Ukraine's president warned of Russia's possible deployment of troops in Belarus to put pressure on Poland and the Baltic states. Zelenskyy called on neighboring countries to increase defense spending to protect themselves from Russian aggression.
The Trump administration will present a plan to end the war in Ukraine, which includes freezing the conflict. The plan includes an uncertain status for the occupied territories and security guarantees for Ukraine.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs warns of fraudsters who are extorting money and confidential information from the families of missing persons. The offenders pose as volunteers and demand payment for non-existent services or information.
In 2024, 433 cases of measles were recorded in Ukraine, which is 7 times more than last year. The highest number of cases is in the Zakarpattia region, with 84.2% of cases among children under 17.
The Bezos Earth Fund stops supporting the Science Based Targets organization, which sets net zero standards. The decision is attributed to Bezos' desire to improve relations with Trump and avoid antitrust pressure.
On February 6, western regions of Ukraine may face a deterioration in air quality due to a dust cloud from Poland. Lviv and Ternopil regions will be most affected, where pollution levels will reach 40-60 units.
Donald Trump has proposed to transfer Gaza to US control and turn it into a resort area after resettling the locals. The plan drew harsh criticism from the international community and Hamas.
The US Department of Defense is preparing a plan for the complete withdrawal of troops from Syria within 30-90 days. There are currently about 2,000 US troops in the country, including 1,100 temporary rotational forces.
The Georgian parliament deprived 49 MPs from three opposition coalitions of their mandates on their applications.
The SBU discloses details of the explosion in the Rivne shopping center, where a 21-year-old terrorist attacker was killed. Russians remotely blew up a recruited agent immediately after entering the building, wounding 8 soldiers.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expects progress in peace initiatives regarding Ukraine by June.
The world celebrates Read Aloud Day, Scrabble Day, and Nutella Day. Orthodox Christians honor the memory of St. Agathia, the patron saint of fires.
The Ukrainian president is ready to negotiate with Putin if it stops the war, but considers him an enemy. Zelensky emphasized that the fastest way to peace is to join NATO and maintain sanctions against Russia.
More than 1,000 damaged and abandoned vehicles are being evacuated from the streets of Kyiv to special sites. Owners will be able to return their vehicles upon request.
The parliament has drafted a bill to extend the deadline for the VLC until June 5 due to the large influx of people to the MCC. Persons liable for military service aged 25-60 have to undergo the commission, while younger people and people with disabilities are exempt from re-examination.
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States Oksana Markarova said that the issue of holding elections by the end of 2025 has not been discussed. Ukraine is ready to explain why elections are impossible during the war.
Ukraine maintains communication with the Trump team on possible terms of cooperation. The exchange of rare earth metals for US aid is being discussed.
Ukraine's ambassador to the United States said it was impossible to hold elections during the war because of limited access for citizens. At the same time, Kyiv is ready to discuss this issue with the Trump team.
The Ministry of Energy has described the benefits of installing a two-zone electricity meter. The nighttime tariff is UAH 2.16/kWh, which is half the daytime tariff of UAH 4.32/kWh.
An Iskander missile strike on Izyum killed 5 people and wounded 55, including three children. Administrative buildings and residential buildings were damaged, most of the victims were employees of state institutions.
In the city of Erebro, a shooting took place near the Risbergska school, injuring five people. The police are conducting a special operation, all schools in the city are closed, and students are locked indoors.
Ryanair plans to open 24 routes to Kyiv and Lviv within 4-6 weeks after the cessation of hostilities. The company's CEO hopes for a quick end to the war with the help of Donald Trump.
In Ukraine, the level of childhood obesity has decreased from 13. 3% to 8.3% compared to 2017. However, children are eating less vegetables, spending more time with gadgets, and 4% of schoolchildren do not eat breakfast at home.
The US imposed 10% tariffs on Chinese imports, Beijing responded with restrictions on American goods. Canada and Mexico received a 30-day deferral, and exchanges reacted with a sharp drop in shares of Asian companies.
The European Commission promises a decisive response to the possible imposition of tariffs on European goods by the United States. Trump has already imposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico, but postponed them for a month.
US President Donald Trump announced his desire to conclude an agreement with Ukraine to exchange military aid for rare earth resources. He also noted “significant progress” in the peaceful settlement, without providing details.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio became the interim head of USAID and criticized the agency's work. A conflict arose at USAID headquarters over attempts to gain access to classified information.
The US suspends a new 25% tariff on Mexican goods for a month. In exchange, Mexico will send 10,000 troops to the northern border to fight drug trafficking.
The National Cashback program has attracted more than 5 million active users who have accumulated almost UAH 1. 3 billion. 1.7 thousand manufacturers joined the program, offering cashback on 360 thousand Ukrainian goods.
On February 8, the final of the National Selection for Eurovision 2025 will take place, where 10 performers will compete. According to bookmakers' predictions, the main contender for victory is the band Ziferblat with the song "Bird of Pray".
