’m Swedish, and Lindelöf is Swedish. He’s a fantastic player. I think he’s doing well at United,” Ibrahimovic said.

    “We have many good players in that position. I don’t know what he wants. I think you have to ask him. If we are there? You never know.”

    When asked what he wants, Ibrahimovic added: “We want a lot. And we’re working for it.”

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    England international Harry Maguire is another player whose future is in doubt as he has also entered the final year of his contract.

    Maguire has been heavily linked with an exit in recent transfer windows, but he’s opted to fight for his place at Man Utd.

    The experienced defender has previously proven that he suits a 3-4-3 formation, so the appointment of new head coach Ruben Amorim could help him.

    Maguire is still ‘attracting’ interest from elsewhere as a report in Italy claims he is one of the players being looked at by Serie A giants Juventus.

    Earlier this month, a report from GiveMeSport claimed Maguire is not interested in leaving Man Utd in January.

    ‘The England international is currently focused on staying at United and Maguire believes that he can win an extension to his deal in the coming months.

    ‘Maguire is hoping to prove himself to Amorim once he arrives, and will be buoyed by the prospect of the Portuguese manager introducing a three centre-back system.

    ‘Maguire’s best performances in recent years have arguably come for England whilst playing in a three, a formation that lends to his ball-carrying ability.

    ‘As of now, United have shown no desire to keep Maguire beyond the expiry of his contract next summer.

    ‘The England defender’s deal does include a one-year option which United could activate, and the 31-year-old believes that is a possibility.

    ‘Maguire, who lost the captaincy under Erik ten Hag, has refused to leave Old Trafford in the last two transfer windows as he still believes he has something to offer at United.’

  • Demand for cars from China in Ukraine is falling

    Demand for cars from China in Ukraine is falling

    Demand for cars from China in Ukraine is falling

    In October, sales of Chinese cars in Ukraine fell by 8% year-on-year to 1.2 thousand units. 81% of Chinese cars sold were electric vehicles, with Honda M-NV as the top seller.

    In October, Ukrainians bought 1.2 thousand cars imported from China, reports Ukravtoprom.

    Total sales decreased by 8% compared to October 2023. Written by UNN with reference to Ukravtoprom.

    In October, Ukrainians bought 1,200 cars from China, down 8% from October 2023, Ukravtoprom reports. Of these, 81% were electric vehicles.

    Sales of new cars grew by 11% to 979 units, while purchases of used cars decreased by 47% to 228 units.The most popular models of new cars are Chinese-made:

    1. HONDA M-NV – 188 units

    2. VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 – 100 units

    3. ZEEKR 001 – 94 units

    4. BYD Song Plus – 74 units

    5. AUDI Q4 e-tron – 41 units.

    Among used cars, the most popular were:

    1. ZEEKR 001 – 20 units 2. HONDA M-NV – 20 units 3. POLESTAR 2 – 17 units 4. BAIC EC3 – 15 units 5. VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 – 14 units.

    Recall

    In October, Ukrainians bought more than 1.9 thousand hybrid cars, which is 7% more than last year.

  • Protesters against agreement with Russia break into “government” buildings in Abkhazia – video

    Protesters against agreement with Russia break into “government” buildings in Abkhazia – video

    Protesters in the main city of occupied Abkhazia, Sukhumi, broke through the fence around the complex of "government buildings" and partially seized them on the afternoon of 15 November, protesting against the approval of an "investment agreement" with Russia.

    Source: European Pravda citing Ekho Kavkaza (Echo of the Caucasus), a Radio Liberty project

    Details: The security forces allegedly did not resist the entry of protesters and leaders of the Abkhazian "opposition" into the territory of the "government complex".

    The protesters tore down part of the fence around the "government" building complex and entered the territory adjacent to the "parliament" building, then the building itself, and the administration of the so-called president, Aslan Bzhania.

    Following this, the protesters set up a coordination council "to find ways out of the political crisis". In particular, they sent representatives to the so-called president of Abkhazia, Aslan Bzhania, demanding his resignation.

    On Friday evening, Bzhania responded with a refusal, saying that he and the leadership were "in place" and would "make every effort to eliminate the consequences of these events".

    Background:

    • A protest against the ratification of the Russian-Abkhazian "investment agreement" was held in Sukhumi earlier. There were fights with the local police.
    • Amid the protest, Abkhazia's "parliament" cancelled the session that was to vote on the ratification of the investment agreement with Moscow, and the "president's" administration promised to withdraw it.

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  • Russian refineries cut production due to unprofitability, some face closure – Reuters

    Russian refineries cut production due to unprofitability, some face closure – Reuters

    Russian refineries cut production due to unprofitability, some face closure - Reuters

    Three Russian refineries cut back or stop production due to significant financial losses. The losses are caused by export restrictions, high raw material prices and lending rates.

    At least three Russian oil refineries have been forced to stop processing or cut production due to significant losses amid export restrictions, rising raw material costs and high borrowing costs. This was reported by Reuters, according to UNN.

    Details

    According to the publication, the large losses were caused by export restrictions, rising raw material prices, and high interest rates on loans. In particular, the Tuapse, Ilyich and Novoshakhtyn plants have stopped or reduced their production capacity.

    Russia's oil refining industry is currently facing serious challenges, including Ukrainian drone attacks, Western sanctions that force it to sell products at a discount, and rising raw material costs. This crisis is reducing fuel exports, cutting company revenues, and lowering state budget revenues.

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    The situation was also affected by a 60% drop in global diesel prices and the Central Bank of Russia's key rate hike to 21%. This creates additional difficulties for independent refineries that do not have the support of large corporations.

    It is noted that at less modernized refineries, losses can reach 10 thousand rubles ($102) per ton, while more powerful plants operate with low profitability. The Tuapse refinery, one of the largest in Russia, also suspended operations due to weak financial performance.

    Experts predict that some refineries may shut down early next year if the situation does not change. Smaller independent refineries have appealed to the government for support, asking for additional subsidies, but have not yet received a response.

    The Russian Ministry of Energy and the management of the largest oil refiners refuse to comment.

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  • Ukraine’s foreign budget support surpasses $100 billion since start of full-scale war

    Ukraine’s foreign budget support surpasses $100 billion since start of full-scale war

    Ukraine's foreign budget support surpasses $100 billion since start of full-scale war

    Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, Ukraine has received over $100 billion in foreign-backed external financing to support Ukraine's state budget, the country's finance ministry announced on Nov. 15.

    In addition to military aid to support Ukrainian military efforts along its eastern border, Western countries and institutions have helped to finance Ukraine's state budget amid increased budgetary pressures on the embattled nation.

    Ukraine's external financing is primarily received through various cooperation programs including International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Extended Fund Facility program, the European Union's Ukraine Facility program, the World Bank, as well as directly from individual countries.

    European Union nations rank first in providing external budget support with a combined $40.5 billion, the finance ministry announced. EU member states are followed by the United States with $28.2 billion in support, the International Monetary Fund at $11.4 billion, Japan at $6.3 billion, and Canada with $5.4 billion in budget support — all of which amounting to more than 90% of Ukraine's external financing.

    "While the military campaign is financed by domestic resources, Ukraine counts on the support of international partners to finance social and humanitarian needs. No country can face challenges of this scale alone," Ukraine's finance ministry said a statement.

    Of the total external budget support, about 33% of the aid — or $33.7 billion — has come in the form of non-repayable grants, with the United States providing the plurality of the grant funding.

    Combining external funding with military assistance for Ukraine, the United States leads in its support allocating $175 billion to assist Ukraine — although that number includes an number government funding projects associated with the war including domestic weapons production. In April 2024, the U.S. approved its largest foreign aid bill providing $61 billion for Ukraine.

    Ukraine expects to receive a total of $40.8 billion in external financing in 2024, having received $27.2 billion as of Nov. 14. The total for 2024 is in line with a record high in external financing provided in 2023 at $42.5 billion.

    Ukraine's Deputy Finance Minister Olha Zykova said in August that the country would need to increase its external budget support by $12-15 billion for it to meet its domestic needs.

    Earlier this year, Group of Seven (G7) nations finalized a framework agreement for a $50 billion loan for Ukraine backed by frozen Russian assets revenue.

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  • Japanese Foreign Minister arrives in Kyiv for an unannounced visit

    Japanese Foreign Minister arrives in Kyiv for an unannounced visit

    Japanese Foreign Minister arrives in Kyiv for an unannounced visit

    Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwai made a surprise visit to Kyiv for talks with Ukrainian officials. The visit takes place against the backdrop of Trump's victory in the US election and North Korean troops' participation in the war.

    On Saturday, November 16, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwai paid an unannounced visit to Ukraine. This was reported by Kyodo News, according to UNN.

    Details

    It is noted that Iwai arrived in Ukraine for talks with officials, apparently to demonstrate Tokyo's commitment to Kyiv in its fight against Russian military aggression, which now involves North Korean troops.

    Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwai will hold talks with Ukrainian officials in Kyiv, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports. According to a ministry spokesperson, after arriving in Ukraine by train from Poland, on Saturday, Ivaya will meet with his Ukrainian counterpart, Andriy Sybig, and later that day, he may hold talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

    The visit comes as Donald Trump returns to the White House after winning the U.S. presidential election on November 5.

    Addendum

    Japan, along with the United States and other G7 members, has been supporting Ukraine since the beginning of Russia's invasion in February 2022 by imposing economic sanctions against Russia, including asset freezes and export bans.

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