Russian drones struck two foreign-flagged vessels on Monday, Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba said, the second such attack in four days on Black Sea shipping as the war nears the end of its fourth year.

With temperatures plunging below freezing and cities facing long, daily power cuts, Ukrainian civilians are again bracing for winter under fire, as UN officials warned the Security Council that intensified attacks on energy infrastructure and shrinking aid budgets are taking a major toll.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian drones hit two foreign vessels near Ukrainian port in Black sea

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv's forces struck three Russian oil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea, targeting Lukoil's key energy infrastructure amid the war's brutally cold fourth winter.


Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Rigs in Caspian Sea Raid

Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces struck three Russian Lukoil drilling platforms in the Caspian Sea — the V. Filanovsky, Yuri Korchagin and Valery Grayfer rigs — in a deep‑strike operation aimed at crippling fuel supply that supports Russia’s war effort, Ukraine’s General Staff said. The attack comes amid continued Kyiv offensive actions against Russian energy and military targets as conflict intensifies.


Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv says platforms supported Russian occupation forces

Ukraine has accused Moscow of using winter conditions as a tactical tool to weaken its defenses and exploit harsh weather to gain advantage in the ongoing war.

Ukraine Accuses Moscow of Using Winter as 'Tool of Error' 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued a decree reshaping Ukraine’s supreme military command, updating the staff roster of the Commander-in-Chief.

Zelensky Decree Reshapes Supreme Command; Ukraine Updates Commander-in-Chief Staff Roster 

Moscow says it struck Ukraine with an Oreshnik missile overnight in response to an alleged attack on Putin’s residence, claiming it hit drone production and energy sites.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Fires Oreshnik Missile at Ukraine; at Least 4 Dead

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Strike Sets Kyiv Apartments Ablaze, Four Killed 

Russian strikes have plunged vast areas of Ukraine into darkness, cutting electricity to nearly one million people. The outages have disrupted homes, businesses, and essential services, underscoring the heavy toll the ongoing conflict is taking on civilians.

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Slams Western Peacekeeping Plan

Russia launched a barrage of missiles at Ukraine overnight Thursday, killing at least four people in the capital Kyiv and hitting infrastructure in the country’s west with a ballistic missile, authorities said, in the latest onslaught targeting the country amid freezing temperatures.


Russia-Ukraine War: Explosions Reported Across Kyiv And Surrounding Areas

Russian attacks have plunged large parts of Ukraine into darkness, leaving around 1 million Ukrainians without electricity. Power outages are affecting homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure, highlighting the severe impact of ongoing conflict on civilians. Stay updated on the latest developments in Ukraine’s energy crisis and wartime challenges.

Russian Strikes Plunge Ukraine Into Darkness, 1 Million Left Without Power

The dramatic U.S. Military capture of Venezuela's president Nicolas maduro appears to have reignited hope in Kyiv and emboldened Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky to push for stronger action against Moscow. Zelensky is now urging the united states to turn up the pressure on Russia once again and this time by targeting one of Vladimir Putin's closest allies, Chechen strongman Ramzan Kadyrov.

Zelensky: Kyiv Urges U.S to Target Putin's Inner Circle Member Ramzan Kadyrov

Russia launches drone attacks on Ukraine, leaving thousands without electricity and escalating tensions in the region. Here's the latest on the damage and response efforts.

Russia Strikes Ukraine with Drone Attack, Thousands Lose Power

Zelensky Urges No New Demands, Presses EU to Sanction Russia

Europe remains split over the proposal to send troops to Ukraine as the war with Russia drags on. While several EU nations voice concern over escalation, the UK and France have signed a new defence agreement, claiming backing from the United States.

Europe Divided Over Sending Troops to Ukraine; UK, France Sign Deal, Claim US Backing

The UK and France have signed a declaration of intent on deploying troops in Ukraine if a peace deal is made with Russia, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced.


UK, France agree to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal struck

Europe divided over sending troops in Ukraine; Zelensky says no clear plan from Europe

The US endorsed a new Ukraine security framework as the UK and France signed a pact to deploy troops after a ceasefire with Russia.

US backs security guarantees for Ukraine as UK and France signal troop deployment after ceasefire

Russia-Ukraine war: UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed with Russia 

Russia-Ukraine War:  Zelenskyy, Starmer, Macron sign trilateral declaration for multinational troops if ceasefire holds, focusing on deterrence against Russia.


Russia-Ukraine War: UK-France Pact: Troops for Ukraine Post-Ceasefire

Ukraine Rebuilding Depends On Security Guarantees, Says Germany’s Merz

France, UK and Ukraine Sign Multinational Force Declaration in Paris

Starmer Says Ukraine Peace Nearer, Britain to Help Monitor Ceasefire

The UK and France signed a declaration of intent on January 6, 2026, to deploy troops and establish military hubs across Ukraine if a peace deal is reached, aiming to deter future Russian aggression through multinational forces on land, air, and sea

Russia-Ukraine War: UK, France Agree on Security for Ukraine

France, the UK and Ukraine have signed a declaration of intent on deploying a multinational force after any ceasefire with Russia. The move came at a Paris meeting of Ukraine’s allies, aimed at reinforcing Kyiv’s future security and unity against Moscow.

France, UK & Ukraine Sign Pact on Troop Deployment After Ukraine Ceasefire

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