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Russian forces strike Pivdennyi Port in Odesa region

In the morning of December 20, Russian forces struck infrastructure at the Pivdennyi Port in Ukraine’s Odesa region, with hits recorded on storage tanks.

Logistics in Odesa region to be stabilized within days – Recovery Agency

Repair work on a damaged bridge in Ukraine’s Odesa region is ongoing, and the logistics situation is expected to improve in the coming days.

SSU drones strike two Russian Su-27 jets at Belbek airbase in occupied Crimea

Long-range drones operated by the Alpha Special Operations Center of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) have struck two Russian Su-27 fighter jets at the Belbek military airbase in temporarily occupied Crimea.

Partisans scout location of Russian artillery regiment involved in shelling of Kherson

The partisan movement “ATESH” has identified the location of the Simferopol 8th Artillery Regiment of the Russian Armed Forces, which was involved in the shelling of Kherson.

Melnyk predicts consequences for countries that do not vote to support Ukraine at UN General Assembly

Three Ukrainian resolutions adopted by the General Assembly in December were a success for Ukraine, but the diplomatic situation at the UN platform is becoming more complicated and requires non-standard solutions, Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the UN Аndrii Melnyk believes.

Sikorski “awards” Orbán with Order of Lenin after statement on Russian assets

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski “honored” Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's post about blocking a loan to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets with the Order of Lenin.

SSU opens treason case against Mindich, MP says

The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has opened a case of treason against Timur Mindich, a figure in the anti-corruption operation Midas.

Ukrainian delegation to hold security consultations in U.S., with European partners involved

The Ukrainian delegation led by Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov will hold another round of talks in the United States on December 19.

Zelensky holds talks with Polish Sejm Marshal on defense and economy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Marshal of the Polish Sejm Włodzimierz Czarzasty during which the sides discussed strengthening defense cooperation, economic partnership, and support for Ukrainians who have found temporary refuge in Poland.

NATO denies drop in arms supplies to Ukraine after U.S. policy shift

NATO has stated that the volume of weapons supplies to Ukraine has not decreased despite changes in U.S. policy following Donald Trump’s return to power.

Dronivka and Serebrianka in Donetsk region are not captured by enemy – military

The Ukrainian Defense Forces are holding positions within Dronivka and Serebrianka in the Donetsk region, as well as on adjacent lines.

Ukraine’s Ambassador to Bulgaria urges respect for presumption of innocence in case involving her son

Ukraine’s Ambassador to Bulgaria, Olesia Ilashchuk, has called for restraint from speculation and political interpretations regarding the detention of her son, urging that official legal conclusions be awaited.

Ukrainian, British defense officials discuss bolstering Ukraine's air defense

Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and the UK Chief of the Defense Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, discussed Ukraine's needs for repelling enemy air attacks and a joint project to produce the Ukrainian Octopus interceptor drone.

Putin claims Ukraine started war with support from Western countries

During his annual end-of-year press conference on Friday, December 19, Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin said he would not bear responsibility for the deaths of Ukrainians in 2026 if Russia were to reject a peace plan proposed by the United States.

SSU strikes Russian shadow fleet tanker for first time in neutral waters of Mediterranean Sea

The Security Service of Ukraine has carried out a new, unprecedented special operation, more than 2,000 kilometers from Ukraine's territory.

Australia delivers last batch of Abrams tanks to Ukraine

Australia has completed the transfer of M1A1 Abrams main battle tanks to Ukraine as part of its military aid package.

Zelensky’s Visit to Poland: Will Tensions Between Kyiv and Warsaw Ease?

Vadym Skibitsky, Deputy Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate at the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine

Russia is stepping up its efforts on the “European front”

Trump signs into law defense budget act providing $400M for Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, which includes $400 million in assistance for Ukraine.

Trump urges Ukraine to 'move quickly' for peace, warns Russians may 'change their mind'

U.S. President Donald Trump has said that negotiations to end the war are "getting close to something" and that Ukraine should hurry so that the Russians do not "change their mind."

UNGA adopts resolution on human rights violations in temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories

The UN General Assembly has adopted an updated resolution titled “The Situation of Human Rights in the Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine, including the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the City of Sevastopol.”

Ukraine, NATO discuss aircraft, missiles to counter Russia’s air attacks

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine discussed the provision of weapons, aircraft, and surface-to-air guided missiles to Ukraine to strengthen air defense during talks with the Director General of the NATO International Military Staff, Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrėnas.

Traffic to Moldova border in Odesa region restricted after Russian attack

In the Odesa region, traffic to certain border crossing points on the Ukrainian-Moldovan border has been restricted following a Russian air attack.

Russian drone hits civilian car in Odesa region, mother killed, three children injured

In the Odesa district, a Russian drone struck a civilian car traveling across a bridge, killing a woman and injuring her three children.

Zelensky: We will not remove course toward NATO membership from Constitution

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said does not see the need to amend Ukraine's Constitution to remove the country's course toward NATO membership.

Zelensky: If Ukraine does not receive tranche in spring, drone production can be reduced

The absence of partner funding next year may affect Ukraine’s drone production and its long-range capabilities.

Blackout in Odesa region: Artsyz remains without power, “technical solutions” found for other customers

In the Odesa region, following Russia’s massive attack on December 13, power engineers have found technical solutions to restore electricity to the homes of nearly all customers. At the same time, residents of Artsyz have been without electricity for the sixth consecutive day, as a substation in the city has been destroyed.

Ukraine not ready to withdraw from Donetsk region as US seeks compromise – Zelensky

Ukraine is not ready to withdraw from the Donetsk region, while the aggressor state Russia is seeking the complete seizure of Donbas. Against this backdrop, the United States is looking for a compromise solution.

Russian forces strike educational institution in Sumy

Russia has carried out strikes on an educational institution in Sumy, with rescuers extinguishing a fire and inspecting the site.

NATO general highlights Ukrainian combat experience most valuable to Alliance

Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrenas, Director General of the NATO International Military Staff, praised the work of Ukrainian officers within NATO and emphasized that the main exchange of experience takes place at the joint training and analytical center.