Variable cloudiness and black ice are expected throughout Ukraine. At night, the temperature will drop to -24°C in the north and to -6°C in the south.
The GUR reports that Russia is considering an option to attack power transmission substations that ensure the operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants. The goal is to force Ukraine to capitulate and increase pressure on Europe.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 62 combat engagements, half of which took place in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. Ukrainian military personnel are holding back the occupiers' offensive.
Law No. 4609-IX, which strengthens security measures in schools by introducing panic buttons and restricting access, has come into force in Ukraine. The document also establishes stricter requirements for educational institution employees.
Two Danish F-35 fighter jets and a French MRTT tanker aircraft conducted joint exercises in southeastern Greenland. The mission was to practice aerial refueling and flights in Arctic conditions.
Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov stated that critical infrastructure in the city has sustained significant damage as a result of Russian strikes. Recovery will be difficult and prolonged due to constant shelling.
Russia exported over 2 million tons of grain from the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine in 2025, passing it off as its own product. To do this, captured ports and a "ship-to-ship" scheme were used to circumvent sanctions.
The Ukrainian delegation is already in the US. President Zelenskyy emphasized that its main task is to convey all real information about the consequences of Russian strikes to the American side.
Five men (four Ukrainians and one Russian) in Poland have been charged in a sabotage operation case. They attempted to send parcels with explosives to various countries, for which they face life imprisonment.
The Trump administration has developed a plan to increase power generation for AI data centers. Tech giants will be able to participate in an emergency auction to build infrastructure.
The German government and memorial institutions have called on social media platforms to counter the spread of AI-generated fake images about the Holocaust. These images distort historical events and seek to blur facts.
King Charles III of Great Britain wished Ukraine a just and lasting peace on the anniversary of the signing of the Agreement on Centenary Partnership. He expressed admiration for the resilience of Ukrainians and recalled the ties between the countries.
The US plans to exchange heavy Venezuelan oil for American medium crude to replenish strategic reserves. Venezuelan oil will be transported to Louisiana, and companies will be provided with American medium sour crude.
Ukrainian lugers won 'silver' and 'bronze' in men's doubles at the Nations Cup in Oberhof. Ihor Hoi and Nazarii Kachmar came in second, while Danyil Martsinovskyi and Bohdan Babura finished third.
In Kyiv, 67 high-rise buildings remain without heating after the massive attack on January 9. Utility workers and energy specialists are working to restore infrastructure amid emergency blackouts.
Greece plans to expand its territorial waters, possibly in the Aegean Sea, despite Turkey's threat of war. This is causing tension between the NATO allies, who have disagreements over continental shelves.
The British Royal Navy has announced the first flight of the full-scale autonomous helicopter Proteus. It is designed for tracking submarines and other risky missions.
China has stopped importing electricity from Russia due to high prices for Russian electricity. The Russian Ministry of Energy noted that supplies could resume at Beijing's request.
TikTok is introducing new age detection technology in Europe. It analyzes profile information, videos, and behavioral signals to identify accounts that may belong to minors.
On January 17, hourly power outage schedules and power restrictions for industry will be in effect throughout Ukraine. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
On the border with Romania, border guards rescued a man who fell through the ice while attempting to illegally cross the border. The offender was taken to the hospital, and his life is not in danger.
A Norwegian court has sentenced 48-year-old Arfan Bhatti to 30 years in prison for organizing a shooting at a gay bar during Pride in 2022. Two people were killed and eight were injured; the shooter, Zaniar Matapour, also received a 30-year sentence.
Berlin plans to change the school history curriculum, making the study of GDR history an optional course for high school students. This decision has sparked protests from teachers and historical foundations.
The head of a private company is suspected of supplying substandard protective equipment for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and embezzling almost UAH 60 million in budget funds. The purchased ballistic goggles did not meet technical specifications but were paid for.
The Rezerve+ application has started testing online military registration for men aged 18-24. This will allow them to register remotely, without visiting the TCC.
The Japanese Ministry of Defense confirmed the presence of a Russian Vishnya-class reconnaissance ship near the islands of Yonaguni and Miyako from January 13 to 15. The vessel with hull number 535 was observed by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.
The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced a set of measures in connection with the emergency situation in the energy sector caused by massive Russian shelling. In particular, the Ministry of Education and the Kyiv City State Administration (KMDA) should extend or establish winter holidays until February 1, 2026.
The OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna discussed Russia's massive missile and drone attacks against Ukraine. The meeting was convened at Ukraine's request, thanking partners for condemning Moscow's terror.
Russia is actively helping Iran suppress protests by supplying weapons and internet control technologies. The Kremlin provides discreet assistance, avoiding direct military intervention.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a list of dangerous items and substances that are prohibited on the territory and premises of Ukrainian schools. The list includes weapons, explosives, drugs, alcohol, and other dangerous items.
