The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has appealed to the international community regarding the war crime of the Russian Federation - the shooting of six Ukrainian prisoners of war. Information about the crime has already been shared with partners and key international organizations.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi said that the possibility of deploying a military contingent of foreign countries in Ukraine was being discussed. The discussion is at an early stage, and specific numbers have not yet been determined.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry says that the sanctions potential against the Russian economy is not being used enough. Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi said that the EU expects a new, enhanced package of sanctions by the end of winter 2025.
German intelligence agencies warn of the threat of Russian cyberattacks and disinformation during the Bundestag elections. Russia spends up to 2 billion euros annually on disinformation campaigns and the creation of fake accounts.
First Vice Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has expressed optimistic business expectations that the active phase of the war will end in 2025. Investment in Ukraine requires security guarantees, including through NATO mechanisms.
The National Resistance Center has provided recommendations on how to act when Russian Orlan-10 and Orlan-30 drones are spotted. Experts advise not to shoot at the drones, but to notify the Armed Forces and change positions.
Donald Trump has criticized the work of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, saying it is “in the way. ” He called on states to deal with emergencies on their own, and the federal government should only provide financial assistance.
Prior to the full-scale Russian invasion, the gender pay gap in Ukraine was 18. 6%, forcing women to work longer hours than men. Experts attribute this to stereotypes and the low representation of women in leadership positions.
In 2024, foreigners registered 1109 new companies in Ukraine, down 24% year-on-year. Most businesses were opened by citizens of Turkey, Poland, and the United States, mainly in Kyiv, Lviv, and Odesa.
The ATESH movement has detected active construction of fortifications and trenches on the coast near Yevpatoriya in occupied Crimea. The movement's agents report new fortifications and dugouts, as well as locations of Russian military.
Samsung has unveiled a new series of Galaxy S25 smartphones with Google's integrated Gemini artificial intelligence and Qualcomm chips. The company has kept prices at $799-1299 and plans to release a thinner version of the Edge in the first half of 2025.
Hailey Bieber posted a photo of her husband after Justin Bieber unfollowed her on Instagram. The couple denies rumors of divorce with a joint trip to a ski resort.
The head of a law enforcement agency in Dnipro used his subordinates to build his own house. For this, they were paid salaries from the budget, which led to the embezzlement of UAH 700 thousand.
A 58-year-old man died and 7 people were wounded as a result of an artillery strike and 9 air strikes on Kostyantynivka. Residential buildings, infrastructure and cars were damaged.
Defense Minister Umerov announced the possibility of reaching a production capacity of €34 billion in 2025. This requires €18 billion in financing, technology transfer, and partnerships with European companies.
The President of Ukraine met with the leaders of Belgium and France at the Economic Forum in Davos. They discussed investments, economic support, agricultural and energy development.
Netflix has announced an increase in subscription prices in the US, Canada, Argentina, and Portugal. The number of subscribers increased by 19 million, and the company's net profit doubled to $1.8 billion.
On January 23, the nominees for the 97th Oscars will be announced in two parts. The ceremony will be hosted by Rachel Sennett and Bowen Young, who will present the nominees in all 23 categories.
Moldova 1 TV channel has announced that it will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 due to a decline in public interest. The contribution of €21486 will be redirected to other projects.
The Ministry of Social Policy continues to pay out the “Warm Winter” assistance for low-income families and IDPs. Due to technical reasons, about 5,000 families will receive UAH 6,500 each in early 2025.
A 35-year-old man tricked children aged 10-11 into touching his genitals on the street. The suspect faces 5 to 8 years in prison for lewd acts against minors.
In 2024, Ukrainian vessels caught almost 20 thousand tons of Antarctic aquatic bioresources, which is 54% more than in 2023. Five vessels harvested 19,075 tons of krill and 905 tons of toothfish.
According to a survey by the Razumkov Center, 91% of Ukrainians are proud of their citizenship, the highest level in 20 years. Pride in the national symbols of Ukraine - the flag, coat of arms, and anthem - has also grown significantly.
21% of Ukrainians are ready to emigrate after the full opening of borders, among whom men and youth predominate. The main reasons are the lack of opportunities for development and the consequences of the war.
The President of Ukraine said that Putin can only be talked to from a position of strength, not as an equal. Zelenskyy emphasized that any negotiations without Ukraine's participation would lead to a loss.
The President of Ukraine delivered a speech on the occasion of the Day of Unity at the historic St. Sophia Square. He reminded of the importance of unity and emphasized that Ukrainian unity today covers the whole world.
The teams of the presidents of Ukraine and the United States are working to organize a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump. A specific date for the meeting has not yet been set, but negotiations are ongoing.
Five Russian companies have received 65,000 square meters of land in Mariupol to build mortgage housing. The new apartments are to be sold to Russians, while local residents are left homeless.
The President of Ukraine supports Trump's idea to end the war in 2025, but emphasizes a fair solution. Zelenskyy hopes for Europe's support in conveying the truth to the American president.
At a forum in Davos, Zelenskyy revealed Putin's key demand for future talks. Russia wants a significant reduction in the Armed Forces, which currently number more than 800,000 troops.
