On the night of January 1 and in the morning of the same day, Russian forces launched an attack on Ukraine using 111 Shahed drones and other types of unmanned aerial vehicles. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted and shot down 63 targets, according to the Ukrainian Air Force.
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Body of a woman found in Kyiv building after drone attack
The body of a woman was found in a residential building in Kyiv that was damaged by the Russian drone attack, Kyiv military administration said. At least six people were injured, according to the Kyiv mayor.
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Russian attack: 111 Iranian Shahid drones, 63 shot down (max 12 words)
This morning's Russian drone attack consisted of 111 Iranian‑supplied Shahid kamikaze drones, according to the Ukrainian Air Force. 63 were shot down, a further 46 were defeated by electronic warfare. Debris caused damage in Kyiv and six were injured.
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Kyiv city center on New Year’s morning after 111 Shahed drone attack
Kyiv city center on New Year’s morning, Russia attacked Ukraine with 111 Shahed drones.
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Russian drones: damage and fire in Kyiv (111 launched)
On New Year's night, Russia launched 111 drones on Ukraine. In Kyiv, top floors of a residential building were partially destroyed and a fire occurred. At least six people injured in Kyiv from the Russian attack – Kyiv mayor. : State Emergency Service
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Ukraine halts Russian gas flow to Europe
“Historic event”: Ukraine halts Russian gas flow to Europe. Ukraine emphasized the move’s strategic importance in limiting Russia’s war financing capabilities.
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Ukraine halts Russian gas transit on Jan 1, 2025 for security
At 7 a.m. on January 1, 2025, Ukraine officially stopped the transportation of Russian natural gas through its territory, the Ministry of Energy reported. It noted that this step was taken in the interests of national security.
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Kyiv drone attack aftermath: rescue efforts continue
More footage of the aftermath of Russia’s overnight drone attack on Kyiv. Efforts to eliminate the consequences and rescue people are ongoing.
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Ukrainian drones destroy 2 Russian helicopters in Crimea
Another Russian aviation blogger reports that yesterday, Ukrainian naval drones destroyed two Mi-8 helicopters of the Russian Aerospace Forces during an attack on Crimea.
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Ukraine’s estimates of Russia’s combat losses on Jan 1
These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of Jan. 1, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.