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17.12.2025

The Day US-Europe Security Plan Unveiled

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 17.12.2025.

It displays 87 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

17.12.2025The Day US-Europe Security Plan Unveiled
The day's significant development revolved around the unveiling of a US and European draft for security guarantees to Ukraine, as reported by NYT. These proposals reportedly aimed to persuade Ukraine towards territorial concessions and foregoing NATO membership, generating concerns from Moscow regarding European involvement. This follows previous days' discussions on peace talks and security guarantees. In the early afternoon, Russia conducted a missile attack on Zaporizhzhia, injuring dozens and damaging residential buildings. Concurrently, Putin stated Russia's readiness to accelerate its offensive. Later, President Zelenskyy stated that Moscow is preparing 2026 to be a year of war, and the US Senate adopted a defense budget with implications for Ukraine's financing.
17.12.2025
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03:18

03:27 (01:27)US-Europe Security Plan Unveiled

Ukrainian media prominently features reports that the US and Europe have prepared a draft of security guarantees for Ukraine, with details revealed by NYT. These proposals reportedly aim to persuade Ukraine to cede territory and forgo NATO membership (Liga.net, TSN, UNIAN). Moscow, however, expresses concerns about European involvement, stating it does not bode well for peace plans (Kyiv Post).
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08:44 (06:44)Post-War Security Guarantees Discussed

Ukrainian media prominently reports on discussions regarding security guarantees for Ukraine post-war, with proposals drafted by the US and European countries (Ukrinform UA, Pravda). European diplomats express regret over lost momentum in early sanctions against Russia (Kyiv Post). Separately, there are discussions about taxing small international parcels exceeding €150 (Liga.net).
08:54
Radio Svoboda

Принуждение к MAXу. В России всех переводят в государственный мессенджер

08:54 (06:54 in your timezone)
09:01
Radio Svoboda

Принуждение к MAXу. В России переводят в государственный мессенджер

09:01 (07:01 in your timezone)
10:28
Олена Струк Оксен Лісовий: “Вчителі — це надто велика соціальна група, щоб діяти невиважено, на ходу вносячи правки до державного бюджету” Міністр освіти і науки про те, що буде із зарплатами освітян в 2026 році, як розподілятиметься освітня субвенція, та на що розраховують міжнародні донори, за рахунок яких фінансується сектор.
10:28 (08:28 in your timezone)
10:58

12:05 (10:05)US Sanctions Threaten Russian Energy

Ukrainian media highlights the potential for new US sanctions against Russian energy if Putin rejects a peace agreement (Pravda, UNIAN). Concurrently, Russia is reportedly increasing its forces, posing a new threat of offensives on the front lines (TSN). Military operations continue with Ukrainian forces striking a Russian oil refinery and other facilities (Ukrinform UA). The discussion also includes the financial state of Russia's budget (Radio Svoboda).
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14:49 (12:49)Zaporizhzhia missile strike

Ukrainian media reports a Russian missile attack on Zaporizhzhia, injuring 26 people and damaging over 130 apartments (Ukrinform UA, Pravda). Concurrently, Putin states Russia is ready to accelerate its offensive and expand a 'buffer zone' in Ukraine (Kyiv Post). Discussions also emerge about Europe needing to find money for Ukraine by week's end (UNIAN), and the prospect of Russia's war with NATO (TSN).
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18:29 (16:29)Kyiv-Berlin Defense Pact

Ukrainian media reports Kyiv and Berlin signed new defense agreements exceeding €1.2 billion (Pravda). Concurrently, Italy supports a 'reparation loan' for Ukraine under certain conditions (UNIAN). The 'Servant of the People' party elected a new head, Oleksandr Korniienko (Glavcom, Liga.net). Meanwhile, the general commander states Russian forces continue attacks despite heavy losses, describing the situation as complicated (Kyiv Post).
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21:47 (19:47)Moscow Prepares 2026: Year of War

Ukrainian media reports President Zelenskyy's statement that Moscow is preparing 2026 to be a year of war (Ukrinform UA, Pravda). Concurrently, there are discussions on the possibility of elections during wartime, with legal experts weighing in on constitutional implications (Liga.net). The US Senate has also adopted a defense budget, with implications for Ukraine's financing (TSN).