Moscow has accused Ukraine of downing the craft, which it says carried 65 Ukrainian P.O.W.s. The claims cannot be independently verified. Kyiv says Russia is exploiting the episode for propaganda.
Author: ANDREW E. KRAMER
Zelensky Calls for Peace, Not More Weapons, in Davos
In a speech in Switzerland, the Ukrainian president asked for more sanctions on Moscow, but he did not appeal for weaponry for new offenses.
Christmas Moves to Dec. 25 in Ukraine, Another Rebuff of Russia
The Ukrainian Orthodox Church formally changed the main date for the festivities, departing from the Russian tradition of celebrating on Jan. 7, according to the Julian calendar.
Drones Give Ukraine Some Success at Sea
The use of sea drones highlights a path forward for Ukraine in its fight with Russia that has been promoted by the White House and embraced by the Ukrainian leadership.
Zelensky, After Tough Year on Battlefield, Insists Ukraine Will Prevail
Ukraine’s counteroffensive sputtered, but President Volodymyr Zelensky argued that Russia, too, “failed to achieve any results” on the ground, while Ukraine had successes at sea.
Ukraine Indicts Officials Linked to Efforts to Investigate the Bidens
Three officials were accused of operating at the behest of Russian intelligence when they aligned with efforts by Rudolph W. Giuliani to tie the Biden family to corruption in Ukraine.
Deadlocked War Tests Ukrainian Morale
Pessimism over prospects for a quick victory is increasing, and the spirit that infused the first days of the conflict is starting to fade, polls find.
A Wartime Election in Ukraine? It’s a Political Hot Potato.
In normal circumstances, Ukraine’s president would face voters next spring. Analysts say a wartime election is unlikely, but the prospect is causing some anxiety in Kyiv.
In Russia-Ukraine War, Disinformation Is a Weapon Regularly Deployed
It is often hard to know when battlefield reports are false or why they may have been disseminated.
Another Step for Ukraine: Armored Vehicles Breach Some Russian Defenses
Ukraine advanced at one location in the southeast, reflecting slight progress in Kyiv’s halting counteroffensive.