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President Zelensky extended Christmas greetings to Ukrainians, highlighting national unity:
“Millions of us will look to the sky tonight for the first star...over Kyiv, Zakarpattia, Odesa, or Kupyansk. No matter where we are, Ukrainians are together today, celebrating Christmas as one big family.”
“Millions of us will look to the sky tonight for the first star...over Kyiv, Zakarpattia, Odesa, or Kupyansk. No matter where we are, Ukrainians are together today, celebrating Christmas as one big family.”
December 24, 2025 at 3:11 PM
President Zelensky extended Christmas greetings to Ukrainians, highlighting national unity:
“Millions of us will look to the sky tonight for the first star...over Kyiv, Zakarpattia, Odesa, or Kupyansk. No matter where we are, Ukrainians are together today, celebrating Christmas as one big family.”
“Millions of us will look to the sky tonight for the first star...over Kyiv, Zakarpattia, Odesa, or Kupyansk. No matter where we are, Ukrainians are together today, celebrating Christmas as one big family.”
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In Kharkiv region, drone operators from PNK_GROUP of Ukraine’s 3rd Separate Assault Brigade continue targeting Russian forces. They successfully hit 4 troops, 7 antennas, an artillery piece, a motorcycle, an ATV, and 2 dugouts.
December 24, 2025 at 2:45 PM
In Kharkiv region, drone operators from PNK_GROUP of Ukraine’s 3rd Separate Assault Brigade continue targeting Russian forces. They successfully hit 4 troops, 7 antennas, an artillery piece, a motorcycle, an ATV, and 2 dugouts.
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As expected, Russia refused the 20-point peace plan. Bloomberg reports that Russia plans to push for major changes, seeking more restrictions on Ukraine’s military and other concessions Moscow views as essential. Kremlin sources say Russia sees the draft as just a starting point.
December 24, 2025 at 2:38 PM
As expected, Russia refused the 20-point peace plan. Bloomberg reports that Russia plans to push for major changes, seeking more restrictions on Ukraine’s military and other concessions Moscow views as essential. Kremlin sources say Russia sees the draft as just a starting point.
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A Russian Shahed drone struck a residential building in Chernihiv, causing a fire in one of the apartments, according to local authorities. Details about casualties and damage are still being clarified.
December 24, 2025 at 2:23 PM
A Russian Shahed drone struck a residential building in Chernihiv, causing a fire in one of the apartments, according to local authorities. Details about casualties and damage are still being clarified.
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Footage published by Exilenova shows drone strikes on a tanker and port infrastructure at the Taman marine terminal in Krasnodar Krai, Russia, during the night of December 21–22.
December 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Footage published by Exilenova shows drone strikes on a tanker and port infrastructure at the Taman marine terminal in Krasnodar Krai, Russia, during the night of December 21–22.
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Ukraine and Sweden have held detailed talks with Swedish Defence Minister Pål Jonson on the progress of Gripen fighter jet deliveries, including preparations to begin training for Ukrainian pilots and technical crews. Sweden is also preparing to announce a new support package for Ukraine.
December 24, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Ukraine and Sweden have held detailed talks with Swedish Defence Minister Pål Jonson on the progress of Gripen fighter jet deliveries, including preparations to begin training for Ukrainian pilots and technical crews. Sweden is also preparing to announce a new support package for Ukraine.
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It appears to be a significant fire that is rapidly growing.
December 24, 2025 at 1:54 PM
It appears to be a significant fire that is rapidly growing.
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A fire has broken out near an oil refinery/fuel depot in Saratov. There were no reports of an attack, and the cause and exact nature of the blaze are still unknown.
December 24, 2025 at 1:53 PM
A fire has broken out near an oil refinery/fuel depot in Saratov. There were no reports of an attack, and the cause and exact nature of the blaze are still unknown.
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Troops from Russia’s 82nd Motorized Rifle Regiment have released a video expressing outrage at their command. They claim they are being sent on missions with near-suicidal odds, describing positions controlled by Ukrainian forces as “fortresses” and stating that only half of those sent return alive.
December 24, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Troops from Russia’s 82nd Motorized Rifle Regiment have released a video expressing outrage at their command. They claim they are being sent on missions with near-suicidal odds, describing positions controlled by Ukrainian forces as “fortresses” and stating that only half of those sent return alive.
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According to RBC‑Ukraine citing the GUR, two Russian personnel responsible for torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war were killed overnight. A local resident reportedly threw an explosive device into their vehicle, killing two and seriously wounding two others.
December 24, 2025 at 10:57 AM
According to RBC‑Ukraine citing the GUR, two Russian personnel responsible for torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war were killed overnight. A local resident reportedly threw an explosive device into their vehicle, killing two and seriously wounding two others.
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Russian forces attempted to reach the southeastern outskirts of Kostyantynivka via Ivanopillia, using two heavily fortified "porcupine" tanks loaded with infantry. Artillery units of the 28th Mechanized Brigade launched a coordinated strike. Two tanks and 15 infantrymen were destroyed.
December 24, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Russian forces attempted to reach the southeastern outskirts of Kostyantynivka via Ivanopillia, using two heavily fortified "porcupine" tanks loaded with infantry. Artillery units of the 28th Mechanized Brigade launched a coordinated strike. Two tanks and 15 infantrymen were destroyed.
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On the Southern Slobozhansky axis, fighters from UAV unit “Furia” of the Hart Brigade destroyed a Russian artillery gun, a tank, multiple vehicles, and eliminated personnel.
December 24, 2025 at 10:09 AM
On the Southern Slobozhansky axis, fighters from UAV unit “Furia” of the Hart Brigade destroyed a Russian artillery gun, a tank, multiple vehicles, and eliminated personnel.
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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded to Zelensky's disclosure of Ukraine's 20-point peace plan by emphasizing that Russia's own peace terms are already well known to the United States.
“All the main parameters of the Russian side are well known to our colleagues in the U.S.,” he stated.
“All the main parameters of the Russian side are well known to our colleagues in the U.S.,” he stated.
December 24, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded to Zelensky's disclosure of Ukraine's 20-point peace plan by emphasizing that Russia's own peace terms are already well known to the United States.
“All the main parameters of the Russian side are well known to our colleagues in the U.S.,” he stated.
“All the main parameters of the Russian side are well known to our colleagues in the U.S.,” he stated.
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On the morning of December 16, Russian forces attempted an assault by approaching Ukrainian positions through a section of the Soyuz gas pipeline. The attack was repelled by soldiers of the 115th Separate Mechanized Brigade. According to reports, 30 Russian troops were killed and five more wounded.
December 24, 2025 at 10:03 AM
On the morning of December 16, Russian forces attempted an assault by approaching Ukrainian positions through a section of the Soyuz gas pipeline. The attack was repelled by soldiers of the 115th Separate Mechanized Brigade. According to reports, 30 Russian troops were killed and five more wounded.
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Consequences of the Ukrainian attack on a tanker in Rostov-on-Don.
December 24, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Consequences of the Ukrainian attack on a tanker in Rostov-on-Don.
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Zelensky shared recent accuracy figures for Ukraine’s FP-5 Flamingo and (Long-)Neptune missiles. He said that in the latest use of five Flamingo missiles, one hit its target while four were shot down by Russian air defenses, but performance is improving “month by month,” he said to Ukrinform.
December 24, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Zelensky shared recent accuracy figures for Ukraine’s FP-5 Flamingo and (Long-)Neptune missiles. He said that in the latest use of five Flamingo missiles, one hit its target while four were shot down by Russian air defenses, but performance is improving “month by month,” he said to Ukrinform.
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A drone strike overnight hit the Efremovsky Synthetic Rubber Plant in Tula Oblast, Russia, sparking a fire. Residents in Yefremov heard explosions and saw flames; the governor later confirmed a blaze at a regional industrial site.
December 24, 2025 at 9:36 AM
A drone strike overnight hit the Efremovsky Synthetic Rubber Plant in Tula Oblast, Russia, sparking a fire. Residents in Yefremov heard explosions and saw flames; the governor later confirmed a blaze at a regional industrial site.
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The U.S. secured the release of over 250 political prisoners from Belarus in a quiet deal involving potential sanctions relief and even weight-loss drug Zepbound, reportedly requested by Lukashenko after informal talks with Trump envoy John Coale, per WSJ.
December 24, 2025 at 9:34 AM
The U.S. secured the release of over 250 political prisoners from Belarus in a quiet deal involving potential sanctions relief and even weight-loss drug Zepbound, reportedly requested by Lukashenko after informal talks with Trump envoy John Coale, per WSJ.
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Zelensky disclosed a 20-point draft peace plan: sovereignty affirmed, NATO-style security, $800B rebuild fund, joint control of ZNPP, EU accession, and ceasefire upon ratification. Russia must withdraw from key regions; Donbas remains disputed. Trump to lead peace council.
December 24, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Zelensky disclosed a 20-point draft peace plan: sovereignty affirmed, NATO-style security, $800B rebuild fund, joint control of ZNPP, EU accession, and ceasefire upon ratification. Russia must withdraw from key regions; Donbas remains disputed. Trump to lead peace council.
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An explosion in Moscow on the night of December 23 targeted a police vehicle parked in the same lot where General Sarvarov was killed. According to early reports, an explosive device was thrown through the car window. Two police officers were killed, and two others remain in critical condition.
December 24, 2025 at 8:49 AM
An explosion in Moscow on the night of December 23 targeted a police vehicle parked in the same lot where General Sarvarov was killed. According to early reports, an explosive device was thrown through the car window. Two police officers were killed, and two others remain in critical condition.
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Ukraine repelled another overnight drone assault. From 116 incoming UAVs, including about 90 Shaheds, 60 were shot down or suppressed by air defenses, EW units, and mobile teams. The attack targeted critical infrastructure in Chernihiv region. Strikes hit 19 locations.
December 24, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Ukraine repelled another overnight drone assault. From 116 incoming UAVs, including about 90 Shaheds, 60 were shot down or suppressed by air defenses, EW units, and mobile teams. The attack targeted critical infrastructure in Chernihiv region. Strikes hit 19 locations.
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Russian losses per 24/12/25 reported by the Ukrainian General Staff
+1090 men
+3 tanks
+4 ACVs
+45 artillery
+3 MLRS (!)
+1031 UAVs (!)
+34 cruise missiles
+1090 men
+3 tanks
+4 ACVs
+45 artillery
+3 MLRS (!)
+1031 UAVs (!)
+34 cruise missiles
December 24, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Russian losses per 24/12/25 reported by the Ukrainian General Staff
+1090 men
+3 tanks
+4 ACVs
+45 artillery
+3 MLRS (!)
+1031 UAVs (!)
+34 cruise missiles
+1090 men
+3 tanks
+4 ACVs
+45 artillery
+3 MLRS (!)
+1031 UAVs (!)
+34 cruise missiles
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Good night, see you all tomorrow!
December 23, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Good night, see you all tomorrow!
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A Falcon 50 private jet carrying Libya’s Chief of General Staff, Muhammad Ali al-Haddad, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ankara on its way to Tripoli. The aircraft disappeared from radar minutes into the flight, prompting a search operation. Turkish rescuers later found the wreckage.
December 23, 2025 at 10:16 PM
A Falcon 50 private jet carrying Libya’s Chief of General Staff, Muhammad Ali al-Haddad, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ankara on its way to Tripoli. The aircraft disappeared from radar minutes into the flight, prompting a search operation. Turkish rescuers later found the wreckage.