Delegations from the US, Ukraine, and Russia have agreed on an exchange of 314 prisoners. This result was achieved through peace talks held in the UAE under the leadership of Donald Trump.
As a result of hostilities, consumers in Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions are without power. Due to bad weather, settlements in Kyiv, Odesa, and Ternopil regions are without electricity.
Starlink terminals on the "whitelist" are working, while Russian terminals are blocked. This led to a catastrophe in the enemy's troop management and a halt to assault operations, said "Flash," an advisor to the Minister of Defense.
In January 2026, the Ukrainian Defense Forces launched strikes on the Kapustin Yar training ground in the Astrakhan region, where ballistic missiles are being prepared. Some buildings were damaged, and one hangar was significantly hit.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of a logistics hub, concentration of personnel, and UAV control points, including the "Akhmat" unit in the Kursk region. A "Tornado-S" MLRS and an electronic warfare station were also hit.
Since the beginning of the day, 259 road accidents have been recorded in Ukraine, 37 of them with casualties. 82 accidents occurred in Kyiv and the region, traffic near Stoyanka is difficult.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders. Tusk also honored the memory of Polish victims in Bykivnia.
In January 2026, the enemy dropped 1340 aerial bombs on the Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad directions, which is 65% more than in December. Russian tactical aviation is the biggest problem in deterring the enemy.
During curling matches in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the lights went out at the Olympic Stadium, delaying the game for five minutes. The organizers did not name the cause of the incident.
Elon Musk emphasized the importance of registering Starlink terminals in Ukraine. This is due to the verification of terminals for defense purposes and to prevent their use by Russians.
On the morning of January 5, a fire broke out in a hotel on Khreshchatyk Street, with the blaze originating in a room on the 3rd floor. During the firefighting efforts, 57 people were evacuated, including one child.
Donald Trump did not choose a successor between J. D. Vance and Marco Rubio for the 2028 presidential campaign. He called both fantastic and very capable, noting the difference in styles.
Shares of Qualcomm Inc. and Arm Holdings Plc fell sharply after quarterly reports due to fears that a memory chip shortage will limit the growth of the electronics industry. This shortage, caused by the development of AI infrastructure, is leading to lower phone production and rising prices for consumers.
The second day of negotiations in Abu Dhabi has begun. Trilateral consultations, group work, and synchronization of positions continue.
Russia massively attacked the railway infrastructure of Sumy region with drones at night. The station attendant was injured, infrastructure and the "Wagon of Invincibility" were damaged.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has begun a visit to Kyiv. He was met by Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha.
US President Donald Trump stated that he would not interfere in the dispute between Netflix and Paramount Skydance over Warner Bros. Discovery, although he had previously promised to participate in reviewing the deal. The US Department of Justice is considering proposals from both companies.
Over the past day, 133 combat engagements took place at the front, with the most attacks repelled in the Pokrovsk, Huliaipole, and Sloviansk directions. The enemy launched three missile strikes, 96 air strikes, and used 7,880 kamikaze drones.
In Kyiv, rescuers are extinguishing a fire that broke out on the 4th floor of the Dnipro Hotel on Khreshchatyk Street. Emergency rescue services are working at the scene.
The Gemini chatbot has surpassed 750 million monthly active users, according to Google's Q4 2025 report. This growth confirms Gemini's rapid adoption in the AI market.
On the night of February 5, the enemy attacked Ukraine with two ballistic missiles and 183 attack UAVs. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 156 enemy drones.
Apple TV has announced the global release date for McG's film "Way of the Warrior Kid" as November 20. The project is based on the novel by Jocko Willink.
After the trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi, negotiations continued in groups, and the Ukrainian delegation is preparing a report for the President. The Russian side was represented at a high military level.
AMD confirmed the joint development of a next-generation Xbox SoC with Microsoft. The console's release could happen in 2027.
The EU Council has approved a legal framework for providing Ukraine with financial support of 90 billion euros, with the exception of the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. The funds will be directed to budget support and defense needs, and the first payment is expected in early Q2.
The first day of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi, mediated by the US, has concluded. Negotiations will resume late on Thursday morning.
EU ambassadors reached an agreement on a €90 billion loan for Ukraine. The European Parliament is likely to vote next week.
The second round of trilateral negotiations between Ukraine, the United States, and the Russian Federation has begun in Abu Dhabi. The UAE is hosting these talks, emphasizing its role in facilitating dialogue between the parties.
Discounts on Russian oil for Indian refineries have increased to over $10 per barrel, calling into question a trade deal with the US. India, despite reducing purchases, is unlikely to completely abandon Russian oil anytime soon.
The State Statistics Service recorded a 3. 0% growth in Ukraine's real GDP in Q4 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Compared to the previous quarter, GDP increased by 0.7%.
