President Volodymyr Zelensky said that an effective coalition of willing parties, plus security guarantees approved by the US Congress, will form the basis of Ukraine's future security structure.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that an effective coalition of willing parties, plus security guarantees approved by the US Congress, will form the basis of Ukraine's future security structure.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that several rounds of negotiations took place in Berlin, during which five documents related to ending the war were discussed. Some of them are security guarantees, while others concern post-war reconstruction.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that several rounds of negotiations took place in Berlin, during which five documents related to ending the war were discussed. Some of them are security guarantees, while others concern post-war reconstruction.
The Department for Combating Transborder Crime of the Eastern Regional Directorate of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, together with prosecutors in Dnipro, uncovered and shut down a large-scale fraudulent call center operating in the city.
The Department for Combating Transborder Crime of the Eastern Regional Directorate of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, together with prosecutors in Dnipro, uncovered and shut down a large-scale fraudulent call center operating in the city.
In this year's ranking of Ukrainians' trust in world leaders, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer took first place (76.1%), while the presidents of the United States and Poland showed record declines in trust.
In this year's ranking of Ukrainians' trust in world leaders, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer took first place (76.1%), while the presidents of the United States and Poland showed record declines in trust.
In Russia, a ban is being introduced on incoming international calls from 47 so-called "unfriendly" countries without the prior consent of the subscriber, citing the fight against telephone and internet fraud.
In Russia, a ban is being introduced on incoming international calls from 47 so-called "unfriendly" countries without the prior consent of the subscriber, citing the fight against telephone and internet fraud.
Since the launch of the Ukrainian maritime corridor, more than 162 million tonnes of cargo have been handled, including over 98 million tonnes of grain, with nearly 7,000 vessels passing through the route.
Since the launch of the Ukrainian maritime corridor, more than 162 million tonnes of cargo have been handled, including over 98 million tonnes of grain, with nearly 7,000 vessels passing through the route.
The new chief of Britain's foreign intelligence service MI6, Blaise Metreweli, has said that Russian leader Vladimir Putin is deliberately dragging out negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine and stressed that pressure on Russia must continue.
The new chief of Britain's foreign intelligence service MI6, Blaise Metreweli, has said that Russian leader Vladimir Putin is deliberately dragging out negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine and stressed that pressure on Russia must continue.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he believes that participants in the peace process have made significant progress toward an agreement to end the war in Ukraine.
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he believes that participants in the peace process have made significant progress toward an agreement to end the war in Ukraine.
Before taking any steps on the battlefield, both the military and the civilian population must have a clear understanding of what security guarantees Ukraine will receive.
Before taking any steps on the battlefield, both the military and the civilian population must have a clear understanding of what security guarantees Ukraine will receive.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces have received reinforcements and are holding back the pressure of Russian troops in the area of the Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad agglomeration.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces have received reinforcements and are holding back the pressure of Russian troops in the area of the Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad agglomeration.
Ukraine, the United States, and European partners have agreed on parameters for achieving peace in Ukraine, including security guarantees such as the development of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the possible deployment of peacekeeping forces to ensure the security of air and maritime space, monitoring of a ceasefire regime, and other measures.
Ukraine, the United States, and European partners have agreed on parameters for achieving peace in Ukraine, including security guarantees such as the development of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the possible deployment of peacekeeping forces to ensure the security of air and maritime space, monitoring of a ceasefire regime, and other measures.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that, so far, during negotiations with the American side on the issue of territories, the positions remain different. He emphasized that the US is acting as a mediator in these negotiations.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that, so far, during negotiations with the American side on the issue of territories, the positions remain different. He emphasized that the US is acting as a mediator in these negotiations.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that for many months, the main target of Russian strike drones and missiles has been the energy sector, and now there is not a single power plant in Ukraine that has not been affected by the strikes.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that for many months, the main target of Russian strike drones and missiles has been the energy sector, and now there is not a single power plant in Ukraine that has not been affected by the strikes.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov noted that there has been significant progress in negotiations between Ukraine and the United States on ways to achieve peace.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov noted that there has been significant progress in negotiations between Ukraine and the United States on ways to achieve peace.
In the port of Novorossiysk, Russia, Sub Sea Baby underwater drones of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) for the first time in history struck a Russian Project 636.3 Varshavyanka class submarine (NATO designation: Kilo). As a result of the explosion, the submarine sustained critical damage and is effectively out of service.
In the port of Novorossiysk, Russia, Sub Sea Baby underwater drones of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) for the first time in history struck a Russian Project 636.3 Varshavyanka class submarine (NATO designation: Kilo). As a result of the explosion, the submarine sustained critical damage and is effectively out of service.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stressed that today the “international game” is being played for Poland’s security and Ukraine’s independence, and that President of Poland Karol Nawrocki, “if he does not want to or cannot help, should at least refrain from interfering.”
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stressed that today the “international game” is being played for Poland’s security and Ukraine’s independence, and that President of Poland Karol Nawrocki, “if he does not want to or cannot help, should at least refrain from interfering.”
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will arrive in the Netherlands on Tuesday for an official visit, during which he will address both chambers of parliament, hold talks with Prime Minister Dick Schoof, and meet with King Willem-Alexander.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will arrive in the Netherlands on Tuesday for an official visit, during which he will address both chambers of parliament, hold talks with Prime Minister Dick Schoof, and meet with King Willem-Alexander.
President Volodymyr Zelensky, during a meeting in Berlin with President of the Bundestag Julia Kloeckner, discussed mechanisms that would allow frozen Russian assets to be used for the benefit of Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelensky, during a meeting in Berlin with President of the Bundestag Julia Kloeckner, discussed mechanisms that would allow frozen Russian assets to be used for the benefit of Ukraine.
Poland has supported and will continue to support Ukraine because this aligns with its strategic interests, but Warsaw expects a partnership-based approach from Kyiv, as it does not want to be a "junior partner" in the relationship.
Poland has supported and will continue to support Ukraine because this aligns with its strategic interests, but Warsaw expects a partnership-based approach from Kyiv, as it does not want to be a "junior partner" in the relationship.
The Committee on Finance, Taxation, and Customs Policy of the Ukrainian Parliament has recommended that the parliament adopt a bill to change the name of Ukraine’s fractional currency coin (kopiika) to shah.
The Committee on Finance, Taxation, and Customs Policy of the Ukrainian Parliament has recommended that the parliament adopt a bill to change the name of Ukraine’s fractional currency coin (kopiika) to shah.
President Volodymyr Zelensky today discussed the negotiation process with Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier during a meeting in Berlin and expressed gratitude for Germany's support.
President Volodymyr Zelensky today discussed the negotiation process with Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier during a meeting in Berlin and expressed gratitude for Germany's support.
The State Defense Council of Lithuania has decided to establish the Kapčiamiestis brigade-sized training ground in the Lazdijai municipality, near the borders with Poland and Belarus.
The State Defense Council of Lithuania has decided to establish the Kapčiamiestis brigade-sized training ground in the Lazdijai municipality, near the borders with Poland and Belarus.
Long-range drones of the SBU's Special Operations Center Alpha have struck oil production platforms operated by Lukoil-Nizhnevolzhskneft in the Caspian Sea for the third time in the past week.
Long-range drones of the SBU's Special Operations Center Alpha have struck oil production platforms operated by Lukoil-Nizhnevolzhskneft in the Caspian Sea for the third time in the past week.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban believes that the end of the war launched by Russia against Ukraine has never been as close as it is now, thanks to the efforts of the United States.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban believes that the end of the war launched by Russia against Ukraine has never been as close as it is now, thanks to the efforts of the United States.
Russian forces have significantly increased the intensity of assaults and the use of weaponry in southern Ukraine. At the same time, the Defense Forces have destroyed hundreds of units of enemy equipment since the beginning of 2025.
Russian forces have significantly increased the intensity of assaults and the use of weaponry in southern Ukraine. At the same time, the Defense Forces have destroyed hundreds of units of enemy equipment since the beginning of 2025.
On December 15, the European Union Council imposed restrictive measures on an additional twelve individuals and two entities in light of Russia's continued hybrid activities, including manipulation and information interference, as well as cyberattacks against the EU, its member states, and partners.
On December 15, the European Union Council imposed restrictive measures on an additional twelve individuals and two entities in light of Russia's continued hybrid activities, including manipulation and information interference, as well as cyberattacks against the EU, its member states, and partners.
The forthcoming visit of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to Warsaw is a positive step. In addition to a meeting with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, talks are also planned with Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Donald Tusk.
The forthcoming visit of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to Warsaw is a positive step. In addition to a meeting with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, talks are also planned with Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Donald Tusk.
On December 15, the European Union Council imposed sanctions on an additional five individuals and four entities responsible for supporting Russia's shadow fleet and its value chain, with a view to further curb Russia's revenue generating abilities.
On December 15, the European Union Council imposed sanctions on an additional five individuals and four entities responsible for supporting Russia's shadow fleet and its value chain, with a view to further curb Russia's revenue generating abilities.
The situation in the south remains difficult due to active assault operations by Russian troops, which are attempting to take control of Huliaipole and Stepnohirsk.
The situation in the south remains difficult due to active assault operations by Russian troops, which are attempting to take control of Huliaipole and Stepnohirsk.
Talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and a U.S. delegation led by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have concluded in Berlin.
Talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and a U.S. delegation led by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have concluded in Berlin.
After regrouping, Russian forces may intensify assault operations in the Orikhiv sector, attempting to move as close as possible to the city of Orikhiv.
After regrouping, Russian forces may intensify assault operations in the Orikhiv sector, attempting to move as close as possible to the city of Orikhiv.
Ahead of a series of meetings scheduled for December 15 in Berlin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb.
Ahead of a series of meetings scheduled for December 15 in Berlin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb.
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