Ukraine shoots down two Russian missiles, 18 drones overnight
Ukraine’s Defense Forces intercepted two Russian Kh-59/69 guided air missiles and 18 kamikaze drones overnight Monday.
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Russian Army loses another 1,220 soldiers in Ukraine
The total combat losses of Russian troops in Ukraine from February 24, 2022, to December 9, 2024, amounted to about 754,590 people, including 1,220 people over the past day.
Russians conducted 218 attacks on 11 settlements in Zaporizhzhia over last day
During the day, the occupiers struck 218 times at 11 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region.
One enemy ship on combat duty in Black Sea - cruise missile carrier
One enemy ship - a Kalibr cruise missile carrier - is on combat duty in the Black Sea
Pentagon chief discusses planning for next Ramstein with Umerov
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin had a telephone conversation with Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov to discuss the latest developments on the battlefield and security assistance to Ukraine.
DIU unit uses drones to destroy Russian hideouts, communications equipment
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has shown how operators of FPV drones of the Firebird special forces destroy shelters, camouflaged military equipment and communications equipment of the Russians.
Maria Prymachenko’s exhibition opens at National Museum of Decorative Arts
An exhibition “Maria Prymachenko: The Unknown” has opened at the National Museum of Decorative Arts of Ukraine in Kyiv, along with the presentation of the first virtual gallery dedicated to the artist's works.
National Guard soldiers stop Russian offensive in Kursk region
Ukraine's National Guard showed how its forces stopped a Russian offensive near the settlement of Kruglyakovka in the Kursk region.
Ukrainian bishop elevated to Catholic Church Cardinal
On Saturday, December 7, in the Vatican, Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church’s Bishop Mykola Bychok serving in Melbourne, Australia, was elevated to the dignity of Cardinal of the Holy Roman Church by Pope Francis, thus becoming the world’s youngest cardinal at 44.
Russians setting up firing positions on embankment of Yevpatoria – partisans
In temporarily occupied Crimea, Russian occupiers are fortifying the embankment of the town of Yevpatoria by establishing new firing positions.
Lithuania to provide Ukrainian schools with 100 metal detectors
In a bid to enhance the safety of students and teachers amid the ongoing war, Lithuania will supply 100 metal detectors to Ukrainian schools.
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Event in The Hague discusses justice for children in wartime
A global dialogue on perspectives and strategies regarding justice for children in armed conflicts was held in The Hague, considering Ukraine’s experience.
War update: 178 clashes since day-start along frontlines as Russia suffers major casualties in Pokrovsk axis
A total 178 combat engagements have so far taken place on Sunday while the Russian invasion forces suffered significant losses in the Pokrovsk direction.
Border guards destroy Russian Rapira artillery system in Kharkiv region
Ukrainian border guards employed FPV killer drones to destroy a Russian MT-12 Rapira artillery system, mortar, and a vehicle in Kharkiv region.
Russia fails to protect Assad regime due to heavy losses in Ukraine war - Biden
The Russians have failed to protect the Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria due to the huge losses inflicted on them by the Ukrainian military.
Seven remain in hospitals after ballistic strike on Kryvyi Rih
As a result of the Russian missile strike targeting Kryvyi Rih on December 6, seventeen people were injured, of whom seven remain in hospitals.
Blast outside police station in Kharkiv
An explosion was reported outside the main entrance to the police station in Kharkiv. According to tentative data, the incident involved an unidentified explosive device.
Assad, family arrive in Moscow - media
Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, whose regime was overthrown on Sunday, December 8, is reportedly in the Russian capital Moscow along with his family.
EU Commissioner wants around EUR 100B for defense in EU budget
EU Commissioner for Defense and Space, Andrius Kubilius, stated that he wants to see around EUR 100 billion allocated for defense in the new European Union seven-year budget.
Russia prepares resources for new strikes on Ukraine at strategic aviation airfields – CCD
The Russian Federation has prepared resources for renewed strikes on Ukraine using its strategic aviation airfields.
Ukraine's MFA urges new Syrian government to reconsider ties with Putin's regime
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has called on Syria's next government to reevaluate its relationship with Putin's regime following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s Moscow-backed administration.
Russia possibly stages plane crash to cover Assad evacuation – Ukraine intelligence
Russia may have orchestrated a staged plane crash as a cover for an operation to evacuate ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his close associates.
Russians attack Dnipropetrovsk region: damage reported
Throughout the day, Russian forces targeted two districts in Dnipropetrovsk region, causing damage.
U.S. Embassy warns of increased threats from Russian missiles, drones
The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine issued a security alert on Sunday, December 8, cautioning American citizens about heightened threats from Russian missiles and drones.
Three parties negotiating Austria’s new government support Ukraine – MP
All three parties currently in negotiations to form Austria’s coalition government are known for their pro-Ukraine stance.
Trump says Ukraine may receive less aid during his presidency
Donald Trump, the U.S. President-elect, stated in an interview on Meet the Press that Ukraine might receive less aid during his presidency.
Power outage schedules to be in place from 8:00 to 19:00 on Monday – Ukrenergo
Hourly electricity restrictions for residential consumers are scheduled for Monday, December 9, from 8:00 to 19:00, with outages affecting one group at a time.
Four injured in Russian drone attack on Kindiika in Kherson region
Four people, including a 79-year-old woman, have been injured in a Russian drone attack on Kindiika, Kherson region.
Victims of Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia identified using DNA analysis
Forensic specialists have identified the bodies of victims killed in a recent Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia.