Alla Kiosak
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine supported the dismissal of Denys Shmyhal from the post of Minister of Defense. 265 people's deputies voted for this decision.
SAPO has completed the pre-trial investigation in the case of the embezzlement and legalization of over UAH 54 million from the state budget. The former MP organized the scheme by misleading the ECHR regarding Kyivenergo's debt, and the funds were legalized through conversion centers.
The prosecutor's office uncovered several schemes of evasion from mobilization and illegal transportation of conscripts abroad. The documented amount of illicit gains exceeds UAH 5.8 million, and 11 individuals have been notified of suspicion.
In Kyiv, most buildings already have heating, but almost 800 high-rise buildings are still without heat supply. This applies to the Pecherskyi, Holosiivskyi, and Solomianskyi districts.
A cadet of a Ukrainian military institute has been sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property for collaborating with the FSB. He adjusted missile strikes on military facilities, including training buildings and barracks.
In Kyiv, law enforcement officers exposed a 40-year-old Israeli citizen who is suspected of selling drugs. The man decorated the New Year's tree with bags of drugs.
Part of the shadow fleet has begun to massively change flags to Russian ones. The American military continues to seize tankers, despite attempts to circumvent the blockade.
Law enforcement officers exposed the director of a contracting company and a technical supervision engineer who embezzled UAH 5. 5 million during the repair of shelters in the Kherson region. The director inflated the cost of works, and the engineer approved unreliable acts.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide announced Norway's readiness to provide security guarantees to Ukraine after a ceasefire. This is intended to ensure long-term peace but requires coordination with partners.
Starting from February 1, 2026, a new procedure for affixing an apostille to official documents will come into force in Ukraine. The cost of the service will also increase from January 1, 2026.
On January 12, believers honor the memory of the holy martyr Tatiana of Rome. This holiday has deep spiritual roots and folk traditions.
The drone is controlled by an operator in real time and uses Chinese components.
Kyiv police are investigating the circumstances of a student's knife attack on a teacher and a classmate on January 12. The victims are receiving medical attention, and the attacker has been detained.
On January 11, 2026, Russians shelled Vilniansk, Zaporizhzhia region, killing one woman and injuring two. Houses, a road, a garage, and vehicles were damaged.
Congressman Ted Lieu urged the American military not to obey Trump's order to invade Greenland, as it is illegal. Greenland is part of Denmark, a NATO ally of the United States.
In Kharkiv, adverse weather conditions caused delays in the operation of trams, trolleybuses, and buses. City services are working to eliminate the consequences of the bad weather, clearing roads and sidewalks.
The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck three drilling rigs of the Lukoil corporation in the Caspian Sea.
Heads of district state administrations were instructed to check the operation of Invincibility Points in Ivano-Frankivsk region. This is due to a sharp cold snap and worsening weather conditions.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko showed the round-the-clock work of utility services to restore damaged infrastructure. The main goal is to restore heating to Kyiv residents' homes as soon as possible after the enemy attack.
Snowfall, blizzards, and frosts continue in Dnipro and the region. The police, together with utility services, are eliminating the consequences of bad weather and ensuring road safety.
Due to snowfall in the Kherson region, traffic has become difficult, and the police are operating in an enhanced mode, assisting drivers. All roads in the region are passable, over 80 units of special equipment have been deployed, and 154 Invincibility Points are functioning.
Donald Trump announced the cessation of oil supplies and financial aid to Cuba, which previously received resources from Venezuela. He called on Cuba to reach an agreement with the United States before it's too late.
Valeriy, an aerial reconnaissance soldier of the "Predator" brigade, who is performing combat missions in Kostiantynivka, married his beloved Tetyana through the "Diia" application. The couple registered their marriage on January 9, despite the distance and the war.
According to the publication, citing a report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner and a family statement, Guy Moon died on Thursday from injuries sustained in a traffic accident.
The farewell ceremony for medic Serhiy Smolyak, who died from a repeated missile strike, will take place on January 12 at St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery. All those wishing to honor the Hero are expected at 12:00.
In Huliaipole, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, combat clashes continue between reconnaissance-and-search and assault groups. Over the past day, Ukrainian units conducted more than ten assault operations.
The Verkhovna Rada is preparing a draft law that may restrict the right to deferment from mobilization for men aged 25+ due to studies. The number of such students has increased to 250,000, and inspections have revealed almost 50,000 fictitious students.
Russian troops will not be able to regain access to Kupyansk, where a sweep is underway. The loss of the city deprives Russia of an important railway hub and makes further offensive impossible.
U. S. President Donald Trump is considering military action options against Iran in response to the harsh crackdown on anti-government protests. No final decision has been made yet, but scenarios are being seriously discussed.
The Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine recorded a radio interception where a Russian commander orders the execution of all Ukrainian prisoners of war. This proves that war crimes are a conscious policy of the aggressor.