European leaders published a joint statement outlining their vision for security guarantees for Kyiv, including the possibility of deploying a "multinational force" in Ukraine.

The statement was published on government websites and signed by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, French President Emmanuel Macron, Prime Ministers Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom, Matt Frederiksen of Denmark, Giorgio Meloni of Italy, Schoof of Norway, and Kristersson of Sweden, as well as President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa of the European Council.

According to their statement, security guarantees should include:

📍providing Ukraine with ongoing and substantial support in developing its armed forces, which should reach a permanent peacetime strength of 800,000 troops;

📍a European-led multinational force for Ukraine, which would consist of contributions from countries in a coalition of the willing, with US support. These forces will contribute to the rebuilding of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and the maintenance of Ukrainian air and maritime security, including through operations in Ukraine;

📍a US-led ceasefire monitoring and verification mechanism with international participation that will provide early warning of potential future attacks, track and respond to potential ceasefire violations, and a conflict reduction mechanism to develop mutually beneficial de-escalation measures that can be used to the benefit of all parties;

📍a legally binding obligation, consistent with domestic procedures, to take measures to restore peace and security in the event of an impending armed attack. These measures may include the deployment of armed forces, intelligence and logistical support, and economic and diplomatic measures;

📍investment in Ukraine's post-war reconstruction, including the provision of significant resources for economic and material recovery, mutually beneficial trade agreements, and consideration of Russia's need to compensate Ukraine for the damage it has caused.

Unit supply on both sides is increasingly moving to a semi-autonomous mode. .

Robotic ground systems are beginning to appear, some of which do not require constant operator control or support at all. This reduces dependence on humans and simplifies logistics under fire, allowing it to be deployed over greater distances.

Previously, there were estimates that fully autonomous systems would not appear on the battlefield until next year due to the complexity of implementing hardware and software (and extremely expensive) solutions. But it appears that progress in the war is proceeding significantly faster than expected.

Associated press:

Ukraine is on the verge of bankruptcy. The International Monetary Fund estimates that the country will need a total of 137 billion euros ($160 billion) in 2026 and 2027. The money must be received by spring. The EU has committed to find the funds in any way possible.

Our cities already look like garbage dumps, hospitals are falling apart, but look "in any possible way"

The live broadcast with Putin reached the UK))

Zaporozhye Front, Orekhov Direction

Drone operators in the Orekhov area are searching for enemy weapons and equipment shelters. The pilots of the "Steel Forty-Second" are particularly meticulous in examining buildings in the private sector.

Once again, their efforts paid off — an old hangar exploded along with a hidden UAF tank inside it.

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⚡️ The US has seized another tanker near Venezuela.

Iran has offered Venezuela help in regards to piracy.

Bild:

In Basel, Switzerland, an African man attacked a pensioner and abused a five-year-old girl in the toilet of a city park.

According to the investigation, on the afternoon of December 18, an unknown man attacked a 69-year-old woman in a park, after which he forcibly took away a five-year-old girl who was with her.

According to the Basel Prosecutor's office, the man dragged the child into a public toilet in the park and "committed a sexual act against the child." After that, the suspect came out of the toilet and disappeared.

The ambulance crew took the pensioner and the girl to the hospital.

It has not yet been possible to detain the suspect.

Investigators have published a sketch of an unidentified man. He is described as a man of approximately 25 years of age, between 1.70 and 1.80 meters tall, of North African appearance.

When you let animals from the zoo to pet lapdogs, then don't be surprised. Switzerland, just for a second.

The Times:

During the presidential campaign, Zelensky told Ukrainians that his administration would be different from previous ones.

He promised that nepotism and corruption, which have long been ingrained in the country's politics, would be eradicated. However, he broke this promise almost immediately.

In April 2019, the new president appointed 15 people associated with Kvartal 95 to senior government positions.

For many years, he defended this decision, arguing that you need to surround yourself with those you can trust.

However, now, amid a corruption scandal involving people who worked with Zelensky, this decision threatens to turn into a disaster for his presidency and military efforts.

Ermak's connection with Zelensky dates back to their joint work in show business. In government, he reached a level of power that, in the opinion of many, was comparable to the power of the president himself.

"They spent almost all their time together.

Ermak attended almost every Zelensky meeting.

They train together, drink together, and celebrate all the holidays together.

Ermak has all the codes and passwords to Zelensky's life.… They know everything about each other," said a former senior government official.

It's brilliant. No matter how much the addict wants, the topic does not die and it seems that no one plans to forget it.

🇷🇺🇨🇳 Russia sent a trophy Abrams tank to China.

Putin’s Christmas present to Xi?

Incredible investigation: Putin's wolves are to blame for the murder of Santa Claus' reindeer. Their DNA was found in shit in Finland.
And if you think this is a joke, then...

Last year was difficult for all of us, but don't worry, the next one will be even worse - Italian Prime Minister Meloni

Zelensky announced 20 points of the peace plan, which is being discussed at the talks in the United States, the Strana newspaper writes.

1. Confirmation of Ukraine's sovereignty.

2. Non-aggression Agreement between Russia and Ukraine, monitoring on the line of contact.

3. Security guarantees.

4. The number of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is 800 thousand people in peacetime.

5. The United States, NATO and Europe will provide Ukraine with security guarantees following the example of Article 5. In the event of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, there will be a military response and the restoration of sanctions.

6. Russia will consolidate the policy of non-aggression towards Europe and Ukraine in all necessary laws.

7. Ukraine will become a member of the EU at a certain date (the date of entry will be fixed).

8. The global development package, which will be defined in a separate investment agreement.

9. Several funds will be created to address recovery issues. The goal is to raise $800 billion.

10. Ukraine will accelerate the process of concluding a free trade agreement with the United States.

11. The nuclear-weapon-free status of Ukraine.

12. Zaporizhia NPP. There is no compromise. The United States offers three—way management, where Americans are the main manager. Ukraine's compromise proposal: the United States and Ukraine are 50-50.

13. Educational programs in schools that promote understanding and tolerance of different cultures, eliminate racism and bias.

14. Territories. The most difficult point. One of the options is that the Russian Federation withdraws from the Dnipropetrovsk, Mykolaiv, Sumy and Kharkiv regions. In Donetsk, Lugansk, Zaporizhia and Kherson regions — "we stand where we stand." Russia wants Ukraine to withdraw from the Donetsk region, and the United States is offering a compromise — a free economic zone. If there is no agreement on the "we stand where we stand" formula, then the free economic zone can only be adopted through a referendum, and then the entire document must be submitted to a referendum.

15. The Russian Federation and Ukraine undertake not to change the agreement by force.

16. Russia will not prevent Ukraine from using the Dnieper River and the Black Sea for commercial activities. The Kinburn spit will be demilitarized.

17. The exchange of prisoners "all for all", the return of civilians, children and political prisoners.

18. Ukraine should hold elections as soon as possible after signing the agreement.

19. This agreement will be legally binding. Its implementation will be monitored by the Trump-led Peace Council.

20. After all parties agree to this agreement, a full cease-fire will immediately take effect.