Zelensky awards another 453 Ukrainian defenders, 202 of them posthumously
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has honored another 453 defenders of Ukraine with state awards, including 202 of them posthumously.
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Production of 122 film projects continues in Ukraine with support of Ukrainian State Film Agency
With the assistance of the Ukrainian State Film Agency, 122 film projects are currently being created.
Naftogaz Group’s annual performance: 83 new wells, gas production at 13.9 bcm
Ukrgasvydobuvannya JSC, which is part of Naftogaz Group, produced 13.9 billion cubic meters of commercial-grade gas in 2024 (compared to 13.2 billion cubic meters in 2023).
World Bank expects Ukraine’s economic growth of 2% in 2025
The World Bank expects that Ukraine’s gross domestic product (GDP) rate will increase to 2% at the end of 2025.
Zelensky awards Italian defense chief Order of Yaroslav the Wise
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine conferred the Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise, III degree, on Italian Minister of Defense Guido Crosetto.
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Zelensky: Only our own efforts towards energy independence can help Europe
Once the Russian transit terms have simply expired, the reality is simple: only relations with Europe’s partners and Ukraine’s own efforts towards energy independence can help Europe.
Ukraine insists on just peace based on UN Charter – Stefanchuk
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk has stressed that Ukraine insists on a just peace based on the UN Charter and territorial integrity.
Yermak discusses preparations for Recovery Conference with Italian minister
As part of his visit to Italy, Head of the President's Office of Ukraine Andriy Yermak met with the Minister for Enterprises and Made in Italy, Adolfo Urso.
Zelensky holds Supreme CinC Staff meeting to discuss drone production and missile program
President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff meeting to discuss various issues, including UAV production and a missile program.
Shmyhal meets with foreign ministers of Southeast European countries
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with the heads and representatives of the foreign ministries of Southeast European countries to discuss the strengthening of sanctions against Russia, the confiscation of frozen assets, and Ukraine's integration into the EU and NATO.
Sybiha announces opening of Albanian Embassy in Ukraine
Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Albania Andrii Sybiha and Igli Hasani held an official ceremony of exchanging the instruments of ratification of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between Ukraine and the Republic of Albania.
Strike on Kryvyi Rih: number of casualties rises to 14, 4 of them children
The number of victims of a Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih has increased to 14, including four children.
Russians attacked Nikopol district with drones during day, there are damages
Russian kamikaze drones attacked the Nikopol and Marhanets communities in the Dnipro region, damaging houses and a store.
More than 31,500 Ukrainian citizens officially reside in Turkey
As of early 2025, 31,583 Ukrainian citizens officially reside in Turkey. Most Ukrainians live in the country's largest cities - Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and Antalya. The country has seven honorary consuls and more than 20 officially registered Ukrainian unions.
Ukrainian paratroopers capture 7 Russian servicemen in Kurakhove sector during assault
Ukrainian paratroopers capture seven prisoners during storming of Russian position in Kurakhove sector
Expert: Approach to booking 50% of prosecutors is essentially wrong
There are significant differences in the status of a “specialized” prosecutor and a prosecutor in uniform.
4 killed, 9 wounded: rescue operations at site of Russian strike completed in Kryvyi Rih
Emergency and rescue operations at the site of a Russian missile strike have been completed in Kryvyi Rih.
Zelensky awards soldiers who captured soldiers from North Korea
Today, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky presented state awards to the soldiers of the Air Assault Forces and the Special Operations Forces. Among them are those who captured soldiers from North Korea.
Ukraine’s StratCom exposes Russia’s lies at UN
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security of Ukraine issued a report refuting the falsehoods voiced at the United Nations by Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia.
Kryvyi Rih authorities scramble to assist those affected in Russian missile attack
In Kryvyi Rih, the emergency response team put out the fire at the apartment building affected in a Russian missile strike.
Slovak opposition leader: Many Slovaks want to see Ukraine in Europe, in peace
The head of the opposition party "Progressive Slovakia", Michal Šimečka, said many Slovaks stand in solidarity with Ukraine in its struggle for freedom and security, and also support Ukraine's accession to the EU.
Foreign Ministers of Ukraine, Southeast Europe call on world to cease any support for Russia - communiqué
Participants in the first ministerial meeting involving Ukraine and the countries of Southeast Europe reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine and called on the world to stop any support for Russia.
Zelensky discusses energy security with Slovak opposition leader
Ukraine is ready to discuss energy security and help Slovakia achieve stability in this field.
Ukraine, Southeast Europe countries no competitors in European integration - Sybiha
Ukraine and countries in Southeast Europe are committed to mutual assistance in the context of European integration.
No signs of Russia amassing troops for any major offensive - Ukraine’s military
There are currently no signs being spotted that the enemy is massing up a grouping in the border areas to proceed with any large-scale offensive efforts.
Russian authorities exerting pressure on residents of occupied territories - HRW
The Russian authorities keep exerting pressure on residents of occupied territories of Ukraine, forcing them to obtain Russian passports through harassment, intimidation, arbitrary detention, and restrictions on access to social services, including health care.
Ukraine extends helping hand to Moldova while Kremlin leaves it to freeze - top diplomat
Moldova has not forgotten the fact that Ukraine supports its neighbors in difficult times while the Kremlin leaves them to freeze and tries to plant a pro-Russian government.
Russia’s attack on Kryvyi Rih: Injury toll grows to seven, four killed
Seven people have been injured in Kryvyi Rih as a result of Russia’s ballistic missile strike.
SOF eliminate and capture Russians who shot dead two Ukrainian soldiers
Operators from the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have killed and captured Russian invaders who shot dead two soldiers from the Territorial Defense Forces.