The SBU counterintelligence detained a Ukrzaliznytsia employee in Donetsk region who was providing the enemy with information about the location of heavy equipment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The perpetrator faces up to 8 years in prison.
The SBU exposed a GRU agent in the AFU in the Kharkiv region who was transmitting data on the deployment of units to the enemy. The perpetrator, a 30-year-old mobilized man, collected information about command posts, warehouses, and artillery, and also possessed combat grenades and explosives.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, commented on Die Welt's publication about a possible large-scale Russian offensive in the spring-summer of 2026. Kovalenko noted that the enemy's plans are known, and Ukraine's Defense Forces are doing everything to thwart them.
According to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the reform allowed the relocation of over 36,000 servicemen. It also improved troop manageability and the effectiveness of combat missions, leading to an increase in enemy losses.
The President of Ukraine signed a law that grants temporary residence permits and additional medical guarantees to foreigners and stateless persons serving under contract. The document also allows them to receive social services.
In January, the Ukrainian Defense Forces launched 48 DeepStrike strikes on Russia's oil and gas industry, reducing overall oil refining by 19%. During the month, 21.7 thousand aerial targets and 21.6 thousand UAVs were destroyed, and Russian army losses amounted to 31.7 thousand personnel.
The village of Ternuvate in the Zaporizhzhia direction remains under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, reported that fighting continues.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of an ammunition depot in occupied Kherson region, a command post near Sudzha, and a UAV depot in Rostov region. Approximately 6,000 FPV drones were destroyed.
Throughout 2026, 39 individuals were notified of suspicion in 19 criminal proceedings under the "Dishonest Procurement" program. The total amount of damages is UAH 3.2 billion.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine cleared Chuhunivka, Kharkiv region, of Russian invaders. Some of the occupiers were taken prisoner, and the Ukrainian flag was raised in the settlement.
The partisan movement "ATESH" recorded interruptions in fuel supply to Russian troops in the occupied Kherson region. The reason was the strike of the Ukrainian Defense Forces on a railway echelon in Gvardiyske.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released updated data on enemy losses as of February 9, 2026. 1250 occupiers and a significant amount of equipment were eliminated in one day.
Ukraine's Defense Forces hit a logistics depot, a UAV control point, and areas where Russian troops were concentrated in Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, and Astrakhan regions. A technical building and an assembly building at the Kapustin Yar training ground were damaged.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced that Russia plans to increase the number of its UAV troops by 79,000 personnel. In total, Russia intends to bring the number of unmanned troops to 165,000 personnel.
According to the President, there will be personnel changes in the Air Force, currently in some regions, in units – regarding protection against Russian "Shaheds. "
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that every fourth combat engagement is an offensive action by the Defense Forces. He also emphasized the strengthening of air defense, the development of medical forces, and the technological buildup of troops.
In Myrnohrad, Donetsk Oblast, fighting continues in the northern part of the city. Russians are bringing heavy equipment and artillery into the central part, and assault groups are active on the eastern outskirts.
Ukrzaliznytsia transported 116 Ukrainians released from Russian captivity during the first exchange this year. Among them are military personnel and civilians, most of whom have been in captivity since 2022.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting on the adaptation of new recruits, air cover, and shelters. He emphasized the need to improve the level of instructors and the equipment of training centers.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved the updated composition of deputy defense ministers. Mykhailo Fedorov introduced the new deputies who will be responsible for key areas of the ministry's transformation.
Immediately after signing a peace treaty, Ukraine plans to gradually transform its Armed Forces, numbering around 800,000, into a contract army with voluntary service and increased payments for the front line, with the support of European partners.
On February 5, the 71st prisoner exchange took place, as a result of which 150 military personnel and 7 civilians were returned. Among them are 19 illegally convicted defenders, 15 of whom received life sentences, as well as Mariupol defenders.
Producer Olena Mozgova shared a touching photo of her husband, musician David Axelrod, who serves in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He met with their 10-year-old daughter Solomiia.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the return of 157 Ukrainians, including military personnel and civilians, as part of the first exchange after a long pause. Most of them had been in captivity since 2022.
During an energy meeting, President Zelenskyy instructed the Ministry of Defense and the command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to intensify efforts against Russian reconnaissance drones and to enhance protection against MLRS. The difficult heating situation in Kyiv and work on a warm package program were also discussed.
The NATO Secretary General visited the Chernihiv region, where he spoke with residents affected by Russian attacks. He visited the basement of a school in Yahidne, where Russian occupiers held civilians in 2022.
Shabunin slanders the whole country, but when it comes to court, he says it's purely his assumption, - editor-in-chief of "Babel".
Ukraine has established a command for unmanned air defense systems, transferring hundreds of crews under the control of the Air Force and simultaneously strengthening the aviation component and partner supplies amid the modernization of enemy UAVs.
The SBU is investigating a case against Roman Mileshko's airline group for alleged complicity with Russia, although no specific facts of the crime have been established during several years of investigation. Several other similar proceedings, which were investigated by other law enforcement agencies based on applications from an NGO associated with a competing company, were closed, which indicates the custom nature of the persecutions.
Twelve former servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine face up to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. They are accused of desertion and high treason after the occupation of Crimea.
