Energy workers restore electricity to 50,000 houses in Kyiv region after massive attack
In the Kyiv region, energy workers have restored electricity to 50,000 families, which had been cut off due to the massive Russian attack on December 27.
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27 December 2025
Over 500,000 consumers without power in Kyiv region, over 22,000 in Chernihiv
In Kyiv and the Kyiv region, more than 500,000 consumers were left without electricity due to Russia's combined attack. Additionally, over 22,000 consumers in the Chernihiv region remain without power.
Belarusian National River Fleet effectively ceases to exist – intelligence
The bankruptcy proceedings initiated against the state-owned enterprise, the Belarusian River Shipping Company, have become a formal confirmation that the country’s national river fleet has effectively ceased to exist.
Energy shortages forecast in Crimea due to sanctions against Russia – media
In temporarily occupied Crimea, Russian officials are forecasting an electricity shortage through 2031 due to the inability to carry out major overhauls of foreign-made equipment under sanctions.
26 December 2025
Ukrainian ombudsman reveals fate of 52 civilians abducted from Hrabovske
Russian authorities have provided a list of civilians taken from the village of Hrabovske in Ukraine’s Sumy region and informed where they are being held and under what conditions.
Ukrainian carolers banned in USSR for keeping national culture alive
Soviet authorities persecuted Ukrainian carolers because they were seen as a threat to communist ideology and an expression of national identity.
Christmas nativity scene at Mykolaiv Theater performed in sign language
The Mykolaiv Academic Art Drama Theater hosted a Christmas nativity play, which was translated into sign language for the first time.
25 December 2025
Volunteer from Kharkiv killed in attack on evacuation group in Donetsk region
A volunteer from Kharkiv, Vyacheslav Ilchenko, was killed as a result of a Russian strike on an evacuation group in Donetsk region.
Leontovych’s “Shchedryk” scores permanent place in New York’s prestigious Carnegie Hall
The legendary Ukrainian composition Shchedryk (Carol of the Bells) by Mykola Leontovych has been granted a permanent display in one of the world’s most prestigious concert halls. Now, visitors to New York’s Carnegie Hall can see a facsimile of the manuscript of this globally celebrated piece in the venue’s memorial space.
Even at Christmas, Russian strikes hit Ukraine, Zelensky tells Patriarch Bartholomew
President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, noting that even on Christmas Eve and during Christmas night, the Russian army did not stop its brutal strikes against Ukraine.
Pope Leo calls for peace and prayers for Ukraine in Christmas address
In his Christmas address, Pope Leo XIV greeted people around the world, wishing peace to all who are suffering from war and calling for prayers for the Ukrainian people.
Christmas procession marches through central Kyiv
A Christmas procession made its way through Kyiv’s central squares and streets.
Ukrainian experts join NATO Loyal Dolos 2025 exercise
Representatives of the NATO-Ukraine Joint Analysis, Training, and Education Center (JATEC) participated in the final phase of the Loyal Dolos 2025 exercise, which assessed the combat capabilities of the Alliance.
24 December 2025
Zelensky thanks Pope Leo for efforts toward ‘Christmas ceasefire’
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for his efforts to establish a Christmas ceasefire during Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine.
Zelensky’s Christmas message to Ukrainians: Russia can’t occupy our unity
President Volodymyr Zelensky has greeted Ukrainians on Christmas Eve, saying that Ukraine is marking Christmas in a difficult time. Yet despite all the suffering brought by Russia, it is not capable of occupying what matters most – Ukraine’s unity.
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.
23 December 2025
Banksy’s new artwork unveiled in London for Christmas
Famous British artist Banksy has revealed a new work that appeared in London ahead of Christmas.
Over 1,500 people tortured in Russian detention chambers in Kherson region
In the Kherson region, more than 1,500 people were tortured in Russian torture chambers. The occupiers took people to torture chambers not only to “extract” information or force them to cooperate, but in some cases, the victims or their relatives were forced to pay a “ransom” for their freedom.
Poland receives request from Ukraine to extradite Russian archaeologist - Media
Poland has received a request from Ukraine to extradite Russian archaeologist Alexander B., whom Kyiv has declared wanted for illegal excavations in Crimea following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
RMA: Almost 142,000 displaced persons in Vinnytsia region, authorities address housing needs
In Vinnytsia region, more than two thousand internally displaced persons out of 142 thousand remain in temporary accommodation facilities in the region.
Nearly 147,000 people evacuated from frontline areas in six months
From June 1, nearly 147,000 citizens have been evacuated from Ukraine’s frontline areas to safer regions, including more than 16,500 children and over 5,000 people with limited mobility.
22 December 2025
“Share the Light” installation unveiled at Kyiv’s Central Railway Station
A light art installation titled “Share the Light” has been unveiled on the façade of Kyiv’s Central Railway Station.
Misappropriation of works by artist Ivan Marchuk constitutes encroachment on national cultural heritage – UINR
The works of Ukrainian artist Ivan Marchuk are of nationwide value, and therefore their misappropriation constitutes an encroachment on Ukraine’s cultural heritage.
“Ukraine Days” in U.S. Congress and mass rallies have greatest impact, activist says
Advocacy efforts for Ukraine within U.S. government institutions have a long history and cover many directions, with the greatest impact coming from personal meetings between Ukrainian activists and members of Congress, as well as large-scale rallies.
Elysee Palace employee arrested for stealing table silver
In France, three men, including an employee of the Elysee Palace, will stand trial in connection with the theft of table silverware and dishes from the presidential residence.
21 December 2025
Nearly 400,000 square meters of road sections repaired in Dnipropetrovsk region this year - Kuleba
Since the beginning of the year, nearly 400,000 square meters of road surface have been restored in the Dnipropetrovsk region, and bridges and overpasses that provide logistics for the Defense Forces have been repaired.
Medical services fully operational in southern Odesa region, authorities say
Healthcare facilities in southern Odesa region continue to operate normally.
SOF presented with icon of patron saint, Saint Ilia Muromets of Kyiv-Pechersk
The Special Operations Forces received an icon of Saint Ilia Muromets of Kyiv-Pechersk, who will be the patron saint of the Special Operations Forces.
20 December 2025
Only Ukrainian citizens allowed to leave Moldova toward Odesa via two border crossings
Currently, only Ukrainian citizens are allowed to leave Moldova toward Odesa via the Palanca – Maiaky – Udobne and Tudora border crossing points. An additional requirement is that vehicles must weigh no more than seven tons.
Head of GR Bazilevych: During full-scale war, Russians attacked 400 Nova Poshta branches
The Russian army has destroyed hundreds of facilities belonging to Nova Poshta and killed more than 20 employees at their workplaces.