Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine

Russian propagandists approved of the protests in Ukraine, calling on Ukrainians to continue the rallies. The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reported that Russia is using these protests to undermine Ukraine's ability to resist aggression.

Vladimir Putin is expanding the powers of the FSB, restricting access of foreign vessels to Russian ports and strengthening control over the cooperation of scientific organizations with foreigners. These actions, along with the construction of new FSB prisons, indicate Russia's transformation into a military dictatorship.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, by decree No. 539/2025, established a delegation for peace negotiations with international partners and Russia. The negotiations will take place on July 23, 2025, in Istanbul, Turkey, under the leadership of Rustem Umerov.

Leading Russian banks, including Sberbank and VTB, are preparing for a wave of defaults in late 2025 – early 2026 due to high interest rates and the deteriorating financial condition of borrowers. The volume of overdue consumer loans has reached 1.5 trillion rubles, which is the highest level in six years.

Russian dictator Putin issued a decree on the forced Russification of the entire population of the Russian Federation. The document also provides for the expansion of the network of "Russian centers" abroad to promote language and culture.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Roman Marchuk as Deputy Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine. The corresponding decree was published on the website of the head of state.

According to the Foreign Intelligence Service, as of July 3, Russia has harvested 3. 8 million tons of grain, which is four times less than last year. The average yield decreased from 41 to 31 centners per hectare, and in the occupied territories of Ukraine, the harvest is almost half as much.

Russia plans to involve Chinese businesses in the construction of infrastructure in occupied Crimea, including the Kerch sea port and the Donuzlav lake infrastructure. The head of the Crimean occupation administration, Sergey Aksyonov, has decided to involve China State Construction Engineering Corporation, which is one of the largest companies in the construction of railway and transport main lines.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree that activates the National Security and Defense Council's decision on synchronizing sanctions against the Russian Federation. The goal is to increase pressure on the aggressor and limit its military-industrial potential.

President Zelensky stated that Russia is trying "by all methods" to avoid new sanctions and weaken existing ones. Ukrainian intelligence reported on Moscow's attempts to fight against sanctions pressure.

Occupiers are forcing Ukrainian farmers to sell grain at reduced prices to the Russian Federation.

Russian Railways is rapidly approaching bankruptcy due to falling load levels, staff shortages, worn-out rolling stock and reduced funding for infrastructure projects.

Russia plans to create a single map of agricultural land in the occupied territories of Ukraine. This is done to legitimize the annexation and expropriation of property.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on the preparation of the exchange of prisoners with Russia. The agreement on the release of a thousand Ukrainians is the result of a meeting in Turkey.

Starting in 2025, Russia increased the excise tax on alcohol by 15% to finance the war. This led to a 22.7% drop in vodka production and a 25% drop in brandy production in the first quarter.

The DIU chief believes that a ceasefire is possible in 2025, but doubts that a sustainable peace will be achieved. According to him, Russia's strategic goal for Ukraine remains unchanged.

The head of the Foreign Intelligence Service, Alexander Ivashchenko, said that Russia's resources are depleted and the economy is deteriorating. According to him, the Russian economy may face irreversible trends at the end of the year and next year.

Russia intends to produce more than 7 million artillery munitions and large-caliber mines in 2025. It also plans to produce about 3,000 long-range missiles.

The head of the Foreign Intelligence Service, Oleh Ivashchenko, said that Russia is seeking a ceasefire to restore its forces. According to him, the enemy needs this to regroup and continue its aggression against Ukraine.

The President thanked the developers of long-range drones and missiles for effective strikes on Russian territory. Reducing the enemy's ability to refine oil and lower energy prices bring peace closer.

The meeting discussed Putin's attempts to manipulate world leaders, in particular the US president's desire to achieve peace. They also addressed the issue of supplying units on the front line.

Cloudy weather with light sleet and rain is expected in Ukraine on January 24. Daytime temperatures will range from 0 to +11°C, with the warmest temperatures in the south.

January 24 is the Day of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, founded in 2004. The history of Ukrainian intelligence dates back to 1919, when the first foreign intelligence unit was created under the Ukrainian People's Republic.

The President held a meeting on the negotiation process with the EU and expects a productive year for accession. Ukraine plans to open all negotiating clusters with the EU by 2025.

Because of the war, the Russian economy lost 1. 5-1.7 million able-bodied citizens. By 2045, the Russian labor market will shrink by another 7-10 million people from the current 76 million employed.

Russia has mobilized up to 180,000 prisoners to participate in the war against Ukraine. On January 1, one-time payments to prisoners for signing a contract with the Russian Defense Ministry were canceled due to the economic crisis.

The head of the GRU said that the Russian economy will reach a dangerous point in 2025. Russia plans to spend 41% of its budget on the war and is capable of continuing hostilities at the current level.

Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the Council of State on the situation in Syria after the fall of the Assad regime. Ukraine is ready to support the Syrian people with food and help stabilize the situation in the region.

The president approved the emblem and flag of the SVR of Ukraine with unique elements, including a QR code and the motto "Truth wins everything". The symbols will reflect belonging to the department and will be used at official events.

The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Cabinet to discuss the situation at the front and Russia's assistance in the war. They also reviewed investments of partners in the Ukrainian defense industry and contracting for the army.