Mykyta Shandyba

Just kilometers from the frontline, a Ukrainian bomb factory works in secret. This isn’t high-tech—it’s survival.

The stars in Ukraine shine not only in the sky — they walk among the people. On December 25, Kyiv glows with the light of Ukrainian Christmas and the warmth of countless smiles.

We thank them. We remember them. We stand with those who continue to fight for a free Ukraine. Today, Ukrainian homes are filled with the light of Christmas candles. Behind every flicker lies the sacrifice of those who have given their health, their bodies, and their peace of mind—the Ukrainian defenders.

The UNITED24 Media team recently visited a position manned by the 45th Separate Artillery Brigade, in charge of a Bohdana, Ukraine's domestically-produced self-propelled artillery system. The Ukrainian military complex can now manufacture 20 of them per month. 

Amid the Russian invasion, Ukraine's 154th Mechanized Brigade stands ready. The 2S1 Gvozdika artillery unit delivers precision and power, remaining focused under pressure.

Ukrainian aviation rescuers sharpened their battlefield response skills in high-stakes training sessions designed to perfect life-saving maneuvers.