From kyivindependent.com
Russia terrorizes Ukraine with mass missile, drone attack on Christmas morning
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Explosions were reported in Kharkiv, Dnipro, Ivano-Frankivsk, and other cities as Russia launched a mass aerial attack across Ukraine the morning of Dec. 25. At least three civilians were hospitalized.
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14h ago
From theguardian.com
Average Briton causes 23 times more CO2 on Christmas Day, study reveals
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Campaigners say consumption such as travel, gifts and food are destroying planet and the meaning of Christmas
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7h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine approves homemade Shchedryk aerial vehicle for military use
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The Shchedryk unmanned aerial vehicle has increased resistance to electronic warfare and can be tasked with monitoring the actions of Russian troops on the battlefield, the Defense Minitsry said.
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6h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukrainian drones destroy Russian ammunition depot in Rostov Oblast, SBU source claims
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"(The depot) was used by the enemy to supply its troops in the Kramatorsk sector (in Donetsk Oblast). Now the Russians have logistical difficulties, which significantly affect their ability to conduct combat operations," a source in the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) said.
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7h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine hits Russian naval infantry brigade command post in Kursk Oblast, military claims
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"This fire strike is part of a comprehensive campaign to weaken the ability of the Russian Armed Forces to coordinate military operations against the people of Ukraine," Ukraine's Center for Strategic Communications said.
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8h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Slavoj Žižek: Ukraine’s fight against Russia is a metaphysical struggle for survival
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To understand recent fears about the possible escalation of Russia’s war on Ukraine into a nuclear conflict, we must revisit its beginnings, where the groundwork for this crisis was laid. Dmitry Medvedev, a former Russian president and now deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council,...
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on Tue, 8PM
From kyivindependent.com
Narrowly overcoming pro-Russian comeback, Moldovan President Sandu is facing tough term ahead
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Moldovan President Maia Sandu begins her second term in office on Dec. 24 in unprecedented circumstances. Russian meddling in domestic affairs is widespread, and the Kremlin makes clear their position of not acknowledging Sandu as a legitimate president of her own country. Sandu also begins her...
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on Tue, 6PM
From kyivindependent.com
Leaked documents reveal India and Russia developed secret trade links, FT reports
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Russia and India developed covert trade links so the Kremlin could acquire components needed for its war effort, the Financial Times reported on Sept. 5.
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on Sep 5
From kyivindependent.com
Russia begins movement near Toretsk, uses military equipment, Kyiv says
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Anastasia Bobovnikova, a spokesperson of the Operational Tactical Group Luhansk, said that fighting with the use of armored combat vehicles, motorcycles and buggies took place in the village of Nelipivka north of Toretsk.
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11h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Kyiv to simplify procurement of drones, electronic warfare equipment
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"From now on, the military will be able to plan their needs more effectively, and manufacturers will be able to focus on technological development and scaling up production," Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said.
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19h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Russia has 'systemic problems' with fleet, Navy spokesperson says after Ursa Major explosion
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"The Russians have a systemic problem. It is quite expectedly reflected in the general condition of their fleet," Ukrainian Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk said on Dec. 24.
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22h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Russian advance near Pokrovsk stalled in recent days, Syrskyi says
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"Over the last six days, the enemy hasn’t advanced a single meter in the Pokrovsk direction. In other words, our strategy is working," Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said.
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on Sep 5
From kyivindependent.com
Azerbaijani Airlines plane en route to Russia crashes in western Kazakhstan
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According to Kazakhstan's Transport Ministry, the plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines had 37 Azerbaijani passengers, 16 Russians, six Kazakhs, and three Kyrgyz, along with five crew members on board.
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10h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Russia deems record number of organizations 'undesirable' in 2024
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Russia added 65 organizations to the list in 2024, include the Clooney Foundation for Justice (CFJ), founded by George and Amal Clooney, and the independent Russian media outlet the Moscow Times.
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18h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Fire damages United Russia party office in Arkhangelsk, official claims
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The office was storing "humanitarian aid" for Russia's front-line military personnel, according to United Russia representative Vladimir Zhgilyov.
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22h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine receives first $1 billion as part of US batch of frozen Russian assets profits
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This is the first tranche of the planned $20 billion that the U.S. intends to provide as part of the G7 initiative.
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on Tue, 8PM
From kyivindependent.com
Our readers' questions about the war, answered. Vol. 7
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Editor's note: We asked members of the Kyiv Independent community to share the questions they have about the war. Here's what they asked and how we answered. Join our community to ask a question in the next round. Our community funds our journalism. Question: I know it's a big question,
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on Tue, 7PM
From kyivindependent.com
Russia ready to export gas to EU via routes bypassing Ukraine, official claims
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The declaration comes after President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed during a press conference on Dec. 19 that Ukraine would not extend the transit agreement for Russian gas through its territory, which is set to expire on Dec. 31.
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4h ago
From kyivindependent.com
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Key developments on Dec. 24: * Russia trying to seize bridgehead on west bank of Dnipro, but no talk of storming Kherson, military says * Russia strikes apartment building in Kryvyi Rih on Christmas Eve, at least 1 killed, 13 injured * Ukrainian volunteers developing more powerful model of...
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23h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Deported Ukrainian teen allegedly commits suicide in Russia
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Ukrainian-born Oleksandr Yakushchenko, 18, who was deported from the Russian-occupied Kherson Oblast in 2022, was found dead after allegedly committing suicide on Jan. 10, 2024 near his foster home in Russia.
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on Tue, 7PM
From kyivindependent.com
Civil partnerships in limbo as LGBTQ+ community seeks equal rights amid war
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Editor's Note: This story was sponsored by Gender Zed, a Ukrainian human rights organization that works with a broad range of issues, including sexual orientation and gender identity, gender equality issues, women’s rights, and prevention of HIV infection and sexually transmitted...
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on Tue, 6PM
From kyivindependent.com
Russia strikes apartment building in Kryvyi Rih on Christmas Eve, at least 1 killed, 11 injured
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Preliminary reports say that a Russian ballistic missile hit a four-story apartment building in the city, according to Mayor Oleksandr Vilkul. "Unfortunately, we're preparing for difficult news," Vilkul said in a statement.
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on Tue, 4PM
From kyivindependent.com
Austrian chancellor invites Ukraine, Russia to hold peace talks in Vienna
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"Any negotiations must take place without preconditions and at eye level. Austria will be ready to support a just and lasting peace based on international law and to serve as venue for negotiations as the seat of the OSCE (Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe)," Austrian...
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on Sep 5
From kyivindependent.com
Commentator for Russian state TV charged with violating US sanctions
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Dimitri Simes, once an adviser to former U.S. President Donald Trump, works as a presenter for Channel One Russia, a state-run television station sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department in May 2022.
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on Sep 6
From kyivindependent.com
Ukrainian forces preempted Russian offensive plans in Kursk, Syrskyi says
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Oleksandr Syrskyi, Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, revealed that Russia had planned an offensive from the Kursk region before Ukrainian forces launched operations there.
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on Sep 5
From kyivindependent.com
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Key developments on Sept. 5: * Russian advance near Pokrovsk stalled in recent days, Syrskyi says * Russia pulls 60,000 troops to counter Kursk incursion, Zelensky claims * Officials say 55 killed, 328 injured in Poltava as rescue operations conclude * Romanian president signs decree on...
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on Sep 5
From kyivindependent.com
Former top enlistment officer arrested after planning to flee abroad, investigators say
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The former official planned to hide from authorities after his release from detention and flee abroad, the bureau said.
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2h ago
From ukrinform.net
Putin’s massive missile attack on Christmas “deliberate” act - Zelensky
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Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin deliberately chose Christmas for an attack, launching more than 70 missiles and more than 100 strike drones at Ukraine. — Ukrinform.
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6h ago
From ukrinform.net
Finance ministry raises UAH 29.1B from sale of government bonds in Aug 2024
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In August 2024, the Ukrainian Finance Ministry raised UAH 29.1 billion in the state budget from the sale of domestic government bonds. — Ukrinform.
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on Sep 6
From ukrinform.net
Austrian aviation company could supply spare parts to Russia, evading sanctions
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The Austrian company Diamond Aircraft could supply spare parts and engines for its planes to the Russian Federation through China, bypassing sanctions. — Ukrinform.
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on Sep 6
From kyivindependent.com
Parliament speaker Stefanchuk urges Johnson to lift restrictions on long-range weapons
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Ruslan Stefanchuk, speaker of Ukraine's parliament, met with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson in Italy on Sept. 5 to discuss lifting restrictions on long-range Western weapons strikes deep into Russian territory.
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on Sep 6
From ukrinform.net
Evacuation train from Kramatorsk arrives in Zakarpattia
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An evacuation train has arrived in Zakarpattia, bringing 41 people, including 22 children, from Kramatorsk, Donetsk region. — Ukrinform.
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on Sep 6
From ukrinform.net
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A wave of disinformation hit European countries after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, with Telegram being one of the biggest platforms for spreading it. — Ukrinform.
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on Sep 5
From ukrinform.net
Stefanchuk, Metsola discuss air defense and F-16 supply to Ukraine
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Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk, and President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, discussed Ukraine's defense needs, including additional air defense systems to protect civilians and more F-16 jets. — Ukrinform.
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on Sep 5
From kyivindependent.com
Who is Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine's new foreign minister?
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In a major government reshuffle, Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba was replaced on Sept. 5 by his deputy, Andrii Sybiha. Sybiha's candidacy was backed by 258 members of the Ukrainian parliament. Although reports of a possible government reshuffle emerged several months ago, for many Ukrainian and...
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on Sep 5
From rferl.org
Russian TV Presenter Who Was Former Trump Adviser Charged With Violating U.S. Sanctions
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Russian TV presenter Dimitri Simes, who served as an adviser to former President Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, and his wife, Anastasia, have been charged with violating U.S. sanctions in connection with alleged schemes to benefit Russian broadcaster Channel One.
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on Sep 5
From ukrinform.net
Drones attack defense plant in Russia's Tambov region
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Drone strikes hit Russia's Tambov region this morning, damaging the Michurinsk Plant Progress defense enterprise and causing a fire at LLC Transnefteprodukt. — Ukrinform.
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3h ago
From ukrinform.net
Enemy suffers heavy losses in attempt to flank Pokrovsk defense – Ukrainian military
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Russian forces are attempting to bypass frontal assaults on Pokrovsk by targeting the city's flanks but continue to suffer significant losses, according to Viktor Trehubov, spokesperson for Ukraine's Khortytsia Group of Forces. — Ukrinform.
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4h ago
From ukrinform.net
Ukraine downs 113 air targets as Russia attacks energy facilities in seven regions
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As of 12:00 on Wednesday, December 25, Ukraine’s Defense Forces have shot down 55 Russian cruise missiles, four guided air missiles, and 54 drones. — Ukrinform.
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6h ago
From ukrinform.net
Kalush left without heat, water after Russian attack
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In the Prykarpattia region of Ukraine, the city of Kalush was left without water supply after the Russian attack due to the de-energization of the treatment plant. — Ukrinform.
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9h ago
From ukrinform.net
Energy infrastructure damaged in Vinnytsia region
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Energy infrastructure in Vinnytsia region has been damaged as a result of enemy attacks. — Ukrinform.
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9h ago
From ukrinform.net
Russians attack thermal power plants, equipment seriously damaged
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Russian missiles attacked DTEK thermal power plants across Ukraine in the early morning of December 25, seriously damaging equipment at a number of thermal power plant. — Ukrinform.
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10h ago