Vlada Toporkova

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.

When a Russian missile strike levels a building, there’s rubble, flames, and frantic rescue efforts. While firefighters and paramedics save lives and recover bodies, another group of first responders comes in—psychologists. 

Finding out people’s search habits gives us a rare glimpse into the everyday realities of their lives. Google’s Year in Search offers this lens into the hopes, concerns, and curiosities of nations. For Ukraine, these searches tell a story starkly different from most—shaped by resilience under attack, all due to Russia’s ongoing invasion.

Inside the Australian BUSHMASTER—a rugged armored vehicle helping Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces on daring missions in Russia’s Kursk region.

Andrii Sybiha is emerging as a key figure on the international stage following his recent appointment as Ukraine’s Foreign Minister. His predecessor, Dmytro Kuleba, set a high bar in diplomacy, particularly during the early stages of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.