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.
Society and Culture
01 January 2025
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.
Ukraine’s government modifies border crossing rules for men aged 18 to 25
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has introduced changes to the border crossing regulations for men aged 18 to 25 during martial law.
Adela Knapova, Czech journalist and writer:
'Ukrainians amazed me with their incredible strength'
Howard Buffett meets with Ukrainian border guards to discuss future cooperation
American businessman and philanthropist Howard Graham Buffett visited the southern border infrastructure of Ukraine and engaged in discussions with border guards about future collaboration.
Government allocates UAH 175.5B for Medical Guarantee Program in 2025
The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers has allocated 175.5 billion UAH to implement the Medical Guarantee Program (MGP) in 2025, which is 16 billion UAH more than last year.
30 December 2024
Ukraine launches initiative to create rehabilitation center for women freed from captivity
Oksana Hryhorieva, Gender Advisor to the Commander of the AFU Ground Forces, together with Ukrainian artist Max Barskih, has initiated a charitable project aimed at establishing a rehabilitation center for women who have survived Russian captivity.
70 defenders of Chernobyl NPP still held captive by Russians
On Monday, December 30, five defenders — servicemen of the National Guard who had been guarding the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant — were released from Russian captivity. However, 70 defenders of the Chernobyl NPP remain in captivity.
Former Espreso TV journalist Roman Borshch released from captivity
Former Espreso TV journalist Roman Borshch has been freed from captivity as part of today's prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia.
Coordination Headquarters: 1,358 Ukrainians freed from Russian captivity in 2024
As many as 1,358 Ukrainians were freed from Russian captivity in 2024, including 189 released on December 30.
Ukraine returns 189 defenders, civilians from Russian captivity
Another exchange of prisoners took place between Ukraine and Russia - 187 Ukrainian soldiers and two civilians returned home.
Ukraine's Justice Ministry restores first three registers after Russian cyberattack
The Ukrainian Justice Ministry has restored three key notarial registers that were suspended following a large-scale cyberattack by the Russian Federation.
Nearly 200 disability decisions by MSEC revoked – Minister
Law enforcement agencies have referred over 2,000 cases of questionable disability statuses issued by Medical-Social Expert Commissions (MSEC) to the Ministry of Health of Ukraine. Following reviews, disability statuses for 188 individuals have already been revoked.
First Lady meets with orphans from Chernivtsi region
During Christmas holidays, First Lady Olena Zelenska met with children from an orphanage in Chernivtsi region, where the Olena Zelenska Foundation is a mentor.
29 December 2024
Rally in support of prisoners of war, missing defenders held in Ternopil
A rally in support of prisoners of war and missing defenders was held in the center of Ternopil on Sunday.
Ukraine's Health Minister outlines priorities for 2025
Among the Ministry of Health priorities for the coming year are certain issues related to providing rehabilitation services to citizens.
Ukraine’s Air Force dismisses fake report on Ukrainian pilot “captured” in Kursk region
The reports spread by Russian media claiming a Ukrainian war pilot allegedly surrendered to the Russian forces in Kursk region are false.