Russian aggression leaves 1,255 cultural monuments across Ukraine damaged
In Ukraine, 1,255 cultural heritage monuments have been damaged as a result of Russia’s full-scale aggression, including 33 in December alone.
Society and Culture
Poland warns of fake mobilization summonses for Ukrainians
Poland’s Office for Foreigners’ Affairs (UDSC) has refuted authorship of fake mobilization summonses sent in Polish to Ukrainians residing in the country.
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What Makes Culture Crucial for and Integral to Ukraine’s National Security
2025 will be the year of cultural conservation and resilience. It is crucial to make sure no crime against cultural heritage goes unpunished
Over thousand expert teams replace MSECs in Ukraine – Minister of Health
More than a thousand expert teams have been established in 209 healthcare facilities, employing over 4,500 doctors.
02 January 2025
Ministry of Culture to appeal to UNESCO for mechanism to preserve Kyiv’s historical center
The Ministry of Culture and Strategic Communications of Ukraine (MCSC) plans to appeal to UNESCO for the establishment of a mechanism to protect and preserve the architectural integrity of the historical streets in Kyiv's center.
Hospitals in Ternopil region receive medical equipment worth over UAH 95M
Hospitals in Ternopil region have received expensive medical equipment valued at over 95 million UAH with the support of the Ministry of Health (MOH).
SBI investigating reports of violations in Anna of Kyiv Brigade
The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) is looking into reports published in the media regarding violations in the 155th Mechanized Brigade named after Anna of Kyiv.
Over 4,700 people remain missing in Kyiv region amid war
In Kyiv region, 4,791 people have been considered missing since the start of the full-scale war.
Resilience rate: Ukrainians surveyed on readiness to bear war burden
As of December, Ukraine has seen a slight decrease (to 57%) in the share of those who are prepared to bear the burden of war for as long as it takes.
No mass New Year's events held in Crimea – Chubarov
In the temporarily occupied Crimea, no mass New Year's events were held due to a ban by the occupation authorities.
Winter Support project: Ukrainians receive UAH 3.9B in 2024 for purchasing warm clothing
Over 590,000 Ukrainians have received assistance totaling 3.9 billion UAH for the purchase of warm children's clothing under the Winter Support project.
"Solidarity Bell" made of bullet casings rings at Washington cathedral, in first
A bell made of bullet casings used in the war in Ukraine, engraved with lines from a Taras Shevchenko poem and symbolizing solidarity with Ukraine, rang for the first time at Washington's National Cathedral.
New disability determination system launched in Ukraine on Jan 1
Starting January 1, 2025, the status of disability in Ukraine will no longer be determined by the Medical and Social Expert Commissions (МSЕC), but based on an assessment of daily functioning, i.e., evaluating the impact of injury or illness on everyday activities.
New law on preschool education comes into effect in Ukraine
Starting January 1, 2025, the Law of Ukraine "On Preschool Education" has come into force, introducing significant changes to the country's preschool education system.
01 January 2025
Another child returned to Ukrainian-controlled territory
As part of President Volodymyr Zelensky's initiative Bring Kids Back UA, another child has been successfully returned home from the temporarily occupied southern regions of Ukraine.
Russians ban Ukrainian Christmas traditions in occupied areas
In addition to the ban on images of St. Nicholas, the Russian occupiers in the temporarily occupied territories have introduced a complete taboo on the Ukrainian Christmas tradition of Vertep, the Nativity Scenes and other mystery plays symbolizing the victory of good over evil.
Reshetylova tells of first steps at helm of military ombudsperson’s office
The draft law on the military ombudsperson will be submitted to the President for approval in the coming days.
Ukraine becomes ICC member state
On January 1, 2025, Ukraine became the 125th state to join the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and, starting that date, will have the same rights as other member states, meaning it will be a full member of the ICC, including the ability to participate in elections, propose amendments, and more.
Program of Medical Guarantees for 2025 launched in Ukraine
On January 1, the Program of Medical Guarantees (PMG) for 2025 officially came into effect in Ukraine.
SES denies reports about death of Patron the dog
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SES) has denied reports circulating online about the death of Patron the dog.
Zelensky congratulates Ukrainians on New Year
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has extended his New Year's greetings to the people of Ukraine.
31 December 2024
CinC Syrskyi congratulates Ukrainian defenders on New Year
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi has expressed his gratitude to Ukraine's defenders for enduring a "year of fierce and uncompromising struggle" and preserving the nation's independence through their resilience and strength.
Ukrainians have won every day of 2024 - Zelensky
2024 was another step towards Victory and life without war.
Zelensky signs law on deferral of mobilization for those released from captivity, relatives of war dead
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law that provides for the right to defer mobilization to the army for persons whose close relatives were killed or went missing while participating in hostilities.
4 more children returned to Ukraine from occupation
Four children from the temporarily occupied part of Kherson region have been returned to the territory controlled by Ukraine.
Over 400 children returned to Ukrainian-controlled territory in 2024
Since the beginning of 2024, as many as 449 children have been brought back to Ukrainian-controlled territory, including five who recently escaped from temporarily occupied territories along with their mothers through President Volodymyr Zelensky's initiative, Bring Kids Back UA.
Support rally for POWs held in Zaporizhzhia
On December 31, families of prisoners of war gathered in Zaporizhzhia to hold a rally aimed at reminding society about their loved ones still held in captivity.
Iconic photos of 2024 from Ukrinform
A collection of images captured by Ukrinform's photo correspondents highlights the resilience and indomitability of Ukrainians amid the war unleashed by Russia.