02 Jan 2026
BBC News
Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office
Kyrylo Budanov has led the Hur military intelligence, which has claimed a number of highly-effective strikes against Russia.
02 Jan 2026 1:21pm GMT
Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 27 people in New Year attack in occupied Kherson region
Ukraine says it only conducts strikes against military targets and adheres to international law.
02 Jan 2026 1:05pm GMT
01 Jan 2026
BBC News
Netherlands police face 'unprecedented' New Year's violence
Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country.
01 Jan 2026 1:30pm GMT