Pavlo Bashynskyi
Romanian farmers blocked the border with Ukraine, putting forward 14 demands to their own government and one demand related to Ukraine.
The crisis in the Red Sea caused a drop in Ukrainian agricultural exports.
Ukrainian troops repelled 27 enemy attacks in the Kupyansk-Lyman sector, destroying 196 occupants and 79 pieces of equipment.
British intelligence suggests that Russia's economy may "overheat" due to increased defense spending amid its invasion of Ukraine.
The Ukrainian government plans to increase the number of cameras that automatically record traffic violations on the roads by several hundred. The initiative came about after data emerged showing that the accident rate in places where such cameras are installed is reduced by three times.
Russian troops attacked the village of Borova, Izyum district, Kharkiv region, damaging residential buildings, a hospital and an ambulance.
Russia has doubled the number of missile carriers in the Black Sea, to two surface ships equipped with 16 Kalibr missiles.
The Russian occupiers fired 15 times at the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions, resulting in 77 explosions and no casualties. A variety of weapons were used during the shelling, which damaged some buildings and infrastructure.
Russian troops are advancing in the Luhansk region, particularly near Makiivka and Bilohorivka, but Ukrainian forces have repelled eight attacks. Medical facilities in the region are overwhelmed with wounded Russian troops.
The number of Ukrainians seeking Russian passports in the temporarily occupied territories has dropped to zero, said Andriy Yusov of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. He emphasized that people are being forced to obtain Russian passports, but not in the thousands as Russia had planned.
The missile was reportedly shot down by the Vostok Air Command.
The Russian army attacked Kherson again, leaving a 66-year-old woman injured and hospitalized. This is not the first incident: On January 17, at least four people were wounded in the region as a result of Russian shelling.
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.