In Vinnytsia, there was a conflict between the police, the TCC and passers-by during the detention of a 40-year-old man who had escaped from the military commissariat. During the confrontation, a police officer dropped his service weapon because of a passerby's pushing.
The HACCU Appeals Chamber changed the measure of restraint for Artur Yemelianov from custody to bail. The former deputy chairman of the HCCU is suspected of participating in a criminal organization that issued decisions for bribes.
Two city councilors in Lviv region have been notified of being suspected of a corruption scheme involving public procurement. Law enforcement officers seized over UAH 1.6 million, currency and other valuables during the searches.
Law enforcement officials have stepped up measures to prevent the leakage of weapons and ammunition from the combat zone. The National Guard, the Armed Forces and the National Police are manning the checkpoints.
In two months, 7,000 soldiers have received approval for transfer through Army+, but up to 1,000 new reports are submitted daily. In total, 30,000 applications have been submitted, which puts a significant strain on the system.
First Deputy Speaker Kornienko said that journalists will be able to have full access to parliamentary sessions after the security situation improves. Currently, access is limited to 30 people in the press center.
The first deputy chairman of the Verkhovna Rada is working to include a draft law on the openness of parliamentary committee meetings on the agenda. The draft law provides for mandatory recording and preservation of committee meetings.
Over 5 years, more than 20 MPs have missed more than half of the votes in the Verkhovna Rada. Fedir Khrystenko has not appeared in the parliament for almost 3 years, and 11 MPs are wanted.
Metapneumovirus is most dangerous for newborns and the elderly.
The State Border Guard Service and the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine are closely monitoring military exercises in Belarus near the Ukrainian border. The exercises will take place from January 8 to 31 in the Gomel district with the involvement of territorial troops.
The US imposed sanctions against major Russian oil companies, including Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegaz. More than 180 ships, dozens of oil traders and six high-ranking officials were also put on the sanctions list.
On January 10, a new group of Ukrainians from abroad signed contracts with the Ukrainian Armed Forces to serve in the Ukrainian Legion. The volunteers include three female medics and communications specialists, bringing the total number of candidates to 1,300.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry called Putin's creation of a headquarters for oil pollution cleanup in the Black Sea a demonstrative “concern. ” About 15-20 thousand birds and more than 30 dolphins were killed in the Russian tanker accident.
The State Audit Service found violations in the transfer of land to the Hryshko National Botanical Garden for the construction of housing on Sadovo-Botanichna Street. Over 6 years, the developer provided the botanical garden with goods and services worth UAH 2.6 million.
The Venezuelan authorities have no information about the Ukrainian citizenship of the detainees claimed by Maduro. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is checking the information through diplomatic channels and partner ambassadors.
The SBU and the Navy conducted a successful operation to destroy a Russian reconnaissance drone depot in Rostov region. The attack involved the use of drones and a Neptune missile, which led to the detonation of ammunition.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi responded to the Slovak prime minister's statements about stopping gas transit through Ukraine. He emphasized that the problem is Russia and the unwillingness of some European countries to get rid of energy dependence.
The Foreign Ministry spokesperson commented on the information about Trump's meeting with Putin, noting that this is not a new initiative. Ukraine expects Trump to meet with Zelenskyy after the inauguration to work together for peace.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry announces preparations for high-level Ukrainian-American contacts after Trump's inauguration on January 20.
The head of the SNRIU reported a lack of qualified personnel at ZNPP and a high level of militarization. Russian weapons are stored at the plant, and the IAEA does not have full access to the facility.
Ukraine has set an example for European countries in refusing to use Russian nuclear fuel for Soviet-designed reactors. Three EU countries already use Westinghouse fuel, and two more are preparing to switch.
The Ministry of Environment reports that there is no threat to the coast of Odesa from the spill of fuel oil from Russian tankers. The pollution over an area of about 1000 km² reached the coast of Crimea, killing more than 15,000 birds and 30 dolphins.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk criticized Karol Navrotsky's statement that Ukraine is not ready for NATO because of the Volyn tragedy. Nawrocki is a candidate of the Law and Justice party in the presidential election.
The President of Ukraine met with the U. S. Secretary of Defense in the framework of Ramstein. They discussed strengthening air defense, the role of drones in the war, and a new $500 million aid package.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with his Italian counterpart Guido Crozetto. The parties discussed the joint production of air defense systems, missiles and armored vehicles for Ukraine.
The international Drone Capability Coalition will allocate 45 million pounds for the purchase of drones for Ukraine. The funding comes from the UK, Denmark, the Netherlands, Latvia and Sweden.
Kyiv's Shevchenkivskyi Court extended the arrest of Artem Kosov until March 9 without the right to bail. The parole officer, who is accused of killing a 16-year-old teenager at a funicular station, faces life in prison.
The nominal owner of the PIN-UP online casino, Ihor Zotko, was detained for aiding the aggressor state. It was established that the real owners were Russians who collected data on users and financed the LNR.
President Zelenskyy said that Trump's inauguration opens up new opportunities for cooperation. He called on the partners to be united and work together more actively to achieve common results.
President Zelenskyy announced talks with the United States on licensing the production of air defense systems and missiles in Ukraine. He emphasized the need for immediate deliveries of air defense systems and recalled the unfulfilled promises of the NATO summit.
