On the night of December 13, unknown drones attacked an oil refinery in Russian Saratov. Russian media reported explosions and possible hits on the territory of the Saratov oil refinery.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine uses Neptune missiles, the Palyanytsia drone missile, the Flamingo cruise missile, and the Sapsan operational-tactical missile system for strikes on Russia. He noted that the Neptunes are working well but did not disclose the quantity so that the enemy would not know all the details.
During a briefing, President Zelenskyy told journalists about the export of Ukrainian weapons and the implementation of "export capitals" projects.
The occupiers were on the "Syvash" drilling rig: in addition to technical means of reconnaissance and observation, the enemy ATGM crew was destroyed.
On November 1, 2025, the Defense Forces of Ukraine launched a fire strike on the infrastructure of the "RN-Tuapse Oil Refinery" in Russia's Krasnodar Krai. The oil loading infrastructure of the Russian sea trade port in Tuapse Bay was hit.
The Ukrainian Navy struck the Oryol TPP and the Novobryansk electrical substation with Neptune cruise missiles.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a shortage of interceptor drones to shoot down Shaheds, but emphasized that work is underway to produce them. He also noted that Ukraine is working on the regular use of its own ballistic missiles.
Commander of the Ukrainian Navy, Oleksiy Neizhpapa, reported a successful 'Neptune' missile strike on the Karachevsky 'Elektrodetal' plant in Russia. This attack disabled another link in the enemy's supply chain.
The military demands an apology from Oleg Synyutka, a People's Deputy from "Eurosolidarity," for his remarks about "bravado regarding missiles. " They recall that during Poroshenko's presidency, missile programs, particularly the production of "Neptune," were sabotaged.
The long-range version of the Ukrainian cruise missile "Long Neptune", which has been under development since 2023, has been publicly demonstrated for the first time. It can hit the enemy at a distance of up to 1000 km, has an increased fuselage diameter and a length of more than 6 meters.
Ukraine successfully consolidates European partners and prevents capitulation at negotiations in Istanbul. The country has achieved significant successes in the development and testing of new models of missile weapons and drones.
Military serviceman Oleksiy "Stalker" criticizes Poroshenko for his statements regarding negotiations, recalling the plundering of the army and the defense of the Russian language during his presidency. He also mentions Poroshenko's ties to the UOC-MP.
China is verifying information about the detention by the Ukrainian side of its citizens who attempted to transfer secret documentation regarding the Neptune missile system. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning stated that Beijing would protect the legitimate rights and interests of its citizens.
Chinese citizens have been detained in Ukraine for attempting to transfer secret documentation about the Neptun missile system to the PRC security agencies. Among those detained are a 24-year-old former student and his father, who coordinated the intelligence work.
A 33-year-old serviceman who was recruited by the GRU has been detained by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. He passed the coordinates of the Neptun complexes to the Russians, preparing a combined drone and missile strike. The SBU counterintelligence foiled this plan.
The Ukrainian landing ship "Konstantin Olshansky", captured in Crimea, is being used as a "donor" for other ships. Equipment is being removed from it in an attempt to maintain the occupiers' fleet.
The Ministry of Defense told the story of the creation of the Neptune coastal missile system, with which the cruiser Moskva was destroyed. The missile is capable of speeds up to 900 km/h.
Ukrainian long-range drone, capable of hitting 3,000 km, has passed testing. A report on the use of Ukrainian missiles – "Long Neptune" was also heard.
The reconnaissance company of the 47th OMBR discovered the workshop of the 155th Brigade of the Russian Marines with a Fly Eye 3. 0 drone, where additional armor was being welded. HIMARS of neighboring units conducted testing, the workshop was destroyed.
The Ukrainian missile "Long Neptune" has successfully passed tests and combat use at a distance of one thousand kilometers. Also, new support packages from partners were discussed.
Seven drones attacked the Kropotkinskaya oil transportation station of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium. The station is decommissioned, oil transportation is carried out at reduced modes.
Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,530 soldiers, 52 armored combat vehicles and 149 vehicles. The total losses of the Russian Federation since the beginning of the war have reached almost 860 thousand personnel.
The Russian Defense Ministry reports intercepting 90 Ukrainian UAVs in various regions and over seas. Most of the drones were shot down over the Sea of Azov and Krasnodar Territory.
The SBU and the Navy conducted a successful operation to destroy a Russian reconnaissance drone depot in Rostov region. The attack involved the use of drones and a Neptune missile, which led to the detonation of ammunition.
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.
Ukraine is working on a new Trembita missile with a range to moscow. The basic version has a speed of 400 km/h and a range of 200 km, and production is planned after the completion of tests.
The Russian Defense Ministry claims that it attacked the SBU and Luch design bureau facilities in response to the attack on the Kamensky plant. However, Ukrainian air defense shot down all 5 Iskander-M ballistic missiles fired at Kyiv.
The President of Ukraine reported on the successful testing of the new Ruta missile and the mass production of the Palianytsia missile. He also spoke about the delivery of the first batch of the Peklo drone missile and other Ukrainian developments.
Russian sources report an attack on about 40 UAVs and missiles in Crimea, in particular on the Belbek airfield. In Sevastopol, smoke was observed and explosions were heard.
The occupation authorities of Sevastopol reported the operation of air defense and the downing of a Neptune missile over the sea. Earlier, a naval mine exploded in the area of Streletskaya Bay due to a storm.
