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Russian strike hits Odesa ports: injuries, damage reported

The Russian military launched a strike with Shahed drones and ballistic missiles on two ports in Odesa region, injuring one person and damaging port infrastructure.

Spox Voloshyn: enemy resumes assaults near Antonivsky Bridge, attempts landing on Bilohrudy Island

Russian troops are attempting to land on Bilohrudy Island, have resumed assaults near Antonivsky Bridge, and continue to shell Kherson and surrounding areas, but Ukrainian Defense Forces are holding most of the islands at the mouth of the Dnipro River.

Enemies attack one of state-owned mines, fire breaks out, workers wounded

Due to enemy drone strikes on the night of December 12, a fire broke out on the territory of one of the state-owned coal mines, and two workers were wounded.

Air Defense Forces destroy 64 out of 80 Russian drones

Air Defense Forces destroyed 64 of the 80 drones used by Russians to attack Ukraine since the evening of December 11.

Ukrainian Ground Forces mark their day amid ongoing war

On December 12, Ukraine marks Ground Forces Day. Established by a presidential decree on October 18, 1997, the holiday honors the contributions of the Ground Forces – the largest branch of the Armed Forces of Ukraine – in ensuring the country’s defense capabilities.

Russia loses 1,400 troops, one aircraft in Ukraine over past day

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, total Russian combat losses in the war against Ukraine from February 24, 2022, to December 12, 2025, amount to approximately 1,186,480 personnel, including 1,400 losses in the past 24 hours.

SBU detains two Russian agents who were preparing strikes on TPPs, HPPs in Kyiv region

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has detained two Russian agents who were preparing strikes on thermal and hydroelectric power plants in the Kyiv region.

Cost of restoring depot and trains in Fastiv estimated at around UAH 400M

The total cost of restoring the passenger depot and 27 destroyed electric train carriages in Fastiv, Kyiv region, following Russia’s large-scale attack is estimated at about UAH 400 million.

War update: 165 clashes on frontline, Ukrainian forces eliminate 125 Russian troops in Pokrovsk sector

Ukrainian forces engaged in 165 combat clashes with Russian invaders on December 11, with nearly half of them recorded in the Pokrovsk sector.

First foundation-course groups may begin studies as early as January — Ministry of Education

The first groups of the foundation course may begin their studies as early as January 2026, with the state covering tuition for eligible applicants in specific categories.

Ukraine at OSCE: Russia preparing for long war, not for peace

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is openly displaying imperial ambitions and preparing for a prolonged war against Ukraine and further escalation on the European continent, as evidenced also by his recent decrees.

Air defenses neutralize 83 drones, two Iskander missiles used in Russia's overnight attack on Ukraine

Ukraine's air defenses neutralized 83 drones and two Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles launched by Russia in an attack that began on the evening of December 10.

Russian troops lose 1,460 soldiers in day in war against Ukraine

The total combat losses of Russian troops from February 24, 2022, to December 11, 2025, in the war against Ukraine amount to approximately 1,185,080 people, including 1,460 people over the past day.

Russian forces strike Zaporizhzhia region

Russian troops launched a missile strike on the Zaporizhzhia region.

SSU naval drones strike Russian “shadow fleet” tanker in Black Sea - source

Today, SSU Sea Baby marine drones struck the Dashan oil tanker, which belongs to the Russian Federation's “shadow fleet,” in the Black Sea.

Poland may transfer MiG-29 aircraft to Ukraine in January-February

Warsaw may transfer the rest of its MiG-29s to Kyiv in January-February next year. They will strengthen Ukraine's air defense, in particular, they will enable Ukraine to shoot down Russian missiles and attack Russian missile carriers and guided missiles.

Defense forces refute Russian false claims about capture of Siversk

In the Sloviansk direction, the Defense Forces are destroying Russian invaders in Siversk and its approaches, preventing small enemy assault groups from infiltrating the city.

Air Defense Forces destroy 50 out of 80 Russian drones

Air Defense Forces destroyed 50 out of 80 drones used by Russians to attack Ukraine since the evening of December 9.

Call sign “Trump”: Surrender Donbas? But how then will you look into the eyes of children of the soldiers who fought and died there?

Russia loses 1,010 soldiers in Ukraine war over past day

Russia suffered approximately 1,183,620 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and December 10, 2025, with 1,160 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.

Zelensky confirms use of Sapsan ballistic missile

President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that the Ukrainian Armed Forces are currently using long-range Neptun missiles, extended-range Neptuns, the Palianytsia and Flamingo systems, and have now begun employing the Sapsan ballistic missile.

Zelensky: ready for elections, but security comes first

President Volodymyr Zelensky said he is prepared for elections to be held in Ukraine, but stressed that their legitimacy and feasibility depend on security and changes to legislation. He also called on the United States, the European Union and the Ukrainian parliament to help create the conditions needed for elections during wartime.

Ukraine to UN: energy dollars fuel Russia’s aggression

Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Andrii Melnyk, outlined what he described as the main reason why Russia is able to continue its war and urged the international community to step up sanctions against Russian energy exports.

Number of civilian casualties rises significantly over past six months – UN

Between June and November 2025, the number of civilian casualties resulting from Russian aggression against Ukraine increased significantly in both frontline and urban areas.

Military prepare backup routes ahead of Russian strike on Pechenihy Dam – Trehubov

Damage to the Pechenihy Dam in Kharkiv region did not come as a surprise to the Defense Forces, the military had prepared in advance for such a scenario and laid out backup routes.

Authorities in Ternopil begin dismantling building struck by Russian missile

In Ternopil, the dismantling of a multi-apartment building at 8 Vasyl Stus Street, which was hit by a Russian missile on November 19, has begun.

Authorities in Ternopil begin dismantling building struck by Russian missile

In Ternopil, the dismantling of a multi-apartment building at 8 Vasyl Stus Street, which was hit by a Russian missile on November 19, has begun.

Ukrainian forces blocking Russian attempts to enter northern Pokrovsk – military

Search-and-assault operations and the elimination of Russian invaders in the urban areas of Pokrovsk continue, with Ukraine’s Defense Forces blocking attempts by the enemy to infiltrate the northern part of the town.