Russian attacks cause new power outages in five regions – Ukrenergo
As a result of fresh Russian attacks, power outages were reported as of the morning of December 24 in the Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Kherson, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv regions.
Latest news
Russia strikes critical infrastructure in Zhytomyr region
For the third consecutive day, Russian forces have been targeting critical infrastructure in Ukraine’s Zhytomyr region.
Russia launches nearly 100 drone strikes on Naftogaz in two days, causing major damage
For the second day in a row, Russia has deliberately targeted the oil and gas infrastructure of the Naftogaz Group.
Referendum and presidential election could be held simultaneously – Zelensky
If ratification of a peace agreement between Ukraine, the United States, Russia, and Europe, should it be signed, requires a nationwide referendum, Ukraine could hold the referendum at the same time as a presidential election. This could take place as early as 60 to 90 days after the agreement is signed.
Zelensky about security guarantees for Ukraine: NATO Article 5-like, but with caveats
President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the draft framework document between Ukraine, the United States, Russia, and Europe on ending the war provides Ukraine with security guarantees that would mirror NATO’s Article 5, yet with certain caveats.
Zelensky says restoration of Kakhovka Dam will cost EUR 2B
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that restoring the Kakhovka Dam, without which the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant cannot operate, will require EUR 2 billion.
Draft peace agreement: Zelensky outlines 20 points and reveals details
President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed details of a 20-point draft framework document between Ukraine, the United States, Russia, and Europe aimed at ending the war.
Chornobyl NPP shelter may not withstand second Russian strike – director
The shelter over the destroyed reactor at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant was damaged in a Russian attack earlier this year and may not withstand a second strike.
Russian attack cuts power to part of Kherson, officials say
Russian invading forces have once again attacked critical infrastructure in the city of Kherson, leaving the Dniprovskyi district without electricity as a result of the shelling.
Injury toll in Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia rises to four
The number of people injured as a result of the Russian overnight attack on Zaporizhzhia has risen to four.
Ukraine’s air defenses down 60 of 116 Russian drones in overnight attack
Ukraine’s air defense forces neutralized 60 of 116 UAVs launched by Russian forces against Ukraine since the evening of December 23.
War update: 126 clashes on frontline over past day; fiercest fighting in Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors
On December 23, Ukrainian Defense Forces recorded 126 combat clashes with Russian invading troops along the frontline.
Drones attack synthetic rubber plant in Russia's Tula region – media
A group of drones carried out an attack on the Yefremov Synthetic Rubber Plant in Tula region (Russia) on the night of Wednesday, December 24.
Russian airstrikes damage about 10 apartment buildings in Zaporizhzhia
In Zaporizhzhia, at least 13 multi-story residential buildings were damaged as a result of a nighttime attack with glide bombs (KABs).
Russian strike leaves one killed, five injured in Kherson region over past day
Over the past day in the Kherson region, as a result of Russian aggression, one person was killed and five others were injured.
Russian army loses 1,090 troops, three tanks over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces in the war against Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to December 24, 2025 amount to approximately 1,200,370 personnel, including 1,090 in the past 24 hours.
Russians carry out 704 strikes on Zaporizhzhia region over past day: One killed, three injured
Over the past day, the occupiers launched 704 attacks on 27 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region. One person was killed and three others were injured as a result of enemy strikes on Zaporizhzhia city and Zaporizhzhia district.
Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia: Injury toll rises to three
The number of people injured as a result of an enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to three.
Drone operators destroy Russian infantry troops, fighting vehicle near Serebrianka
Drone operators of the 81st Separate Slobozhanska Airmobile Brigade destroyed a Russian infantry fighting vehicle together with its landing troops near Serebrianka.
Plane crash in Turkey: first details about deaths of Libya's military leadership emerge
All members of the Libyan military delegation who were on board the aircraft that crashed in Turkey were killed. Investigative actions are ongoing, but access to the crash site is complicated by weather conditions.
Russia turns its diplomatic missions into elements of hybrid warfare – CCD
Russia is systematically abusing diplomatic status, transforming its missions abroad into elements of hybrid warfare.
Russians strike Zaporizhzhia with glide bombs, injuring two people
Explosions were heard in Zaporizhzhia during an air raid alert.
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.