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The Georgian State Security Service has denied reports that the Israeli parliamentarians' visit was cancelled due to a terrorist threat.

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Tbilisi, December 11 (Xinhua) — Neither Georgian nor Israeli intelligence agencies have information about planned terrorist attacks in Georgia and, accordingly, have not shared it with anyone, the State Security Service of Georgia announced on Thursday.

The agency issued this statement following media reports that the visit of Israeli MPs to Tbilisi was cancelled, allegedly due to the threat of a terrorist attack.

"We are in contact with Israeli intelligence officials, who expressed surprise at the dissemination of disinformation. It is concerning that some Georgian media outlets are publishing unconfirmed information. We categorically urge everyone to refrain from disseminating unverified and defamatory information about Georgia," the State Security Service noted.

Earlier, Israeli media reported that members of the Israeli Knesset had canceled their visit to Tbilisi, where they were scheduled to participate in events as part of "Israel Week." This information was confirmed to Echo of the Caucasus by Itzik Moshe, President of the Georgian-Israeli Business Chamber and founder of "Israel House." He stated that "Israel Week" in Tbilisi would go ahead, and that Knesset members would likely participate remotely.

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The Chinese people are peace-loving and friendly, but they will not make any concessions on issues of state sovereignty and territorial integrity, according to Chinese Ambassador to Belarus Zhang Wenchuan.

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Minsk, December 11 (Xinhua) — The Chinese people are peace-loving and friendly toward their neighbors, but they will not compromise or make any concessions on matters concerning the fundamental principles of state sovereignty and territorial integrity. This was stated by Chinese Ambassador to Belarus Zhang Wenchuan in an opinion piece published in Belta.

He noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War, and the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War. During the brutal war against fascism and militarism, China and Belarus paid a huge price defending their sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.

"The Chinese people are peace-loving and friendly toward their neighbors, but on issues concerning the fundamental foundations of state sovereignty and territorial integrity, they will not make any compromises or concessions, which is also true for Belarus," Zhang Wenchuan emphasized.

The ambassador noted that China and Belarus are all-round comprehensive strategic partners who consistently support each other on issues affecting mutual interests. The one-China principle is enshrined in the agreement establishing diplomatic relations between China and Belarus and has been repeatedly reaffirmed in joint statements by the two heads of state.

"Belarus consistently adheres to this principle, supports all of China's efforts to uphold national unity, and opposes 'Taiwan independence' in any form, which China highly values," the ambassador noted, adding that the Chinese government and people are ready to work with the entire international community, including Belarus, to jointly protect the post-war international order, peace, and stability throughout the world.

Zhang Wenchuan expressed concern over Japanese leaders' frequent visits to the Yasukuni Shrine, where they honor war criminals from World War II, revise national history textbooks, deny the Nanjing Massacre, and attempt to rehabilitate their militaristic aggression. In recent years, Japan has also significantly adjusted its security policy, annually increasing its defense budget and mulling plans to revise the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles."

"Recently, a Japanese politician stated that mainland China's use of force against Taiwan could pose an 'existential threat' to Japan. This statement grossly violates the one-China principle and constitutes interference in China's internal affairs," the ambassador noted.

He emphasized that a number of internationally binding documents, including the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Declaration, and the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, confirm China's sovereignty over Taiwan. "This is one of the important outcomes of the victory in World War II and the post-war international order. This historical and legal fact is beyond doubt," the diplomat noted.

Zhang Wenchuan emphasized that Taiwan is Chinese Taiwan; it has never been, and never will be, a separate state. The Taiwan issue is at the core of China's core interests; it is a red line and a boundary that must not be crossed.

"No one and no force should underestimate the Chinese people's firm resolve, unwavering will, and enormous capabilities in defending national sovereignty and territorial integrity. The historical momentum toward China's reunification is irresistible, and China will ultimately be reunited," Zhang Wenchuan stated.

The ambassador added that it is necessary to take China's concerns seriously, refrain from provocative actions, and actually fulfill political obligations to China and the international community. –0–

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China expects to work with ASEAN to align development strategies and resist unilateral bullying, says Chinese Foreign Minister

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Beijing, December 11 (Xinhua) — China views the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as its closest cooperation partner and looks forward to continuing to support and trust each other, align development strategies, create areas of cooperation, uphold open regionalism, adhere to genuine multilateralism, and oppose unilateral bullying and Cold War mentality in all its forms, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Thursday during talks with Brunei's Second Foreign Minister Erivan Yusuf.

Wang Yi, also a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, pointed out that China and ASEAN can jointly act as an important force in promoting prosperity and stability in the region.

Recalling that next year will mark the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Brunei, Wang Yi stated that China intends to regard the important consensus of the two heads of state as the fundamental guideline, maintain high-level exchanges with Brunei, strengthen strategic communication, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, enhance interaction at multilateral platforms, and take new steps to build a China-Brunei community with a shared future.

Wang Yi outlined China's principled position on the Taiwan issue in detail, and also explained the serious harm caused by the current Japanese leader's erroneous statements regarding Taiwan.

The Chinese Foreign Minister praised Brunei's strict adherence to the one-China principle over many years and expressed hope and confidence that the Brunei side will fully understand China's position and continue to resolutely support the Chinese people's just cause of safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Wang Yi called on both sides to jointly defend the international order established after World War II, as well as human conscience and justice.

Erivan Yusuf, for his part, emphasized that Brunei recognizes Taiwan as an inalienable part of the People's Republic of China. He assured that Brunei will firmly adhere to the one-China policy and support the great cause of national reunification in China.

The Bruneian diplomat noted that China remains the most important force promoting cohesion and stability in the region.

According to Erivan Yusuf, Brunei hopes to maintain close high-level exchanges with China, strengthen mutual political trust, promote cultural and humanitarian exchanges, and deepen cooperation in areas such as manufacturing, agriculture, and fisheries, in order to achieve greater progress in Brunei-China relations.

Brunei fully supports China in hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting in 2026 and expects China to exercise greater influence and leadership in international and regional affairs, Erivan Yusuf added.

The parties agreed to jointly maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea and accelerate consultations on the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea.

In addition, they expressed a unanimous view that, in the Palestinian-Israeli issue, the international community must strive for a truly comprehensive and lasting ceasefire, implement in practice the principle of “Palestinians governing Palestine,” steadfastly adhere to the general direction of a two-state solution, avoid double standards, and promote long-term peace and stability in the Middle East. –0–

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Dmitry Grigorenko: Life-related situations on "Gosuslugi" help citizens resolve their issues more easily and quickly.

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Over 50 life events have been launched on the government services portal. They help people comprehensively address a variety of issues, from university admissions to retirement. Now, you can prepare for pregnancy and complete your baby's first documents using the "Planning and Birth of a Child" life event. The implementation and development of these life events is part of the federal project "A State for People," overseen by Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko.

"Life-situations services on Gosuslugi help citizens resolve their issues more easily and quickly. Comprehensive services have freed people from the need to gather excessive amounts of documents and navigate the intricacies of government departments. Citizens and businesses already have access to services such as 'Large Families,' 'University Admissions,' 'Retirement,' 'Starting an IT Company,' and many others. And now a new life-situation service—'Planning and Having a Child'—has been launched on the Gosuslugi portal," said Dmitry Grigorenko.

The "Planning and Having a Child" life situation helps you obtain a birth certificate and register your child at your place of residence, as well as receive government support measures available to pregnant women and families with children.

Now, citizens planning to have children and parents of infants can obtain all the necessary information, complete paperwork, and take advantage of government support measures in one convenient digital space.

This situation allows you to complete and submit an application for a child's birth certificate and residence registration in just two clicks. The newborn's SNILS and compulsory medical insurance policy number will be assigned automatically.

A digital navigator on the life situation page helps you learn about available support measures. You can also apply for benefits and subsidies without leaving the government services portal.

Life-situational services represent a new stage in the development of the public service delivery system. One such service combines, on average, approximately 17 related public services and helps users access them comprehensively, in a single-window environment. For example, "House Construction," "Online Fraud Protection," "Tax Deduction," and so on.

The catalog of life situations on the government services portal includes over 50 federal life situations. By the end of 2025, this number will increase to 70.

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Denis Manturov chaired a meeting of the Government Commission on Industry.

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First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov chaired the first meeting of the Government Commission on Industry.

The event was attended by commission members: Anton Alikhanov, Minister of Industry and Trade; Oksana Lut, Minister of Agriculture; Mikhail Murashko, Ministry of Health; Andrey Nikitin, Ministry of Transport; Maxim Reshetnikov, Ministry of Economic Development; Maksut Shadayev, Ministry of Digital Development; and Vladimir Gutenyov, Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Industry and Trade. The commission was created to ensure coordinated efforts among federal ministries to achieve technological leadership.

"The new collegial body will retain some of the functions of the Government Commission on Import Substitution. Overall, it has completed the first wave of localization of the most in-demand industrial products. Since 2015, more than 2,000 significant projects have been implemented. And now, in addition to launching new finished products, companies are mastering the mass production of raw materials, components, and components. They are also focusing on the development and implementation of critical technologies," said Denis Manturov.

In this area, the key areas of work are defined by the federal law "On Technological Policy." One of the commission's priorities is to align technological policy with strategic approaches to industrial development. As the First Deputy Prime Minister emphasized, all industrial projects must incorporate cutting-edge innovations, meet the high demands of consumer sectors, and thereby contribute to achieving technological leadership.

"To consolidate systemic support mechanisms around this comprehensive national development goal, the commission must select priority investment projects. For each project, it must formulate a specific need for engineering products, connect customers with potential contractors. And in certain cases, where we haven't yet developed the necessary expertise, it must coordinate the purchase of foreign-made products," stated Denis Manturov.

Participants discussed the commission's structure, main goals, and objectives. The First Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that, despite the strategic nature of the new platform's issues, it is essential to continue working on current tasks and to focus on identifying risks in the implementation of national technological leadership projects.

"In implementing national technological leadership projects, we will focus primarily on intersectoral and interdepartmental coordination and removing barriers to their implementation. At the same time, we will collaborate with our colleagues to determine the contribution of industries and individual companies to achieving these objectives," noted Anton Alikhanov.

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Marat Khusnullin instructed regions to develop additional measures to ensure a safe heating season.

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The heating season has begun throughout Russia, and its smooth running remains a key priority, Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin announced.

"The comfort of people's daily lives and the stable operation of all services and infrastructure in communities depend on the reliable operation of housing and utilities. This is especially acute during the heating season. Following a regional headquarters meeting, I instructed governors to develop additional measures to ensure a smooth autumn-winter period. Overall, the start of the season has shown positive trends: the number of accidents has decreased by 19.8% compared to the same period last year. But we can't relax. Among other things, the regions need to develop measures to increase the number of emergency response teams and stockpiles for prompt restoration work," said Marat Khusnullin.

He noted that the stable operation of heating systems directly depends on the timely upgrade of public utilities. To this end, the federal project "Modernization of Public Utilities Infrastructure" is being implemented as part of the "Infrastructure for Life" national project.

"Thanks to it, the construction, reconstruction, and major repairs of approximately 300 heat, water, and wastewater facilities have been completed since the beginning of 2025. The quality of public services has improved for nearly 1 million residents of the country. At the same time, of course, many challenges remain in the housing and utilities sector, primarily related to the high level of deterioration of infrastructure. We will continue to consistently address them within the framework of the national project," the Deputy Prime Minister added.

The primary long-term planning tool has become comprehensive plans for the modernization of public utility infrastructure, compiled by regions in the automated information system of the Territorial Development Fund. These comprehensive plans include over 46,000 measures for the construction, reconstruction, and modernization of 18,000 housing and utilities facilities and 141,000 kilometers of networks. Priority is given to facilities with high levels of deterioration and accident rates.

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Dmitry Chernyshenko: The leaders of the two countries have declared 2026 the Russian-Vietnamese Year of Science and Education.

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Dmitry Chernyshenko, Co-Chair of the Intergovernmental Russian-Vietnamese Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation and Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, held a working meeting with Tran Hong Thai, Permanent Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, and welcomed participants of the scientific and educational forum "Russia – Vietnam: 75 Years of Cooperation."

The Deputy Prime Minister congratulated Tran Hong Thai on his appointment and wished him success in his new role. Dmitry Chernyshenko emphasized that by decision of Russian President Vladimir Putin and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam, 2026 has been declared the Russian-Vietnamese Year of Science and Education. Dmitry Chernyshenko thanked Deputy Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Tran Hong Ha for their productive collaboration within the Intergovernmental Russian-Vietnamese Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation.

He also noted that work on the scientific track expands the prospects for long-term cooperation between Russia and Vietnam.

"We see great potential in developing postgraduate programs and internships for Vietnamese scientists, as well as establishing research centers integrated into international projects. I propose exploring these issues within the framework of the Russian-Vietnamese Year of Science and Education. Your visit is further confirmation that we will conduct it at a high level, engaging the scientific and academic communities of both countries," concluded the Russian Deputy Prime Minister.

Tran Hong Thai conveyed best wishes from Tran Hong Ha, Deputy Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and Co-Chair of the Intergovernmental Russian-Vietnamese Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation. He noted the productive work of both sides and thanked the Russian Government and Dmitry Chernyshenko personally for the dialogue.

The Permanent Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology expressed readiness to collaborate on research and development, and emphasized the interest of Vietnamese companies in working with Russian partners and sharing their results.

Tran Hong Thai reported that specific tasks and areas of work have been identified with the Russian Ministry of Education and Science and personally with Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education Konstantin Mogilevsky. The permanent vice president of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology placed particular emphasis on research and development in the fields of nuclear energy and space.

"Education in Russia is our way of ensuring that our people are familiar with the achievements of Russian science and technology," he said.

Dmitry Chernyshenko and Tran Hong Thai also welcomed participants of the scientific and educational forum "Russia – Vietnam: 75 Years of Cooperation." This event marks the launch of the Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation between Russia and Vietnam in 2026.

"This year, Russia and Vietnam are celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations. As President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin emphasizes, over these years, our countries have developed a special relationship of alliance and fraternal mutual assistance. In May, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam paid an official visit to Russia. He took part in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This significant date has forever linked our countries through shared historical memory, mutual support, and respect for the heroism of soldiers," the Russian Deputy Prime Minister stated.

He also noted the symbolism of holding the forum at the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, where active international cooperation has been established: five branches of the university operate abroad, and over 1,000 foreign students study within its walls, 263 of whom are from Vietnam.

"According to our President Vladimir Putin, humanitarian issues and personnel training are among the key issues for our countries. Over the past few years, we have achieved significant results in the humanitarian field. We are also seeing positive dynamics in personnel training. More than 3,300 Vietnamese students study in Russia annually. Vietnam has one of the largest quotas for non-CIS countries – 1,000 budget-funded places per year," the Deputy Prime Minister added.

In conclusion, Dmitry Chernyshenko thanked the forum organizers, the university's leadership, and its Vietnamese partners.

In a video address, Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha warmly recalled his years of study in Russia. He called the training of personnel in the USSR an invaluable strategic contribution to Vietnam's development and proposed specific ways to deepen cooperation today.

"Soviet educational institutions trained tens of thousands of Vietnamese scientists and engineers, who laid the fundamental scientific and technical foundation. This is a priceless asset, serving as the thread that binds our two peoples," said Tran Hong Ha.

Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education Konstantin Mogilevsky outlined the results of Russian-Vietnamese cooperation in recent years and key vectors for its development.

"The holding of the Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation between Russia and Vietnam is a clear demonstration of the strength and depth of the comprehensive strategic partnership between our countries. And science and education have been its solid foundation throughout these 75 years," he said.

Forum participants were also greeted by First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Andrey Yatskin, Rector of the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics Ivan Lobanov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to the Russian Federation Dang Minh Khoi, and heads of ministries, departments, and academic institutions from Russia and Vietnam.

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Cargo return formula: Russian Railways needs to sell not just transportation, but a complete logistics product with a single document and tariff.

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Alevtina Kirillova, CEO of Eurasian Agrologistics, proposed a package of concrete measures to Russian Railways and operators: from special rates for short hauls to one-stop-shop rates, taking into account China's experience with subsidies.

To stem the outflow of freight to road transport, Russian Railways needs to collaborate with operators to create ready-to-sell end-to-end logistics products with fixed long-term rates. Alevtina Kirillova, CEO of the Eurasian Agrologistics Autonomous Non-Profit Organization, proposed this initiative at the "Transport Services Market: Interaction and Partnership" conference.

In her opinion, the development of comprehensive turnkey offers is a necessary condition for retaining clients, especially in light of the growing tariff burden: from 2024 to 2025, tariffs increased by 13.8%, and for 2026, an increase of another 18% is planned, plus a 2% increase in VAT.

The proposal is based on an analysis of the factors that determine shipper selection. Besides cost, key factors include predictability of delivery times, ease of one-stop shopping, and the ability to obtain a single rate for the entire supply chain. Rail is often inferior to road transport today in terms of flexibility, speed of shipment organization, and transparency of final terms, especially over distances of 500 to 3,000 km, where competition is most intense, noted Alevtina Kirillova.

The expert's package of specific measures for implementing this approach includes several areas. The primary focus is the development and promotion of end-to-end tariff rates across different modes of transport. To ensure competition on short haul routes, it is proposed to introduce special reduced rates for distances of up to 500 km. Digitalization and simplification of interactions are also considered critical: single-document processing, expedited procedures, and an expanded package of related services (storage, customs, insurance).

As a financial support tool, Alevtina Kirillova proposed considering dynamic subsidy mechanisms for strategic products (metals, chemicals), using the adapted experience of China, which actively subsidizes its supply chains. However, the Chinese system has its own internal contradictions and barriers that are important to consider, the expert noted. In particular, subsidies often operate within established limits, which may be exhausted by the end of the year.

Furthermore, there is a practice whereby Chinese logistics platforms transfer funding originally allocated for shipments to Russia to transit shipments to Europe via alternative routes, such as the Trans-Caspian route, which bypasses Russia. Thus, some potential subsidies, which could have benefited Russian railway infrastructure, are lost.

Despite these difficulties, the expert insists that the approach of active and flexible government participation in shaping the economics of logistics corridors holds promise. Adapting this approach, she believes, could help develop other international routes involving Russia, making rail transport more cost-competitive for key shippers, Alevtina Kirillova concluded.

As a reminder, the Association of Sea Trade Ports (ASOP) has launched an initiative to standardize the handling capacities of Russian seaports. The association believes this will help capture the growing volume of spot contracts and redirect cargo from road to rail. LR

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Publication date: 12/11/2025

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A UN independent mission's report says Venezuela's National Guard is 'committing crimes against humanity'.

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December 11, 2025 International law

The Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela stated that members of the country's National Guard have committed serious human rights violations and crimes against humanity for over a decade, according to a report published Thursday.

The document, prepared during the mission's work by Marta Valiñas, Francisco Cox Vial, and Patricia Tappata Valdés, contains a detailed analysis of the internal structure and chain of command of the National Guard. The report notes that members of this unit are implicated in arbitrary killings, illegal detentions, sexual and gender-based violence, torture, and other cruel treatment. These practices have been committed both during protests and as part of targeted political persecution since 2014.

"The facts we have documented demonstrate the role of the National Guard in the systematic and coordinated suppression of opponents, or those perceived as such. This has been going on for over ten years," stated mission chair Marta Valiñas. She emphasized that this situation requires decisive action by national and international mechanisms to hold those responsible accountable.

Uncontrolled powers

The report states that Venezuela's national security doctrine effectively merged military and police functions, legitimizing the militarization of the public security sector and expanding the National Guard's authority to suppress dissent. The centralized command system, with the president as commander-in-chief of the armed forces, enabled illegal actions to be carried out without any oversight or accountability.

During protests in 2014, 2017, 2019, and 2024, the National Guard used excessive force, including firearms and modified ammunition, to inflict maximum harm. The mission also documented mass detentions, physical violence during arrests, evidence fabrication, torture, and sexual violence in National Guard buildings used as temporary detention centers.

"Part of a systematic practice"

"Torture, cruel treatment, and acts of sexual violence, including rape, were not isolated incidents. They were part of a systematic pattern," Valiñas noted.

According to civil society, the National Guard was responsible for the largest number of politically motivated arrests in 2019–2020. In 2024, the Guard played a key role in Operation Tun Tun, which targeted government opponents with baseless charges of terrorism and incitement to hatred.

The mission uncovered a persistent pattern of impunity perpetuated by the Venezuelan judicial system: delays in investigations, manipulation of evidence, deliberate obstruction of justice by the National Guard, and the restriction of accountability to only the lowest ranks.

The report concludes that there are reasonable grounds to believe that National Guard members, as well as high-ranking military and political leaders, may be criminally liable under the Rome Statute.

“The Mission has reasonable grounds to believe that members of the National Guard have made a significant contribution to the commission of crimes [by the Venezuelan authorities], including arbitrary detention, torture, gender-based violence and persecution,” Valiñas concluded.

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WHO is helping Ukrainian hospitals cope with heating and water supply disruptions.

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December 11, 2025 Humanitarian aid

In 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) installed modular heating and water treatment systems in 11 hospitals in Ukraine. This infrastructure will enable medical facilities to continue providing care to the population amid ongoing security threats.

Hospitals depend on utilities to operate: electricity is needed for diagnosis and surgery, water is needed to prevent infections and ensure proper sanitation, and heating is needed to protect people's health and keep medical equipment functioning.

The failure of these systems reduces hospitals' capacity to accommodate patients, potentially putting the lives of thousands of people at immediate risk.

Autonomous systems

Since the start of the full-scale invasion, the WHO has confirmed 2,762 attacks on Ukraine's healthcare system. The country's populated areas are suffering from ongoing attacks on civilian and social infrastructure.

With financial support from the European Union, WHO delivered six modular heating units to the Zaporizhzhia and Chernivtsi regions, home to approximately 1.7 million people, including internally displaced persons.

Modular heating systems offer a number of important advantages during wartime: they operate independently of heating networks, can be quickly installed, and can be used with a variety of fuels. They help maintain a constant indoor temperature and, most importantly, protect patients, staff, and medical equipment from the cold.

Clean water

The WHO also installed five water treatment plants in major hospitals in Kharkiv and healthcare facilities in the Kharkiv region. The systems are designed to operate independently, without the need for centralized utilities. This will provide millions of people with access to uninterrupted healthcare.

Ensuring a reliable water supply is one of the basic requirements for hospitals to function under constant attack.

Each unit provides multiple purification stages, beginning with mechanical filtration and disinfection. Additional methods can be used to achieve maximum water purity. This is especially important for surgical, maternity, and other emergency and intensive care units.

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