Armed Forces of Ukraine

There are 2 Russian ships in the Black Sea, one of which carries up to 4 Kalibr cruise missiles. In the Mediterranean Sea, there are 6 ships with 22 missiles, and no ships in the Sea of Azov.

On February 1, at 05:33 a. m., an air alert was declared in Kyiv and several regions due to the threat of ballistic weapons from the northeast. The Ukrainian Air Force and the KCMA warned of the danger.

Russian troops recaptured the village of Novomlynsk in Kharkiv region. The enemy also advanced near Rivne, Rozdolne, Yantarne, Petropavlivka, Baranivka and Udachne.

At the PACE Winter Plenary Session in Strasbourg, the testimonies of three released Ukrainian prisoners were heard. Maksym Butkevych, Lenia Umerova and Yulian Pylypey shared their experiences in Russian captivity.

The State Tax Service fulfilled its January revenue target by 114. 8%, collecting UAH 76.1 billion to the state budget. VAT refunds increased 1.6 times year-on-year.

The command of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces confirmed the use of a UAV carrying a 250-kg bomb with a range of 2,000 km. The drones of the 14th UAV regiment have been successfully hitting strategic targets behind enemy lines for a year now.

A 33-year-old man who collected intelligence on military facilities for the FSB was detained in Cherkasy. The offender faces life imprisonment for high treason under martial law.

The Ministry of Defense has authorized a new Ukrainian-made Gromylo unmanned aerial vehicle for use in the Armed Forces. The drone is equipped with powerful engines, can carry a combat charge and is resistant to electronic warfare.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the successful hit of the command post of the Kursk group of enemy troops in the town of Rylsk. As a result of a precision strike, the enemy's command center was destroyed.

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed the successful attack on LUKOIL-Volgogradneftepererabotka on the night of January 31. Explosions and flames were reported at the facility, which is one of Russia's ten largest refineries.

DPRK troops were withdrawn from the front line after heavy losses and disorganization.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”.