Russian troops execute Ukrainian POWs in southeastern Ukraine
A video filmed by a Ukrainian recon drone revealed a brutal murder of three unarmed Ukrainian soldiers near Robotyne in the Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
How Putin’s top ally killed Prigozhin: The inside story of Russia’s power struggle
The WSJ revealed how Nikolai Patrushev, the Secretary of Russia’s Security Council, orchestrated the assassination of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Wagner Group and Putin’s rival.
Biden signs record defense bill with Ukraine aid
President Joe Biden signed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, which provides nearly a trillion dollars for the US military and allocates funds for Ukraine.
Ukraine shoots down Russian drones in Odesa Oblast, school damaged by debris
A Russian kamikaze drone attack was thwarted by the Ukrainian air defense, which destroyed all seven drones.
Ukraine and Poland reach agreement to unblock border amid protests
Ukrainian and Polish officials agreed on a plan to end the blockade of four border checkpoints by Polish haulers, who demand changes to the freight transportation agreement between the two countries.
Germany sends more Gepard anti-aircraft guns to Ukraine
As part of its military assistance to Ukraine, Germany transferred additional Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft guns, long-range reconnaissance drones, and ammunition to Ukraine, following the delivery of a Patriot air defense missile system last week.
Zelenskyy sets foreign policy priorities for 2024, calls for more military aid
In his address to Ukrainian diplomats, President Zelenskyy highlighted the achievements and challenges of Ukraine’s foreign policy, focusing on strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, cooperation with NATO and the EU, and sanctions against Russia.
US sanctions to hit foreign financial institutions dealing with Russia
The White House announced a new executive order that allows the US to sanction any foreign financial institutions that provide assistance to Russia’s military-industrial base.
Stoltenberg: Ukraine closer to NATO and EU than ever, despite Russia’s war
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that Russia’s attempt to stop Ukraine from joining NATO and the EU has backfired, as Ukraine is now closer to the West than ever.
Russian cities cancel New Year’s festivities to fund war against Ukraine
Several major Russian cities have decided to scrap their traditional New Year’s celebrations and use the money to buy military equipment for the Russian troops invading Ukraine.
Germany supplies Ukraine with ultramodern reconnaissance system
The German government revealed a new military aid package to Ukraine, which features artillery shells, reconnaissance systems, vehicles, and more, to help Ukraine repel Russia's invasion.
WSJ: Ukraine’s counteroffensive plan hinges on 2025
The Wall Street Journal revealed that Ukraine is unlikely to launch another major counteroffensive against Russia until 2025.
Putin announces bid for fifth presidential term
Vladimir Putin, who has been in power in Russia since 2000, announced that he will run for the presidency in 2024.
Ukraine passes anti-corruption laws to advance EU integration
The parliament of Ukraine passed laws that increase the staff and powers of the anti-corruption agencies and regulate the rights of national minorities, fulfilling three out of four conditions set by the European Commission for opening accession talks with Ukraine.