Russians strike Zaporizhzhia with glide bombs, injuring two people
Explosions were heard in Zaporizhzhia during an air raid alert.
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Border guards show how they destroy enemy armored vehicles on outskirts of Kostiantynivka
Fighters of the Phoenix unmanned aerial systems border unit destroyed a gun and several units of heavy armored equipment belonging to Russian invaders on the outskirts of Kostiantynivka.
IAEA: Khmelnytsky and Rivne NPPs reduce capacity due to shelling of power substations
IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said that the Khmelnytsky and Rivne nuclear power plants are reducing their capacity due to damage to electrical substations caused by Russian shelling.
Poland scrambles fighter jets amid Russian air attack on Ukraine
In Poland, air defence systems were placed on heightened alert on Tuesday morning, including the scrambling of fighter jets to protect the country’s airspace amid a Russian air attack on Ukraine.
Poland installs first elements of counter-drone system on border with Belarus
The first elements of a system designed to counter unmanned aerial vehicles have been installed along the Polish-Belarusian border, with the system set to become operational in January next year.
Estonia allocates EUR 2M to support Ukraine's energy sector
Estonia's Ministry of Climate will contribute EUR 2 million to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund to help restore the country's energy infrastructure.
Fitch upgrades Ukraine's rating to CCC
Fitch Ratings lifted Ukraine's score from selective default after the nation announced creditors agreed to an exchange of its growth-linked debt into conventional bonds.
Drone operators destroy enemy Nona-S installation and Strila-10 air defense system in Kherson region
Pilots of the 39th Separate Coastal Defense Brigade, together with fighters from the 34th Venom Unmanned Systems Center, destroyed the Russian invaders' Strila-10 air defense system and 2S9 Nona-S self-propelled artillery unit in the Kherson region.
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South Africa seeks to repatriate 17 citizens recruited by Russia to fight against Ukraine
Seventeen South African citizens were allegedly deceived into joining the Russian army and sent to fight against Ukraine.
Ukrainian assault unit deploys Abrams tank in combat for first time
Soldiers of the 425th Separate Assault Regiment “Skelia” of the Ukrainian Ground Forces have used an Abrams tank in a combat operation for the first time.
War update: Ukraine reports 110 frontline clashes, heavy enemy losses in Pokrovsk sector
On December 23, there were 110 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops, including 29 attacks in the Pokrovsk sector.
Russian drone hits apartment building in Chernihiv
A Russian drone struck the technical floor of a nine-story residential building in Chernihiv, prompting an evacuation of residents.
Zelensky calls for more pressure on Russia should it sabotage peace efforts
Ukraine is actively working with the United States on peace efforts. The main priority is ensuring that Russia does not sabotage this diplomacy. If it does, additional pressure on Russia will be necessary.
PM Svyrydenko reports to Zelensky on energy sector restoration
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky received a briefing from Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko on the situation in the country’s energy sector.
Restoration work underway on energy facilities in Rivne, Ternopil, and Odesa regions
Restoration work continues in the Rivne, Ternopil, and Odesa regions following another massive Russian attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure overnight on December 23.
Submarine sabotage: SSU reveals new details of special operation in Novorossiysk
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has revealed new details about how a Russian submarine was targeted in Novorossiysk on the night of December 15.
Chernobyl shelter may not withstand second Russian strike, plant director says
The shelter over the destroyed reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant (ChNPP) was damaged during a Russian attack earlier this year and may not survive a second strike.
Banksy’s new artwork unveiled in London for Christmas
Famous British artist Banksy has revealed a new work that appeared in London ahead of Christmas.
Russians pound Dnipropetrovsk region with drones, artillery, leaving one civilian injured
Russian forces attacked the Nikopol and Kryvyi Rih districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region with drones and artillery throughout the day, injuring an 86-year-old woman.
Ukrainian forces hold ground in central Pokrovsk, expand supply routes to Myrnohrad
Ukrainian Defense Forces are blocking the advance of Russian troops in the central part of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region.
Russia strikes Ukrnafta facilities overnight, causing damage
During a nighttime attack on December 23, Russian forces struck production facilities of JSC Ukrnafta.
Russian forces attack crossings in Kharkiv region, killing one person
Russian troops attacked crossings in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region on December 23, killing one person.
CEC resumes operation of State Voter Register
On Tuesday, December 22, the Central Election Commission (CEC) adopted a resolution resuming the operation of the State Voter Register.
Frontline stable in border village of Sotnytskyi Kozachok in Kharkiv region, regional governor says
In the border village of Sotnytskyi Kozachok in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, Russian invading forces suffered losses while attempting to expand the frontline, with more than 50 soldiers killed over several days.
Zelensky to von der Leyen: Current talks could fundamentally alter situation
President Volodymyr Zelensky said in a conversation with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen that the negotiations which are currently ongoing could fundamentally change the situation, stressing the importance of unified pressure by all partners on Russia to achieve peace.
Ukrainian Defense Forces pull back from Siversk, retain fire control, General Staff reports
In the area of the town of Siversk, Russian invading forces, having a significant advantage in manpower and equipment, continue their offensive operations. In order to preserve the lives of personnel and the combat effectiveness of units, Ukrainian defenders have withdrawn from the settlement.
Russian attack on Kremenchuk enterprise leaves two injured
Russian forces launched a strike on an enterprise in the town of Kremenchuk, Poltava region, in the afternoon of December 23, injuring two people.
MoD launches Motor Sich relocation project to restore weapons production capacity
On December 23, following a proposal from the Ministry of Defense (MoD), the government adopted a package of decisions to strengthen Ukraine's defense industry, including new conditions for the relocation and rapid restoration of the production capacities of Ukrainian arms manufacturers.
Over 1,500 people tortured in Russian detention chambers in Kherson region
In the Kherson region, more than 1,500 people were tortured in Russian torture chambers. The occupiers took people to torture chambers not only to “extract” information or force them to cooperate, but in some cases, the victims or their relatives were forced to pay a “ransom” for their freedom.