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**Shocking Turn of Events: Military Rule Declared in South Korea!** In a stunning move, a leader has declared martial law, citing threats to democracy. As protests erupt and political te...

Strong democratic institutions serve as the best safeguard against tyranny. The arbitrary actions of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, who declared a state of emergency without any external threat and plunged the nation into chaos to maintain his position, vividly illustrate the advantages of democracy over the capriciousness of dictatorship.

Stole a pack of coffee and got sentenced to six years in prison. Is this really what justice looks like?

A three-year prison sentence for stealing coffee worth 300 UAH is the ruling from the Sykhiv District Court in Lviv for Vitaliy. The man had previously stolen small items from stores multiple times, usually facing fines. However, this time he has been charged with robbery during a state of martial law.

"National Cashback" and "Thousand from Zelensky": Will government agencies gain access to your bank accounts and personal information?

Following the launch of government support programs for the population, namely "National Cashback" and "Winter eSupport," more commonly referred to as "Thousand from Zelensky," users of these initiatives began to express concerns about the safety of their personal data.

"Trump won't turn away from Ukraine." An interview with U.S. General Ben Hodges.

Russia's offensive in eastern Ukraine is gaining momentum, while the Ukrainian army continues to retreat. Will the Russians be able to break through the front lines in 2025? Why is the Kursk operation considered a success story? Will Putin resort to using nuclear weapons, and what are the reasons behind Trump's ongoing support for Ukraine?

Russia is training its drone operators by conducting attacks on civilians in Kherson.

Since the summer, the Russian Federation has significantly intensified its shelling of the civilian population in Kherson. Russian forces have turned the city into a training ground.

NATO Secretary General states that Russia is transferring nuclear technologies to North Korea in exchange for military support.

The Russian Federation is transferring missile and nuclear programs to North Korea. In return, Russia is receiving soldiers from the DPRK.

A person jumped in front of a train in Kyiv, causing delays for the Kyiv City Express service.

On December 5th, an incident occurred in Kyiv when a person jumped in front of a commuter train. Currently, there are delays in the operation of electric transport.

Apartment musings: Why housing prices are rising in Ukraine and what they might look like in 2025.

The war has dramatically reshaped the real estate market. Safety concerns are driving up housing prices in regions where shelling is sporadic and air defense systems are effective. Conversely, in frontline cities and towns, the trend is quite the opposite.

In "Azov," footage shows tanks destroying Russian positions in the Toretsk direction.

Ukrainian forces continue to repel attacks from the occupiers in the Toretsk direction, where several positions of the Russian army have been destroyed.

Fatal car accident in Dnipro: police revealed case details and will increase oversight of the investigation.

On Sunday, December 1st, a fatal car accident involving a BMW occurred in Dnipro. A 10-year-old girl lost her life in the incident, and there are several injuries reported.

Syria is engulfed in conflict once again. What prompted the rebels to launch a new offensive against Assad?

After several years of relative quiet, Syria has once again made headlines in global media. This renewed attention is due to the rapid advance of rebel groups fighting against the forces of President Bashar al-Assad.

"Lower yourselves!" Azov commander Lemko discusses collaboration with generals and challenges on the front lines.

Arsen Dytryk, known by his call sign Lemko, has been with Azov since 2014. He is a defender of Mariupol who survived the terrorist attack in Olenivka. After returning from captivity, he took part in the restoration of two Azov battalions.

A nonexistent legion? Why Georgian volunteers found themselves at the center of a scandal over donations.

For several months now, the controversy surrounding accusations against the "Georgian Legion" has been intensifying on platform X (formerly Twitter). Foreigners are being accused of misusing donations and even committing fraud. Meanwhile, Georgians are vehemently denying these claims, asserting that it is a targeted attack by Russia. Hromadske investigates whether these allegations hold any merit.

Russian forces targeted an energy facility in the Rivne region last night, according to the Regional Military Administration.

Russian invaders launched a drone strike during an air attack on energy facilities in the Rivne region last night, December 3rd.

The occupier revealed the location of air defense and unit headquarters in the Donetsk region to the partisans, according to "ATESH."

A Russian soldier has contacted the partisan movement in the Donetsk region, providing them with the location of enemy air defense units.

How the Kursk operation impacted the situation in the Sumy region: a response from the regional military administration.

Ukrainian forces carried out an offensive operation in the Kursk region. This is why there was an increase in shelling in the border areas of the Sumy region during that time.

"Despite the shelling, they come here for tours." Discover how the museum in Baturyn is thriving after rising from the ashes of Russian attacks.

Baturyn, located in the Chernihiv region, greets visitors with tranquility and bright sunshine. The only lively scene can be found near the citadel of the former Cossack fortress, where children happily jump into a white "Gazelle" van with Sumy license plates, just after finishing their tour.

"Just don't say, 'Look at that poor girl with an amputation' – fighter Ada."

"During my time in training, I had some dealings with my comrades at the headquarters. One of the staff commanders greeted the guys and asked them about their studies, completely ignoring me as if I wasn't even there. Then he turned to me and, without missing a beat, said, 'What are you doing here? Your job is to cook borscht and have children.'"

An operation in the Kursk region has delayed Russia's advance near Zaporizhzhia, according to sources.

The Russian Federation aims to expedite the completion of tasks in the Kursk region. To achieve this, the 76th Air Assault Division has been relocated from the Zaporizhia region.

Zelensky's 1,000 will be available starting December 1. Here's how to take advantage of it.

Starting December 1, every Ukrainian citizen will be eligible to receive 1,000 hryvnias from the government. Authorities assure that the funds for this program will come from partner assistance, which cannot be used for "war-related" expenses.

"I thought I would have to drink my own urine." Reflecting on 68 days in isolation and how the body of a deceased companion aided his survival.

Sasha continued to assist his comrades even after his death—his body, blocking the entrance to the position, absorbed the blasts of grenades dropped by Russian drones.

"Pop music is like alcohol," says Vladimir Dantes, discussing success, appearance, his switch to Ukrainian, and TCK.

What language does Dantes use in his daily life? Does he consider himself attractive? Did he pass the VLK? Additionally, what did high school girls say about him, and how easily did Viktor Yushchenko agree to collaborate with the Badstreet Boys? He discussed all of this with Hromadske host Albert Tsukrenko in the latest episode of "SuchTsukrMusic."

French intelligence suggests that Iran may intensify its nuclear weapons development program in the coming months.

In the coming months, there are risks associated with the proliferation of nuclear weapons in Iran. The United Kingdom and France are already developing strategies to address potential developments related to this issue.

Mission: Stay connected. What will happen to mobile communication and the internet during power outages?

Massive missile strikes from Russia have left many Ukrainians not only without electricity but also without mobile communication and internet access. The issue became so critical that President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed it during the summer. At that time, mobile operators were required to ensure connectivity for at least 10 hours during power outages, with the threat of inspections and fines for non-compliance.

"I was ready to drink my own urine." A reflection on 68 days in isolation and how the body of a deceased companion aided survival.

Sasha continued to support his team even after his death—his body blocked the entrance to the position, taking the brunt of the grenade explosions dropped by Russian drones.

"Exploiting the Carpathians: Business Lessons from OPZZH and Arachamia."

"I am not involved in reputation management," stated David Arahamiya, the head of the "Servant of the People" faction, while explaining to Hromadske journalists his joint visit with current Zakarpattia regional council member Vladislav Kaskiv from the banned Opposition Platform — For Life party to the village of Pilipets in Zakarpattia. The President's Office's plan to develop a new ski resort in the area has not been deterred by the full-scale invasion or the controversial background of the project's key beneficiary.

Will Ukraine get through winter without an energy crisis? Scenarios, forecasts, and dilemmas to consider.

Intense attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure have once again pushed the country into a state of power outages. Initially, Russian forces primarily targeted thermal and hydroelectric power plants, but they have now also learned to strike at nuclear energy facilities. While these attacks do not trigger nuclear disasters, they leave millions of people without electricity.

A Chinese vessel is suspected of deliberately severing communication cables in the Baltic Sea, according to the Wall Street Journal.

The crew of the Chinese bulk carrier Yi Peng is suspected of severing communication cables in the Baltic Sea. They have been held under the custody of European military vessels in international waters for a week.

China has launched a mysterious ship, the purpose of which remains unknown, according to reports.

China has launched an unidentified vessel into the sea. Its design resembles that of an aircraft carrier.

Israel and Hezbollah ceasefire, plus a record number of Russian drones in Ukraine: highlights from the news on November 26.

Israel and Hezbollah may cease hostilities starting November 27. The Russian Federation has launched 188 drones over Ukraine.