Ilya Yevlash announced his decision to resign from the position of spokesperson for the Ukrainian Air Force, which he had held since March 2024. In his farewell address, he thanked his colleagues and noted that this period of his life was unforgettable.
Russia is systematically suppressing religious communities in the occupied territories of Ukraine, turning churches into weapons depots. Over the past three years, the occupiers have destroyed 630 churches and killed about 50 clergy.
The Kyiv Court of Appeal has left former 155th Brigade commander Dmytro Ryumshyn in custody. The court reduced his bail from UAH 90 million to UAH 50 million in the case of desertion by his subordinates.
Venislavsky said that the issue of forced mobilization of women is not being considered in Ukraine. Currently, 68,000 women serve in the Ukrainian Armed Forces, including 5,000 in the combat zone.
The Verkhovna Rada is developing a system of one-time cash payments to encourage voluntary enlistment in the Armed Forces. Fedir Venislavskyi explained that such payments will be provided upon signing a contract.
Brovary continues to support Ukrainian defenders: a four-wheel drive truck and starliners went to the front.
There are no draft laws in the Verkhovna Rada to lower the mobilization age below 25. MP Venislavsky said that such initiatives are only political discussions and are unlikely to find support in parliament.
The SBI exposed an organized group of 5 people who embezzled over UAH 101 million during the procurement of fuel wood for the Armed Forces. The suspects face up to 12 years in prison with confiscation of property.
Russia is forming a new kind of troops - unmanned systems troops, which by 2030 should number 210,000 soldiers in 277 units.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a 7% increase in the effectiveness of drones compared to December. FPV drones accounted for the largest share of defeats (49%), with units of the 46th, 3rd and 80th brigades leading the way.
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The charity project HeroCar, together with the EVA network, is launching a fundraiser for 50 off-road motorcycles Sihao for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The military needs the equipment for combat and reconnaissance missions due to its maneuverability and efficiency.
During the 6 months of the Kursk operation, the Armed Forces of Ukraine created a “buffer zone” on the territory of the Russian Federation. Russia lost about 40,000 troops and a significant amount of equipment, forcing it to bring in 12,000 troops from the DPRK.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 77 Shahed drones and two Iskander-M missiles. The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 56 attack UAVs over 11 regions, with Kharkiv, Cherkasy, and Dnipro regions suffering.
Over the last day, 90 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovske and Lyman sectors. The enemy launched 85 air strikes and fired over 5,800 times at Ukrainian positions.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed the successful destruction of the Primorsko-Akhtarsky airfield in the Krasnodar region of Russia on the night of February 6. Explosions and a fire were reported at the facility, which was used to store and launch Shahed UAVs.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released data on the losses of the Russian army over the past day. The enemy lost 1,240 soldiers, 46 artillery systems and 16 armored combat vehicles.
Ukrainian defense forces advanced east of Nadiivka near Pokrovsk. At the same time, Russian troops made progress near Kupyansk, Toretsk and Kurakhove, capturing several settlements.
In the first months of 2024, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed 13,000 artillery systems of the occupiers. This makes up almost half of the total number of Russian systems lost during the entire war.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said that Putin does not want to negotiate. Britain will continue to help Ukraine as much as possible and will call on other partners to do so.
The HACC upheld the claim of the Ministry of Justice and seized Vyacheslav Zanevsky's assets for the benefit of the state. The confiscated property includes a company, 12 land plots, apartments and cash.
The President spoke about the successes of the Ukrainian army in the Kursk sector, where 60,000 Russian troops are held. The operation may become an important part of future peace talks.
As a result of the 61st exchange of prisoners, 150 servicemen returned to Ukraine, including the defenders of Mariupol and the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. The total number of people released since the beginning of the invasion has reached 4131.
There were 50 combat engagements in various sectors of the frontline, the most intense in the Pokrovske sector, where 12 attacks took place. The enemy actively attacked in the Kupyansk, Lyman and Siversk sectors.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the successful destruction of the Albashneft oil refinery in the Krasnodar Territory of the Russian Federation. It also confirmed the destruction of a Russian Buk missile system in the occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region.
In Ukraine, for the first time, a court deprived a driver of his license for violating the rules of military registration. Most of these cases are returned due to non-payment of the court fee by the TCC, but successful claims are expected to increase in 2025.
On the night of February 5, Russia attacked Ukraine with 2 Iskander-M missiles and 104 drones. The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 57 attack UAVs, and another 42 imitator drones were lost.
Over the last day, 85 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 35 attacks. The enemy launched 2 missile and 76 air strikes, making over 5,300 attacks.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on the losses of Russian troops over the past day. 1140 occupants, 9 tanks, 12 armored personnel carriers and other equipment were destroyed, bringing the total losses of the Russian Federation to 844070 troops.
Ukrainian troops regained positions near Nadiivka. At the same time, the enemy advanced in the area of Zakhidne, Kindrashivka and Topoly in Kharkiv region.