Lilia Podolyak
The Russian military reportedly shelled seven settlements in Sumy region 17 times in one day, recording a total of 101 explosions. The attacks were carried out using a variety of methods, including mortar shelling, drone strikes, and cannon artillery.
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to supply Ukraine with 40 SCALP missiles and "hundreds of bombs," with deliveries to begin immediately. This promise is part of France's ongoing support to Kyiv, including military training.
Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, met with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan al-Saud at the World Economic Forum in Davos. They discussed the intensification of bilateral relations and humanitarian issues.
The Air Force reported that two groups of enemy unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were detected moving in different regions. The UAVs are reported to be moving in the direction of Dnipro and Kherson regions from Sumy region, and from Kherson region in a northwesterly direction.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with Polish President Duda in Davos to discuss Ukraine's European integration and coordinate positions ahead of the NATO summit in Washington. Duda assured of his support for Ukraine and upcoming talks with Prime Minister Tusk.
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov briefed U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on the successful shooting down of a Russian A-50 aircraft over the Sea of Azov by the Ukrainian military. They also discussed the upgrade of fortifications and air defense equipment.
The number of victims of the Russian attack on Kharkiv on January 16 has risen to 16, with two women in critical condition. There may be more victims under the rubble.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has promised to support Hungary in defending its right to vote in the European Union. Fico called the proposals to restrict Hungary's rights an attack on the country's sovereignty and interests.
The number of victims of the Russian army's strike on Kharkiv has risen to 11, with residential infrastructure in the city center suffering the most. Emergency services are still inspecting the damage sites.
The U. S. military destroyed four Houthi anti-ship ballistic missiles in Yemen that were ready to be launched. This action was the result of constant Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea, which disrupt global shipping and raise fears of global inflation and destabilization in the Middle East.
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with the head of the Latvian parliamentary delegation Daiga Merina to discuss strengthening the state's borders and the upcoming NATO summit. Umerov expressed gratitude for Latvia's support of Ukraine in the fight against Russian aggression.
According to VODA UA LLC, which is the sole official supplier of water to VODA UA, the change of ownership will not affect the company's current operations or obligations.
As of January 1, 2024, there were 1. 495 million registered legal entities in Ukraine, with the highest business activity in Kyiv, Dnipro and Odesa regions.
An explosion at the Trajal plant in the Serbian city of Krusevac killed one person and injured four others. The explosion occurred in a workshop for the production of fuel belts.
Court orders SBI to open case on abuses at the National Bank.
Iryna Pototska, Head of the Health Care Committee of the Public Council at the Odesa Oblast State Administration, praised the work of the Odesa Regional Medical Association for the first time.
How the DGF spends money on eco-notebooks and social media PR.
The number of cases of carbon monoxide poisoning is increasing in Ukraine, with the latest victims being a 48-year-old man and a 45-year-old woman in Mykolaiv region, allegedly due to a faulty heating system.
Yulia Yatsyk, member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Law Enforcement, believes that Ukraine needs to designate a specific body to investigate crimes committed by judges.
The behavior of Kyrylo Kernes, the son of former Kharkiv mayor Hennadiy Kernes, is allegedly similar to that of Mykhailo Dobkin during the election period.
The Russian army continued artillery shelling of Dnipropetrovska oblast, particularly the district center of Nikopol and Marhanets, which reportedly caused destruction, but no casualties were reported.
Over the past day, 94 combat engagements took place on the contact line, during which the enemy launched one missile, 68 air strikes and 78 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at the positions of our troops and populated areas. Despite significant losses, the enemy continues to advance, but the defense is holding strong.
Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 372,090 personnel and 6,113 tanks.
Kutsurubska community in Mykolaiv region was shelled, damaging a residential building. A woman and two children were rescued from the rubble in satisfactory condition.
Over the past day, the Joint Forces aviation conducted 23 attacks on enemy personnel, weapons and military equipment in 22 directions, as well as on one enemy anti-aircraft missile system.
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas warned that Russia could pose a military threat to NATO's eastern borders within three to five years. She emphasized preparing for such a scenario, increasing defense spending, and maintaining a strategy of "deterring" Russia.
A student in Russia was sentenced to five years in prison for allegedly collaborating with Ukrainian special services, and an additional year of restricted freedom upon release. He was accused of distributing "pro-Ukrainian materials" and collecting local military intelligence.
Russian defense systems have reportedly intercepted and destroyed 12 Ukrainian drones in Voronezh and Belgorod regions, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
Donald Trump has won the Iowa Republican caucuses, receiving 16 delegates, CNN reports. Thus, rivals Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis have four delegates each, and 16 seats are still up for grabs.
A bus accident in southeastern Turkey resulted in nine deaths and 30 injuries. A bus carrying 40 passengers lost control after colliding with barriers at the exit of a tunnel and fell into a ditch.