War
French fighter jets on the Black Sea: how NATO keeps the skies safe
Russia's war against Ukraine has changed not only the frontline on the ground, but also the rules of the game in the air, with a new zone of tension forming over the Black Sea.
UN records sharp rise in civilian casualties in Ukraine in 2025
Last year was the deadliest year for civilians since the start of the full-scale war, with fighting spreading far beyond the frontline and increasingly affecting towns and villages.
Trump admits frustration with Ukraine talks and explains his stance on Putin
A peace agreement between Kyiv and Moscow was planned much earlier, but the negotiations reached a deadlock.
Analysis of the attack on the Qendil tanker: military presence and covert missions
In December 2025, Ukrainian drones attacked the Qendil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea, on board which were Russian military personnel linked to the GRU and Wagner PMC. This investigation highlights Russia's alleged involvement in intelligence operations through the use of a "shadow fleet".
Millions for security in pockets: Kherson region uncovers scheme of embezzlement of funds at shelters
During the war, budget money intended to protect children and patients from shelling became a source of illicit enrichment for contractors and officials.
400 million for winter and defence: Norway steps up support for Ukraine
Against the backdrop of Russia's energy strikes, Oslo has announced a new large-scale aid package that will support Ukrainian cities, the budget and air defence.
A new death trap: "Shakedown sites mined by Russian proxies in the snow
Russian drones have started dropping anti-tank mines with magnetic detonators en masse, hoping to blow up rescuers and police. The snow makes these traps almost impossible to spot.
Rheinmetall to start supplying Lynx infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine in early 2026
The first Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles are to be delivered to Ukraine by the German company Rheinmetall in early 2026. Germany is sponsoring the contract, which was signed in December 2025.
5G under fire: Lviv launches new network after Oreshnik strike
Despite Russia's missile attack, Lviv became the first city in Ukraine to launch a 5G pilot, and the authorities have already named the next cities to launch.
Pope Leo XIV again addresses the world over Russia's strikes on Ukraine
The Pontiff stressed that attacks on the energy sector in freezing temperatures cause severe suffering to civilians and called for an end to violence.
Zelenskyy submits draft laws on extension of martial law and mobilisation to Rada
On 12 January 2026, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy registered draft laws in the Verkhovna Rada to extend martial law and general mobilisation. The documents have already been submitted to the relevant committee.
Russia restores maritime navigation in occupied Mariupol and brings in ammunition
In the temporarily occupied Mariupol, Russians have resumed maritime navigation. Three vessels entered the port, one of which delivered ammunition, while the others were loading coal and grain.
