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Updated: 15:27, 7 Jan 2023
UKRAINE has released horrifying figures that show over 1,000 children have become casualties as a result of Vladimir Putin's barbaric war.
Ukraine's minister of defence, Oleksii Reznikov, has claimed that Russian forces have "killed 453 Ukrainian children" since the start of the war.
It comes as Ukraine rejected Vladimir Putin's 36-hour war truce from midday on Friday to observe Russian Orthodox Christmas.
Shells were fired at the front line near Kreminna in eastern Ukraine as one soldier was heard saying: "What ceasefire? Can you hear?
"What do they want to achieve if they keep on shooting? We know, we have learnt not to trust them."
Read our Ukraine war blog below for the latest news...
Two dead in Christmas strikes
Two elderly civilians have died in Ukraine following strikes on the Bakhmut region.
The news comes despite Russia persistent claims to be following a Christmas day ceasefire.
Ukraine reveals children deaths since start of war
Ukraine's Ministry of Defence has released horrifying figures that show over 1,000 children have become casualties as a result of Vladimir Putin's barbaric war.
Ukraine's minister of defence, Oleksii Reznikov, has claimed that Russian forces have "killed 453 Ukrainian children" since the start of the war.
Russia face heavy losses
Russian forces have lost a further 490 troops within the last 24 hours according to Ukraine's Ministry of Defence.
Russian forces lost a further two tanks taking the total to 3,066.
Ukraine will win the war this year spy chief claims
Ukraine’s chief of defence intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, has claimed that Ukraine will win the war this year and hopes victory will come before Putin’s death.
The spy chief said: “This war must end before his death… We will win it in 2023.”
He also said there will be a change of power in Russia after the death of Putin, who has ruled for more than two decades.
Budanov said: “We should not be afraid of its transformation, as it will benefit the whole world.”
Mobile phone usage to blame for Makiivka, Russia’s MoD reports
According to comments from Russia’s ministry of defence, mobile phone usage was to blame for Ukraine’s strike on Russian soldiers in Makiivka.
The “mass” usage of phones seemingly allowed Ukraine’s military to detect a large concentration of Russian soldiers in Makiivka.
“A committee is currently working to investigate the circumstances of the incident. But it is already clear now that the main cause of the incident was the inclusion and mass use, contrary to the ban, of cell phones by military personnel within the range of the enemy’s weapon systems,” the ministry’s statement said.
Putin praises Russian Orthodox Church for backing troops in Ukraine
Putin praised the Russian Orthodox Church for backing the troops in Ukraine in his Orthodox Christmas message made to earn support for his vision of modern Russia.
The Russian President said: "It is deeply gratifying to note the enormous constructive contribution of the Russian Orthodox Church and other Christian denominations in unifying society, preserving our historical memory, educating youth and strengthening the institution of family.
"Church organisations prioritise ... supporting our warriors taking part in the special military operation (in Ukraine). Such massive, complex and truly selfless work deserves sincere respect."
Many Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7 with Russia having over 100 million Orthodox Christians.
Putin attended an Orthodox Christmas service by himselfCredit: EPA Justice ministers to meet in London over the investigations into the alleged war crimes in Ukraine
The British government announced that a meeting shall be held in March in London between justice ministers from around the world.
They will scale up the support being given to the the International Criminal Court which is investigating the alleged war crimes in Ukraine.
The meeting shall be hosted by UK Justice Secretary Dominic Raab and his Dutch counterpart Dilan Yesilgoz-Zegerius and attended by ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan.
Raab said: "Almost a year on from the illegal invasion, the international community must give its strongest backing to the ICC so war criminals can be held to account for the atrocities we're witnessing."
Ceasefire likely 'an information operation intended to damage Ukraine's reputation'
Russia's 36-hour Christmas ceasefire is reportedly designed to damage Ukraine's reputation, according to a US think tank.
The Institute for the Study of War said: "#Putin’s announcement that Russian forces will conduct a 36-hour ceasefire in observance of Russian Orthodox Christmas is likely an information operation intended to damage #Ukraine’s reputation."
Putin seemingly caved to pressure from the Orthodox church in sanctioning this ceasefire, which has been described by US officials as "cynical."
Japan condemns Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine
Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, who currently leads the G7, has condemned Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine, and hinted he could visit Kyiv soon.
He said: "I strongly condemned Russia’s continued aggression, and stated that Japan would do its utmost to provide assistance, including to get through the winter, in order to protect the lives of the Ukrainian people."
He added he would consider a visit to Ukraine "based on various circumstances.”
US 'sceptical' of Russian ceasefire
A Pentagon spoeksperson has questioned Russia's intentions with its Christmas ceasefire.
“I think that there’s significant scepticism both here in the US and around the world right now, given Russia’s long track record of propaganda, disinformation, and its relentless attacks against Ukrainian cities and civilians,” Brigadier General Patrick Ryder told reporters.
Mr Ryder added: “Our focus will continue to be on supporting Ukraine.”
Ukrainian worshippers attend Christmas Service
As Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7, hundreds of Ukrainians gathered at the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery for the historic service.
The head of the Orthodox Church of Ukraine, Metropolitan Epifaniy, led a Christmas divine liturgy in the pro-Western country's most significant monastery - the Assumption Cathedral of the 11th century Lavra.
Those who attended - including men in military uniforms - had their passports checked and walked through metal detectors as they were under tight police surveillance throughout the service.
President Zelensky thanks the US
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked the US for assisting them with military equipment, including Bradley Fighting Vehicles.
These vehicles have more protection and can hold more firepower than any other military equipment which has been sent over to Ukraine so far.
This new resource which can carry a half-dozen soldiers will strengthen Ukraine's forces.
Zelensky said: "For the first time, we will get Bradley Fighting Vehicles — this is exactly what is needed.
"New guns and projectiles, including high-precision ones. New missiles. New drones. It’s timely and strong.”
The US will provide military assistance to Ukraine and other countries
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on Friday that the US will be helping Ukraine and countries affected by the Russian invasion with $3.75billion in military assistance.
$2.85billion will be directly provided to Ukraine while $225million will be used to built longing military equipment and modernize Ukraine's equipment.
Another $682million will be directed towards European partners and allies that are helping Ukraine with military donations.
Blinken finished his statement by saying: "Russia alone could end this war today. Until it does so, this year, as in prior years, and for as long as it takes, we stand United with Ukraine."
Ukraine suffering from very low temperatures and very less power
Ukrainians are being asked to save on electricity by the power grid operator as temperatures drop and energy consumption rises.
Russian missile and drone attacks on energy stations since October has caused heating and water shortages and even blackout during the very cold and dark hours of winter.
Weather forecasters are predicting drops to -11C in Kyiv and -18C in eastern Ukraine.
Grid operator Ukrenergo released a statement on the Telegram messaging app which read: "In the near future, a significant drop in temperature is expected, which will lead to a rapid increase in consumption.
"The energy system is currently unable to fully cover it due to the damage and the enemy's occupation of a number of power plants that produce electricity, in particular, and the most powerful - the Zaporizhzhia NPP (nuclear power plant).
"Please use electricity wisely, alternate the use of energy-intensive appliances. It helps reduce the load on the power system and reduce the need to limit consumption."
Power outages continue in Ukraine as Russian forces’ missile attacks heavily damaged the energy infrastructuresCredit: Getty Ukraine will need at least $1.79billion to restore telecommunications
A U.N. Agency revealed that Ukraine will need at least $1.79billion to restore its telecommunications sector.
The report alleged that Russia "destroyed completely or seized" networks in parts of Ukraine, with 10 out of 24 regions suffering high damage and destruction.
The report said: "Since the beginning of military attacks, with the purpose of using the facilities in its interests and for its own needs, the aggressor either destroyed completely or seized the regular operation of public and private terrestrial telecommunication and critical infrastructure in the temporarily occupied and war-affected territories of Ukraine."
Russian air defences shoot down a drone over Crimea's Sevastopol
On Saturday, the Russian-installed governor of the Crimean city of Sevastopol, Mikhail Razvozhaev, said that air defences shot down a drone which is thought to make part of Ukraine's planned attacks.
Razvozhaev suggested that this was the latest attempt from Ukraine on a port which has Russia's Black Sea Fleet based.
He wrote the accusation on the Telegram messaging service, which read: "Even the sacred holiday of Christmas was not a reason for these inhuman people to halt their attempts to attack our Hero City."
Artillery fire at the Ukrainian front line despite Putin's 36-hour ceasefire order
Reuters reported that Russian and Ukrainian forces exchanged artillery fire at the front lines near Kreminna in eastern Ukraine.
This was after Vladimir Putin ordered a 36-hour ceasefire from midday to Friday ahead of Russian Orthodox Christmas.
This was rejected by Kyiv and shells flew across the frontline as one soldier was heard saying: "What ceasefire? Can you hear?
"What do they want to achieve if they keep on shooting? We know, we have learnt not to trust them."
Putin attends Orthodox Christmas service all alone in Russia's most secure cathedral
Vladimir Putin attended an Orthodox Christmas service by himself in Russia's most secure cathedral.
During the midnight service at the Cathedral of the Annunciation which is found within the Kremlin, Putin had an armed bodyguard on surveillance to ensure his safety.
The last time that Putin attended a Christmas service in Moscow was over two decades ago in 2021.
Over the years, he was seen attending services in his home in St. Petersburg in the Church of Simeon and Anna and the Cathedral of the Transfiguration.
Western nations could boycott Paris 2024 Olympics if Russia is allowed to compete
Gerhard Heiberg, a veteran retired Norwegian IOC member spoke about the possibility of Russian athletes competing in the 2024 Olympic Games being held in Paris.
Russia has been excluded from several sporting events such as the FIFA World Cup and the Formula One championship which excluded the Russian GP from the 2022 calendar and saw Nikita Mazepin lose his seat.
Heiberg said that Western countries may boycott the Games if Russian athletes become allowed to compete in Paris 2024.
He said: "The plan to devise acceptable conditions for inclusion of Russian athletes is far too early, Ukraine’s allies indeed all of Europe, is wholly justified in their concern.
"More information is needed on Putin and his military leaders, still formidably aggressive. It is much too soon for leaders of the Olympic Council of Asia to be investigating possible loopholes for Russian integration.
"Yes, neighbours of Ukraine may well resort to boycott. The West should lie low for the moment and not venture in this false direction."
Ivan Fedotov of Russia celebrates after men’s ice hockey playoff semifinal match between ROC and Sweden during the Beijing 2022 Winter OlympicsCredit: Getty Ukrainian official hails new military support
Mykhailo Podolyak, an advisor to President Zelensky, took to Twitter this morning to praise a new wave military aid set to be delivered by the US, France and Germay.
All three nations have agreed to send armoured vehicles to Ukraine in a bid to help imporve the country’s chances of victory.
Japan condemns Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine
Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, who currently leads the G7, has condemned Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, and hinted he could visit Kyiv soon.
He said: “I strongly condemned Russia’s continued aggression, and stated that Japan would do its utmost to provide assistance, including to get through the winter, in order to protect the lives of the Ukrainian people.”
He added he would consider a visit to Ukraine “based on various circumstances.”
Zelensky thanks Biden
Zelensky has taken to Twitter to thank the President of The United States for their defence package.
Zelensky Tweeted: "I welcome the all-time US defense aid package. Thank you @POTUS for the completely new weaponry, incl Bradley vehicles, anti-aircraft missiles.
"It'll strengthen Ukraine'sArmy on a battlefield. Awesome Christmas present for Ukraine! Together with the US people we're approaching a common victory!"
Ukraine spy chief claims Putin will die soon
Ukraine’s spy chief has claimed that sickly Putin will die very soon.
Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine‘s chief of defence intelligence, said last night he is certain Putin does have terminal cancer.
He told ABC News: “He has been sick for a long time.
“I am sure he has cancer. I think he will die very quickly. I hope very soon.”
Ukrainian official comments on Magomed Abdulayev's death
A Telegram channel run by Ukraine government official Anton Geraschenko said: "Another mysterious death of a Russian official.
“A car knocked down the ex-premier of Dagestan in Makhachkala, killing him.
“The Russian media report that Magomed Abdulayev, 61, became the victim of a car collision when he crossed the road in the wrong place.”
Russias plans to order new mobilisation
According to Ukraine’s military intelligence, Russia is set to order the mobilisation of around 500,000 conscripts in January.
Ukraine’s deputy military intelligence chief, Vadym Skibitsky, said Ukraine understood that the mobilisation would be part of Russian offensives over the spring and summer.
US funding to Ukraine
The White House has confirmed that the US will provide a new weapons aid package for Ukraine worth more than $3bn.
It comes as Germany's defence minister Christine Lambrecht and US defence secretary Lloyd Austin discussed extra aid for Ukraine.
The German defence minister said in a statement that the pair discussed how to coordinate extra military support, particularly regarding infantry fighting vehicles and a Patriot missile defence system.
Putin plans barbaric attacks, Ukraine claims
Vladimir Putin is "planning terrorist attacks in churches" during the Christmas period according to Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister.
Iryna Vereshchuk has warned residents of Ukraine not to attend church services for Orthodox Christmas and to "refrain from visiting places with large crowds".
The Deputy said: "There is information that the Russians are preparing terrorist attacks in churches in the temporarily occupied territories for Orthodox Christmas."
Russia broke ceasefire '14 times' according to Ukraine official
The Luhansk Governor Serhiy Haidai has claimed that Russia opened fire "14 times" during first three hours of ceasefire.
In a post on Telegram Mr Haidai said: "Putin's 'Christmas truce': Russian shelling in Luhansk region did not stop for a moment, pauses only for the supply of shells the country of liars."
Russian losses surpass 110,000
Russian losses have today surpassed 110,000, according to reports by the Ukrainian military.
The exact figure, 110,250, reportedly comes after the Kremlin lost a further 530 troops yesterday.
Putin announced a day-long ceasefire yesterday, as Orthodox Christians in Russia and Ukraine celebrate Christmas.
Zelensky thanks Olaf Scholz
Zelensky has thanked German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his nations continued support.
The Ukrainian thanked Olaf for the "powerful defense package, including several dozen Marder vehicles and the Patriot system".
Ukraine's de-Russification continues
Ukraine continues their de-Russification today.
Russian writer Mikh Lermontov's monument has been dismantled and removed from the city of Dnipro.
Ally of Putin’s top supporter dead
Magomed Abdulayev, 61, is the latest of a string of elite figures close to Vladimir Putin's regime to die in mysterious circumstances in recent weeks.
Abdulayev, a close ally of Putin puppet Dmitry Medvedev, was was hit by a Niva car in Makhachkala city on the Caspian Sea.
He was taken to hospital but died from severe injuries.
He had been crossing Gadzhiev Street at an unauthorised point, said reports.
It was not disclosed whether the driver, reported to be aged 55, was detained or questioned by police.
Russia makes accusations
Russia have claimed Ukraine have broken the ceasefire, despite the nation never agreeing to one during the Orthodox Christmas period.
"Despite the fact that today, 6 January, from 12.00 Moscow time, the Russian troops were observing the ceasefire regime, the Kyiv regime continued shelling settlements and positions of Russian troops," the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement.
"In the Krasno-Limansky direction, the Armed Forces of Ukraine carried out four mortar attacks on Russian positions. In the area of the settlement of Belogorovka, Lugansk People's Republic, three artillery attacks," it added.
Watch the moment Ukraine helicopter unleashes flares
This is the dramatic moment a Ukrainian attack helicopter sends out flares moments after releasing several missiles.
Putin's forces 'using dead bodies'
Putin's forces are claimed to have been using "dead bodies as shields" on battlefields according to Ukraine’s Major General.
Major General, Kyrylo Budanov told ABC News: “There are hundreds of dead bodies just rotting away in the open field, in places they are piled on top of other bodies like makeshift walls, when Russian troops attack on that field they use those bodies for cover, like a shield.”
Japan condemns Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine
Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, who currently leads the G7, has condemned Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, and hinted he could visit Kyiv soon.
He said: “I strongly condemned Russia’s continued aggression, and stated that Japan would do its utmost to provide assistance, including to get through the winter, in order to protect the lives of the Ukrainian people.”
He added he would consider a visit to Ukraine “based on various circumstances.”
Ceasefire likely ‘an information operation intended to damage Ukraine’s reputation’
Russia’s 36-hour Christmas ceasefire is reportedly designed to damage Ukraine’s reputation, according to a US think tank.
The Institute for the Study of War said: “#Putin’s announcement that Russian forces will conduct a 36-hour ceasefire in observance of Russian Orthodox Christmas is likely an information operation intended to damage #Ukraine’s reputation.”
Putin seemingly caved to pressure from the Orthodox church in sanctioning this ceasefire, which has been described by US officials as “cynical.”
Russian losses hit 110,000 as Putin announces ceasefire
Russian losses have today surpassed 110,000, according to reports by the Ukrainian military.
The exact figure, 110,250, reportedly comes after the Kremlin lost a further 530 troops yesterday.
Putin announced a day-long ceasefire yesterday, as Orthodox Christians in Russia and Ukraine celebrate Christmas.
Children in ‘cold bomb shelters’ as Russia goes back on ceasefire promise
Ukrainian presidential advisor Mykhailo Podolyak has taken to Twitter to slam Putin after his forces went back on their promise to end hostilties for a day.
He wrote: “Jan 6. Air alert all over Ukraine.
“Children are again in cold bomb shelters. A fire station was shelled in Kherson.
“This is the essence of ‘”Russian truce”‘: kill in the back, imitating silence. “Never”.
“Never take any RF’s words seriously. It is always a primitive & cynical deception.”
Ukrainian official hails new military support
Mykhailo Podolyak, an advisor to President Zelensky, took to Twitter on Friday morning to praise a new wave military aid set to be delivered by the US, France and Germay.
All three nations have agreed to send armoured vehicles to Ukraine in a bid to help imporve the country’s chances of victory.
Mobile phone usage to blame for Makiivka, Russia’s MoD reports
According to comments from Russia’s ministry of defence, mobile phone usage was to blame for Ukraine’s strike on Russian soldiers in Makiivka.
The “mass” usage of phones seemingly allowed Ukraine’s military to detect a large concentration of Russian soldiers in Makiivka.
“A committee is currently working to investigate the circumstances of the incident. But it is already clear now that the main cause of the incident was the inclusion and mass use, contrary to the ban, of cell phones by military personnel within the range of the enemy’s weapon systems,” the ministry’s statement said.
Ukraine’s deputy PM warns of church attacks this Christmas
Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk has said the Kremlin is planning to attack churches in Russian-occupied regions of the country over the weekend.
This comes as thousands of Ukrainians attend church services in celebration of the Orthadox church’s Christmas day.
“Ukraine has received information that Russians are preparing terrorist attacks in churches,” Vereshchuk said on Facebook.
Ceasefire lasts less than two hours, claims Ukrainian official
As air raid sirens were heard across Ukraine yesterday morning, the country’s officials took to social media to slam Putin’s so-called ceasefire.
Ukrainian MP Inna Sovsun said: “So, two hours into the announced ceasefire, air raid sirens are blaring all over #Ukraine.
“Like literally, he couldn’t even hold it for two hours. That’s how much one can trust #Putin.”
MoD intel update
The Ministry of Defence has provided the latest Defence Intelligence update regarding the situation in Ukraine.
Take a look at the map below.
Japan condemns Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine
Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, who currently leads the G7, has condemned Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, and hinted he could visit Kyiv soon.
He said: “I strongly condemned Russia’s continued aggression, and stated that Japan would do its utmost to provide assistance, including to get through the winter, in order to protect the lives of the Ukrainian people.”
He added he would consider a visit to Ukraine “based on various circumstances.”
Ceasefire likely ‘an information operation intended to damage Ukraine’s reputation’
Russia’s 36-hour Christmas ceasefire is reportedly designed to damage Ukraine’s reputation, according to a US think tank.
The Institute for the Study of War said: “#Putin’s announcement that Russian forces will conduct a 36-hour ceasefire in observance of Russian Orthodox Christmas is likely an information operation intended to damage #Ukraine’s reputation.”
Putin seemingly caved to pressure from the Orthodox church in sanctioning this ceasefire, which has been described by US officials as “cynical.”
Russian losses hit 110,000 as Putin announces ceasefire
Russian losses have today surpassed 110,000, according to reports by the Ukrainian military.
The exact figure, 110,250, reportedly comes after the Kremlin lost a further 530 troops yesterday.
Putin announced a day-long ceasefire yesterday, as Orthodox Christians in Russia and Ukraine celebrate Christmas.
Children in 'cold bomb shelters' as Russia goes back on ceasefire promise
Ukrainian presidential advisor Mykhailo Podolyak has taken to Twitter to slam Putin after his forces went back on their promise to end hostilties for a day.
He wrote: "Jan 6. Air alert all over Ukraine.
"Children are again in cold bomb shelters. A fire station was shelled in Kherson.
"This is the essence of '"Russian truce"': kill in the back, imitating silence. "Never".
"Never take any RF's words seriously. It is always a primitive & cynical deception."
Ukrainian official hails new military support
Mykhailo Podolyak, an advisor to President Zelensky, took to Twitter this morning to praise a new wave military aid set to be delivered by the US, France and Germay.
All three nations have agreed to send armoured vehicles to Ukraine in a bid to help imporve the country's chances of victory.
Mobile phone usage to blame for Makiivka, Russia’s MoD reports
According to comments from Russia’s ministry of defence, mobile phone usage was to blame for Ukraine’s strike on Russian soldiers in Makiivka.
The “mass” usage of phones seemingly allowed Ukraine’s military to detect a large concentration of Russian soldiers in Makiivka.
“A committee is currently working to investigate the circumstances of the incident. But it is already clear now that the main cause of the incident was the inclusion and mass use, contrary to the ban, of cell phones by military personnel within the range of the enemy’s weapon systems,” the ministry’s statement said.
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