Woman injured in Kyiv as result of Russian drone attack
A woman was injured in Kyiv as a result of a Russian drone attack on the morning of 3 January.
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03 January 2025
Rescuers tackle aftermath of Shahed drone attack on Kyiv region
Rescue workers have eliminated the consequences of an overnight Russian drone attack on the Kyiv region.
Russian forces launch 302 strikes on Zaporizhzhia region in past 24 hours
Russian forces launched 302 strikes on 13 settlements in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia region on Thursday, January 2.
Russia's war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,080 in past day
Russia suffered approximately 793,250 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and January 3, 2025, with 1,080 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
One killed, four injured in Russian drone attack on Kyiv region
A Russian drone attack on the Kyiv region overnight claimed the life of one person and left four others injured.
Kursk operation a 'strong trump card' in all negotiations – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described the Kursk operation as a significant advantage in Ukraine's diplomatic efforts, particularly with nations in the Global South.
Drone attack on Kyiv: Fire breaks out in Darnytskyi district
Debris from a downed Russian Shahed strike drone caused a fire in a residential area of Kyiv's Darnytskyi district during an overnight attack.
Drone attack on Kyiv: Debris falls in Holosiivskyi district
A Russian Shahed strike drone attack on Kyiv has resulted in debris falling in the city's Holosiivskyi district.
Ukrainian fighters destroy four Russian T-62 tanks near Chasiv Yar
Fighters from the Rarog unmanned aerial vehicle battalion of the 24th Mechanized Brigade named after King Danylo destroyed four T-62 tanks used by Russian forces in their assault on Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region
Zelensky awards Hero of Ukraine title to nine servicemen, seven posthumously
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has conferred the title of Hero of Ukraine on nine servicemen, seven of whom received the honor posthumously.
Partisans sabotage railway near strategic missile arsenals in Russia
Agents from the ATESH movement carried out sabotage on a railway segment near missile and artillery ammunition depots in Russia’s Tver region.
02 January 2025
Zelensky says running for second term not 'the focus of today'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that the possibility of running for a second term as president is not currently "the focus of today" for him.
Zelensky: We thwarted Russian plans to occupy Kharkiv, Sumy, Zaporizhzhia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that a major achievement of the past year was successfully preventing Russian forces from occupying Kharkiv, Sumy, and Zaporizhzhia.
Zelensky: Trump capable of being decisive in this war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed confidence that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has the potential to help Ukraine stop Russian dictator Vladimir Putin.
Russian military likely sabotaging Dnipro crossing near Kherson – partisans
In the temporarily occupied village of Lazurne, Kherson region, Russian forces have reportedly seen a sharp increase in broken equipment arriving at their repair base, leading to suspicions of deliberate sabotage by their own troops.
Russia involves up to 180,000 prisoners in war against Ukraine - intelligence
As of November 2024, Russia has deployed between 140,000 and 180,000 prisoners to fight in the war against Ukraine.
Russians shell Dnipropetrovsk region, damages reported
On January 2, the Russian forces launched attacks on Dnipro and Nikopol districts of Dnipropetrovsk region.
Russians shell Kherson region with artillery, drones injuring seven civilians
On January 2, at least 10 civilian structures were damaged in Kherson region due to shelling. By now, seven civilians have been reported injured.
Umerov announces inspection of Ukrainian Land Forces
The Main Inspectorate of the Ministry of Defense will conduct a comprehensive analysis of the Land Forces Command to implement reforms in the management and personnel policies.
Ukraine’s strike targets Russian army command post in Maryino, Kursk region - General Staff
On January 2, the Armed Forces of Ukraine delivered a high-precision strike on a Russian army command post in the settlement of Maryino, Kursk region.
Ukraine’s military on Chasiv Yar: AFU control virtually entire city as Russians trying to cross canal
The situation in Chasiv Yar remains stable while the enemy does not abandon intentions to cross the Siverskyi Donets-Donbas canal and has reduced the intensity of attempts to seize the refractory materials plant.
Battlefield situation most challenging in Pokrovsk, Kurakhove axes - Zelensky
The most difficult situation on the front is now in the Pokrovsk and Kurakhove directions. In the Kursk combat zone, Ukrainian units each day repel over 30 Russian attacks.
Ukraine's Defense Ministry showcases fiber-optic FPV drone technology
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Directorate for Defense Innovations has conducted a demonstration of fiber-optic-controlled FPV drones for senior commanders of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Magura drone boats destroy two Russian helicopters in Black Sea – HUR
On December 31, 2024, Magura V5 missile-equipped drone boats destroyed two Russian Mi-8 helicopters in the Black Sea.
Five injured as minibus hit by Russian artillery shelling in Kherson
Five people were injured when a minibus was struck by Russian artillery fire in Kherson's Korabelnyi district.
Over 430,000 troops, 3,600 tanks: Russia suffers record losses in Ukraine war in 2024
In 2024, the Russian military sustained its highest-ever losses in manpower and equipment since the onset of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Russian commanders conceal true losses among North Korean troops in Kursk region – Ukrainian intelligence
Lower-ranking commanders in the Russian military are reportedly providing false accounts of casualties among North Korean soldiers stationed in Russia's Kursk region.
China increasingly supporting Russia’s war – expert
China is increasingly supporting Russia militarily, which poses a serious problem for Ukraine.
No urban battles in Pokrovsk – military spox
The Russian forces have not reached the outskirts of the town of Pokrovsk, but they are attempting to encircle it through neighboring settlements.
Russian forces attack Kharkiv region with GABs, drones
On January 1, the Russian forces targeted settlements in Kharkiv region with guided aerial bombs (GABs) and drones, causing damage to civilian infrastructure.