ESC 2023: TVORCHI to represent Ukraine in Liverpool
The Ukrainian band TVORCHI will represent the country at Eurovision Song Contest 2023 with their entry Heart of Steel.
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17 December 2022
Ukraine planning to open more than 15,000 ‘points of invincibility’ – PM Shmyhal
The Cabinet of Ministers approved a procedure for the organization and operation of "points of invincibility”. It is planned to open a total of 15,000 such points throughout Ukraine.
Ukraine returns two more children from Russia and temporarily occupied territories
Ukraine returned two more children who had been held by the Russian invaders in the temporarily occupied territories and in the Russian Federation.
Klitschko: Heat supply restored to 75% of Kyiv residents
In Kyiv, heat supply has been restored to 75% of residents.
Peace Light of Bethlehem handed over to Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi
The representatives of Plast National Scout Organization of Ukraine have handed over the Peace Light of Bethlehem to Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi.
Christmas tree being decorated in Sophia Square
A symbolic Christmas tree of invincibility is being decorated in Kyiv’s Sophia Square. Corresponding assembly works are near completion.
Kherson residents asked to return firearms issued amid formation of territorial defense units
The Ukrainian military is asking residents of the recently liberated Kherson to voluntarily turn in all weapons received during their recruitment to the local Territorial Defense Brigade.
UNHCR launches aid payments to Ukrainians using blockchain technology
UNHCR has launched a first-of-its-kind integrated blockchain payment solution powered by the Stellar network to reach people in need with speed, agility, and accountability.
Kyiv subway resumes operation
The Kyiv subway resumed work on the morning of December 17.
16 December 2022
Russian invaders destroy Golden Cabinet in Khan's Palace in occupied Crimea
Russian invaders dismantled the roof and ensemble of colored stained glass windows of the Golden Cabinet in the Khan's Palace in Bakhchisarai, occupied Crimea.
More than 550 Russian-damaged apartment blocks already restored in Kyiv region
More than 4,500 objects, including more than 550 apartment blocks, which were damaged as a result of the Russian armed aggression, have been restored in Kyiv region.
15 December 2022
French regulator told to reconsider RSF’s request for ban on Russian propaganda broadcasts by Eutelsat
In response to a request by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), France’s Council of State has overruled French broadcasting regulator ARCOM’s assertion that it lacks the legal authority to order Eutelsat, the French satellite operator, to stop transmitting the signals of Russian propaganda media on its satellites.
European Parliament recognizes Holodomor as genocide against Ukrainian people
The European Parliament adopted by a majority of votes the resolution on the 90th anniversary of the Holodomor in Ukraine, recognizing the terrible events of the 1930s as the genocide against the Ukrainian people.
PM Shmyhal: Ukraine negotiates further support for displaced persons with UN
Ukraine agrees with the UN on further support for internally displaced persons – continuation of financial assistance and creation of living conditions in winter.
Global private business wants to help by creating new jobs in Ukraine – UN
Global private business is interested in helping people in Ukraine, in particular, by creating new jobs for them in small and medium-sized enterprises.
Propaganda watchdog reviews latest Russian fakes
Russian propaganda platforms are spinning a fake story claiming university female students in Ukraine are receiving military draft summonses.
Poland changes rules of stay for Ukrainian refugees
Poland’s Parliament has voted in a number of changes to the special law on assistance to Ukrainians fleeing the war.
14 December 2022
U.S. to allocate $17M to Ukraine to support public health system
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will allocate an additional $17 million to finance the public health system recovery in Ukraine.
Olena Zelenska thanks France for helping Ukraine
First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska thanked the French Republic for its assistance to Ukraine.
Only 7% of citizens considering leaving Ukraine for winter - IOM
A reletavely small part of Ukrainians are planning to change their place of residence for the winter period despite the energy crisis caused by Russia, so international organizations should help those who stay.
Czech Senate recognizes Holodomor as genocide against Ukrainian people
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed the decision of the Senate of the Czech Republic to recognize the Holodomor of 1932-1933 as genocide against the Ukrainian people.
Peace Light of Bethlehem handed over to President of Ukraine
The Ukrainian scouts have handed over the Peace Light of Bethlehem to President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky.
European Parliament awards Sakharov Prize to Ukrainian people
The European Parliament’s 2022 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought has been awarded to the brave people of Ukraine, represented by the President of Ukraine, elected leaders and civil society.
Zelenska, Tkachenko present ‘Ukraine. Out of blackout’ project in Paris
First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska and Ukrainian Culture and Information Policy Minister Oleksandr Tkachenko have presented the project, ‘Ukraine. Out of blackout’, in Paris.
13 December 2022
NSDC Secretary: Sanctions introduced not against church but certain individuals
The National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) is introducing sanctions not against the Ukrainian Orthodox Church but against certain individuals collaborating with the aggressor state.
Parliament approves law on media
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine’s parliament, adopted the Law of Ukraine "On Media".
Photojournalists Chernov and Maloletka receive Press Freedom Award
Reporters Without Borders awarded Ukrainian photojournalists Yevhen Maloletka and Mstyslav Chernov the Press Freedom Award for reports from occupied Mariupol.
At Paris conference, Zelenska calls on participants to join restoration of Izium hospital
Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska has called on the participants in the International Conference "Solidarity with the Ukrainian People" in Paris to participate in the restoration of a hospital in Izium, Kharkiv region, which was damaged by Russian invaders.
More than 100 wounded Ukrainian soldiers receiving treatment in Poland
To date, more than 100 Ukrainian service members are being treated in Polish hospitals, as well as approximately 2,000-3,000 Ukrainian civilians.
12 December 2022
$1M for mobile intensive care units: Uber becomes new partner of United24 platform
Uber has become a new partner of the United24 platform and will help raise $1 million for mobile intensive care units for Ukrainian doctors.