The Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security is working on introducing mandatory and additional vacations for military personnel. It is also planning to consider protection for military personnel who report corruption.
Ukraine received the first batch of French Mirage 2000 fighter jets. These are the first aircraft of this type to be delivered to the Ukrainian army as part of military aid from France.
Russia is forming a new kind of troops - unmanned systems troops, which by 2030 should number 210,000 soldiers in 277 units.
Meta's founder's fortune reached $248 billion due to a 17% increase in the company's shares. Meta's market value has increased to $1.78 trillion due to investment interest in AI development.
The SBU calls for reporting attempts to recruit for terrorist attacks through the FSB's Spaly chatbot. Russian special services are using a new tactic - remote detonation of perpetrators who mine the TCC.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a 7% increase in the effectiveness of drones compared to December. FPV drones accounted for the largest share of defeats (49%), with units of the 46th, 3rd and 80th brigades leading the way.
The occupiers are trying to gain a foothold in the area of Dvorichna in Kharkiv region, using small boats to deliver troops. According to the Khortytsia spokesperson, the enemy has no stable foothold there.
The US court has allowed the family of the dead American Quinn Shansman to file a lawsuit against Sberbank in the MH17 case. The bank is accused of financing “DNR” militants through the US banking system.
The SBU uncovered a new tactic of Russian special services - remote detonation of explosive devices together with the perpetrators. Since the beginning of 2024, 497 people involved in sabotage have been identified.
The head of the National Police reported 9 cases of sabotage, 3 of which involved attempts on police officers. Russian special services recruit mostly young people under the age of 20, promising money, but often eliminate the recruits.
An explosion occurred near the territorial recruitment center in Kamianets-Podilskyi, killing the attacker. Four other people were injured, the circumstances of the incident are under investigation.
The next meeting in the Ramstein format will take place on February 12 under the leadership of the United Kingdom instead of the United States. This will be the first meeting after Lloyd Austin held his last meeting on January 9.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported the return of 150 Ukrainian defenders from Russian captivity. This is another successful prisoner exchange between Ukraine and the Russian Federation.
A preparatory hearing was held in Dnipro in the case of MP Tyshchenko regarding the illegal imprisonment of a military man. The court did not accept Mazokha's claim for UAH 35 million in compensation, giving him 5 days to correct the mistakes.
The Kyiv City Council has denied rumors about the construction of a “Courtyard with Crows” at 9 Reitarska Street. The site was leased for 10 years exclusively for tourist infrastructure and catering facilities.
The Pechersk District Court has chosen a preventive measure for MP Kostiantyn Bondariev in the form of a personal commitment. He is suspected of organizing the smuggling of his acquaintances across the border under the guise of drivers.
Minister Sibiga discussed with his British counterpart Lammie the expansion of military cooperation and new assistance worth 55 million pounds. The UK will provide funds for social programs and continue training the Ukrainian military.
Ukraine is considering purchasing American LNG gas for storage in its own underground storage facilities. The Foreign Ministry says this will help the country become a guarantor of energy security in Europe.
Foreign Minister Sibiga explained how the concept of “peace through strength” is being implemented in cooperation with the United States. He outlined specific areas of cooperation, including military assistance, natural resources, and energy security.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy announces a new package of assistance to Ukraine worth 55 million pounds. The funds will be used for energy projects, social services and food supplies to Syria.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said that Russia is not showing a serious attitude to the negotiations.
A representative of the 24th Brigade reported a change in enemy tactics in Chasovyi Yar. The occupiers are massively using armored personnel carriers for assaults, as well as artillery and aviation.
The Tax Service helped to expose an interregional drug cartel that laundered UAH 18 million monthly through a network of drops. The criminals used more than a thousand front men to transfer funds into cryptocurrency.
More than 300 earthquakes have been recorded near the Greek island of Santorini over the past two days. About 9,000 local residents have evacuated to the mainland, the authorities are taking emergency security measures.
In Ukraine, for the first time, a court deprived a driver of his license for violating the rules of military registration. Most of these cases are returned due to non-payment of the court fee by the TCC, but successful claims are expected to increase in 2025.
The Albashneft oil depot, which processes 320,000 tons of oil per year, was attacked in the Krasnodar region of Russia. The company produces fuel for the Russian armed forces.
The President of Ukraine has appointed Philip Pronin, head of the State Financial Monitoring Service, to the National Security and Defense Council. Pronin has extensive experience in financial institutions and previously headed the Poltava RMA.
The President of Ukraine revealed the losses of both sides in the war. According to him, Russia lost about 350,000 soldiers, while Ukraine lost 45,100 defenders.
The head of the GUR said that about 8,000 DPRK troops continue to fight on the front line in Kursk, although their activity has decreased. Budanov denied media reports about the withdrawal of North Korean troops from the front line.
WINWIN AI Center of Excellence was presented in Ukraine to introduce artificial intelligence into government processes and key areas of life. The center is headed by Danylo Tsvok and will focus on defense, medicine, education, and business.
