Submarine sabotage: SSU reveals new details of special operation in Novorossiysk
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has revealed new details about how a Russian submarine was targeted in Novorossiysk on the night of December 15.
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Chernobyl shelter may not withstand second Russian strike, plant director says
The shelter over the destroyed reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant (ChNPP) was damaged during a Russian attack earlier this year and may not survive a second strike.
CEC resumes operation of State Voter Register
On Tuesday, December 22, the Central Election Commission (CEC) adopted a resolution resuming the operation of the State Voter Register.
Zelensky to von der Leyen: Current talks could fundamentally alter situation
President Volodymyr Zelensky said in a conversation with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen that the negotiations which are currently ongoing could fundamentally change the situation, stressing the importance of unified pressure by all partners on Russia to achieve peace.
Over 1,500 people tortured in Russian detention chambers in Kherson region
In the Kherson region, more than 1,500 people were tortured in Russian torture chambers. The occupiers took people to torture chambers not only to “extract” information or force them to cooperate, but in some cases, the victims or their relatives were forced to pay a “ransom” for their freedom.
Poland receives request from Ukraine to extradite Russian archaeologist - Media
Poland has received a request from Ukraine to extradite Russian archaeologist Alexander B., whom Kyiv has declared wanted for illegal excavations in Crimea following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Mykola Tochytskyi, Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the Council of Europe
If it were not for the decision of the Council of Europe, international law would no longer exist
Russia hardly mobilizes residents of large cities to avoid “destabilizing” political sentiment – UK intelligence
Russia is sustaining massive losses in its war against Ukraine. Yet, it primarily mobilizes residents of poorer regions, meaning that Russians from major cities are disproportionately less likely to fight and die. In this way, the Kremlin is deliberately limiting losses among the politically active urban population.
President receives briefing from Umerov and Hnatov on meetings with Trump representatives
President Volodymyr Zelensky received a detailed briefing from Rustem Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, and Andrii Hnatov, Chief of the General Staff, following meetings with representatives of U.S. President Donald Trump. Drafts of several documents have been prepared.
Air Defense Forces neutralize 587 UAVs and 34 cruise missiles used by Russia to attack Ukraine
As of 11:30, according to preliminary data, Air Defense Forces neutralized 621 Russian aerial targets: 587 unmanned aerial vehicles of various types and 34 Kh-101 and Iskander-K cruise missiles launched by Russia against Ukraine since the evening of December 22.
Ship carrying Ukrainian soy damaged in Odesa port after overnight Russian attack
A Lebanon-flagged vessel carrying Ukrainian soy was damaged as a result of the December 23 attack on Odesa's port infrastructure.
Russia launches more than 650 drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine – Zelensky
Overnight and in the morning, Russia launched more than 650 drones at Ukraine, a significant number of them Shahed-type UAVs, as well as more than three dozen missiles. At least 13 regions were targeted.
Enemies shell three settlements in Kharkiv region, damaging civilian infrastructure
Over the past day, the Russian army shelled three settlements in the Kharkiv region, damaging civilian infrastructure.
Drone attack in Odesa region: Energy, port, industrial, and residential infrastructure damaged
In the Odesa region, damage to energy, port, transport, industrial, and residential infrastructure was reported overnight as a result of an attack by Russian drones.
War update: more than 200 clashes on frontline, fiercest battles are in Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka sectors
A total of 205 combat engagements between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian invaders were recorded along the frontline over the past day, December 22.
Russian army loses another 1,420 soldiers in war against Ukraine
The total combat losses of Russian troops in manpower from February 24, 2022, to December 23, 2025, reached about 1,199,280 people, 1,420 of whom were eliminated in the last 24 hours.
Downed Russian drone carrying cluster munitions neutralized in Chernihiv region
Explosives experts from the Chernihiv region police defused a downed enemy drone equipped with cluster munitions.
Drone operators strike Russian Grad multiple launch rocket system near Myrnohrad
In Malynivtsi, Donetsk region, operators of strike drones from the Perun corps unmanned systems battalion of the 79th separate airborne assault Tavriia brigade struck an enemy BM-21 Grad multiple launch rocket system.
Sweden releases sanctioned Russian ship after customs inspection
Swedish customs released the Russian ship Adler, which was under sanctions and inspected by customs officials over the weekend.
Partisan agents conduct recon at key Russian naval facility in Sevastopol
Agents of the partisan movement ATESH carried out comprehensive reconnaissance of the territory of the 13th Ship Repair Plant of the Russian Ministry of Defense’s Black Sea Fleet in temporarily occupied Sevastopol.
22 December 2025
Zelensky on Ukrainian diplomatic strikes: results seen almost every day
Volodymyr Zelensky thanked the Ukrainian military for their effective long-range strikes on Russian targets and stressed that international pressure is intensifying against Russia's oil and gas exports.
Zelensky: US delegation returns to Ukraine, report on negotiations expected in morning
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the return of the Ukrainian negotiating team from the United States and said he was awaiting a detailed report on the documents drafted, particularly on security guarantees.
Border battles continue in Hrabovske, Sumy region - AFU
Ukrainian defense forces continue to fight Russian occupiers in the area of the village of Hrabivske in Sumy region, while the enemy, taking advantage of its proximity to the border, has evacuated civilians from the village.
Ukrainian diplomats keep Russia off every international platform in 2025 – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky greeted Ukrainian diplomats on their professional holiday, noting that this year they did not yield a single international platform to Russia on any issue critical to Ukraine.
Ukraine to form broad working group to prepare elections under martial law – Speaker
Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk signed an order to create a working group to prepare a draft law on holding elections during wartime. The group will include representatives of all parliamentary factions and groups without exception, as well as civil society experts.
Zelensky reviews candidates for key Air Command “South” post
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said following a meeting of the Staff that several candidates have already been proposed for the position of commander of Air Command “South,” and a decision is being prepared.
Peace Diplomacy-2025: Ukrainian "aikido" in negotiations and "karate" in the security sphere
On past miscalculations and the real levers available to Ukraine on the path to peace
War update: 100 clashes on front lines, fiercest battles are in Pokrovsk sector
Since the beginning of the day, 100 combat engagements have been recorded on the front, with fighting ongoing across seven sectors. The enemy continues to exert pressure on the Pokrovsk sector.
For Europe, deterring Russia means investing more in NATO – Norway’s Chief of Defence
Europe will become stronger if it consistently pursues defense-strengthening goals within NATO.
Norway learns lessons of war in Ukraine — Chief of Defense Kristoffersen
Norway is learning the lessons of the war in Ukraine at both the tactical and strategic levels.