In occupied Debaltseve, a court restricted the parental rights of Anna Korobkova, a mother of seven children whose husband died in the war on the side of the Russian Federation. This is regarded as the launch of a mechanism for the systematic removal of children and the monetization of human suffering.
US President Donald Trump announced an increase in tariffs for South Korea from 15 to 25% on cars, timber, and pharmaceutical products. This decision was made because the South Korean parliament did not approve the trade agreement concluded in 2025.
Two people were injured as a result of a missile strike on Kharkiv. Two schools and energy infrastructure facilities were damaged.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán accused Ukraine of attempting to interfere in the parliamentary elections. He instructed to summon the Ukrainian ambassador to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after "gross insults and threats" from Ukrainian politicians.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official dollar exchange rate at 43. 14 hryvnias, which is 3 kopecks less than on Sunday. The euro exchange rate is 50.65 hryvnias, down by 13 kopecks.
Financial analysts predict the closure of up to 30% of small and medium-sized businesses in Russia due to VAT increases and restrictions on access to the simplified tax system. This is a consequence of the budget crisis caused by the war.
On January 25, Russian troops lost 1020 soldiers and 917 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 26.01.26 amount to 1,235,060 personnel.
ISW analysts believe that the Kremlin is using the lack of clarity regarding the Alaska summit in August 2025 to create the illusion of "joint American-Russian understanding" on ending the war in Ukraine. Russia is trying to avoid US pressure by balancing between demonstrating strength and engagement.
On January 26, cloudy weather with light snow is expected in Ukraine, with rain in the south and west. Temperatures will range from -12°C to +9°C.
Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Vilnius. They discussed support for Ukraine, the release of political prisoners, and a joint strategy on sanctions.
In the US, the risk of a new partial government shutdown is growing due to threats from Democrats in the Senate to block bills to fund federal agencies if they include funds for the Department of Homeland Security. The White House hopes that "common sense will prevail."
72 people were injured after lightning struck a crowd of protesters in Brazil's capital. The lightning hit supporters of convicted ex-president Jair Bolsonaro.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that the peace plan for Ukraine envisages its accession to the European Union on January 1, 2027. However, he noted that some EU member states, including Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia, would not agree to this.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was urgently moved to a protected underground facility in Tehran. This happened due to warnings of a high probability of an attack by the United States.
The occupation administration of Melitopol organized a forced "donor day" for the needs of the Russian army. State employees and medical personnel were involved in blood donation.
During the night, the enemy attacked the Zaporizhzhia district, causing a fire in Vilniansk. High-rise buildings were damaged, but there were no casualties.
Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with the people of Ukraine due to the shelling of energy infrastructure. He called for an end to the war and increased efforts to achieve peace.
Two tent camps have been set up in the capital's Troieshchyna district due to the lack of heating and electricity after the shelling. Each tent can accommodate up to 40 people, where they can warm up and charge their devices.
On January 25, 129 combat engagements were recorded on the front. The enemy carried out 61 airstrikes, used 4983 kamikaze drones, and conducted 2782 shelling attacks.
In the village of Dmytrivka, Mykolaiv region, four children were injured by an FPV drone. All were hospitalized in Mykolaiv, their condition is mild.
President Zelenskyy met with the presidents of Lithuania and Poland in Vilnius. Energy support, strengthening air defense, Ukraine's accession to the EU, and diplomatic work were discussed.
Four residents of Sumy region, including two children aged 8 and 11, were injured in enemy attacks. They were hospitalized for examination; their injuries are not severe.
This week has been one of the most difficult for the Ukrainian energy sector since the 2022 blackout, following two combined attacks on January 20 and 23. The government is introducing bonuses for repair crews, expanding the network of "Invincibility Points," and providing support to businesses.
General Zhang Youxia, a close associate of Xi Jinping, is accused of providing the US with sensitive information regarding China's nuclear program. He is also suspected of forming political cliques and abusing power.
In Dnipro, an enemy drone hit a residential high-rise building. Patrol officers evacuated residents, there were no casualties.
Today, January 25, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy turns 48. He was born on January 25, 1978, in Kryvyi Rih.
On January 24, 127 combat engagements took place on the front line. The invaders launched three missile and 95 air strikes, using 25 missiles and dropping 248 guided aerial bombs.
Servicemen of the 4th Border Commandant's Office of Rapid Response of the 3rd Border Detachment conducted an operation to neutralize the enemy using drones. The strike UAV crew targeted an enemy shelter, after which the Russian soldier surrendered.
NATO plans to create a robotic zone with high-tech surveillance and weaponry on its eastern flank. This will deter Russia and Belarus from attacking, protecting the Alliance's member states.
According to the Institute for the Study of War, Russia's intensified campaign of long-range strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure aims to split Ukraine's energy grid in half. Russia wants to create "energy islands" cut off from power generation, supply, and transmission systems.
