Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy announced the expected announcement of a significant support package from the US on December 30. Military aid worth $1.25 billion is planned, including air defense ammunition, Stinger missiles, and artillery shells.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he has chosen a “strong candidate” for the post of military ombudsman, and the relevant decree will be published on Monday, December 30.

The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the Prime Minister of Canada on strengthening sanctions against Russia and its propaganda networks. The parties discussed military assistance and the possibility of producing weapons in Ukraine.

The Polish government plans to increase electricity production for Ukraine due to a possible suspension of supplies from Slovakia. Bratislava threatens to stop exports because of Ukraine's refusal to transit Russian gas.

Denmark, France, and Lithuania have provided Ukraine with more than €150 million for the development of the defense industry. The funds will be used to produce missiles, deep-strike drones, and artillery systems.

Over the past week, Russia has attacked Ukraine with more than 370 attack drones, 280 guided missiles, and 80 missiles of various types. The attacks continued even on Christmas night, President Zelensky said.

Ukrainian troops faced serious challenges in the Kursk region due to exhaustion and demoralization. Russia has deployed 50,000 troops, including North Korean units, resulting in the loss of 40% of the captured territory.

Ukraine's President discussed the downing of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane with Aliyev and instructed him to pass on the intelligence to his partners. According to the Ukrainian side, the plane was shot down by a Russian air defense missile.

President Zelenskyy announced the preparation of important personnel decisions and future decrees. Today, the government approved the dismissal of Ruslan Kravchenko, head of the Kyiv RMA. According to media reports, Ruslan Kravchenko is the main candidate for the post of Prosecutor General.

The President instructed government officials to work with the EU to maintain the stability of the energy system. Ukraine is looking for alternatives to Slovak electricity imports, which currently account for 19% of the total.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has responded to Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's statement about a possible suspension of electricity supplies. The Ministry reminded that Ukraine pays for electricity and accused Fico of acting in the interests of Russia.

The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the leader of Azerbaijan regarding the crash of flight J2-8243. According to preliminary reports, the crash was caused by a Russian air defense missile.

The President of Ukraine commented on the Slovak prime minister's statement about the possible termination of electricity supplies after January 1. Zelenskyy accused Fico of acting in the interests of Russia and recalled the economic consequences for Slovakia.

President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with Argentine leader Javier Millais. The parties discussed economic and security cooperation, as well as partnership within Mercosur.

According to John Kirby, a thousand DPRK soldiers were killed or wounded in the Kursk region over the past week. North Korean soldiers carry out “massive infantry attacks without support” and are subjected to “brainwashing.

The President met with representatives of the Council for Support of Entrepreneurship under Martial Law. They discussed the expansion of the Made in Ukraine platform to the defense and security sector.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister holds phone talks with the US Secretary of State. The parties discussed the provision of air defense systems and increasing pressure on Russia.

The President of Ukraine reported on massive losses of DPRK troops at the front and their killing by his own troops. Russia deliberately sends Koreans into combat without protection and prevents their capture.

Ukrainian troops have already lost half of the seized territory in the Kursk region of Russia. According to Bloomberg, due to the lack of manpower and the presence of North Korean troops, the Ukrainian Armed Forces may be forced to retreat by spring.

Ukraine has a new public holiday to be celebrated annually on May 21. The President signed a decree establishing the Day of Interethnic Harmony and Cultural Diversity.

Ukraine's President said that photos and videos from the crash site of the Embraer 190 plane point to Russian responsibility. Azerbaijan Airlines reported “external interference” as the cause of the crash.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry announced that preparations for the Second Peace Summit have been completed and all thematic conferences have been held. The date of the summit is not yet known, but Ukraine plans to invite Russia.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced an increase in the volume and frequency of military support from the United States. Ukraine is also working with European partners to strengthen Europe's defense self-sufficiency.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry established its first ministerial-level contacts with the new Syrian government after the severance of diplomatic relations. Ukraine also sent 500 tons of flour to Syria as part of the Grain from Ukraine program.

Starting from January 1, 2025, Ukraine will change the military duty rates for individual entrepreneurs and individuals. Individual entrepreneurs of the first, second, and fourth groups will pay UAH 800 per month, and those of the third group will pay 1% of their turnover.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry confirmed its readiness to consider the European Commission's request for energy supplies. However, as of January 1, the transit of Russian gas through Ukraine will be suspended.

A North Korean soldier captured by Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region of Russia died a day after being taken prisoner. According to South Korean intelligence, the death occurred as a result of an exacerbation of his injuries.

Gas prices in Europe are up 5% after Putin cast doubt on the possibility of a new transit deal with Ukraine. EU countries are looking for alternative solutions, but Zelenskiy rejects options financed by Russia.

As part of the Grain from Ukraine program, 500 tons of wheat flour were shipped to Syria. The aid will reach 33,250 families, and each family will be able to feed itself for a month with a 15-kilogram package.

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 84/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by 2 kopecks. In banks, a dollar can be bought for 42.25 UAH, and a euro for 44.14 UAH.