Ukraine

In the temporarily occupied territories, Russians have banned Ukrainian Christmas traditions and the celebration of St. Nicholas. The occupiers impose only “Santa Claus” and conduct anti-Western propaganda among children.

Since January 1, Ukrainians without a Russian passport have not been able to receive preferential medicines and assistance on the TOT. Medicines are available only at their own expense, but they are difficult to find and the prices are 2-3 times higher than market prices.

The Ukrainian Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic missile use in several regions of Ukraine. Missile threat from the occupied Crimea and Kursk region are recorded, and explosions were confirmed in Mykolaiv.

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.

Robert Fico said that the termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine would have a negative impact on the EU, but not on Russia. Fico announced a “two-track policy” for 2025, focused on all sides of the world.

In Chernihiv, a 41-year-old man was detained for shouting pro-Russian slogans during a minute of silence for the fallen Heroes. The offender faces up to three years in prison.

In the village of Derno, a 36-year-old BMW driver ran over a 46-year-old woman lying on the roadway. The victim died on the spot, the driver was sober.

A fire broke out in the Vorokhta sanatorium, and 102 people, including 10 children, were evacuated. The 150-square-meter fire on the roof of the building was extinguished in an hour and a half, with no injuries.

More than UAH 100 billion remained in the single treasury account and more than UAH 163 billion in foreign currency accounts. During the year, Ukraine attracted USD 41.7 billion in external financing, of which USD 12.6 billion were non-repayable grants.

Iryna Gerashchenko, the bronze medalist of the 2024 Olympic Games in high jump, announced her pregnancy. The athlete shared an emotional post and an ultrasound image on social media.

On New Year's Eve, the 112 hotline received more than 3,300 calls, of which 1,167 were between 23:00 and 05:00. Among the reports were complaints about pyrotechnics that were not confirmed.

From January 1, 2025, the supply of heat and hot water in Transnistria is stopped due to the interruption of Russian gas supplies. The shutdown will affect all facilities, except for medical institutions with stationary stay.

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.

Electricity consumption on the first day of 2025 decreased by 9. 7% compared to December 29. Power engineers continue restoration work after massive Russian attacks on energy facilities.

In the village of Blahodatne, a 29-year-old woman killed a 61-year-old man during a feast, stabbing him multiple times with a knife and an ax. The police detained the suspect and seized the crime weapon.

The President of France stated that the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East directly threaten the security of Europe. He called for unity and strengthening the continent's defense in 2024.

The National Police brought 300 people to police stations for violating the curfew on New Year's Eve. Thirty-five reports of offenses and 25 cases of pyrotechnics were registered.

The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law on the liquidation of medical and social expert commissions from January 1, 2025. Instead of the MSEC, 1,348 expert teams will start working in 286 hospitals, which will assess functioning according to new standards.

In 2024, Ukrainians purchased 69. 6 thousand new cars, which is 14% more than in 2023. Toyota is the leader among brands, with RENAULT Duster being the most popular model.

The Minister of Energy announced that Ukraine's gas system is fully prepared to operate without Russian transit. Ukrainians will not feel any changes in gas and heat supply.

On New Year's Eve, russia attacked Ukraine with 111 drones, of which 63 were shot down by air defense forces. 46 enemy unmanned aerial vehicle-simulators were lost without negative consequences.

Russia has stopped gas supplies through Ukraine after the transit agreement expires on January 1, 2025. The Czech Republic is ready to provide Slovakia with gas transportation capacity in response to this situation.

The NHSU will integrate mental health and tuberculosis treatment services into the primary health care package in 2025. All primary healthcare facilities will provide free psychological assistance, and tuberculosis treatment will be subject to additional conditions.

The Czech Republic is ready to provide Slovakia with capacities for natural gas transportation and storage. This decision was taken against the background of the termination of Russian gas transit by Ukraine through its territory.

A new licensing procedure for the trade of excisable goods will be introduced in Ukraine from January 1, 2025.

There were 191 combat engagements in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 57 attacks. The enemy launched 5 missile and 10 air strikes, making over 3,200 attacks.

On January 1, the temperature in Ukraine will range from +3 to +11 degrees in different regions of the country.

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.

On January 1, at 7:00 a. m., Ukraine stopped the transit of Russian gas through its territory. This decision was made in the interests of national security and is in line with the European initiative Repower EU.

Starting from January 1, 2025, Ukraine will introduce new rules for compulsory motor insurance. The amount of payments will increase, the system for calculating the cost of policies will change, and a direct settlement mechanism will be introduced.