Almost 2,500 customers left without electricity in Chernihiv region
In Chernihiv region, almost 2,500 subscribers are without power as a result of the destruction caused by Russian missile attacks.
Society and Culture
Volodymyr Kulyk, PhD in Political Science
Ukraine without the Russian language is alien to Russia, is way more harder to keep under control
Lack of equipment, training must not be compensated with soldiers' youth - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine says Ukraine's priority is curbing Russia's military potential rather than lowering the military draft age.
President Zelensky has no Telegram app in his phone - media
As Ukrainian intelligence continues persistently highlighting threats to national security from the Telegram messenger, President Volodymyr Zelensky has refused to use the application in his personal phone.
Mejlis calls on international community to force Russia to end war, hold it to account
On December 9, the International Day of Remembrance of Victims of the Crime of Genocide, the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar People called on the international community to force Russia to end the war against Ukraine and to hold Russian and perpetrators of crimes in Ukraine to account.
09 December 2024
Over 29,000 citizens submit applications to Ukrainian recruitment centers
As of December 9, more than 29,000 citizens have sought consultations at the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's recruitment centers, with 6,617 candidates currently in the process of position selection and registration.
Police officers evacuate ten civilians from Kupiansk district
Police officers evacuated ten civilians from the Kupiansk district in the Kharkiv region.
Maria Prymachenko’s exhibition opens at National Museum of Decorative Arts
An exhibition “Maria Prymachenko: The Unknown” has opened at the National Museum of Decorative Arts of Ukraine in Kyiv, along with the presentation of the first virtual gallery dedicated to the artist's works.
Ukrainian bishop elevated to Catholic Church Cardinal
On Saturday, December 7, in the Vatican, Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church’s Bishop Mykola Bychok serving in Melbourne, Australia, was elevated to the dignity of Cardinal of the Holy Roman Church by Pope Francis, thus becoming the world’s youngest cardinal at 44.
Lithuania to provide Ukrainian schools with 100 metal detectors
In a bid to enhance the safety of students and teachers amid the ongoing war, Lithuania will supply 100 metal detectors to Ukrainian schools.
08 December 2024
Event in The Hague discusses justice for children in wartime
A global dialogue on perspectives and strategies regarding justice for children in armed conflicts was held in The Hague, considering Ukraine’s experience.
Pope calls for ceasefire 'on all war fronts' by Christmas
Pope Francis on Sunday launched a plea directly to political leaders and to the international community that ceasefires could be agreed upon in all countries torn by war before Christmas.
U.S. Senate delegation meets with Ukrainian patrol police officers
A delegation from the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, alongside representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine and the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), visited the Patrol Police Department of Ukraine's National Police.
Ukraine to hold arts seasons in France – minister
In 2025, Ukraine plans to hold art seasons in France. The two countries will also continue collaborating on the restoration of Ukraine's cultural heritage, which has been damaged by Russian aggression.
Nearly 4.2M Ukrainians have temporary protection in EU
On October 31, nearly 4.2 million individuals who fled Ukraine due to Russia's full-scale invasion had temporary protection status in EU countries.
Be visible on road: Zelenska calls on parents to join educational campaign
Olena Zelenska, the wife of the President of Ukraine, has called on parents to join the ‘Zasvitys’ educational campaign aimed at ensuring the safety of children on the roads during the winter months.
07 December 2024
Open letter another element of pressure on Macron regarding coalition of instructors - UWC vice-president
The letter from the Franco-Ukrainian associations to President Emmanuel Macron with a call to create a coalition of military instructors for training recruits on Ukrainian soil has become the third stage of a massive campaign with the help of which Ukrainians in France are trying to influence the country's leader.
On Sunday, Ukraine’s telethon to show film about female defenders
On Sunday, December 8, at 22:15, the nationwide telethon will broadcast a documentary telling stories of six Ukrainian military servicewomen.
Ukrposhta releases new stamp ‘Letter to St. Nicholas’
Ukrposhta has opened Christmas residencies at its post offices across Ukraine and released a new stamp titled ‘Letter to St. Nicholas’.
Ukraine recovers 1,029 children from Russia – Ukraine’s Ombudsman
Ukraine has successfully repatriated 1,029 Ukrainian children from Russia so far.
Umerov offers Japan to help Ukraine with demining
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with the new Ambassador of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome.
About 318,000 civilians remain in Donetsk region, evacuation continues
About 318,000 civilians remain in Donetsk region, and mandatory evacuation in the region continues.
06 December 2024
Yermak, Zaluzhnyi present gifts to children of Ukrainian soldiers in London
In London, Andrii Yermak, Head of the Presidential Office, and Ukraine’s Ambassador to the UK, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, presented gifts to Ukrainian children whose parents died or sustained severe injuries on the frontline.
Zelensky takes part in events on Armed Forces Day
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky took part in the celebrations on the occasion of the Armed Forces Day of Ukraine.
Ukrinform HQ hoists military banners on Armed Forces Day
On the occasion of Ukraine’s Armed Forces Day, four official banners fly on the building of the Ukrainian National News Agency Ukrinform: the banner of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and three flags representing various types of Ukrainian troops.
In Ukraine, 1,222 cultural heritage sites affected by Russian war
In Ukraine, 1,222 cultural heritage sites suffered damaged as a result of Russia’s full-scale aggression, including 43 in November.
05 December 2024
Zelensky signs law to expand affordable housing for IDPs
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed into law a measure aimed at increasing affordable housing for internally displaced persons (IDPs), with provisions for a comprehensive inventory of available real estate.
International response to Russian treatment of POWs “weak” - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky, in an address to the human rights community, noted that the world’s reaction to how Russia treats Ukrainian prisoners remains weak. He also pointed out that there are still few voices speaking out on the international stage about the abducted Ukrainian children.
Veteran Policy Strategy is “living” document and will be adapted to new challenges - MoVA
The Veterans' Policy Strategy is a dynamic and flexible document that will be updated in accordance with the needs of veterans.