UKRAINE says it has uncovered several of Putin's "torture chambers" in the liberated city of Kherson, used to perform sick acts on civilians.
The Office of the General Prosecutor of Ukraine said in a statement that officials had found and inspected “four premises” where Putin's bloodthirsty troops “illegally detained people and brutally tortured them”.
Parts of rubber truncheons, a wooden bat, an incandescent lamp and "a device with which the occupiers tortured civilians with electricity" were found in one location – as well as paperwork documenting the administration of the detention sites.
Sickening images show athe regime's 'Z'symbol graffiti'd across the walls in the pre-trial detention centre – with an ominous-looking contraption that appears to be a torture device.
Meanwhile, the Zaporizhzhia plant – Europe's largest nuclear station -has been subject to intense shelling over the last three days, heightening fears of a nuclear disaster as the Ukraine war rages on.
Read our Ukraine-Russia live blog below for the latest updates…
- Henry Moore
Ukrainians facing their 'darkest days' warns World Health Organisation
Ukraine and its health service are facing a crisis this winter following months of Russian bombing, said the World Health Organisation (WHO.)
"This winter will be life-threatening for millions of people in Ukraine," said WHO's regional director for Europe, Dr Hans Henri P Kluge.
"The devastating energy crisis, the deepening mental health emergency, constraints on humanitarian access and the risk of viral infections will make this winter a formidable test for the Ukrainian health system and the Ukrainian people, but also for the world and its commitment to support Ukraine.
"Ukraine’s health system is facing its darkest days in the war so far. Having endured more than 700 attacks, it is now also a victim of the energy crisis."
- Henry Moore
One dead, three injured following shelling of Kherson
Kherson was hit with a series of Russian missiles this morning, killing one and injuring three, according to reports from the Kyiv Independent.
These attacks targeted civilian infrastructure in a bid to destroy the region's ability to produce electricity.
Reports emerged this afternoon that Ukraine has begun evacuating the city of Kherson, due to the damage done by Russia during its occupation.
- Henry Moore
Russia continues to bombard Luhansk, MoD intel reveals
The British Ministry of Defence has shared some more intel on the Russian bombardment of Luhansk.
The statement reads: “Over the last seven days, intense artillery exchanges have continued around the Svatove sector in Luhansk Oblast in north-eastern Ukraine.
“As on other parts of the front, Russian forces continue to prioritise constructing defensive positions, almost certainly partially manned by poorly trained mobilised reservists.
“With Russia’s south-western front line now more readily defendable along the east bank of the Dnipro River, the Svatove sector is likely now a more vulnerable operational flank of the Russian force.
“As a significant population centre within Luhansk Oblast, Russian leaders will highly likely see retaining control of Svatove as a political priority.
“However, commanders are likely struggling with the military realities of maintaining a credible defence, while also attempting to resource offensive operations further south in Donetsk.
“Both Russian defensive and offensive capability continues to be hampered by severe shortages of munitions and skilled personnel.”
- Henry Moore
No plans for a second round of Russian mobilisation, official claims
A Kremlin spokesperson has said there are no plans for further mobilisation of Russian reservists.
The policy, which saw over 300,000 reservists called up to fight in Ukraine, was hugely unpopular among the Russian people.
Spokesman Peskov said: “I can’t speak for the defence ministry, but there are no discussions in the Kremlin about this.”
- Henry Moore
The war could be 'over by spring' claims top Ukrainian general
The war in Ukraine could be set for a swift end, according to a top Ukrainian official.
Retired major general Volodymyr Havrylov said it is "only a matter of time" before Ukraine recaptures Crimea after Putin illegally seized the territory back in 2014.
He added: "Of course, in this case, the war will take some time.
"But my feeling is that by the end of the spring, this war will be over."
- Henry Moore
Russia and Iran reach an agreement on manufacturing hundreds of unmanned weaponised aircraft
According to the Washington Post, Russia has reached an agreement with Iran to begin manufacturing hundreds of unmanned weaponised aircraft on Russian soil.
Citing intelligence seen by US, the deal took place earlier this month.
Adrienne Watson, a National Security Council spokesperson, told The Washington Post: “Iran and Russia can lie to the world, but they can’t hide the facts: Tehran is helping kill Ukrainian civilians through the provision of weapons and assisting Russia in its operations.
“It’s another sign of how isolated both Iran and Russia are.”
- Henry Moore
New Zealand launches new wave of sanctions against Russia
New Zealand has launched a new set of sanctions against Putin's regime, reports the Kyiv Independent.
These sanctions focus on 22 Russian and Belarussian individuals, as well as several companies in the oil, gas, steel, and transport sectors.
The West has used sanctions against Russia as a key way to support Ukraine since the invasion began.
- Henry Moore
Kherson reportedly evacuated following constant blackouts
According to reports from Al Jazeera, Ukraine has begun evacuating the city of Kherson amid fears the damage to its infrastructure is too severe.
This comes after Russia retreated from the region, leaving much of the city's infrastructure completely destroyed.
The entirety of Ukraine is facing rolling blackouts, as the country attempts to save electricity before winter.
- Henry Moore
A look at the battlefield in Ukraine
Here is the current state of play on the battlefield in Ukraine, according to the British Ministry of Defence.
Since its retreat from Kherson, the Russian army has reportedly focused much of its attention on Luhansk.
- Henry Moore
Ukraine seeks 'guaranteed protection' from nuclear disaster
Speaking via video link to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly in Madrid, President Zelensky called for guaranteed protection from a nuclear disaster at the Zaporizhzhia power plant.
“All our nations are interested in not having any dangerous incidents at our nuclear facilities,” Mr Zelensky said.
“We all need guaranteed protection from Russian sabotage at nuclear facilities.”
- Henry Moore
Poland confirms Germany will patrol airspace following missile strike
Following last week's missile strike on the Polish village of Przewodow, Poland has confirmed that Germany will help patrol its airspace.
While the exact cause of the strike hasn't been determined yet, many sources claim it was a Ukrainian defence missile hit off-course by a Russian shell.
Two people were killed in the accident.
- Henry Moore
At least 437 children killed in the Ukrainian war so far says prosecutor general
Ukraine’s prosecutor general said that at least 437 children lost their lives because of the war in Ukraine.
Meanwhile, more than 837 have been injured.
His statement said: “As of the morning of November 19, 2022, 1,274 children were affected in Ukraine as a result of Russia’s full-scale armed aggression.
“According to the official reports by juvenile prosecutors, 437 children were killed and 837 sustained injuries of varying severity.”
- Henry Moore
Ukraine celebrates Air Assualt Forces Day
Ukraine's Minister of Defence took to Twitter this afternoon to pay tribute to the nation's airforce.
He said: "I congratulate our service members on Ukrainian Air Assault Forces Day!
"Thank you for the courage and professionalism shown in the fierce battles for the freedom of Ukraine. We remember the fallen.
"We honour the living. Glory to the ones who are Always First!"
- Henry Moore
Supermarkets reopen in Kherson for the first time in eight months
Supermarkets are open once in Kherson, as life slowly returns to normality following Russia’s retreat from the region last week.
The clip below, shared by Ukrainian advisor Anton Gerashchenko, shows Kherson residents flocking to the supermarket as they stock up on food and goods for the first time in months.
Last week Kherson’s train service to Kyiv relaunched, as the city recovers from the effects of Russian occupation.
- Henry Moore
Ukrainian locates 'four' places where troops were tortured in Kherson
Ukraine has reportedly discovered several sites where Russian forces "tortured" Ukrainians during the occupation of Kherson.
“Four premises” where Russian troops “illegally detained people and brutally tortured them” have been located, according to a statement issued by the Office of the General Prosecutor in Ukraine.
Russia has denied any claims of torture and instead claims Ukraine has committed war crimes during the conflict.
- Henry Moore
Russia says Europe is at risk of a 'nuclear accident' amid Zaporizhzhia shelling
Russia's state-run atomic energy agency, Rosatom, has warned Europe of a "nuclear accident" as the Zaporizhzhia power plant continues to face shelling.
“The plant is at risk of a nuclear accident. We were in negotiations with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) all night,” Interfax quoted Rosatom CEO Alexei Likhachev as saying.
Europe's largest nuclear power plant has been subject to an assault over the weekend, with both sides of the conflict blaming their enemy.
- Henry Moore
The US will support Ukraine for 'as long as it takes'
A top US official has reaffirmed the country's commitment to helping Ukraine defeat Russia.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said it is “hard to predict how things will evolve and on what timeline, but we’re in this in support of Ukraine for as long as it takes.”
He added that the US will “make sure they’re doing everything to take back every inch of their sovereign territory,”
- Henry Moore
Russia shells civilian infrastructure in Kherson
Reports have emerged this morning of Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure in the recently-liberated city of Kherson.
According to the deputy head of the Kherson Oblast Council Yurii Sobolevskyi, several civilians were injured in the assault.
No further details have been provided.
- Henry Moore
Russian troops turn their focus to Luhansk – President Zelensky
Following their retreat from Kherson last week, Putin’s forces have reportedly turned their attention to the region of Luhansk, claims President Zelensky.
As they attempt to take the region, the Kremlin’s troops have bombarded Ukraine’s army with 400 artillery attacks.
“The fiercest battles, as before, are in the Donetsk region,” Mr Zelensky said.
“Although there were fewer attacks today due to worsening weather, the amount of Russian shelling unfortunately remains extremely high.”
“In the Luhansk region, we are slowly moving forward while fighting. As of now, there have been almost 400 artillery attacks in the east since the start of the day,” he added.
- Henry Moore
In Pictures: The Zelenskys pay tribute to the 'heavenly hundred'
Volodymyr Zelensky and his wife, Olena, have been pictured in Kyiv today, paying tribute to the so-called "heavenly hundred" who died during a pro-EU rally in 2014.
- Henry Moore
Russian losses continue to mount as Putin bombards Luhansk
Russian losses have hit 84,600, according to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence.
This marks a further 390 casualties for the invading nation in the past 24 hours.
- Henry Moore
Zelensky hails the sacrifices made by Ukrainian people on the National Day of Dignity
Speaking in a video address, President Volodymyr Zelensky has hailed the sacrifices made by the people of Ukraine, as they look to repel Russia's bloodthirsty invasion.
“We can be left without money. Without gasoline. Without hot water. Without light. But not without freedom,” he said in recognition of Ukraine's National Day of Dignity.
The steadfast President honoured the work of teachers, soldiers and all Ukrainians in his speech.
- Henry Moore
UN nuclear watchdog to investigate Europe's largest atomic power plant
The International Atomic Energy Agency has said the recent shelling of the Zaporizhzhia power plant has been "critical" and the organisation will begin investigating the attacks soon.
"Even though there was no direct impact on key nuclear safety and security systems at the plant, the shelling came dangerously close to them," IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said.
"We are talking metres, not kilometres. Whoever is shelling at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, is taking huge risks and gambling with many people’s lives.”
- Henry Moore
Russia continues to bombard Luhansk, MoD intel reveals
The British Ministry of Defence has shared some more intel on the Russian bombardment of Luhansk.
The statement reads: "Over the last seven days, intense artillery exchanges have continued around the Svatove sector in Luhansk Oblast in north-eastern Ukraine.
"As on other parts of the front, Russian forces continue to prioritise constructing defensive positions, almost certainly partially manned by poorly trained mobilised reservists.
"With Russia’s south-western front line now more readily defendable along the east bank of the Dnipro River, the Svatove sector is likely now a more vulnerable operational flank of the Russian force.
"As a significant population centre within Luhansk Oblast, Russian leaders will highly likely see retaining control of Svatove as a political priority.
"However, commanders are likely struggling with the military realities of maintaining a credible defence, while also attempting to resource offensive operations further south in Donetsk.
"Both Russian defensive and offensive capability continues to be hampered by severe shortages of munitions and skilled personnel."
- Henry Moore
Russia’s nuclear blackmail could lead to other nations seeking nukes, official claims
A top US official has said that Russia’s successful use of nuclear blackmail during its invasion of Ukraine could see other nations follow suit.
“They could well conclude that getting nuclear weapons would give them a hunting license of their own,” US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.
The west has been unable to militarily support Ukraine during Russia’s brutal invasion out of fear it could trigger nuclear war.
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