Armed Forces of Ukraine
DPRK troops were withdrawn from the front line after heavy losses and disorganization. Their numbers have been halved in three months, but the United States allows for the possibility of their return after additional training.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 102 Shahed drones and imitator drones from different directions. The defense forces destroyed 59 attack UAVs. Sumy, Odesa, and Cherkasy regions were affected by the Russian attack.
Ukrainian defense forces regained positions near Udachne. At the same time, Russian troops captured Novoandriivka in Donetsk region and advanced near several settlements.
The President of Ukraine had a lengthy conversation with the Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Budanov on tasks and possible scenarios. He also listened to a report by Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi on the situation at the front and noted the success of military units.
The President's Office announced the postponement of the MMC from February 5 to June 5. The HQCJ will not penalize those who fail to pass the commission by the original deadline.
The Center for Countering Disinformation has refuted fakes about the “secret mobilization” of 17-year-old orphans in Sumy region. By law, only citizens aged 25-60 are subject to mobilization.
The military and volunteers criticize the proposed “parcel tax” as a threat to the supply of critical equipment to the frontline. Experts point to more effective ways to fill the budget by fighting corruption at customs.
The Ministry of Defense has introduced a new procedure for entering data on military participation in combat operations through the UDRP. Authorized persons must enter information within 5 days of the start of a combat order.
A former Ukrainian soldier who sided with the Russian Federation in Crimea in 2014 was captured in Donetsk region. The traitor fought as part of the 123rd Russian Army, and now faces life imprisonment for treason.
At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 81 Shahed drones and imitator drones from different directions. The attack damaged facilities in several regions.
Over the past day, Ukrainian troops eliminated 1270 occupants. Also, 4 tanks, 17 artillery systems, 54 UAVs and other enemy military equipment were destroyed.
On January 30, the School Day of Nonviolence and Peace, the Day of the Specialist of the Military and Social Department of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and the Day of Remembrance of the Fallen NASA Astronauts are celebrated. Orthodox Christians also celebrate the Trinity Sunday.
The Ukrainian Air Force reports active movement of enemy UAVs through the northern, central and southern regions of Ukraine. The drones are moving in different directions, and the population is advised to follow safety rules.
Over the last day, 152 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline. Most enemy attacks were registered in the Pokrovsk sector - 67 attempts to break through near 12 localities.
Russia spreads a fake video showing Ukrainian soldiers being taken in handcuffs to a mission. The Center for Public Integrity refuted the disinformation, identifying Russian soldiers from the 15th Motorized Rifle Brigade in the video.
All of Oleksiy Poroshenko's property has been seized due to non-payment of a UAH 25. 5 thousand fine for ignoring the TCC's summons. Poroshenko Jr., who is in the UK, has a net worth of almost $1.2 billion.
The Kristal oil depot near the Engels-2 air base was hit twice by Ukrainian drones on January 8 and 14, 2025. The attacks destroyed 4 and damaged 10 tanks with fuel and lubricants.
The Ministry of Defense's state logistics operator is introducing a new model of supplying the Armed Forces with food starting in 2025. The pilot project will start in Kyiv and the region, separating procurement and logistics functions.
Mykhailo Drapatyi is appointed as the new commander of the Khortytsia OSGT, replacing Andriy Hnatov. The previous commander will continue to serve as Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
In Kharkiv, a couple was detained who were photographing locations of the military and SBU officers for Russian special services. The woman was also involved in drug distribution through “bookmarks”.
Heavy fighting continues in the Pokrovsk sector, with Russians concentrating their main attack efforts. The enemy fired 215 artillery rounds at Chasovyi Yar, losing a significant amount of equipment.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirms a successful strike on the Nizhny Novgorod oil refinery in Russia. The UAV attack resulted in a massive fire at the facility, which supplies the Russian army.
There were 193 combat engagements in the frontline, almost half of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 33 air strikes, and made over 5,000 artillery attacks.
Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated 1670 enemy troops. Moreover, 10 tanks, 24 armored personnel carriers, 29 artillery systems and 57 enemy UAVs were destroyed.
The movement of attack drones over Sumy, Poltava, Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovs'k regions was recorded in the sky. The drones are moving on a western and northwestern course.
Deputies propose to introduce criminal liability for employees of the TCC for conscription of persons who have been booked. The MPs propose to penalize the military registration and enlistment offices for violations of medical examinations of persons liable for military service.
In Lviv, there is a significant influx of people to undergo a military medical commission. About 700 “limitedly fit” people are waiting for a second examination due to delays in passing the VLC until the last deadline.
Fraudsters are massively sending emails on behalf of the State Tax Service with a request to urgently contact the specified phone number. The Tax Service emphasizes that it does not use personal numbers for communication.
Two residents of Kremenchuk collected coordinates of military airfields for Russian missile strikes. FSB agents planned to spy on aviation infrastructure in 5 regions of Ukraine.
The SSO soldiers conducted a successful operation in the Kursk region, eliminating 2 North Korean soldiers and 7 occupants. Military equipment, weapons and documents of the enemy were seized.