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Putin faces deadline. Is he ready to negotiate?

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Is Putin ready for negotiations, and if not, does US President-elect Donald Trump have a “stick” or “carrot” to force him to end the war? Abbas Gallyamov, a Russian opposition political analyst living in Israel, answers these questions exclusively for RBC-Ukraine.
 

Putin is a very secretive person. He says only what he considers necessary to display. His intentions cannot be judged by his words alone. We can infer his real intentions only through indirect signs. He is likely ready to make some concessions during peace talks but doesn’t want the world to know about it in advance.

During his year-end speech, something was said that made me think he might be ready. He stated that Russia is prepared for negotiations without any preconditions. In the summer, when issuing an ultimatum to Ukraine ahead of the Swiss peace summit, he demanded that Ukraine renounce joining NATO, after which Russia would cease fire and begin negotiations. So, back then, he had preconditions. Now, he claims not to have them.

Perhaps it was an unfortunate phrasing, or he simply forgot what he had previously declared. After all, he contrasts himself with Zelenskyy, whom he accuses of not wanting peace. This could be a simple lapse – Putin is not as articulate now as he was in his youth. But if it’s not a mistake, it signals a softening of his position. Overall, I wouldn’t draw many conclusions from his recent statements.

Putin doesn’t take the Russian audience seriously enough to tell them the truth. When the time comes, they’ll learn the truth, but for now, they’re part of the play: “I’m determined; no concessions.” He treats Russians like children. In conversations with children, an adult’s role is to shield their tender psyche from harsh truths. Putin believes Russians are children who don’t need to know life’s brutal realities. This fundamentally differs from the dialogue between Western politicians and their societies. There, it’s a conversation between equals, like Churchill’s: “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat.”

Does Putin have resources to continue war?

Every action has its cost. Putin’s successes come at the price of immense strain, heavy bloodshed, human lives, enormous financial costs, and significant losses in military equipment. He likely can’t sustain this for long. He doesn’t even have enough troops to defend the Kursk region, having brought in North Korean soldiers – a clear admission of his inability to cope alone. For him, that’s a humiliation.

Putin loves posturing. He’d never call on North Korean soldiers if he believed he could manage on his own. Even if he wins, the fact that he brought in North Korean troops tarnishes his victory – it would no longer be a personal triumph but a coalition’s.

The cost of Putin’s successes is unreasonably high, and he knows it. His economy is cracking. Even Sergey Chemezov, Head of Rostec State Corporation and Putin’s close associate, openly admits that Russia’s industry will collapse if things continue as they are. Key sectors like metallurgy and agriculture are operating at significant losses compared to the previous year – down more than 10%, with some metrics showing declines of 15% to 18%.

Another sign: Russia could no longer protect Assad’s regime in Syria. Now they’re spinning it as if they didn’t want to. Moscow entered Syria in 2015, burned through vast sums, and is now withdrawing in disgrace.

Russian society no longer dreams of victory. Anti-war sentiments are growing. Residents of the Kursk region are recording video appeals urging Putin to end the “special military operation.” The question is whether Putin sees the situation as critical.

Putin has a clear deadline for achieving results on the frontlines: around January 20, when Trump takes office and formulates his proposal to end the war. The Russian army must show positive momentum for the proposal to favor Putin. Trump must perceive Putin’s resources as inexhaustible; only then might he offer terms favorable to Moscow.

Trump’s leverage

When introducing his future special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, Trump spoke of “peace through strength.” Kellogg embodies this ideology. Thus, the US strategy may be: “Agree to our terms, or we’ll increase arms supplies to Ukraine and drive oil prices further down.”

It would be unwise for Putin to reject Trump’s proposal and hope for better terms. Trump is emotional, and alienating him now would be foolish, even for Putin.

It is necessary to understand that Trump has a much stronger negotiating position because it is not his people who are dying in Ukraine now, it is not his economy that is bursting at the seams. Everything is going very well for Trump right now. Even though the US has its own, other problems, Trump is not yet responsible for these problems, because he will only come to power. They will begin to hang over him no earlier than in a year or a year and a half. In the meantime, he has the right to tell the Americans: “You elected me to correct the mistakes made by the previous administration; I promised to correct them – I am correcting them.” And he does not have tight deadlines.

Taking your time when time works for you is a very strong negotiating position. Trump can tell Putin if he persists: “Okay, Vladimir, let’s continue fighting, but I still have something to do. If you think of something, call me.” After that, Putin will find himself in a very difficult situation because, in a month, Trump may take an even tougher position than before.

Therefore, there is reason to hope that Putin will “act out” until Trump formulates his offer. And when the offer comes, it will be difficult to refuse. Arguing with Trump now, in 2025, when you already know that your army is not as powerful as you thought, your economy is not as resilient, and the people are not as united and patriotic as you expected, is a risk, and it is unwise.


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Putin faces deadline. Is he ready to negotiate?

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Is Putin ready for negotiations, and if not, does US President-elect Donald Trump have a “stick” or “carrot” to force him to end the war? Abbas Gallyamov, a Russian opposition political analyst living in Israel, answers these questions exclusively for RBC-Ukraine.
 

Putin is a very secretive person. He says only what he considers necessary to display. His intentions cannot be judged by his words alone. We can infer his real intentions only through indirect signs. He is likely ready to make some concessions during peace talks but doesn’t want the world to know about it in advance.

During his year-end speech, something was said that made me think he might be ready. He stated that Russia is prepared for negotiations without any preconditions. In the summer, when issuing an ultimatum to Ukraine ahead of the Swiss peace summit, he demanded that Ukraine renounce joining NATO, after which Russia would cease fire and begin negotiations. So, back then, he had preconditions. Now, he claims not to have them.

Perhaps it was an unfortunate phrasing, or he simply forgot what he had previously declared. After all, he contrasts himself with Zelenskyy, whom he accuses of not wanting peace. This could be a simple lapse – Putin is not as articulate now as he was in his youth. But if it’s not a mistake, it signals a softening of his position. Overall, I wouldn’t draw many conclusions from his recent statements.

Putin doesn’t take the Russian audience seriously enough to tell them the truth. When the time comes, they’ll learn the truth, but for now, they’re part of the play: “I’m determined; no concessions.” He treats Russians like children. In conversations with children, an adult’s role is to shield their tender psyche from harsh truths. Putin believes Russians are children who don’t need to know life’s brutal realities. This fundamentally differs from the dialogue between Western politicians and their societies. There, it’s a conversation between equals, like Churchill’s: “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat.”

Does Putin have resources to continue war?

Every action has its cost. Putin’s successes come at the price of immense strain, heavy bloodshed, human lives, enormous financial costs, and significant losses in military equipment. He likely can’t sustain this for long. He doesn’t even have enough troops to defend the Kursk region, having brought in North Korean soldiers – a clear admission of his inability to cope alone. For him, that’s a humiliation.

Putin loves posturing. He’d never call on North Korean soldiers if he believed he could manage on his own. Even if he wins, the fact that he brought in North Korean troops tarnishes his victory – it would no longer be a personal triumph but a coalition’s.

The cost of Putin’s successes is unreasonably high, and he knows it. His economy is cracking. Even Sergey Chemezov, Head of Rostec State Corporation and Putin’s close associate, openly admits that Russia’s industry will collapse if things continue as they are. Key sectors like metallurgy and agriculture are operating at significant losses compared to the previous year – down more than 10%, with some metrics showing declines of 15% to 18%.

Another sign: Russia could no longer protect Assad’s regime in Syria. Now they’re spinning it as if they didn’t want to. Moscow entered Syria in 2015, burned through vast sums, and is now withdrawing in disgrace.

Russian society no longer dreams of victory. Anti-war sentiments are growing. Residents of the Kursk region are recording video appeals urging Putin to end the “special military operation.” The question is whether Putin sees the situation as critical.

Putin has a clear deadline for achieving results on the frontlines: around January 20, when Trump takes office and formulates his proposal to end the war. The Russian army must show positive momentum for the proposal to favor Putin. Trump must perceive Putin’s resources as inexhaustible; only then might he offer terms favorable to Moscow.

Trump’s leverage

When introducing his future special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, Trump spoke of “peace through strength.” Kellogg embodies this ideology. Thus, the US strategy may be: “Agree to our terms, or we’ll increase arms supplies to Ukraine and drive oil prices further down.”

It would be unwise for Putin to reject Trump’s proposal and hope for better terms. Trump is emotional, and alienating him now would be foolish, even for Putin.

It is necessary to understand that Trump has a much stronger negotiating position because it is not his people who are dying in Ukraine now, it is not his economy that is bursting at the seams. Everything is going very well for Trump right now. Even though the US has its own, other problems, Trump is not yet responsible for these problems, because he will only come to power. They will begin to hang over him no earlier than in a year or a year and a half. In the meantime, he has the right to tell the Americans: “You elected me to correct the mistakes made by the previous administration; I promised to correct them – I am correcting them.” And he does not have tight deadlines.

Taking your time when time works for you is a very strong negotiating position. Trump can tell Putin if he persists: “Okay, Vladimir, let’s continue fighting, but I still have something to do. If you think of something, call me.” After that, Putin will find himself in a very difficult situation because, in a month, Trump may take an even tougher position than before.

Therefore, there is reason to hope that Putin will “act out” until Trump formulates his offer. And when the offer comes, it will be difficult to refuse. Arguing with Trump now, in 2025, when you already know that your army is not as powerful as you thought, your economy is not as resilient, and the people are not as united and patriotic as you expected, is a risk, and it is unwise.


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Putin faces deadline. Is he ready to negotiate?

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Is Putin ready for negotiations, and if not, does US President-elect Donald Trump have a “stick” or “carrot” to force him to end the war? Abbas Gallyamov, a Russian opposition political analyst living in Israel, answers these questions exclusively for RBC-Ukraine.
 

Putin is a very secretive person. He says only what he considers necessary to display. His intentions cannot be judged by his words alone. We can infer his real intentions only through indirect signs. He is likely ready to make some concessions during peace talks but doesn’t want the world to know about it in advance.

During his year-end speech, something was said that made me think he might be ready. He stated that Russia is prepared for negotiations without any preconditions. In the summer, when issuing an ultimatum to Ukraine ahead of the Swiss peace summit, he demanded that Ukraine renounce joining NATO, after which Russia would cease fire and begin negotiations. So, back then, he had preconditions. Now, he claims not to have them.

Perhaps it was an unfortunate phrasing, or he simply forgot what he had previously declared. After all, he contrasts himself with Zelenskyy, whom he accuses of not wanting peace. This could be a simple lapse – Putin is not as articulate now as he was in his youth. But if it’s not a mistake, it signals a softening of his position. Overall, I wouldn’t draw many conclusions from his recent statements.

Putin doesn’t take the Russian audience seriously enough to tell them the truth. When the time comes, they’ll learn the truth, but for now, they’re part of the play: “I’m determined; no concessions.” He treats Russians like children. In conversations with children, an adult’s role is to shield their tender psyche from harsh truths. Putin believes Russians are children who don’t need to know life’s brutal realities. This fundamentally differs from the dialogue between Western politicians and their societies. There, it’s a conversation between equals, like Churchill’s: “I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat.”

Does Putin have resources to continue war?

Every action has its cost. Putin’s successes come at the price of immense strain, heavy bloodshed, human lives, enormous financial costs, and significant losses in military equipment. He likely can’t sustain this for long. He doesn’t even have enough troops to defend the Kursk region, having brought in North Korean soldiers – a clear admission of his inability to cope alone. For him, that’s a humiliation.

Putin loves posturing. He’d never call on North Korean soldiers if he believed he could manage on his own. Even if he wins, the fact that he brought in North Korean troops tarnishes his victory – it would no longer be a personal triumph but a coalition’s.

The cost of Putin’s successes is unreasonably high, and he knows it. His economy is cracking. Even Sergey Chemezov, Head of Rostec State Corporation and Putin’s close associate, openly admits that Russia’s industry will collapse if things continue as they are. Key sectors like metallurgy and agriculture are operating at significant losses compared to the previous year – down more than 10%, with some metrics showing declines of 15% to 18%.

Another sign: Russia could no longer protect Assad’s regime in Syria. Now they’re spinning it as if they didn’t want to. Moscow entered Syria in 2015, burned through vast sums, and is now withdrawing in disgrace.

Russian society no longer dreams of victory. Anti-war sentiments are growing. Residents of the Kursk region are recording video appeals urging Putin to end the “special military operation.” The question is whether Putin sees the situation as critical.

Putin has a clear deadline for achieving results on the frontlines: around January 20, when Trump takes office and formulates his proposal to end the war. The Russian army must show positive momentum for the proposal to favor Putin. Trump must perceive Putin’s resources as inexhaustible; only then might he offer terms favorable to Moscow.

Trump’s leverage

When introducing his future special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, Trump spoke of “peace through strength.” Kellogg embodies this ideology. Thus, the US strategy may be: “Agree to our terms, or we’ll increase arms supplies to Ukraine and drive oil prices further down.”

It would be unwise for Putin to reject Trump’s proposal and hope for better terms. Trump is emotional, and alienating him now would be foolish, even for Putin.

It is necessary to understand that Trump has a much stronger negotiating position because it is not his people who are dying in Ukraine now, it is not his economy that is bursting at the seams. Everything is going very well for Trump right now. Even though the US has its own, other problems, Trump is not yet responsible for these problems, because he will only come to power. They will begin to hang over him no earlier than in a year or a year and a half. In the meantime, he has the right to tell the Americans: “You elected me to correct the mistakes made by the previous administration; I promised to correct them – I am correcting them.” And he does not have tight deadlines.

Taking your time when time works for you is a very strong negotiating position. Trump can tell Putin if he persists: “Okay, Vladimir, let’s continue fighting, but I still have something to do. If you think of something, call me.” After that, Putin will find himself in a very difficult situation because, in a month, Trump may take an even tougher position than before.

Therefore, there is reason to hope that Putin will “act out” until Trump formulates his offer. And when the offer comes, it will be difficult to refuse. Arguing with Trump now, in 2025, when you already know that your army is not as powerful as you thought, your economy is not as resilient, and the people are not as united and patriotic as you expected, is a risk, and it is unwise.


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EU ready for termination of Russian gas transit via Ukraine

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The representative of the European Commission stated that the European Union is prepared for the termination of Russian Federation gas transit through Ukraine. Europe’s infrastructure is flexible enough to receive gas from other countries via alternative routes, Deutsche Welle reports.

“The impact of the termination of transit through Ukraine on the EU’s supply security is limited,” said the European Commission representative.

She added that the European Commission has coordinated with EU member states for over a year to prepare for alternative supply schemes.

According to the representative, Europe’s gas infrastructure has been strengthened through significant liquefied natural gas (LNG) import capacities. The reliability of gas supplies has also improved thanks to increased energy efficiency and expanded use of renewable energy sources.

Termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine

Ukraine does not plan to continue Russian gas transit to Europe after January 1, 2025. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Ukraine is ready to transport gas to Europe only if it is not of Russian origin.

At the same time, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico insists on continuing transit. In December, he visited Moscow and met with dictator Vladimir Putin, even threatening to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine in response to Ukraine’s refusal to continue gas transit.

Learn more about the termination of gas transit through Ukraine and whether Europe – in the RBC-Ukraine article.


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EU ready for termination of Russian gas transit via Ukraine

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The representative of the European Commission stated that the European Union is prepared for the termination of Russian Federation gas transit through Ukraine. Europe’s infrastructure is flexible enough to receive gas from other countries via alternative routes, Deutsche Welle reports.

“The impact of the termination of transit through Ukraine on the EU’s supply security is limited,” said the European Commission representative.

She added that the European Commission has coordinated with EU member states for over a year to prepare for alternative supply schemes.

According to the representative, Europe’s gas infrastructure has been strengthened through significant liquefied natural gas (LNG) import capacities. The reliability of gas supplies has also improved thanks to increased energy efficiency and expanded use of renewable energy sources.

Termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine

Ukraine does not plan to continue Russian gas transit to Europe after January 1, 2025. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Ukraine is ready to transport gas to Europe only if it is not of Russian origin.

At the same time, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico insists on continuing transit. In December, he visited Moscow and met with dictator Vladimir Putin, even threatening to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine in response to Ukraine’s refusal to continue gas transit.

Learn more about the termination of gas transit through Ukraine and whether Europe – in the RBC-Ukraine article.


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EU ready for termination of Russian gas transit via Ukraine

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The representative of the European Commission stated that the European Union is prepared for the termination of Russian Federation gas transit through Ukraine. Europe’s infrastructure is flexible enough to receive gas from other countries via alternative routes, Deutsche Welle reports.

“The impact of the termination of transit through Ukraine on the EU’s supply security is limited,” said the European Commission representative.

She added that the European Commission has coordinated with EU member states for over a year to prepare for alternative supply schemes.

According to the representative, Europe’s gas infrastructure has been strengthened through significant liquefied natural gas (LNG) import capacities. The reliability of gas supplies has also improved thanks to increased energy efficiency and expanded use of renewable energy sources.

Termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine

Ukraine does not plan to continue Russian gas transit to Europe after January 1, 2025. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Ukraine is ready to transport gas to Europe only if it is not of Russian origin.

At the same time, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico insists on continuing transit. In December, he visited Moscow and met with dictator Vladimir Putin, even threatening to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine in response to Ukraine’s refusal to continue gas transit.

Learn more about the termination of gas transit through Ukraine and whether Europe – in the RBC-Ukraine article.


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Russia strikes Ukraine with missiles and drones on New Year’s Eve: Consequences

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On the morning of December 31, Russian troops struck Ukrainian cities with missiles. Russia struck Kyiv and Shostka, Sumy region.

Read about the Russian attack on Ukraine and its consequences.

During the night, the Russians launched several groups of Shaheds toward Ukraine. At around 3 a.m. Kyiv time, the Ukrainian Air Force announced the threat of ballistic missile attacks from the northeast, and Kyiv City Military Administration reported that air defense systems in Kyiv were operating. A high-speed Russian target was also flying toward Shostka, Sumy region.

After the missile threat was over, the monitoring channels continued to inform Ukrainians about the direction of movement of the Shahed, which was simultaneously attacking Ukraine.

In the morning, at about 7:30 a.m. Kyiv time, the missiles flew towards Ukraine again. There were reports of guided missiles being launched towards Myrhorod, Poltava region.

Russian strikes on Shostka

In the morning, Shostka came under a Russian rocket attack again. Russia launched a missile attack on the infrastructure. Some infrastructure facilities were destroyed. 12 multi-story residential buildings, 2 educational institutions, and other social facilities were damaged.

Emergency and rescue units are currently working on the scene. Mayor Mykola Noha addressed the residents.

“Please remain calm and do not ignore the air raid alarms! You need to stay in shelters! Schools and kindergartens are at home! Employees of all institutions are working remotely,” he said.

Russian strikes on Kyiv

In the morning, explosions were also heard in Kyiv. The Air Force reported high-speed targets in the direction of Kyiv and Vasylkiv. Ukrainian air defense systems were operating in Kyiv and the region.

Later, Kyiv City Military Administration reported that as a result of a missile strike on Kyiv, debris was preliminarily recorded in the Darnytskyi district of the capital.

“According to the information being checked, the debris fell on the roof of a private building. There was no fire or damage. No information on casualties has been received,” said Serhii Popko, head of the Kyiv City Military Administration.

At around 8:30 a.m. Kyiv time, the Air Force reported the takeoff of a MiG-31K from the Savasleyka airfield. This fighter jet is a carrier of Kinzhal missiles, but the aircraft did not launch any missiles.

Russia damaged residential building in Kyiv region

In turn, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine showed the consequences of a Russian missile attack in the Kyiv region.

According to rescuers, a private residential building was partially destroyed in one of the region’s districts after an enemy shelling. Windows were smashed and the roof was damaged.

The Kyiv Regional Military Administration noted that the region was attacked by drones and missiles last night and in the morning. There are targets downed.

“Unfortunately, a woman born in 1975 was injured. Doctors diagnosed her with contusion and acute stress reaction. All the necessary medical care is being provided,” the Kyiv Regional Military Administration added.

Kirovohrad region

During the air raid, mobile firing groups downed Russian Shaheds in the Kirovohrad region, said the head of the Kirovohrad Regional Military Administration Andrii Raikovych. There were no consequences.

After Russian troops launched a massive missile attack on Ukraine on Christmas Day, Russia may be preparing to launch another massive attack on New Year’s Eve, Oleksandr Musiienko, head of the Center for Military and Legal Studies, told RBC-Ukraine recently. He also did not rule out the possibility that another large-scale attack could follow in 7-10 days after the New Year.

Read more about the likelihood of a missile attack on New Year’s Eve, as well as the threat of using Oreshnik, in the RBC-Ukraine article.

Sources: data from the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Kyiv City Military Administration, Sumy Regional Military Administration, and Shostka City Hall.


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Russia strikes Ukraine with missiles and drones on New Year’s Eve: Consequences

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On the morning of December 31, Russian troops struck Ukrainian cities with missiles. Russia struck Kyiv and Shostka, Sumy region.

Read about the Russian attack on Ukraine and its consequences.

During the night, the Russians launched several groups of Shaheds toward Ukraine. At around 3 a.m. Kyiv time, the Ukrainian Air Force announced the threat of ballistic missile attacks from the northeast, and Kyiv City Military Administration reported that air defense systems in Kyiv were operating. A high-speed Russian target was also flying toward Shostka, Sumy region.

After the missile threat was over, the monitoring channels continued to inform Ukrainians about the direction of movement of the Shahed, which was simultaneously attacking Ukraine.

In the morning, at about 7:30 a.m. Kyiv time, the missiles flew towards Ukraine again. There were reports of guided missiles being launched towards Myrhorod, Poltava region.

Russian strikes on Shostka

In the morning, Shostka came under a Russian rocket attack again. Russia launched a missile attack on the infrastructure. Some infrastructure facilities were destroyed. 12 multi-story residential buildings, 2 educational institutions, and other social facilities were damaged.

Emergency and rescue units are currently working on the scene. Mayor Mykola Noha addressed the residents.

“Please remain calm and do not ignore the air raid alarms! You need to stay in shelters! Schools and kindergartens are at home! Employees of all institutions are working remotely,” he said.

Russian strikes on Kyiv

In the morning, explosions were also heard in Kyiv. The Air Force reported high-speed targets in the direction of Kyiv and Vasylkiv. Ukrainian air defense systems were operating in Kyiv and the region.

Later, Kyiv City Military Administration reported that as a result of a missile strike on Kyiv, debris was preliminarily recorded in the Darnytskyi district of the capital.

“According to the information being checked, the debris fell on the roof of a private building. There was no fire or damage. No information on casualties has been received,” said Serhii Popko, head of the Kyiv City Military Administration.

At around 8:30 a.m. Kyiv time, the Air Force reported the takeoff of a MiG-31K from the Savasleyka airfield. This fighter jet is a carrier of Kinzhal missiles, but the aircraft did not launch any missiles.

Russia damaged residential building in Kyiv region

In turn, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine showed the consequences of a Russian missile attack in the Kyiv region.

According to rescuers, a private residential building was partially destroyed in one of the region’s districts after an enemy shelling. Windows were smashed and the roof was damaged.

The Kyiv Regional Military Administration noted that the region was attacked by drones and missiles last night and in the morning. There are targets downed.

“Unfortunately, a woman born in 1975 was injured. Doctors diagnosed her with contusion and acute stress reaction. All the necessary medical care is being provided,” the Kyiv Regional Military Administration added.

Kirovohrad region

During the air raid, mobile firing groups downed Russian Shaheds in the Kirovohrad region, said the head of the Kirovohrad Regional Military Administration Andrii Raikovych. There were no consequences.

After Russian troops launched a massive missile attack on Ukraine on Christmas Day, Russia may be preparing to launch another massive attack on New Year’s Eve, Oleksandr Musiienko, head of the Center for Military and Legal Studies, told RBC-Ukraine recently. He also did not rule out the possibility that another large-scale attack could follow in 7-10 days after the New Year.

Read more about the likelihood of a missile attack on New Year’s Eve, as well as the threat of using Oreshnik, in the RBC-Ukraine article.

Sources: data from the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Kyiv City Military Administration, Sumy Regional Military Administration, and Shostka City Hall.


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Russia strikes Ukraine with missiles and drones on New Year’s Eve: Consequences

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On the morning of December 31, Russian troops struck Ukrainian cities with missiles. Russia struck Kyiv and Shostka, Sumy region.

Read about the Russian attack on Ukraine and its consequences.

During the night, the Russians launched several groups of Shaheds toward Ukraine. At around 3 a.m. Kyiv time, the Ukrainian Air Force announced the threat of ballistic missile attacks from the northeast, and Kyiv City Military Administration reported that air defense systems in Kyiv were operating. A high-speed Russian target was also flying toward Shostka, Sumy region.

After the missile threat was over, the monitoring channels continued to inform Ukrainians about the direction of movement of the Shahed, which was simultaneously attacking Ukraine.

In the morning, at about 7:30 a.m. Kyiv time, the missiles flew towards Ukraine again. There were reports of guided missiles being launched towards Myrhorod, Poltava region.

Russian strikes on Shostka

In the morning, Shostka came under a Russian rocket attack again. Russia launched a missile attack on the infrastructure. Some infrastructure facilities were destroyed. 12 multi-story residential buildings, 2 educational institutions, and other social facilities were damaged.

Emergency and rescue units are currently working on the scene. Mayor Mykola Noha addressed the residents.

“Please remain calm and do not ignore the air raid alarms! You need to stay in shelters! Schools and kindergartens are at home! Employees of all institutions are working remotely,” he said.

Russian strikes on Kyiv

In the morning, explosions were also heard in Kyiv. The Air Force reported high-speed targets in the direction of Kyiv and Vasylkiv. Ukrainian air defense systems were operating in Kyiv and the region.

Later, Kyiv City Military Administration reported that as a result of a missile strike on Kyiv, debris was preliminarily recorded in the Darnytskyi district of the capital.

“According to the information being checked, the debris fell on the roof of a private building. There was no fire or damage. No information on casualties has been received,” said Serhii Popko, head of the Kyiv City Military Administration.

At around 8:30 a.m. Kyiv time, the Air Force reported the takeoff of a MiG-31K from the Savasleyka airfield. This fighter jet is a carrier of Kinzhal missiles, but the aircraft did not launch any missiles.

Russia damaged residential building in Kyiv region

In turn, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine showed the consequences of a Russian missile attack in the Kyiv region.

According to rescuers, a private residential building was partially destroyed in one of the region’s districts after an enemy shelling. Windows were smashed and the roof was damaged.

The Kyiv Regional Military Administration noted that the region was attacked by drones and missiles last night and in the morning. There are targets downed.

“Unfortunately, a woman born in 1975 was injured. Doctors diagnosed her with contusion and acute stress reaction. All the necessary medical care is being provided,” the Kyiv Regional Military Administration added.

Kirovohrad region

During the air raid, mobile firing groups downed Russian Shaheds in the Kirovohrad region, said the head of the Kirovohrad Regional Military Administration Andrii Raikovych. There were no consequences.

After Russian troops launched a massive missile attack on Ukraine on Christmas Day, Russia may be preparing to launch another massive attack on New Year’s Eve, Oleksandr Musiienko, head of the Center for Military and Legal Studies, told RBC-Ukraine recently. He also did not rule out the possibility that another large-scale attack could follow in 7-10 days after the New Year.

Read more about the likelihood of a missile attack on New Year’s Eve, as well as the threat of using Oreshnik, in the RBC-Ukraine article.

Sources: data from the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Kyiv City Military Administration, Sumy Regional Military Administration, and Shostka City Hall.


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Historic strike: Ukrainian intelligence destroys Russian Mi-8 helicopter with naval drone

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Today, December 31, Ukrainian soldiers from the special unit of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) “Group 13” destroyed an aerial target for the first time in the world using a Magura V5 strike naval drone. The target was a Russian Mi-8 helicopter, reports DIU.

The unique operation took place in the Black Sea near Cape Tarkhankut in temporarily occupied Crimea.

It is noted that the Ukrainian Magura V5 naval drone is equipped with R-73 SeeDragon missiles, which were used to strike the Russian helicopter.

Additionally, another enemy helicopter sustained significant damage but returned to its base airfield.

Ukrainian naval drones

Ukrainian naval drones have become one of the most discussed components of modern military technology. Ukraine is actively developing its own unmanned maritime systems, which have already proven effective in combating the enemy amid the full-scale war with Russia.

The Magura V5 is the most well-known model of this type of UAV and the first in the world capable of destroying aerial targets.

These drones are equipped with cameras for reconnaissance and targeting. Advanced GPS navigation systems and artificial intelligence enable their autonomous operation.

Some models of naval drones can operate at distances exceeding 800 km, allowing them to carry out missions deep in enemy territory.

The targets of naval drones include Russian military ships in the Black Sea, enemy ports, oil depots, air defense systems, and other strategic objects in temporarily occupied territories.

Additionally, these drones ensure the security of maritime corridors and civilian shipping.

It is known that in May of this year, Magura V5 drones inflicted damage on the Russian Black Sea Fleet amounting to $500 million.


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