Vadim Khlyudzinsky
On the night of January 31, Poland closed its airspace due to objects, likely balloons, approaching from Belarus. These objects were continuously monitored by military radar systems.
Ten Nova Poshta branches in Kyiv will operate 24/7 as Invincibility Points starting today. They will offer services for sending/receiving parcels, heating, charging gadgets, Wi-Fi, and other amenities.
In the temporarily occupied Kherson region, the Russian administration is carrying out an information blockade by seizing Ukrainian satellite dishes. Residents have been without a signal for more than six months, and the occupiers are blocking the restoration of broadcasting.
The Kremlin disagrees with the US position that territorial control over the Donetsk region is the only unresolved issue in the negotiations. Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov stated that territorial issues are important, but many others remain on the agenda.
Russian State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin stated that the Russian parliamentary body demands a strike on Ukraine with 'retaliation weapons' starting next week. This phrasing was used by Hitler shortly before the capitulation of Nazi Germany in World War II.
The settlement of Kupyansk-Vuzlovy in Kharkiv region is fully controlled by the Ukrainian military. Small enemy groups infiltrate, but they are being cleared out.
On January 30, Russian troops suffered losses of 880 soldiers and 694 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 31.01.26 are estimated at 1,239,590 personnel.
A deputy of the Uzhhorod City Council has been notified of suspicion due to inaccurate information in his declaration amounting to over UAH 13. 8 million. He failed to declare real estate, cash, and bank accounts.
Cloudy weather with clearings is expected in most of Ukraine on January 31. Temperatures will reach -12° in some places.
According to Gazprombank's estimates, the liquid part of Russia's National Wealth Fund could be depleted within 1-1. 3 years at current oil prices. If the price drops to $30-35, the fund will be zeroed out by the end of 2026.
Due to Putin's fear of modern technologies, Russia is lagging behind in AI development, ranking 28th in the world. The country has no leading technology companies or universities in this field.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports a rapid increase in the number of personal bankruptcies in Russia. In 2025, the number of judicial bankruptcies of individuals increased by 31%, reaching almost 568 thousand cases.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned of the organization's "imminent financial collapse. " This is due to overdue membership contributions, particularly from the United States, which traditionally accounts for 22% of the budget.
The U. S. Department of Justice released over three million pages of files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, which contained allegations of Donald Trump sexually assaulting a minor. These allegations disappeared from the files a few hours after publication, and the Department of Justice and the White House called them false and sensational.
Rescuers from the "Phoenix" evacuation group transported two female residents of Druzhkivka, Donetsk Oblast, including an elderly woman who had not left her apartment for three years. She was taken to a safe location to receive assistance and care.
A Gallup International poll shows that Ukrainians generally have a negative assessment of the leaders of the USA, China, and Russia. The attitude towards Trump is moderately negative, towards Xi Jinping it is predominantly negative, and towards Putin it is extremely negative.
The UN and the organizers of the Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina have called for a seven-week pause in all global conflicts a week before the start of the competitions. This break covers the Winter Olympics and Paralympics, as well as an additional week before and after each event.
An audit by the Russian Accounts Chamber revealed a failure in the activities of the PPC "Unified Customer" regarding the reconstruction of destroyed cities, particularly Mariupol. Dozens of facilities have not been completed, deadlines have been missed, and construction costs have been artificially inflated.
Documents released by the US Department of Justice reveal an email in which Elon Musk inquired about a trip to Jeffrey Epstein's island in 2013. The billionaire denies any involvement.
In 2025, the Bureau of Economic Security seized fuel, vouchers, and equipment worth over UAH 250 million, which is three times more than in 2024. Last year, BEB detectives seized over 3,000 tons of fuel and dismantled 76 gas stations.
Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenka advised women to clear snow to preserve beauty and youth. He also emphasized the benefits of cold for health.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the proposal for a joint European army's role in peacekeeping in Ukraine. He stated that these ideas are not immediate solutions to Europe's problems.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate for the dollar on January 27 at UAH 43. 13, which is 1 kopeck less than on Monday. The euro rose by 41 kopecks to UAH 51.06, and the zloty gained 8 kopecks, reaching UAH 12.13.
According to ISW analysts, the Kremlin is resuming rhetoric on nuclear arms control. This is being done to pressure the US into pushing Ukraine for concessions in exchange for normalizing relations.
On January 26, Russian troops lost 820 soldiers and 899 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 27.01.26 amount to 1,235,880 personnel.
Abnormal weather conditions caused damage to power lines and communication devices, complicating train movement. The situation is most difficult in Odesa region due to continuous ice, but all trains continue to operate.
Andriy Lunin informed Real Madrid management about his intention to change teams due to lack of playing time. Observers are convinced that the Ukrainian goalkeeper will have no problems finding a new club.
As a result of Russia's night attack on Odesa, the number of injured has risen to 22, 14 of whom sustained minor injuries. An infrastructure facility, residential buildings, a kindergarten, a shop, and a construction site were damaged.
On January 27, it will be cloudy in Ukraine, with no precipitation in the east, and temperatures of 3-8° below zero. In the rest of the territory, there will be wet snow and rain, black ice, and temperatures of 0-5° below zero.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the issue of Ukraine's territory remains unresolved, and only Kyiv can decide on a compromise. He also criticized the idea of a European security system without US involvement.