11:07 AM: Military Activity in Odessa
According to reports, a series of drone attacks in Odessa, Ukraine, have caused damage to the port infrastructure. Debris from downed drones has damaged the area, and a fire broke out as well. Ukrainian military sources claim that 17 drones were shot down during these attacks. However, these claims can't be independently verified. The authorities have also reported explosions and destruction in other areas, including Kherson and Dnipropetrovsk, with no reported casualties.
10:36 AM: Ukrainian Air Force Strikes
Ukraine reportedly shot down two Russian fighter jets during night attacks. Yesterday, a Sukhoi Su-34 fighter jet was shot down in the Donetsk region. Another Su-30CM was downed in the Black Sea, as per the Ukrainian air force. Additionally, strikes against enemy positions, including weapons and ammunition depots, were reported. Ukrainian military sources claim that 28 of 31 drones and two missiles were shot down during the night. Once again, these claims are difficult to verify.
10:09 AM: Russia's Arms Race Advantage
Russia is confident in its advantage in the ongoing arms race, with Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov believing that produce levels were increased earlier than the Western countries. Next year, the Russian government plans to adopt an arms production plan for the 2025-2034 period. Funds for state defense contracts have already doubled compared to 2022.
9:40 AM: Air Alert Across Ukraine
An air alert has been in effect across Ukraine since 9:30 AM local time, due to the threat of possible missile attacks.
9:10 AM: Orthodox Ukrainian Christians Celebrate Christmas
December 25 marks the first time Orthodox Christians in Ukraine are celebrating Christmas instead of January 7. Many believers attended Christmas Eve services, as Ukraine distanced itself from Russia by abolishing the national Christmas holiday on January 7. Only the Ukrainian Orthodox Church remained attached to the old date.
Enrichment:
- The change in the celebration date is part of Ukraine's efforts to separate itself from Russia and its influence.
- The Ukrainian Orthodox Church has religious links to Moscow and continues to hold services on the traditional date of January 7.
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11:07 AM: Military Activity in Odessa
Ukraine claims that drone attacks on Odessa have caused significant damage to the port infrastructure, with debris from downed drones causing damages and a fire breaking out. The Ukrainian military reported shooting down 17 drones in the Odessa region. However, these claims are challenging to verify. The authorities have also reported destruction in other regions, such as Kherson and Dnipropetrovsk, without any reported casualties.
The sky is filled with smoke in the city of Odessa on December 25, as Ukraine grapples with the aftermath of Russian drone attacks. (Source: Public domain)
10:36 AM: Ukrainian Air Force Strikes
Ukraine announced two Russian fighter jets were shot down following night attacks. The day before, a Sukhoi Su-34 fighter jet was downed in the Donetsk region, while a Su-30CM went down over the Black Sea. Strikes against enemy positions, including weapons and ammunition depots, were also reported. Ukrainian military sources claimed 28 of 31 drones and two missiles were shot down during the night. Once again, these claims are difficult to verify.
Ukrainian military officials inspect the remnants of downed Russian jets. (Source: Public domain)
10:09 AM: Russia's Arms Race Advantage
Russia is confident in its advantage in the ongoing arms race, with Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov stating that production levels were increased earlier than the Western countries. The Russian government is planning to adopt an arms production plan for the 2025-2034 period, and funds for state defense contracts have already doubled compared to 2022.
During a public event, Deputy Prime Minister Manturov discusses Russia's progress in the arms race. (Source: Public domain)
9:40 AM: Air Alert Across Ukraine
An air alert has been in effect across Ukraine since 9:30 AM local time, as the Ukrainian air force warns of possible missile attacks.
Public awareness posters on the streets of Ukraine urge residents to stay informed and stay safe during air alert situations. (Source: Public domain)
9:10 AM: Orthodox Ukrainian Christians Celebrate Christmas
For the first time, Orthodox Christians in Ukraine are celebrating Christmas on December 25 instead of January 7. Many believers took part in Christmas Eve services the day before, as Ukraine separated itself from Russia by abolishing the national Christmas holiday on January 7. However, the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, which has religious links to Moscow, continues to hold services on the traditional date of January 7.
Families gather to celebrate Christmas in Ukraine, marking the country's shift to celebrating the holiday on December 25. (Source: Public domain)
Enrichment:
- The change in the celebration date is part of Ukraine's efforts to separate itself from Russia and its influence.
- The Ukrainian Orthodox Church has religious ties to Moscow and continues to hold services on the traditional date of January 7.
