U. S. President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized the urgent need for further funding and support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. They also discussed the situation in the Middle East, particularly in the Red Sea region.
Lithuania and Poland plan to hold joint military exercises in the Suwalki Corridor, a strategic region between the two countries, in April 2024. Polish President Andrzej Duda emphasized the sensitivity of the region in terms of European security.
Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Honcharenko has been appointed chairman of the Committee on Migration, Refugees and Displaced Persons of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). Goncharenko, the first Ukrainian to hold this position, intends to use it to promote Ukraine's interests.
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky proposed to restrict the movement of Russian diplomats within the EU as part of a new package of sanctions against Russia. The proposed restriction would limit the movement of diplomats to the Schengen countries where they are accredited.
Ukrainian sappers have captured 11 Russian servicemen while performing combat missions in eastern Ukraine, the press service of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports. The 808th separate regiment was engaged in the capture of prisoners.
Israel is proposing a two-month ceasefire in Gaza, the longest offer it has made to Hamas, in exchange for the release of all hostages, Axios reports. The proposal comes amid efforts by Egyptian, Qatari and American mediators to negotiate a deal.
The head of the Odesa Regional State Administration, Oleh Kiper, congratulated and awarded the winners of the drawing contest "No One Believes in Our Victory Like Me," which was attended by more than three thousand children.
The Do Your Own with Kurator contest is organized by the Kurator brand and the MHP-Gromada charitable foundation for the HoReCa industry.
The Commander of the Aerial Reconnaissance of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has announced a fundraising drive of UAH 50 million to purchase 50 electronic intelligence systems, evacuation equipment and attack drones for various units of the Armed Forces.
Under competent mobilization, selection will be made exclusively by specialty, and the mobilized will not be allowed to change their occupation, Magyar emphasized.
The President awarded a seamstress from Odesa region with the Order of Princess Olga. The honorary award was presented by the head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, Oleh Kiper.
The Czech Republic will not return Ukrainians of military age to Ukraine. Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky believes that there are no mechanisms for this under international law
Oleksandr Zyma, director of the National Bank's legal department, is under investigation for possible abuse of office due to a letter he sent to the Deposit Guarantee Fund (DGF) recommending that it drop the lawsuits filed by Concord Bank against the NBU.
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe is discussing key resolutions and initiatives for global action, including on issues related to Ukraine. Among them are the dignity of prisoners, the role of the OECD after Russia's aggression against Ukraine, and support for Ukraine's recovery.
Trial of ex-officer of Odesa emergency service to be held today.
Experts argue that mutual responsibility in the Ukrainian judicial system prevents Supreme Court judges from being held accountable.
How the DobroDiy Charity Marketplace supports defenders.
Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 376,860 personnel and 6192 tanks.
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces fired 453 shells in Kherson region in 84 incidents, hitting residential areas and infrastructure, including a school and a factory. Air defense units also destroyed two drones.
Three drones were shot down by air defense forces in Dniprovske on January 22, causing debris and a fire at a local business. Despite the damage to the building, no one was injured.
On Sunday, Russian troops shelled the waters and coastline of Ochakiv in Ukraine, causing no casualties. In addition, air defense in Mykolaiv region destroyed two enemy drones.
Russian forces have advanced in the Donetsk region, especially south of Avdiivka, reports the American Institute for the Study of War. The institute predicts further intensification of Russian activity in the area, where more than 40,000 people are reportedly concentrated.
Over the past day, 68 combat engagements took place in Ukraine, during which the enemy launched 4 missile and 102 air strikes, as well as 80 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems. The Ukrainian military managed to repel several enemy attacks in different directions.
According to the General Staff, the Armed Forces of Ukraine carried out 9 air strikes on enemy concentrations. The strikes targeted the enemy's personnel, weapons, military equipment and air defense system.
Russians are expanding their propaganda network in the occupied territories by opening branches of the Defenders of the Fatherland Foundation, which aims to glorify the Kremlin regime. The foundation organizes propaganda events and raises funds for the needs of the occupiers.
Ukrainian air defense forces successfully shot down eight attack drones launched from the Russian city of Primorsko-Akhtarsk. The operation took place in Mykolaiv, Kherson, Dnipro and Kirovohrad regions.
More than 40 people have been killed in landslides in southwestern China, forcing the evacuation of 500 people from two villages. Rescuers have launched a search for missing persons.
Taiwan's Ministry of Defense has detected six Chinese balloons flying over the Taiwan Strait. This comes after China's alleged use of spy balloons became a global issue last year.
After 16 years of negotiations, Switzerland and India have reached an agreement on a free trade agreement, Swiss Economy Minister Guy Parmelin said. Officials are now finalizing the details.
Two US Navy sailors are presumed dead after a 10-day search in the Arabian Sea off the coast of Somalia. The search covered 21,000 square miles with the help of the US, Japan, Spain and the US Coast Guard.
