The Ukrainian defence industry has probably started to produce 5.45×39 and 5.56×45 mm ammunition for its armed forces, the Militarnyi portal reported, citing photos showing a test firing of 5.45×39 mm ammunition at a military firing range

A standard-gauge railway connecting Ukraine with Poland has received EU funding; the project, due to be completed by the end of 2027, aims to improve cross-border transport and ease one of the main bottlenecks between the two countries

Newspaper The Kyiv Independent launched its 2025 Holiday Gift Guide with a selection of 90 meaningful gift ideas from more than 75 Ukrainian brands, curated entirely from staff recommendations across the newsroom

Emergency power cuts have been imposed in all but two regions of Ukraine following an increase in Russian strikes that have weakened the country's energy system

Authorities ordered the evacuation of children and their guardians from around the frontline city of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region, citing an increase in Russian drone attacks