A representative of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Andriy Yusov, claims that Russia may provoke a new wave of mobilization, possibly after the presidential election. He suggests that Russia is continuing its recruitment practices, which include the forced signing of contracts and the use of international mercenaries.
There is a potential possibility of ballistic missile deliveries from Iran to Russia. However, according to the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, no such transfers have been recorded to date.
The Belarusian army did not take part in the conflict with Ukraine, despite pressure from Russia, the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine says. Ukrainian intelligence continues to monitor the situation on the border with Belarus.
About 50,000 Russians and Central Asians have been brought to occupied Mariupol by Russia to suppress local resistance, a representative of the National Resistance Center reports.
Russian troops in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine have recorded an increase in pro-Ukrainian sentiment and resorted to intimidation. They are putting pressure on local residents, including children, to gain their loyalty.
The Russian occupiers are asking for more Russian guardsmen to control the local population in the occupied Ukrainian territories. Despite the presence of more than 35,000 guards and special forces, their control remains unsatisfactory.
Occupation forces in the Tavriya sector continue to assault infantry positions with the use of armored vehicles and aircraft, resulting in 53 engagements and 702 artillery attacks, said General Oleksandr Tarnavskyi. Despite this, the defense forces are holding their positions, with enemy losses amounting to 368 people and 29 pieces of military equipment.
The occupiers in the TOT face opposition from people who refuse to accept passports, which affects plans to hold "presidential elections. " Despite direct pressure and repression, the level of passportization remains unsatisfactory.
The Security Service of Ukraine detained an informant in Kirovohrad region who was spying on the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in favor of Russian special services. He faces up to 8 years in prison.
The Russian army shelled Mykhailivka in Kherson region, setting a private house on fire. No casualties were reported.
A military Mi-8 helicopter crashed during training flights on the outskirts of the Kyrgyz capital, Bishkek, resulting in human casualties. The Kyrgyz Ministry of Defense is investigating the cause of the crash.
Over the last decade of conflict in Ukraine, about 20,000 children have been effectively "lost" and raised under Russian influence, says Mykola Kuleba, founder of the Save Ukraine Foundation.
The Ukraine Defense Contact Group will meet on January 23 to discuss the current situation in Ukraine. The United States and about 50 of its allies remain committed to supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Ukrainian airborne assault troops successfully destroyed several targets, including a trench, a fortified dugout and enemy equipment, using a Vampire attack drone. Almost 400 enemy occupants and more than 60 pieces of military equipment were destroyed.
At the World Economic Forum, President Zelenskyy discussed the priorities of Belgium's presidency of the EU Council with King Philippe I and Prime Minister de Kroo. Zelensky thanked them for defense support from Belgium, in particular for decision to provide F-16 fighter jets and a €1.7 billion fund created by taxing frozen Russian assets.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned Iran's missile attack on the Iraqi city of Erbil, calling it a serious threat to regional security and stability, and urging Iran to stop its destructive global actions.
The High Anti-Corruption Court has extended the duties of former Naftogaz CEO Andriy Kobolyev for two months after he was charged with abuse of office. Kobolyev must report any change of residence, avoid certain people and surrender all passports.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the formula for peace with Rwandan President Paul Kagame, emphasizing the important role of African countries in peace. Zelenskyy also revealed plans to hold the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland.
The head of the maritime department of the Russian Guard, Sergei Volkov, was sentenced to six years in prison for supplying low-quality radar systems to protect the Crimean bridge.
The Verkhovna Rada has unblocked the signing of the medical cannabis law, rejecting a resolution that had previously blocked its adoption. The resolution was proposed by a group of MPs who claimed violations in the process of adopting the law.
An optional course on interrogation of prisoners of war is introduced in Belarusian schools.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allocated UAH 792 million from the country's budget reserve fund to purchase ammunition, drones and thermal imagers for the Defense Forces, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has announced.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed using Russia's frozen assets as an effective punishment for its aggression, calling the measure "quite fair. " He said this during a joint press conference with Swiss President Amherd, discussing Switzerland's role in establishing a tribunal for Russian aggression against Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that 174,000 square kilometers of Ukraine's territory are contaminated with Russian mines and unexploded ordnance. He announced plans to hold two conferences on demining this year with the support of Switzerland.
Switzerland is planning to host a conference on humanitarian demining in Ukraine in October, Amherst has announced. The country has also approved a four-year, 100 million franc aid package to support these efforts.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy wants China to join the peace formula proposed by Ukraine.
The Commander of the Ukrainian Navy, Vice Admiral Oleksiy Neizhpapa, met with Rear Admiral Oliver Berdal of the Norwegian Navy to discuss the security situation in the Azov-Black Sea region and the military needs of the Ukrainian Navy. The parties agreed to strengthen defense ties and combat capabilities.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba claims that regardless of the party affiliation of the next US president, Ukraine will benefit, as assistance to Ukraine is in the US strategic interests.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba suggested that Ukraine and Poland consider forming an alliance within the European Union, arguing that cooperation would make both countries stronger. He emphasized the need to resolve bilateral issues on the path to EU membership.
Russian IL-22 aircraft hit - target destroyed, resuscitation will not help.
