Governor: Russian attack in Kharkiv Oblast kills 1, injures 1
Russian forces struck Vovchansk in Kharkiv Oblast on the morning of Dec. 28, killing a 66-year-old woman and wounding another resident, reported Oleh Syniehubov, the regional governor.
Dinara Khalilova
Articles
Military: Civilian vessel hits Russian mine in Black Sea, 2 sailors injured
The news comes days after the Ukrainian military warned about an increased risk for civilians posed by drifting naval mines in the Black Sea due to lengthy storms.
Media: Putin told China's Xi Russia will fight for 'at least 5 years' in Ukraine
Russian leader Vladimir Putin allegedly told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping during a meeting in March that Russia planned to continue its war against Ukraine for "at least five years," Nikkei Asia reported on Dec. 28, citing its anonymous sources.
Russian attacks kill 1, injure 8 in Kherson, Donetsk oblasts
Russian attacks against Kherson and Donetsk oblasts over the past 24 hours killed one civilian and wounded another eight, regional authorities reported on Dec. 28.
German party leader says Europe can't compensate for potential loss of US aid to Ukraine
In a comment for the German Press Agency, Omid Nouripour, a co-leader of Germany's Green Party, has emphasized the central role the U.S. is playing in Western support for Ukraine, adding that Germany and the European Union, in general, won't be able to compensate for a potential loss of the U.S. aid to Ukraine.
Top collaborator in Russian-occupied Donetsk Oblast sentenced to 15 years in jail in absentia
Denis Pushilin, the head of the Russian illegal occupation administration in Donetsk Oblast, was found guilty of undermining Ukraine's territorial integrity and collaborationism, the Prosecutor General's Office reported on Dec. 27.
Governor: Russian shelling leaves 70% of Kherson without electricity
Russian shelling of Kherson on Dec. 26 “badly damaged" the city’s energy infrastructure, leaving 70% of consumers without power supply, Kherson Oblast Governor Oleksandr Prokudin reported on Dec. 27.
Update: 2 killed, 3 injured in Russian overnight strike on Odesa
Russia’s overnight drone attack on Odesa killed two people and wounded another three, including a 17-year-old teenager, according to updated information published by Odesa Oblast Governor Oleh Kiper.
Military: 465 documented cases of Russia using chemical weapons in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
Ukraine has recorded 465 cases of Russia's use of ammunition containing poisonous chemicals since the start of the full-scale invasion in February last year, the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces reported on Dec. 27.
ISW: Russia’s alleged capture of Marinka unlikely to allow for rapid operational advances
Russia’s potential capture of Marinka in Donetsk Oblast represents a limited tactical gain and doesn’t allow for any operational significant advance unless Russian forces have considerably improved their ability to conduct rapid mechanized forward movement, “which they show no signs of having done,” the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) said.
ISW: Russia reducing aviation activity in Ukraine after losing several Su-34 jets
Russian forces are decreasing aviation activity and use of glide bombs after Ukraine’s military shot down three Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber jets on Dec. 21-22, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reported on Dec. 24.
Russian attacks kill 1, injure 5 in Kherson, Donetsk oblasts
Russian attacks against Kherson and Donetsk oblasts over the past 24 hours killed one person and wounded another five, regional authorities reported on Dec. 25.
Air Force: Ukraine downs 28 Russian drones, 2 missiles overnight
Ukraine’s military shot down 28 out of 31 Shahed drones and two missiles launched by Russia overnight on Dec. 25, the Air Force wrote.
Foreign Ministry condemns IOC decision to let Russian athletes compete at Paris Olympics
"The IOC plans to give the international sports arena to athletes who not only sympathize with the murders of Ukrainian women and children but are also probably directly involved in these terrible crimes," Ukraine's Foreign Ministry wrote on Dec. 9.
Prosecutor's Office: Russian attacks on Kupiansk district kill 2, injure 2
Russian forces struck Kupiansk and the village of Podoly nearby, killing two people and wounding another two, the Prosecutor General's Office reported on Dec. 9.
Scholz on Ukraine aid: Germany should be prepared to do more 'when others are faltering'
Germany should be prepared to increase its support for Ukraine "when others are faltering," German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Dec. 9, apparently referring to the uncertainty over further aid to Ukraine in the U.S.
Authorities: Russian attack on Kherson injures 2
One of the victims, a 58-year-old woman, was hospitalized with an explosive wound and a head injury, the Kherson Oblast Military Administration reported.
European Parliament members urge Duda, EU leaders to take action on Polish border blockade
A group of European Parliament members called on Poland’s President Andrzej Duda and EU leaders “to act decisively" to end the blockade of the Polish-Ukrainian border.
Zelensky: Nearly 40 more Ukrainians evacuated from Gaza
Ukraine evacuated another group of its citizens from the Gaza Strip amid increasing Israeli strikes on the Palestinian enclave, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Dec. 8.
Zelensky signs 4 laws required for EU accession
However, the law on reforming the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) signed by Zelensky failed to fully repeal the so-called Lozovyi's amendments, which are thought to help those suspected or accused of corruption to avoid responsibility.
Anger and disappointment in endless lines of Ukrainian trucks at Polish border
As Polish haulers’ blockade of border checkpoints with Ukraine stretches into its second month, thousands of Ukrainian truckers remain stranded in huge lines waiting to cross into their homeland. They say they’re losing patience. Though the estimated waiting time has somewhat dropped since the start of the protests on
Guardian: EU set to unlock part of frozen funds for Hungary
The European Commission is expected to unlock 10 billion euros ($10.7 billion) in frozen funds for Hungary, the Guardian reported on Dec. 8, citing anonymous diplomatic sources.
Update: Russian strike on Novohrodivka, Donetsk Oblast, kills 5
Forensic experts identified the body of the fifth victim of Russia's Nov. 29 missile strike on Novohrodivka in Donetsk Oblast, the National Police reported on Dec. 8.
Parliament approves additional amendments to law on national minorities
Ukraine's parliament adopted an updated draft law on national minorities to implement the latest recommendations by the Council of Europe, lawmakers reported on Dec. 8.
Ukraine, US sign statement of intent on co-production of weapons
Ukrainian and U.S. officials signed a statement of intent on the co-production of critical weapons and data exchange between the two countries "to address the urgent needs of Ukraine's armed forces," the Pentagon reported.
Kyiv Independent’s investigation 'Uprooted' wins national media award
The Kyiv Independent’s investigative documentary "Uprooted" on Russia’s abduction of Ukrainian children has won the National Investigative Journalism Competition 2023.
Zelensky imposes new sanctions against Russians, including Chechen battalion’s commander
President Volodymyr Zelensky implemented on Dec. 7 the decision by the National Security and Defense Council to sanction over 300 Russian and Moscow-linked individuals and companies.
Ukrainian Railways transports record amount of cargo since start of full-scale war
Throughout November, Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) transported 14 million tons of cargo, a 33.8% increase compared to the same period last year, the Infrastructure Ministry reported on Dec. 7.
Energy Ministry: Russian attack on front-line power plant causes energy deficit
Russian troops struck a thermal power plant in one of Ukraine's front-line regions on Dec. 7, causing a shutdown of two power units, the Energy Ministry reported.
Russian occupation authorities in Nova Kakhovka announce 'evacuation' of civilians
"The evacuation is being carried out because the settlements of the Nova Kakhovka district are located within the 15-kilometer combat zone on the east bank of the Dnipro River," the occupation administration said on Telegram.
Study: Aid for Ukraine drops to lowest level since January 2022
Between August and October, the amount of newly committed aid to Ukraine decreased by 87% compared to the same period last year, according to a new study by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW Kiel).
Zelensky awards Ukrainian volunteers on International Volunteer Day
President Volodymyr Zelensky presented 40 Ukrainian volunteers helping the military and civilians with the Golden Heart state awards on Dec. 5, the Presidential Office reported.
Three years of reporting, funded by our readers.
Millions read the Kyiv Independent, but only one in 10,000 readers makes a financial contribution. For our third birthday this November, we're looking for 1,000 new members to fund our mission and to help us prepare for what 2025 might bring. We’re relying on you.
Help us get 1,000 new members!
Editors' Picks
Kremlin finds new enemies to target — Russians without kids
With Scholz's government in shambles, conservative rival touts more decisive Ukraine strategy
Ukraine reacts warily to Trump appointments as Russia’s war rages on
