Antonina Tumanova
President Zelenskyy thanked the Swedish Prime Minister for the decision to allocate $100 million for energy support. They also discussed strengthening air defense and protecting critical infrastructure.
The Ukrainian government has approved a decision on an experiment with project-based postgraduate studies, which combines the training of doctors of philosophy with the implementation of research projects. This will change the logic of financing, focusing on specific projects rather than on the status of a postgraduate student.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved the updated composition of deputy defense ministers. Mykhailo Fedorov introduced the new deputies who will be responsible for key areas of the ministry's transformation.
US President Donald Trump said he would probably go to heaven because he had done a lot of good. He called his previous statements a joke, accusing the media of misinterpretation.
An explosion occurred in Lviv, air defense forces are active. Lviv Oblast Governor Maksym Kozytskyi urged residents to remain in shelters.
Since the beginning of the day, 56 combat engagements have been recorded on the front. The enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Huliaipole directions.
The United States and Russia have agreed to resume high-level military dialogue after a meeting in Abu Dhabi. This decision was made after talks between General Alexus Grynkewich and high-ranking officials from Russia and Ukraine.
Russian Z-channels report mass disconnections of Starlink terminals at the front, which, according to them, allegedly affect both sides of the conflict.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed that Iran and the US will hold nuclear talks in Muscat on Friday. The talks will take place in Oman, not in Turkey, as previously planned.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that the energy situation remains difficult, and the generation deficit is significant. There is a risk of worsening power outage schedules due to recent strikes and Russia's preparation for new attacks.
The International Criminal Court has received a request to arrest Russian officials for strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The request came from Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys.
President Zelenskyy reported on the Ukrainian delegation's briefing regarding the interim results of the trilateral negotiations in the UAE. Rustem Umerov, Kyrylo Budanov, and David Arakhamia participated in the meeting.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an anticipated prisoner exchange. This step will allow the prisoners to return home.
Pope Leo XIV called for prayers for Ukrainians suffering from the consequences of attacks on energy infrastructure. He also expressed gratitude for the solidarity initiatives from Catholic dioceses in Poland and other countries.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the need for China's participation in nuclear arms limitation talks. This is due to the significant growth of the country's nuclear arsenal.
On February 5, hourly power outage schedules and capacity restrictions will be in effect in all regions of Ukraine. This is a consequence of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the US is working to arrange a meeting with Iran this week. Iranian state television stated that the talks would take place in Oman.
The head of the Kryvyi Rih Defense Council, Oleksandr Vilkul, reported a ballistic missile attack on the city. Further missile launches are possible.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the Trump administration has made significant progress in negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. The list of unresolved issues has significantly decreased, but the most difficult ones remain.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Oleh Luhovskyi as acting head of the Foreign Intelligence Service. Luhovskyi has served as First Deputy Head of the SZR since October 2024.
The US President believes that many positive results related to President Xi Jinping and the People's Republic of China will be achieved within the next three years.
Five individuals have been notified of suspicion of appropriating UAH 26. 9 million allocated to help people who survived the Russian occupation. Among the suspects are representatives of pseudo-charitable foundations, an entrepreneur, and a lawyer's assistant.
In Vinnytsia region, a 31-year-old man drowned in the Dniester while trying to illegally cross the border. He crossed part of the river on ice, but could not withstand the low temperature and strong current.
More than 60 ambassadors and representatives of foreign states inspected the Darnytsia TPP in Kyiv, which suffered massive attacks from Russia. Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba emphasized that the TPP is a critical civilian infrastructure object.
A Lieutenant Colonel of the State Border Guard Service and his cousin from Russia smuggled over 70 conscripts into the EU for $17,000-20,000. They produced forged documents from the International Organization for Migration.
Since the beginning of the year, 217 Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure have been recorded. The government provides support to energy workers, people with disabilities, pensioners, individual entrepreneurs, and households.
In Druzhkivka, Donetsk region, the number of injured as a result of the Russian strike has increased to 15 people aged 50 to 72. Seven people aged 43 to 81 died.
A plane carrying the Russian delegation landed in Abu Dhabi. Trilateral talks with Ukraine and the United States are expected to take place there.
Russia's evening attack on Zaporizhzhia resulted in 11 injured, including three children. The victims sustained shrapnel wounds, traumatic brain injuries, and concussions.
Since the beginning of the day, 137 combat engagements have been recorded on the front. The enemy launched two missile strikes, used 5295 kamikaze drones, and carried out 2904 shellings.