09:59, 26 Dec
Ukraine can secure safety guarantees without joining NATO, according to Foreign Affairs.
Ukraine does not need to join NATO to receive direct military support from the West. A coalition of European countries could offer security guarantees by pledging assistance to Ukraine in the event of future conflicts with Russia.
09:59, 26 Dec
The U.S. condemned the Russian shelling of Ukraine on Christmas Day.
U.S. Special Representative Keith Kellogg responded to the massive missile attack by Russia on Ukraine during Christmas. Kellogg emphasized that Christmas should be a time of peace, yet Ukraine once again faced bombardment. In light of this, the United States is more determined than ever to establish peace.
09:59, 26 Dec
Romanians rescued three Ukrainians wandering in the snowy Carpathians while wearing sneakers.
Romanian rescuers located three Ukrainians alive after they crossed the border into Romania through the Maramureș Mountains on Tuesday evening. The individuals sought assistance from authorities after realizing they were lost. All three showed signs of hypothermia, and one suffered an injury. The Ukrainians were handed over to medical personnel, and Romanian authorities stated they would initiate legal procedures to allow them to remain in the country.
09:58, 26 Dec
Russia is once again targeting Ukraine with Shahed drones: air raid alerts are ongoing in several regions.
On the night of December 26, the Russian army launched "Shahed" kamikaze drones at Ukraine. Air raid alerts were issued in several regions, including Kyiv. Additionally, there are reports of the redeployment of long-range aviation.
09:58, 26 Dec
A soldier stole goods worth 16,055 hryvnias from Epicenter and pawned them. The court has made its decision on the matter.
A soldier periodically stole merchandise from Epicenter and pawned it. He caused the hypermarket a total loss of 16,055 hryvnias. This information is detailed in the verdict of the Babushkinsky District Court of Dnipropetrovsk, published on March 20, 2024.
09:58, 26 Dec
After Russia's Christmas attack, Biden instructed the Pentagon to boost military aid to Ukraine.
U.S. President Joe Biden has responded to Russia's widespread attack on Christmas. He announced that he has instructed the Pentagon to increase the supply of weapons to Ukraine. According to Biden, the U.S. has provided Ukraine with hundreds of air defense missiles in recent months, with even more on the way.
09:58, 26 Dec
Istanbul Agreements: the conditions under which Russia attempted to force Ukraine into a disgraceful capitulation in 2022.
At the end of the third year of the devastating war with Russia, many Ukrainians are reflecting on whether it was wise to continue the conflict for so long or if it would have been more prudent to sign the Istanbul agreements in the spring of 2022. An informant has obtained a nearly finalized version of this document dated April 15, 2022. A close examination reveals that it was not a pathway to peace but rather a trap set by Putin, aimed at ultimately bringing Ukraine under his control by first rendering our nation incapable of resisting aggression. Let’s analyze this point by point.
09:58, 26 Dec
Drones attacked Russia's Belgorod region, causing partial power outages for residents.
On the night of Thursday, December 26, drones attacked the Belgorod region of Russia. Power outages were reported in several localities, but no further details about the consequences have been disclosed by Russian authorities.
09:58, 26 Dec
Russia's war losses have surpassed 780,000 invaders, with a significant number of occupiers eliminated in just one day.
In the past day, Ukrainian forces have eliminated another 1,540 Russian occupiers. As a result, by Thursday, December 26, Russia's losses in the war in Ukraine have surpassed 780,000 soldiers. In addition to the enemy's manpower, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have also significantly reduced the enemy's armored vehicles by dozens of units.
09:58, 26 Dec
Night attack by Russia: air defense forces successfully repelled Shahed drone attacks in four regions.
On the night of Thursday, December 26, Russian forces launched an attack on Ukraine using Shahed drones. A total of 31 strike drones were deployed by the enemy. Air defense systems successfully shot down 20 of them, while the remaining drones were lost in various locations.
09:58, 26 Dec
Life imprisonment looms: the murder suspect Farion has had the charges upgraded, and the case has now been sent to court.
The suspect, Vyacheslav Zinchenko, has had the charges in the murder of Iryna Faryon reclassified. He is now facing accusations of intentional murder and illegal possession of weapons. The case materials have been forwarded to the court, and the young man could face life imprisonment.
09:58, 26 Dec
Agromat has been revitalized: discover how UAITLAB developed a robust online store.
A website serves as the face of a company, acting as a crucial marketing tool and a communication channel with customers. A modern website needs to be not only user-friendly and functional but also effective in terms of management. The backend plays a vital role in this, as it consists of internal systems that ensure the smooth operation of the site. UAITLAB has showcased how to combine contemporary design, functionality, and a robust backend through the development of a new website for the "Agromat" network.
09:57, 26 Dec
In Crimea, a drone struck the Russian ship Fedor Uryupin. Here are the details of the attack.
In the temporarily occupied Crimea, a Ukrainian drone reportedly struck the vessel "Fedir Uryupin." This ship was seized by the invaders following the illegal annexation of the peninsula. The attack occurred on the side of the ship while it was anchored in the bay near the settlement of Chornomorske.
09:57, 26 Dec
Catching drones with bait: the second part of the diary from a fallen North Korean fighter has been published.
In the second part of the decrypted notes from the North Korean soldier's notebook, who was eliminated in Kursk, he discusses methods for capturing FPV drones using bait. It is currently unclear whether this tactic was developed by the North Korean military or if they were trained in it by the Russians. The Special Operations Forces have published the decrypted notes.
09:57, 26 Dec
A ceasefire leads to nowhere: Lavrov shared Russia's perspective on negotiations with Ukraine.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov commented on peace negotiations with Ukraine. He stated that Russia is allegedly open to discussions, but only if they address the root causes of the conflict. Additionally, Lavrov mentioned that a ceasefire in Ukraine is a "dead end" and that Moscow requires "definitive legal agreements" to ensure its security.
09:17, 26 Dec
Beyoncé intrigued fans with a teaser following her performance at the Halftime Show.
Beyoncé shared a video of herself sitting on a white horse, dressed in cowboy attire and draped in the American flag. Fans speculate that this could be an announcement for a tour following "Cowboy Carter" or "Act III" of the "Renaissance" trilogy.
09:17, 26 Dec
A Czech company secretly supplied critical equipment to a Ukrainian nuclear power plant.
Plzeňská Škoda JS has delivered eight new drives for the Rivne Nuclear Power Plant despite Russian attacks. The company also provided a special protective cable measuring 173 meters and 76 storage units.
09:17, 26 Dec
Russia has started using Bitcoin in foreign trade to circumvent sanctions.
Russian companies have officially begun using cryptocurrencies for international payments following legislative changes. The Minister of Finance of Russia has confirmed these transactions and announced plans to expand this practice in the coming year.
09:17, 26 Dec
"These funds were stolen from us": Peskov threatened legal action over the transfer of Russian asset funds to Ukraine.
The press secretary for Putin referred to the $1 billion in frozen Russian assets transferred to Ukraine as "stolen." Russia plans to initiate legal action regarding this transfer.
07:32, 26 Dec
Drones have struck the Belgorod region, leaving several localities without electricity.
On the night of December 26, the Belgorod region was attacked by drones, resulting in power outages in several localities.
14:10, 25 Dec
Mindful choice of date: Zelensky responded to Russia's Christmas attack, revealing the number of missiles launched.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the combined massive attack carried out by Russia on Christmas. He reported that the Russians launched over 70 missiles and more than 100 drones. According to preliminary information, air defense systems intercepted 50 missiles and a significant portion of the drones.
14:10, 25 Dec
Night drone strike in Kyiv region on December 25: debris damaged homes and vehicles.
In the Kyiv region, several enemy drones were shot down during a nighttime attack, with debris found in two areas of the region. Fragments of the downed drones caused damage to several homes, a café, and some trucks. Fortunately, critical infrastructure was not affected.
14:09, 25 Dec
Ukrenergo clarified how long the blackout schedules will remain in effect following the attack on December 25.
Hourly power outages in Ukraine will remain in effect until the end of the day on December 25. These restrictions have been implemented following a morning missile and drone attack by Russia. Energy workers are already on site, working diligently to restore the damaged equipment as quickly as possible.
14:09, 25 Dec
A Russian missile crossed EU and NATO borders before striking Ukraine, with Moldova confirming the flight.
One of the cruise missiles launched by Russia during the massive attack on December 25 traveled through the territories of Moldova and Romania before entering Ukraine. This information was reported by the Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and monitoring channels. According to their data, the missile covered a distance of 140 kilometers while passing over the Moldovan town of Yampil and the Romanian area of Darabani.
14:09, 25 Dec
Kremlin's Christmas terror: Putin's response to the idea of a Christmas truce - Sibiga.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that the recent missile strike on Ukraine highlights the Kremlin's unwillingness to even discuss proposals for a "Christmas truce." Furthermore, during the attack, a Russian missile passed through the airspace of EU countries. This incident once again serves as a reminder to the world about the threat posed by Russian aggression to the entire region.
14:09, 25 Dec
Damage is not critical: the MP shared insights on the impact of Russia's strike on the energy sector.
Damage to energy facilities from shelling will not hinder Christmas celebrations. People's Deputy Serhiy Nahornyak stated that in regions without strikes, power supply will be restored within the next few hours. He also noted that the damage to the energy sector is not critical.
14:09, 25 Dec
Ukrainian forces struck a Russian army command post in Lhiv, Kursk region. Here are all the details of the attack.
Ukrainian Armed Forces struck the city of Lgov in Russia's Kursk region on Wednesday, December 25. The target was the command post of the 810th Marine Brigade of the Russian army. Reports from Russia indicate that there are casualties among local residents, as well as damage caused by the blast wave.
14:09, 25 Dec
Russia's Christmas attack: air defense forces shot down half of the launched Shaheds and the majority of missiles.
During a massive attack on Christmas, December 25, Russia launched 78 missiles and 106 Shahed drones at Ukraine. In total, the air defense successfully intercepted 113 aerial targets, including 59 missiles and 54 strike drones.
14:09, 25 Dec
Putin has pardoned a maniac who dismembered young girls.
Alexander Maslennikov, convicted of the murder and dismemberment of two young women, has been released after receiving a pardon from Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Maslennikov, who was previously sentenced to 23 years in prison, signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defense in 2023. This ultimately served as the basis for his release.
14:08, 25 Dec
Azerbaijani plane crashed due to Putin's missiles: here's an explanation of how it happened.
An Azerbaijani Embraer aircraft traveling from Baku to Grozny was forced to alter its flight path due to a missile attack on Ukraine. It took an unusual route and crashed near Aktau, likely colliding with a flock of birds. This incident might have been avoided if Russia had not closed its airspace over the North Caucasus in response to missile strikes on Ukraine.