News about war, defense and frontline in Kyiv region and Ukraine
On December 29, due to the aftermath of Russian strikes on the energy sector, several regions will introduce hourly outages and restrictions for businesses. We explain exactly who will be affected by the schedule, why it may change, and how to prepare without panic.
In just 36 hours, service crews restored heating to more than 3,500 buildings. We examine how they did it and what risks remain.
DTEK reports that critical infrastructure and the majority of households in Kyiv have been restored: <strong>748,000</strong> families have power again. However, due to overloading of damaged networks, the city's left bank remains subject to emergency outages — what this means for residents and when to expect stabilization.
After the overnight attack on December 27, the city swiftly deployed mobile boilers to six medical facilities and mobilized hundreds of units of equipment and crews. We explain what has already been done and what to expect next — to ensure patient safety, stability of utility services, and the wellbeing of every Kyiv resident.
The attack on December 27 disabled critical infrastructure facilities: more than 40% of Kyiv’s residential buildings and part of the Obukhiv district were temporarily left without heat. Water supply has already been restored; heating is promised within 24 hours. We examine what this means for city residents and how municipal services are responding.
Reports from the mayor’s office and the Interior Ministry have been updated: the number of injured has risen to 32, and 11 people have been hospitalized. We explain what has already been done and what this means for the safety of Kyiv residents.
A massive attack on December 27 left people injured and caused destruction. We explain why the numbers are changing, who is confirming them, and what the implications are for civil protection and air defenses.
A massive combined attack struck residential neighborhoods in Kyiv. Updated data from emergency services, a list of affected districts, and what this means for the city's security and infrastructure.
Following a massive attack that damaged the power infrastructure, trains on the red line are operating between "Akademmistechko" and "Arsenalna" at six‑minute intervals. We examine why this matters for transport, shelters and the city's safety.
According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, 22 people were injured in eight districts of the city during heavy shelling. We examine where the most destruction occurred, which services are working on site, and why this is affecting energy supplies and residents’ safety.
On the night of December 27, a combined attack by Russia damaged infrastructure: a large portion of the left bank was left without electricity and heating. We examine who was affected, what energy crews are doing, and the possible consequences for residents.
Not everything that truly matters is perceived here and now. Some things of fundamental significance remain temporarily out of reach, especially if you are living through them. The maelstrom of events kicks up dust and smoke, obscuring the world-historical perspective. So let's try to discern that perspective — because it certainly exists.
The Main Intelligence Directorate and the Ministry of Youth and Sports released information on more than 20 Russian athletes linked to CSKA and the Russian National Guard who visited occupied territories, support the war, and are seeking to participate in the 2026 Olympics.
In the capital and surrounding region, emergency outage schedules have been suspended, but up to half of Kyiv’s consumers remain without power. In most regions, emergency cuts continue due to the aftermath of massive missile-and-drone strikes; schedules are posted on operators’ websites. An expert warns of equipment shortages.
A 52-year-old Kyiv resident has been detained on suspicion of illegally selling ammunition; during a search authorities seized an RPG round, shell fragments and cartridges. The incident is linked to the October 30 explosion at a sorting center.
On December 4, 1991, the Central Election Commission for the election of the President of Ukraine and for the all‑Ukrainian referendum issued Resolution No. 60. The resolution states: "The Act proclaiming the independence of Ukraine shall be considered confirmed."
Russia spent more than $360 million on a massive strike against Ukraine on December 6. It launched 653 drones, 34 cruise missiles, 14 Iskanders and three Kinzhal missiles. That money could have built six hospitals or provided housing for 15,000 families.
As of November 25, as a result of Russian aggression in Ukraine, 1,630 monuments and 2,437 cultural infrastructure sites have been damaged or destroyed. Kharkiv, Kherson and Odesa regions were the hardest hit. More than 670,000 museum items have been evacuated.
Russia launched a drone attack on Odesa's energy infrastructure overnight. Seven people were injured; one was hospitalized. More than 51,000 families were left without power, and residential buildings were damaged.
Ukrposhta has issued the stamp "Strength in Fire"; the design was created by Mykhailo Dyachenko of the 406th Separate Artillery Brigade. The print run is 400,000 copies; the stamps are available at post offices and online. Ihor Smilianskyi and Serhii Musiienko were present at the stamp's unveiling.
Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported an explosion in the Shevchenkivskyi district following an enemy strike; updated information indicates two people were injured. At the same time, power supply disruptions are being recorded in several oblasts.
Oleh Syniehubov, head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration, spoke about the city's air defense situation, explained the need for restoration amid the threat of further destruction, and shared his vision for the region's future after the war ends.
The Center for Countering Disinformation under the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) said that Russian reports alleging the capture of Ukrainian cities are propaganda and are aimed at putting pressure on the West and on the negotiation process.
Russia attacked an energy facility in the south of Odesa region overnight with "Shahed" drones. A DTEK facility was damaged, leaving 36,300 households without power, while another 8,000 were switched to backup circuits.
A morning Russian missile strike on Dnipro killed people and left dozens injured. Residential buildings and infrastructure in the city were damaged. An official day of mourning has been declared.
In Dagestan, explosions occurred this morning in the city of Kaspiysk near the Dagdizel factory. Local authorities reported a drone attack and said security forces were operating at the scene.
Commander of the Air Assault Forces (DShV) Oleg Apostol criticized statements about the "loss" of Pokrovsk, calling them harmful to troops at the front. He stressed that the city is holding, and that Russian flags do not signify actual capture of the territory.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces are testing new weapons to counter Russian guided aerial bombs. From September to November, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed about 100 enemy KABs; details about the new weapon are not being disclosed.
After the massive strike on November 29 in Kyiv, power was restored to about 420,000 households, but part of the Holosiivskyi district remains without electricity. Rescuers have finished clearing the rubble; 37 people injured, two dead.
In the capital, the clearing of rubble and the elimination of the aftermath of the November 29 shelling have been completed. A total of 360 rescuers and 74 pieces of equipment took part; psychologists assisted 50 people. Thirty-seven people were injured and two were killed; some districts were temporarily left without heat.