Merz on peace process: honesty needed from all sides, including Russia
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has emphasized the need for transparency in the peace process, particularly on the part of Russia.
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Holiday cheer should not be artificially forced, psychologist says
A festive mood should not be created artificially or tied strictly to calendar dates; it becomes genuine and lasting when people themselves feel the desire to create a celebration for themselves, their families, or loved ones.
Ukraine’s MFA says Russia fabricates drone attack to justify tougher negotiating stance
Russia fabricated an alleged “Ukrainian drone attack” on President Vladimir Putin’s residence in order to derail peace efforts that have recently gained momentum thanks to active engagement by Ukraine and the United States.
Von der Leyen sees EU membership as key security guarantee for Ukraine
Following a video conference of European leaders on Tuesday focused on support for Ukraine, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the importance of Ukraine's accession to the EU as a guarantee of peace.
Psychologist explains how Russia uses New Year celebrations for manipulation
Russia deliberately assigns sinister meanings to dates, such as New Year's Eve, to create an additional element of damage by imposing and then destroying a specific celebratory ritual.
China responds calmly to Russia's claims of 'attack on Putin's residence,' calls for avoiding escalation
In response to Russian manipulations regarding an alleged "attempted attack on Putin's residence," China has urged the parties to the Russia-Ukraine conflict to refrain from escalating the situation and to work toward creating conditions for a political settlement.
Kremlin refuses to provide evidence of alleged drone attack on Putin's residence
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov rejected the possibility of the Russian authorities providing evidence of an alleged drone attack on the residence of Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Russia attacks ports in Odesa region, industrial and port infrastructure damaged
In the Odesa district, Russian drone attacks on the morning of December 30 damaged port and industrial infrastructure, leaving one person injured.
30 houses damaged: Zaporizhzhia shows consequences of Russian air strikes
In Zaporizhzhia, 30 houses were damaged as a result of an enemy attack with guided aerial bombs that took place this morning.
Zelensky names topics of possible conversation with Putin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that in a possible conversation with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, he would discuss territorial issues and the reasons for Russia's war against Ukraine.
Psychologist explains benefits of anxiety during wartime
Anxiety during wartime is a painful but necessary reaction of the body that increases our vigilance and, therefore, our chances of survival.
ISW found no evidence to support Lavrov's claim of alleged “Ukrainian attack” on Putin's residence
Analysts at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) found no evidence to support Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's claim of an alleged “Ukrainian attack” with drones on Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin's residence in Valday, Novgorod region.
Mandatory evacuation announced from 14 border villages in Chernihiv region
In Ukraine's northern Chernihiv Region, a mandatory evacuation has been announced from 14 border villages across four communities. The decision was made by the regional defense council.
Emergency power cuts in some regions are due to scale of damage – Ministry of Energy
Due to the scale of damage to the energy infrastructure, it is not yet possible to implement hourly power cuts in parts of Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as in the Odesa region.
Ukraine cannot withdraw from its own territory – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine cannot simply withdraw from its territory as part of peace efforts, because this contradicts the law.
Russian attacks cause new power outages in three regions – Ukrenergo
As of the morning of December 30, due to Russian attacks, many users in the Chernihiv region are without power, and there are also power outages in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions.
Zelensky: I do not trust Putin, he does not want success for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he sees no signs that Russian leader Vladimir Putin wants peace.
Emergency power cuts are only in effect on left bank in Kyiv – DTEK
In Kyiv, emergency power cuts are only in effect in areas located on the left bank of the Dnipro River.
Enemy attempts to cross Siverskyi Donets River and conducts raids from Siversk toward Dronivka – Air Assault Forces
Russian invaders continue attempts to cross the Siverskyi Donets River and to carry out raids from Siversk toward Dronivka.
Sybiha: Russia has still provided no evidence of 'attack' on Putin's residence because there was none
Nearly a day after Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's claim of an alleged drone attack on Putin's residence in Valdai, Russia has failed to substantiate its accusations with any facts, because no such attack took place, and the spread of such fakes is part of Russian propaganda.
Ukrainian drones control all approaches to Pokrovsk – troops
Pokrovsk is being defended by a substantial number of forces and assets, including units of the Unmanned Systems Forces and drone brigades and regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. At the same time, all approaches to the city are under the control of Ukrainian drones.
Russians attack Zaporizhzhia with three guided aerial bombs, causing destruction
This morning, December 30, Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia with three guided aerial bombs. The shelling caused destruction.
Ukrainian drones strike enemy drone launch site at Donetsk Airport
The Ukrainian Armed Forces' Unmanned Systems Forces have struck a storage, equipment, and launch preparation site for Russian Shahed and Geran drones at Donetsk Airport.
Russians attack energy facilities in Chernihiv region, leaving many users without electricity
In Chernihiv and Nizhyn districts, most consumers were left without electricity due to shelling and hits on energy facilities.
Air Defense Forces destroy one ballistic missile and 52 drones used by Russians to attack Ukraine
Air Defense Forces destroyed one ballistic missile and 52 UAVs used by Russians to attack Ukraine since the evening of December 29.
54-year-old man injured in Russian strike in Kharkiv region
A man was injured in a Russian strike in the Kharkiv region yesterday, December 29.
War update: 151 clashes with Russian invaders recorded at front lines
Over the past day, on December 29, 151 combat engagements between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded along the front line.
Russian troops launch nearly 50 strikes on Sumy region in 24 hours, one person wounded
Russian troops launched nearly 50 strikes on 23 settlements in 13 communities in the Sumy region between the morning of December 29 and the morning of December 30, wounding one person.
Russians kill one resident of Donetsk region and injure four others
Russian invaders killed one resident of the Donetsk region over the past day, December 29.