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Anton Gerashchenko is an official advisor and a former deputy minister at the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, ex-member of the Ukrainian parliament. Cooperation - @Tatiana_Pravda
Atlas oil depot is burning in Rostov region of Russia after a drone attack, Russian media report.
At least two fuel tanks are on fire, according to reports.
Reportedly, this is the moment of the drone attack on the oil refinery in Rostov region and the resulting pillar of fire.
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Half an hour ago, a Russian drone damaged the district children's polyclinic.
The attack continues. #1391 air-raid alert in Kyiv since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Happy Thanksgiving to my US friends! 🇺🇸 🇺🇦
I'm very grateful to all our friends, everyone who helps us so generously.
Thank you!
It is reported that Syrian opposition has entered Aleppo and is taking down propaganda portraits of Asad and Putin.
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Still reading Dostoevsky?
How about these Russian headlines instead?
“In Volgograd, a veteran previously convicted of robbery murdered another murderer veteran.”
"In St. Petersburg, an Orthodox blogger and participant of the war in Ukraine Claud Rommel was arrested in connection to the rape of an 11-year-old gir.l"
Dugin is a simulacrum of spirituality and intellectualism in modern Russia—a hollow facade masking the absence of true cultural vitality.
A thriving cultural sphere is marked by a multitude of voices: hundreds of thinkers, publishers, and educational institutions engaging in intense intellectual debates. But in Russia today, there are no great minds left to shape new ideas or envision a renewed civilization.
The individuals who once represented Russia's spiritual and cultural life have either been exiled or have left voluntarily. Putin and Dugin do not stand on the shoulders of giants; they lack peers willing to nurture or expand upon their twisted ideology. There are no creators of ideas—only the tools of oppression: blood money, power, and war.
Yet many in the West continue to view Russia through the lens of its late 19th- and early 20th-century cultural achievements, mistakenly believing it remains a source of inspiration. Others cling to the notion that Russia represents a unique cultural project with a visionary path forward.
But Russia has no special path, no grand project. What it possesses is an empire rooted in colonialism and a modern form of fascism—what we now call "ruscism." It is banal evil, driven by a crude, animalistic desire for territorial expansion and the destruction of other life forms.
This is not philosophy, nor culture, nor an idea worth reverence. It is a primitive, stagnant dead-end.
Russia today is a closed, suffocating, militarized totalitarian state.
There is no greatness, no spiritual leadership to admire—only a desperate, cornered old rat clutching a nuclear briefcase in a vast but impoverished land, populated by brainwashed citizens.
I wasn't sure about Putin's hands.
But these legs and feet are definitely his. And the heels, too. That's clear.
Putin threatens with strikes on "Ukrainian decision making centers."
He jokes about it.
‼️Almost 1 million Ukrainians left without electricity after this morning’s attack on energy infrastructure by Russia
▪️In Lviv region, 515 000 households do not have electricity, emergency schedules are in place.
▪️Another 250 000 users across 681 communities in Rivne region are experiencing blackouts as well. Some places also do not have water due to the attack. Emergency maintenance is in process to restore access.
▪️Several targets were hit in Volyn region. Electricity cut off from 215 000 users, electrified public transportation is partially stopped. Schools are in distance learning mode.
▪️Similar situation in Mykolaiv and Ivano-Frankivsk. Educational institutions are closed, trolleybuses and trams are on limited schedules, due to hits on critical infrastructure.
📸: State Emergency Service of Ukraine
Putin continued missile and nuclear threats at the CSTO meeting in Astana:
◾️Russia produces 10 times more missiles than all NATO countries put together and will increase production by a quarter.
◾️New missile systems can appear in Russia as well.
◾️Russian Iskander is an analog of all three modifications of the ATACMS but its range is larger.
◾️Russia's hypersonic systems have no analogies in the world.
◾️Russia's military are currently choosing targets to hit with Oreshnik on Ukrainian territory.
◾️In the event of a massive use of the Oreshnik, the force of the strike will be comparable to a nuclear weapon.
◾️Russia started serial production of Oreshnik.
A great response to the current “World War III” discourse in the West by Timothy Snyder. Link to full text below.
Ukraine’s resistance against Russia makes a third world war less likely. Blaming Ukrainians for the invasion or hindering their efforts reflects “self-destructive panic” that only brings us closer to catastrophe.
A sober analysis shows that Ukraine is keeping the world safe from three familiar WWIII scenarios:
▪️Great power conflict in Europe. Ukrainians have contained the war to their own country, at staggering costs. Without ongoing support from allies, Ukraine could lose, allowing the war to spread into Europe.
▪️Outbreak of conflict in the Pacific. Ukraine’s resistance deters Chinese aggression in Taiwan. A strong Western coalition supporting Ukraine signals to China that risky offensives would fail, reducing the chance of escalation in Asia.
▪️Nuclear proliferation. Ukraine’s continued resistance to one of the world’s nuclear powers prevents a global rush for nuclear weapons. If Ukraine were to fall, non-nuclear countries would seek nuclear arms for self-defense, making the world far more volatile.
Hysteria and panic—manifested as “worship of the Big Strong Man” offering easy solutions—undermine these efforts.
▪️Putin exploits fear of nuclear war, but his threats have been empty for years. The Russian elite keep their families in Western capitals, showing they don’t take his rhetoric seriously. Yet giving in to Putin empowers him and increases the risk of WWIII.
▪️Trump does not have the power to stop Russia invading, or Ukraine resisting. He can weaken Ukraine, though, and make their defeat – and WWIII – more likely.
Ukrainian courage has made the world safer, but it is fragile. Western support is critical, and abandoning Ukraine out of fear or hysteria would risk a global war—the very outcome we all want to avoid.
Source: https://snyder.substack.com/p/a-third-world-war
Putin visited Kazakhstan for the second time this year.
He was greeted with a huge Ukrainian flag on a large screen on a building. Russian media said it was a hacker attack.
Donald Trump nominated Keith Kellogg as Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia.
General Kellog was a National Security Advisor during Donald Trump’s first term in office.
It is reported that he is one of the authors of the plan to stop Russia's war against Ukraine that was presented to Trump in June.
Reportedly, the plan suggested that Ukraine could receive more weapons from the US, but only if it entered into peace talks with Russia. Moscow would be warned that refusing to negotiate would lead to increased US support for Ukraine.
The plan also suggested a ceasefire based on existing contact lines. One incentive for Russia to participate in the negotiations, the authors said, was a possible US promise to postpone Ukraine's membership in NATO for a long period.
Attention, Germany!
Russian propagandists are threatening Germans with the destruction of their homes.
"The whole refinery is on fire, look!" - Russian Telegram channels report that the fire at the oil refinery is spreading.
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Russian Telegram channels report a drone attack on an oil refinery in Kamensk-Shakhtinsky, Russia's Rostov region.
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"I think why this is important geostrategically... It changes Europe for a generation to come. People need to realize, Ukraine is the second largest country in Europe. I saw that just driving it. They're very committed to freedom and democracy.... It's a very committed nation" - Keith Kellogg in a 2023 interview.
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Mass rallies are taking place in Georgia after the authorities rejected European integration. Protesters gathered in front of the parliament building in Tbilisi.
Earlier, the country's Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced the refusal to negotiate accession to the EU until 2028.
Russia's top priest Kirill commented that Christians shouldn't fear nuclear weapons as they mustn't be afraid of the end of the world.
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Finland will establish a drone manufacturing facility in partnership with Ukraine
Thank you, Finland! 🇫🇮🇺🇦
Finnish company Summa Defense Ltd will produce drones used in the war in Ukraine. Mass production is set to begin in the first half of 2025.
The joint venture includes Ukrainian drone manufacturers Kort, Elf Systems, Skyassist, and MPS Development. The facility will produce not only aerial drones but also ground and maritime drones.
Source: https://news.cision.com/summa-defence-oy/r/summa-defence-to-establish-a-drone-production-facility-in-finland-with-ukrainian-partners,c4072435
Ukrainian Defense Intelligence destroyed a Russian 48Ya6-K1 Podlet radar complex in occupied Crimea.
It was used by Russians to detect air targets at low and extremely low altitudes in a complex jamming environment. "Podlet" provides target designations for the S-300 and S-400 air defense systems.
Its cost is about $5 million.
Glory!
Russia threatens Japan with nukes in response to increased military cooperation with the United States.
The United States is drawing up a joint military plan with Japan to deploy High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and other weapons to Japan’s Nansei islands, according to a report by Kyodo News. The plan is expected to be completed by December.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that Moscow's reaction to the possible deployment of US medium-range missiles in Japan is reflected in the updated doctrine on nuclear deterrence.
"Russia has repeatedly warned Tokyo that the appearance of US medium-range missiles in Japan Russia will regard as a real threat to its security and take the necessary adequate steps to strengthen its defense capabilities. Tokyo can get a clear idea of what plan these actions will be about by familiarizing itself with the updated provisions of the fundamentals of Russian policy in the field of nuclear deterrence," Zakharova said.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov emphasized that in response to the deployment of short- and medium-range missiles by the United States, Russia will consider deploying similar missiles in Asia.
"We have sent a clear signal to the United States and its satellites that Russia will respond decisively and symmetrically to the deployment of land-based missiles in different parts of the world. The West should not have any doubts about Russia's potential," Zakharova added.
Source: https://t.co/7VdUifuBq5
The unexpected offensive by Syrian rebels against the forces of Assad's government, backed by Russia, has become yet another element of global pressure on Moscow.
Behind the rebels stands Turkey—a clear signal that Ankara has aligned itself against Russia in the broader global confrontation. If Putin does not stop now, the situation for Russia will only deteriorate further.
◾️On November 27, Syrian rebels launched a major offensive against Assad’s forces in Aleppo province. This marks the first significant confrontation in years. The rebels captured 13 settlements, including two towns and a government military base, advancing close to the city of Aleppo itself.
◾️The offensive threatens Aleppo’s capture, which would weaken Russia’s position in Syria while strengthening Turkey, a supporter of the rebels.
Context
◾️On November 24, Putin and Erdoğan held a phone conversation. Officially, the discussion centered on "enhancing trade cooperation." In reality, Putin likely appealed to Erdoğan to influence the Syrian opposition's plans to attack Aleppo. The response is evident.
‼️The Aleppo offensive should be analyzed within the broader context of pressure on Russia:
🔹 U.S. authorization of strikes deep into Russian territory using American weapons.
🔹 Increased sanctions on the Russian economy, resulting in a collapse of the ruble against the euro and the dollar.
It is highly likely that these are not the last "surprises" Moscow will face as it is systematically pressured into negotiations. In response, Putin and his circle are escalating nuclear threats.
Conclusions and possible developments:
1. The Syrian opposition’s offensive, which Putin failed to prevent, demonstrates Russia's inability to address problems across all theaters of military and hybrid confrontation with the West.
2. Erdoğan’s stance (ignoring Putin's appeals) signals Turkey’s alignment with nations pressuring Moscow to end the war.
3. Russia’s military vulnerability is underscored by Ukraine’s advances in the Kursk region and U.S.-supplied weapon strikes, which have become a significant problem for the Russian army.
4. The ruble’s instability reflects Russia’s economic fragility.
5. The world is actively preparing for negotiations, aiming to force Putin into talks. At the same time, he is approaching them from a steadily weakening position.
6. Putin’s sole remaining argument is the threat of nuclear strikes, now ramped up to a new level. Yet, global sensitivity to these threats has diminished.
7. Asymmetric "blows" against Russia are likely to continue. The Kremlin cannot predict where the next strike will occur or how effective it will be.
8. The West (and others) are now employing Russia’s own tactics of carefully crossing "red lines." Strikes against the ruble and the offensive on Aleppo weaken Russia without providing justification for nuclear retaliation.
9. These "small cuts" are not the peak of pressure. Trump, who seems poised to make "an offer that cannot be refused," has yet to enter the game.
10. Putin will face a choice: a bad peace or a war "to the last Russian"—not just in Ukraine, but also in Syria, the Caucasus, Africa, and new, as-yet-unforeseen fronts, including the economic battlefield.
Putin at the CSTO summit in Astana, Kazakhstan.
He doesn't look like a confident leader, certain of himself. In fact, he looks anxious, especially his hands.
Yet another massive Russian attack on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure.
Russia used several types of cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, aviation cruisse missiles, attack drones for the attack on Ukraine.
◾️In Rivne region, over 280,000 people are without electricity. Water outages, as well.
◾️In Mykolaiv, trams and trolleybuses are not working today. There are electricity outages.
◾️In Lutsk, a part of the city is without electricity. Public transport that runs on electricity is not working today.
◾️In Kharkiv, a civilian enterprise was attacked.
◾️In Sumy region, infrastructure objects destroyed, a school, hospital, homes damaged.
◾️In Lviv region, energy infrastructure objects were attacked.
◾️In Odesa, private homes damaged.
◾️In Vinnytsia, private homes and vehicles damaged. A woman injured.
Friends,
I see from the comments and the general atmosphere how exhausted and anxious many of us are. Some to a greater extent, some to the lesser.
Let's share words of support with each other, or perhaps a photo or something that made you smile recently.
From my side - I will keep banning bots and and trolls ruthlessly so they don't interfere with normal people having conversations. And I will read your comments with a smile and gratitude.
❗️Cyprus has revoked the citizenship of 86 people, 77 of them Russians.
The names include Russian billionaire Oleg Deripaska, former top manager of Lukoil Ali Beglov, Alfa Group shareholder Alexey Kuzmichev, founder and the main shareholder of Safmar Group Mikhail Gutseriev, former mayor of Chelyabinsk and governor of the Chelyabinsk region Mikhail Yurevich, former chairman of the board of directors of Sheremetyevo Airport Alexander Ponomarenko, owner of Rusagro Vadim Moshkovich; co-owner of the Fix Price chain of discount stores Sergey Lomakin, ex-FSB investigator Sergey Kovbasyuk, as well as numerous wives of State Duma deputies, former top managers of Probusinessbank and the Life Financial Group - Alexander Zheleznyak, Yaroslav Alekseev, Alexander Lomov and co-founder of Tochka Bank Eduard Panteleev.
Source: https://politis.com.cy/politis-news/cyprus/867644/idoy-ta-chrysa-diavatiria-poy-anaklithikan-o-p-exasfalise-kai-dimosievei-ton-onomastiko-katalogo
Olena Nahorna, a volunteer from the Dnipropetrovsk region, is restoring abandoned houses for Ukrainian Def. Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, she has restored more than 30 houses in one of the villages.
Olena says that she will keep doing it in memory of her late husband.
"I can't join the army for health reasons. I do the best I can. I do what I can do," Olena says.
📹: Suspilne Dnipro