As Russia's war on Ukraine enters its 1,379th day, the conflict remains a pressing global issue. Here are some key developments from December 3:
Russian forces have taken control of the village of Chervone in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhia region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defence.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces have struck several targets across Russia, including two oil depots in the Tambov and Oryol regions. The attacks sparked fires at these sites, which are crucial for Russia's energy supplies to Hungary and Slovakia.
In peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump said that the path ahead is unclear and that his team had "reasonably good" discussions with Putin. However, no breakthrough was reached, and Trump emphasized that Washington already has a solid plan in place with Ukraine.
The Ukrainian presidency confirmed that dialogue with Trump's envoys will continue, but only if it serves Ukraine's interests. The talks come as the war rages on, and both sides are seeking to secure concessions from each other.
At the United Nations General Assembly, 91 countries, including the US, backed a resolution demanding Russia ensure the safe return of Ukrainian children forcibly transferred or deported since Moscow launched its war in 2022. However, Russia and several other countries opposed the resolution, while others abstained.
In Ukraine, parliament approved a 2026 budget that allocates nearly a third of the country's GDP to defense, amid concerns over a growing corruption scandal. The move aims to demonstrate Ukraine's resilience and provide stability during this critical period in the war.
The European Union has proposed using frozen Russian assets or international borrowing to raise €90 billion ($105 billion) for Ukraine's needs over two years. However, several EU member states have raised legal concerns about this proposal.
NATO member states have committed nearly $4 billion worth of weapons to Ukraine, while Australia and New Zealand are also contributing to the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List initiative.
In a significant move, Germany has deployed the Arrow air defense system to counter Russian intermediate-range ballistic missiles. This deployment aims to enhance European defenses against potential missile threats.
As attacks on Russia-linked tankers in the Black Sea continue, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan described these strikes as "very scary" and emphasized their impact on regional safety and commerce. Ukraine has also claimed responsibility for some of these attacks, which threaten navigational safety and commerce in the region.
The situation remains volatile, with both sides engaged in a war of words and military actions that have far-reaching consequences for global security.
Russian forces have taken control of the village of Chervone in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhia region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defence.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces have struck several targets across Russia, including two oil depots in the Tambov and Oryol regions. The attacks sparked fires at these sites, which are crucial for Russia's energy supplies to Hungary and Slovakia.
In peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump said that the path ahead is unclear and that his team had "reasonably good" discussions with Putin. However, no breakthrough was reached, and Trump emphasized that Washington already has a solid plan in place with Ukraine.
The Ukrainian presidency confirmed that dialogue with Trump's envoys will continue, but only if it serves Ukraine's interests. The talks come as the war rages on, and both sides are seeking to secure concessions from each other.
At the United Nations General Assembly, 91 countries, including the US, backed a resolution demanding Russia ensure the safe return of Ukrainian children forcibly transferred or deported since Moscow launched its war in 2022. However, Russia and several other countries opposed the resolution, while others abstained.
In Ukraine, parliament approved a 2026 budget that allocates nearly a third of the country's GDP to defense, amid concerns over a growing corruption scandal. The move aims to demonstrate Ukraine's resilience and provide stability during this critical period in the war.
The European Union has proposed using frozen Russian assets or international borrowing to raise €90 billion ($105 billion) for Ukraine's needs over two years. However, several EU member states have raised legal concerns about this proposal.
NATO member states have committed nearly $4 billion worth of weapons to Ukraine, while Australia and New Zealand are also contributing to the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List initiative.
In a significant move, Germany has deployed the Arrow air defense system to counter Russian intermediate-range ballistic missiles. This deployment aims to enhance European defenses against potential missile threats.
As attacks on Russia-linked tankers in the Black Sea continue, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan described these strikes as "very scary" and emphasized their impact on regional safety and commerce. Ukraine has also claimed responsibility for some of these attacks, which threaten navigational safety and commerce in the region.
The situation remains volatile, with both sides engaged in a war of words and military actions that have far-reaching consequences for global security.
I just don't get why it's still going on after so long... like 1,379 days already! 
Russia taking control of some village in Ukraine is one thing, but what's the point of all these military actions and attacks? 
It feels like they're just trying to cause more problems than solve them. And what about all those people caught up in the middle - innocent children who've been deported or forced to leave their homes? 
We should be helping them, not getting stuck on some geopolitical chess game. 
The EU's plan to raise funds for Ukraine sounds good, but it's too little, too late if we don't actually do something to stop the fighting. And what about Germany deploying its air defense system - is that really going to make a difference? 
I just wish world leaders could talk it out and find some common ground already! 
I mean, 1,379 days into this conflict is just crazy 
. But you know what? These attacks on Russian targets could be a game-changer 
! Ukraine's getting some serious firepower from NATO and other allies, and it's like they're saying "hey, we got your back" 
. And let's not forget about the €90 billion EU proposal 
– that's some serious cash to help Ukraine rebuild. Of course, there are still concerns about corruption and all that, but I think Ukraine's showing some real resilience 
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. Germany deploying an air defense system is like a major win for European security 
. And the fact that NATO is committing billions of dollars to Ukraine is just awesome 
. We're seeing some real progress here, even if it's slow 
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, and when it does, we'll look back on these past few years and say "wow, that was tough" 
. But for now, let's focus on the good stuff 
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and trump think he can just swoop in and fix everything w/ his "plan"? 
sounds like a recipe for disaster to me. and meanwhile, whats with all these countries talkin bout "concessions" & "security" its all so... complicated 
like, what's takeing so long for NATO 2 step up their game? We got 1,379 days of this war going on & its still ongoing Russia's just keepin it steady with the tanks & bombs Ukraine's all like "we got this" but can't fight back that well 
but what about all the lives lost?
Ukraine's 2026 budget allocation to defense is a positive step forward 
️, but it also highlights the ongoing corruption issue in the country 
. What worries me more is that despite international efforts, Russia's energy supplies are still being disrupted by Ukrainian attacks 
. We need to find ways to reduce tensions and increase support for Ukraine without escalating the situation further 
. The fact that 91 countries supported the UN resolution on safe return of Ukrainian children is a huge step forward 
, but it's heartbreaking to think about how many kids are still in harm's way 
. It's time for us all to come together and support Ukraine in any way we can 
. And Germany deploying the Arrow air defense system? That's just plain cool 
. I mean, it's not all sunshine and rainbows out there, but I think we're seeing some positive developments amidst all this chaos 
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. i think we need more transparency about the financial aid being sent to ukraine, like €90 billion is a lot of money 
. how do you think we can get out of this situation peacefully?
. I guess we'll just have to keep watching the situation and hoping that someone can broker some sort of deal soon 
. its not like there's gonna be a winner here 
It's not just about Ukraine or Russia; it's about the whole world getting affected... what if someone decides to use this conflict as a distraction from their own problems? 
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. someone needs to bring some sanity to the table 
Is it even possible to keep track of who's winning or losing anymore? 
It feels like everyone's just trying to outsmart each other. 
but noooo, people gotta fight and die over it 
anywayz im just hopin for peace lol