Over six million Ukrainians receive 1,000 UAH under Winter eSupport program – PM
More than 6 million citizens have already received 1,000 UAH under the Winter eSupport program. Additionally, payments for the Warm Winter program started this month.
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24 December 2024
38 people evacuated from Kupiansk, Borivske over past day
In Kharkiv region, 38 more people were evacuated from Kupiansk and Borivske directions during the day.
Caritas calls for continued assistance to Ukraine throughout most difficult winter since war-start
The Austrian charity organization Caritas has called on citizens and the federal government in Austria to continue assisting the Ukrainian people, especially through the most challenging winter since Russia’s full-scale invasion.
Zelensky meets with representatives of churches on eve of Christmas, Hanukkah
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with representatives of the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations, congratulating them on the upcoming holidays, Christmas and Hanukkah.
23 December 2024
Ukrainian soldier survives 36 days in hostility zone with tourniquet on
A soldier who survived 36 days with a tourniquet on a limb, unable to evacuate the battlefield amid an intense drone threat, survived the ordeal and underwent surgical intervention in Kharkiv.
Next year, MoD will allocate UAH 2.1B for food for military in hospitals
Next year, the Ministry of Defense will allocate UAH 2.1 billion for improved nutrition for soldiers recovering in civilian medical facilities.
POW list released by Russia includes civilian hostages, Ukraine officials say
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has processed the list previously published by Russian Ombudsperson Tatyana Moskalkova holding the names of 630 Ukrainians whom Russia refers to as prisoners of war.
40% of Ukrainians believe Kursk operation strengthens Ukraine’s negotiating position
A relative majority of Ukrainians (40%) believe that the offensive operation by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Russia’s Kursk region has improved Kyiv’s chances of achieving its goals in peace negotiations.
Daily passenger traffic at Ukrainian border up to 150K over weekend
Over the past weekend, more than 150,000 people crossed the Ukrainian border in both directions daily, which is marks one of the record highs since martial law was imposed.
Russian propaganda threatens “powerful strike” – CCD addresses Ukrainians
Russian propaganda is spreading information about the alleged preparation of a "powerful strike." However, it is important to remember that the danger persists daily, and the enemy does not warn about attacks in advance.
22 December 2024
Tens of thousands of students protesting in Belgrade over Novi Sad tragedy
Students, who have been blocking universities for almost a month, gathered for a peaceful rally in the central square of the Serbian capital Belgrade on December 22.
In Lviv, families of prisoners of war held rallies to remind of those who will spend Christmas in torture chambers
In Lviv, the families of prisoners of war held rallies to remind them of those who will spend Christmas in Russian dungeons.
Sting sang “Shape of My Heart” to accompaniment of Ukrainian soldier
In Los Angeles, the British singer Sting sang his hit song “Shape of My Heart” to the accompaniment of Ukrainian military and bandura player Taras Stolyar.
Scouts present Peace Light of Bethlehem to Zelensky
Members of Ukraine's Plast National Scout Organization handed over the symbolic Peace Light of Bethlehem to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on December 22.
Pro-Russian actors behind rallies against “rights violations in Ukraine” - watchdog
Reports about the rallies "against human rights violations in Ukraine" announced in several European cities is part of a wider campaign orchestrated by pro-Russian forces.
Russians building up TV, radio network in occupied areas to bolster propaganda
Russian invaders are implementing a program to build up a television and radio network in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine to further spread their propaganda narratives targeting the local population.
21 December 2024
Residents of TOT will be required to have Russian “car insurance” from new year - NRC
Starting from the new year, car owners in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine will be required to have a document on Russian civil liability insurance.
Ukraine flies another 34 people, including 15 children, out of Syria - defense intel
Ukraine has evacuated another 34 persons, including 15 children, from the territory of Syria through Lebanon.
The Netherlands, partners invest over EUR 200M in Ukraine's digital security
The Netherlands and its partners have invested over €200 million in the Tallinn Mechanism, the main task of which is to strengthen Ukraine's digital security.
Defending identity key to people's and state's survival – Tochytskyi
Defending identity and subjectivity is crucial to ensuring the survival of both the people and the state, Ukraine's Minister of Culture and Strategic Communications, Mykola Tochytsky, said.
20 December 2024
Atlantic Council names five facts world has learned about Ukraine since Russia's invasion
Since the onset of Russia's full-scale invasion, the world has gained a clearer understanding of Ukraine, as the country emerges from the shadow of Russian disinformation and years of international obscurity.
Germany spends up to EUR 8B supporting Ukrainian refugees – Scholz
Germany has allocated up to EUR 8 billion to support Ukrainian asylum seekers who have arrived since the onset of the full-scale war.
MIA service centers temporarily suspend certain services due to failures in state registries
Due to a malfunction in some state registries, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine (MIA) service centers have temporarily suspended certain vehicle-related services.
Civil Protection Coalition: Shmyhal holds meeting with ministers
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal convened a meeting to discuss practical steps for the establishment and operation of the Civil Protection Coalition.
Parliament adopts law on compensation for destroyed housing in TOT
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted as a whole the draft law No. 11161, which simplifies the procedure for awarding compensation for destroyed or damaged property located in the territories of active hostilities or temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation.
19 December 2024
AFU clarify how to properly process exemptions
In the Unified State Register of Conscripts, Persons Liable for Military Service and Reservists, exemptions for employees appear automatically only if processed through the Diia portal. In other cases, additional steps must be taken by contacting the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center (TRC).
Parliament backs amendments to legislation on compulsory social insurance
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a law amending certain legislative acts on compulsory state social insurance.
18 December 2024
Russia launches massive disinfo effort to undermine support for Ukraine
Russia has launched a large-scale disinformation campaign against Ukraine, aiming to undermine international support for the embattled nation.
Minister: Germany's December support will help 2.6 million Ukrainians survive winter
The EUR 90 million winter aid package for Ukraine, officially handed over by German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development Svenja Schulze, will help Ukraine survive this winter.
Fifth Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen to be held in Kyiv - Olena Zelenska
The Ukrainian President’s spouse, Olena Zelenska, announced that the next, fifth Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen will be held in Kyiv.