A Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih injured 14 people, including four children aged 1. 5 to 12. Five of the wounded remain in hospital, three of them in serious condition.
Law enforcement officers exposed a former top official of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in a scheme to embezzle UAH 16 million of budget funds. The official received 4 luxury cars worth more than UAH 6 million due to overpriced equipment.
Trenches for vehicles and infantry 340 meters long have appeared near the Gozki training ground in the Hrodna region. The Belarusian Ministry of Defense has announced that it will hold exercises at this training ground.
Ruslan Kravchenko met with Priscila Tofano to discuss the Memorandum of Economic Policy and the National Revenue Strategy. The parties discussed the reform of the tax system and the digitalization of services.
Dmytro Maslovsky of the 71st Ranger Brigade was posthumously awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine for fighting five invaders. The warrior killed four enemies and engaged in hand-to-hand combat with the last one, detaining him at the cost of his own life.
The SAPO and NABU served a notice of suspicion to MP Viktor Bondar in the case of misappropriation of over UAH 140 million in the purchase of cables by Ukrzaliznytsia. The scheme was implemented through controlled companies in 2021-2022.
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution to differentiate the preferential electricity tariff for consumers with electric heating. From now on, the full tariff of UAH 4.32 will be applied only to volumes exceeding 2000 kWh.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the Healthcare System Development Strategy until 2030 with three key goals. The plan calls for restoring Okhmatdyt, creating 300 rehabilitation spaces, and expanding services for veterans.
Erling Holland has extended his contract with Manchester City until 2034. Under the new deal, the Norwegian will receive 500 thousand pounds per week, which will make him the highest-paid player in the Premier League.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the Digital Development Strategy until 2030, which envisages the establishment of chip production in Ukraine. The Ministry of Digital Transformation estimates that at least $1 billion is needed to launch the production.
During Zelensky's meeting with British Prime Minister Starmer, Kyiv was attacked by Russian drones. The President of Ukraine promised a response, and drone debris was found in five districts of the capital.
The President of Ukraine outlined the key factors for strengthening the negotiating position with Russia: weapons and security guarantees. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong army and obtaining clear prospects for EU and NATO membership.
The Ukrainian president named the United States, Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany as countries that did not want Ukraine to join NATO. During a press conference with the British prime minister, he noted that each of these countries had their own reasons.
The war in 2024 cost Ukraine about $100 billion. Of this, $40 billion was Ukraine's contribution, $35 billion from the United States, and $25 billion from Europe.
Managers of Ukrainian companies expect labor costs to increase by up to 56. 5% in the next 12 months. The largest growth is expected in the manufacturing industry and medium-sized enterprises.
The State Bureau of Investigation has completed an investigation against Ihor and Roman Hrynkevych for supplying low-quality military clothing to the Armed Forces. The state's losses amounted to over UAH 1.1 billion, and the defendants face up to 15 years in prison.
The International Register of Losses for Ukraine has opened a second category of applications for the death of close family members through Diia. Relatives of those killed both in Ukraine and abroad as a result of Russian aggression can apply.
The President of Ukraine said that the format of the upcoming talks with Russia is still unknown. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of European representation at the negotiating table, as Ukraine will become part of the EU.
Ukraine's president said it is possible to end the war this year with Trump's help. According to Zelenskyy, the newly elected US president is able to put pressure on Russia and provide Ukraine with real security guarantees.
The President of Ukraine stated that there are no secret negotiations with russia and emphasized the importance of maintaining the trust of partners. Before the start of diplomatic dialogue, Ukraine needs clear security guarantees.
On the Kursk direction, Russia has lost up to 35,000 troops, including 4,000 soldiers from the DPRK. In total, there are 60 thousand Russian troops in this area.
The President confirmed the success of long-range strikes on weapons depots, equipment and control centers of the Russian Federation. Ukraine has a limited supply of long-range weapons to completely destroy all designated targets.
The President reported the most difficult situation in eastern Ukraine due to the large concentration of Russian troops. The brigades are only 60-70% equipped with weapons, but the enemy is suffering significant losses.
Elina Svitolina defeated American Caroline Dowlgade in the second round of the Australian Open with a score of 6-1, 6-4. Diana Jastremska also reached the third round of the tournament, defeating Danka Kovinic.
The police are conducting investigative actions against the former head of the Kyiv Metro, Viktor Braginsky. He left the country on the basis of a forged conclusion of the Medical Examiner's Committee on an allegedly incurable illness.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Law Enforcement recommended to consider all 4 draft laws on the abolition of the Lozovyi amendments. The decision to adopt one of them will be made “at the discretion of the hall”.
The SBI served a notice of suspicion to a former commander of a TRO brigade and three subordinates for a scheme of illegal payments. The brigade commander's wife received additional remuneration for fictitious participation in hostilities.
Russia is keeping Kalibr carriers in the Mediterranean, although they have not been used for years. The ships are on standby after losing access to the Tartus base.
The occupiers have reduced the use of helicopters in the Black Sea after several units were destroyed by Magura V5 maritime drones. Currently, Russia relies on aviation and drones to patrol the waters.
Border guards deny information about a breakthrough of the border by enemy in Sumy region. The defense forces are holding their positions and are ready for possible attempts by enemy subversive reconnaissance groups to penetrate through natural conditions.
