Announcing the decision in a post on X, Zelenskyy said he had offered Budanov the role at a time when Ukraine requires heightened attention to national security and defence priorities.
A day after the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Ukrainian drones struck in the Kherson region, which killed 24 people, including a child, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday claimed that two missiles from Moscow struck the city of Kharkiv.
At least 24 people were killed, including a child and more than 50 were injured after Ukrainian drones struck a cafe and a hotel during New Year celebrations in the Kherson region, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Thursday.
A total of 128 journalists and media workers were killed worldwide in 2025, making it another deadly year for journalism, with the Middle East and Arab World emerging as the worst-affected region, according to the final Killed List released by the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday said that he signed a decree conferring state awards upon 53 Ukrainians from various parts of the country who supported the people and the country.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine wants peace but will not accept any weak or temporary deal that compromises its sovereignty. In a New Year address, he stressed resilience despite war fatigue and said negotiations are close but must ensure lasting security.
US intelligence has assessed that Ukraine did not target Russian President Vladimir Putin in an alleged drone incident, contradicting Moscow's claims. President Trump played down the allegation, while Ukraine denied involvement and Russia cited the incident to harden its stance in peace t
India-US relations in 2025 were marked by mixed signals, with public warmth between leaders overshadowed by rising trade disputes, tariff hikes, and disagreements over mediation claims, even as both sides continued strategic engagement and described the partnership as "special."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented housing certificates to the warriors of Ukraine's Security and Defense Forces who have been conferred the title Hero of Ukraine, as well as to the families of fallen Heroes, in a gesture of gratitude for their service to the country.