On December 25, 2024, Ukraine reported severe Russian missile and drone attacks leading to nationwide alerts. In Krywyj Rih, a strike resulted in one death and over a dozen injuries. Major cities like Kharkiv and Dnipro faced significant assaults, damaging infrastructure and causing multiple injuries. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized unity and the desire for peace in his Christmas address, while officials condemned the Russian military’s actions. The Ukrainian air force successfully intercepted numerous Russian drones during the night.