Volodymyr Zelenskyy

The US State Department has released a declaration of gifts to the Biden family from world leaders. The most expensive was a $20,000 diamond from the Indian prime minister, and a $2.4,000 collage from Zelenskyy.

The President said that after the end of martial law, there is no need to wait years for elections. Elections are possible if Ukraine has a strong position, security guarantees and a powerful army.

The President announced a decrease in cases of unauthorized departures from the military in September-October 2024. Zelenskyy explained the reasons and signed a law on the voluntary return of persons liable for military service.

The President said that the operation in the Kursk region has become a powerful bargaining chip in negotiations with the countries of the Global South. According to Bloomberg, the Ukrainian Armed Forces may leave the Kursk region by spring 2025.

The President of Ukraine said that the hot phase of the war could end quickly if Trump's position is strong. According to Zelenskyy, the newly elected US president is waiting for him to visit him after the inauguration.

Russians are advancing in the east due to the lack of Ukrainian reserves and rotations. The front is expected to stabilize in January with new weapons from partners and foreign-trained troops.

The President of Ukraine outlined the key elements of a just peace, including a powerful army and reliable security guarantees. Zelenskyy emphasized that NATO was the best option, and that guarantees without US participation would be weak.

Ukraine's president expressed support for the initiative to deploy a French military contingent, but believes that 2-3 more countries should be involved. Trump is positive about this idea.

The President of Ukraine announced the successful disruption of Russia's plans to occupy Kharkiv, Sumy and Zaporizhzhia in 2024. Zelenskyy thanked the military and local residents for resisting hostile intentions.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry denies the UN's accusations that religious freedoms in the country are being restricted. The Ministry emphasizes that the law only prohibits subordination of religious organizations to the governing centers of the aggressor country.

The Main Inspectorate of the Ministry of Defense will conduct a comprehensive analysis of the Land Forces Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The inspection will include an assessment of the structure, management processes and compliance with the law.

Ukraine sent 500 tons of flour to Syria for 167,000 people. The Syrian side is interested in long-term supplies of various products from Ukraine, including oil, sugar, and meat.

Ukrainian troops repelled one Russian attack in the Kursk region, and two more clashes are ongoing. Over the last day, 72 combat engagements took place in various frontline areas.

Zelenskyy announced the resumption of diplomatic relations with Syria and cooperation in international organizations. Ukraine also plans to double its agricultural exports to Lebanon, which currently stand at $400 million.

Ukrainian Armed Forces Chief Syrskyi reported to the President on the situation in Donetsk, Kursk, Kherson, and Kharkiv regions. Most of the attacks are on the Pokrovske and Kurakhove directions, where the Ukrainian Armed Forces are successfully repelling the enemy.

Ukrainian officials refuse to talk about pressure from the United States on peace talks with Russia.

The President of Ukraine expressed condolences after the terrorist attack in New Orleans, where a truck drove into a crowd of people. The attack killed 10 people and injured 35.

Canada has begun its presidency of the G7, and Ukraine looks forward to establishing a just peace in 2025. Zelenskyy noted Canada's important role as an active ally in the fight for Ukraine's independence.

Each law enforcement agency in Ukraine plans to establish a human rights unit. The military ombudsman's office will have a staff of 150 people and three territorial offices.

Olha Reshetilova reported that the main tool of the military ombudsman will be the consideration of complaints. The ombudsman will work exclusively with active servicemembers.

Presidential Ombudsman Olga Reshetylova stated that there is no established system of DNA sampling for military service. She also announced the preparation of a draft law on a military ombudsman.

On the night of January 1, Russia attacked Ukraine with 111 attack drones. Thanks to the effective work of air defense and mobile teams, most of the UAVs were destroyed, but there were casualties and injuries in Kyiv.

On New Year's Eve, Russia attacked Ukraine with 111 attack UAVs, most of which were shot down. The attack on Kyiv left one person dead and seven wounded, including two pregnant women.

In March 2025, Ukraine will index pensions by 13-17%. The minimum increase will be UAH 100, the maximum will be UAH 1,500, and pensioners aged 70-80 will receive an additional UAH 300-570.

The Verkhovna Rada has approved Ukraine's defense budget for 2025 in the amount of UAH 2. 22 trillion. The Ministry of Defense will receive the most funds - UAH 1.57 trillion, the Ministry of Internal Affairs - UAH 438 billion, and the National Guard - UAH 161 billion.

Starting from January 1, 2025, new requirements for the form and content of fiscal receipts will be introduced. Sellers will be fined 100% of the value of the goods sold for issuing old-style receipts.

President Zelenskyy said that the Hungarian and Slovak people support Ukraine, and their authorities should recognize the truth. He emphasized the importance of European unity and warned against cooperation with Russia.

In the President's New Year's address, the launch of the Sapsan missile was demonstrated for the first time. Zelenskyy spoke about the production of Ukrainian missiles and drones, including one million UAVs a year.

The President of Ukraine expressed confidence that the new American president will be able to stop the aggression of the terrorist country. Zelenskyy emphasized the impossibility of “zeroing out” Russia's crimes and the need for a just peace.

The President of Ukraine called the year 2024 “won and free” and addressed the nation with a New Year's greeting. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of unity and stressed the desire for a just peace and victory.