Black Sea update: Russia keeps single warship on combat duty
A Russian warship is currently on combat duty in the Black Sea, with no Kalibr cruise missiles on board, while no naval vessels are spotted in the Sea of Azov.
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Man killed in Russian airstrike targeting Stepnohirsk
The Russian invasion forces launched KAB glide bombs at the town of Stepnohirsk in Zaporizhzhia region, killing a local man.
Russia’s war casualty toll up by 1,370 in past day
The total combat casualties of the Russian troops from February 24, 2022 to January 2, 2025 reached an estimated 792,170, including 1,370 killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
Ukrainian soldiers hit two Russian tanks, six IFVs in Kharkiv region
Fighters from the Achilles Battalion of attack UAV operators at the Ataman Ivan Sirko 92nd Separate Assault Brigade hit two Russian T-72 tanks and six BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicles in the Kupyansk operational zone.
"Solidarity Bell" made of bullet casings rings at Washington cathedral, in first
A bell made of bullet casings used in the war in Ukraine, engraved with lines from a Taras Shevchenko poem and symbolizing solidarity with Ukraine, rang for the first time at Washington's National Cathedral.
Man nabbed in Chernihiv for glorifying Russian aggression
A man was detained in Chernihiv over shouted words of support for the aggressor state during a moment of silence for the fallen soldiers.
Russia shells Kharkiv 318 times in 2024, killing 94 - mayor
Last year, Russia launched 318 strikes on Kharkiv, leaving 94 people dead and over 1,100 injured.
Military sappers clear almost 253K ha of Ukrainian lands of mines, UXOs in 2024
Over the year, the demining units of the Defense Ministry cleared almost 253,000 hectares of territories from mines and unexploded munitions and neutralized 137,821 explosive objects.
Married couple of scientists killed in drone attack on Kyiv
During the morning shelling of Kyiv on January 1, a married couple of prominent scientists — neurobiologist Ihor Zyma and Doctor of Biological Sciences Olesia Sokur — were killed.
Russia suffered about 102 casualties per square kilometer seized in Ukraine in 2024 – ISW
Russian forces captured 4,168 square kilometers of territory, largely comprised of fields and small settlements in Ukraine and the Kursk region, at a reported cost of over 420,000 casualties in 2024.
Government invests over UAH 11B in SMEs development via eRobota grants since 2022
Since the eRobota government project was launched in July 2022, the state has invested more than UAH 11 billion in the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) via grant programmes.
Chernivtsi earns more than UAH 2.6M through tourism tax over 11 months
In January-November 2024, the tourism tax revenues in the city of Chernivtsi exceeded UAH 2.6 million, which is about UAH 400 thousand higher compared to the same period of 2023.
New disability determination system launched in Ukraine on Jan 1
Starting January 1, 2025, the status of disability in Ukraine will no longer be determined by the Medical and Social Expert Commissions (МSЕC), but based on an assessment of daily functioning, i.e., evaluating the impact of injury or illness on everyday activities.
New law on preschool education comes into effect in Ukraine
Starting January 1, 2025, the Law of Ukraine "On Preschool Education" has come into force, introducing significant changes to the country's preschool education system.
01 January 2025
Attack in New Orleans: President Zelensky expresses condolences
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to all those injured in the car attack in New Orleans, Louisiana, on New Year's Eve.
Frontline update: 125 combat clashes, battles ongoing in most directions
There were 125 combat clashes on the frontline, the enemy carried out over 3000 shelling attacks on Ukraine’s Defense Forces positions; fighting continues in most directions.
Moldova to import electricity from Ukraine on Jan 2
Moldova’s state-owned company Energocom has announced the purchase of electricity to cover the shortfall on January 2, including imports from Ukraine.
200 Ukrainian pilots complete training in UK ahead of F-16 flights
In the United Kingdom, 200 Ukrainian aviators received basic flight, ground, and language training in preparation for operating F-16 fighter jets.
Airports in four Russian cities implement Carpet Plan due to possible drone attack
Airports in the Russian cities of Kaluga, Penza, Saransk, and Saratov enacted the Carpet Plan on Wednesday evening in response to a potential drone attack.
Russians launching airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia region
The Russian forces are launching airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia region, with explosions reported near the town of Stepnohirsk.
Building of National Writers' Union damaged in Russian attack on Kyiv
In Kyiv, a Russian drone attack caused damage to the building of the National Writers' Union of Ukraine.
Another child returned to Ukrainian-controlled territory
As part of President Volodymyr Zelensky's initiative Bring Kids Back UA, another child has been successfully returned home from the temporarily occupied southern regions of Ukraine.
Rescue operation continues in Kyiv following morning drone attack
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has reported challenging conditions for the rescue operation in Kyiv following a Russian drone attack on the morning of January 1.
Defense intel shows raw footage of Vovchansk Aggregate Plant liberation
The Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s Defense Ministry (HUR) showed exclusive episodes of the liberation of the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant in September 2024.
Ukrainian Navy destroys over 37,000 Russian drones in past year
Ukraine’s Naval Forces operating as part of the Defense Forces last year destroyed over 37,000 Russian drones of all types, as well as five Russian warships and cutters.
Russians ban Ukrainian Christmas traditions in occupied areas
In addition to the ban on images of St. Nicholas, the Russian occupiers in the temporarily occupied territories have introduced a complete taboo on the Ukrainian Christmas tradition of Vertep, the Nativity Scenes and other mystery plays symbolizing the victory of good over evil.
Termination of Russian gas transit one of Moscow's biggest defeats - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine says energy weaponization and cynical blackmail have deprived Russia of the most attractive European market.
Reshetylova tells of first steps at helm of military ombudsperson’s office
The draft law on the military ombudsperson will be submitted to the President for approval in the coming days.
UN Security Council renewed by third
The composition of the UN Security Council was renewed by one third from January 1 as Denmark and Greece (Western Europe), Pakistan (Asia), Panama (Latin America and the Caribbean) and Somalia (Africa) joined the Council as non-permanent members.