News|Russia-Ukraine warRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,402These are the key developments from day 1,402 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Current developments as of Saturday, Dec 27, 2025:

Reports indicate a significant Russian attack on Kyiv, Ukraine, with air defenses activated. Russian cruise and ballistic missiles were reportedly targeting the city. The Russian Ministry of Defence announced the capture of the village of Kosivtseve in the Zaporizhia region, claiming control over more than 23 square kilometers. Ukraine's military recognized an error in a defensive post in Huliaipole, resulting in a temporary withdrawal due to deception by a small group of Russian soldiers. Drone attacks by Russia damaged vessels flagged by Slovakia, Palau, and Liberia in Ukraine’s Odesa and Mykolaiv regions, with no casualties reported. A separate drone attack damaged railway equipment in Kovel, near the Polish border. A fire caused by a Ukrainian drone at Russia’s Temryuk port has been extinguished. The port handles various commodities, including LPG and petrochemicals. Russia claimed to have intercepted seven British-made Storm Shadow missiles over the past week. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accused Russia of launching attacks from Belarusian apartment blocks, questioning Belarus's sovereignty. Poland deployed fighter jets to intercept a Russian reconnaissance aircraft near its airspace, identifying potential provocations involving unidentified airborne objects from Belarus.

Research suggests Russia may be stationing hypersonic ballistic missiles in eastern Belarus, potentially enhancing its capability to target Europe. Satellite imagery reviewed by US researchers indicated construction consistent with a strategic missile base in Belarus. Russian Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov stated that Russian arms exports are delayed to prioritize domestic military needs.

President Zelenskyy expressed intentions to discuss territorial issues with US President Donald Trump, in the context of finalizing a 20-point peace framework and a security agreement. Zelenskyy mentioned the near completion of a security agreement with the US and proposed a referendum if a ceasefire is agreed upon by Russia. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov claimed Ukraine's peace plan diverges significantly from discussions with the US. President Putin discussed potential territorial exchanges involving the Donbas region with Russian businessmen. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized continued diplomatic pressure on Russia in talks with Zelenskyy. Putin's envoy participated in discussions with the US administration on peace negotiations.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un acknowledged military cooperation with Russia, as part of New Year’s communications with President Putin. A former Russian diplomat, Arseniy Konovalov, was sentenced to 12 years for espionage activities involving US intelligence while stationed in the US. Konovalov served at the Russian Consulate General in Houston, Texas, between 2014 and 2017.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.