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The IAEA Board of Governors held an emergency meeting regarding nuclear risks from Russia's systematic attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. IAEA head Rafael Grossi confirmed that these attacks fall under the organization's mandate and pose direct nuclear risks.

Minister of Health Viktor Liashko supported the energy resilience of the capital's Center for Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery. The implementation of new heart treatment technologies was also discussed.

Electricity consumption in Ukraine corresponds to seasonal indicators. Due to bad weather, 276 settlements in five regions are without power, and hostilities have damaged energy equipment in frontline regions.

Former head of "Ukrenergo" Volodymyr Kudrytskyi stated that Russia knows the location of key objects of Ukraine's energy system due to its centralized model. Distributed generation from small power plants is much more difficult to detect and destroy.

Former head of "Ukrenergo" Volodymyr Kudrytskyi stated that generators from partners are a temporary solution. They support the operation of invincibility points, but do not solve the problem of electricity shortage.

Ukraine has strategically lost a significant part of its traditional electricity generation due to Russian strikes and equipment dismantling. Many power units have been destroyed or damaged, and some have been disassembled for spare parts.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has reoriented its strikes towards logistics rather than energy. In the Kharkiv region, a ballistic missile damaged warehouses of a civilian production facility belonging to an American company.

Friedrich Merz condemned Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure during a conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Germany reaffirmed its support for winter aid and finding ways to a ceasefire.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Donald Trump appealed to Vladimir Putin with a request to refrain from striking Kyiv for a week, allegedly until February 1.

President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine would cease strikes on Russia's energy infrastructure if Russia agrees to the week-long truce proposed by the US. The Kremlin has not yet confirmed its consent to cease attacks.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he is ready for "any format" of a leaders' summit, but not in Moscow or Belarus. He invited Putin instead.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that there is no official ceasefire agreement on energy targets between Ukraine and Russia. This decision, initiated by the US and Donald Trump, envisages Kyiv's refusal to strike at Russian energy facilities in response to Moscow's cessation of attacks.

US President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency over the threat from Cuba, introducing a new tariff system. This will allow the US to impose tariffs on goods from countries that supply oil to Cuba.

Rapid snowmelt has undermined a support of the main gas pipeline in Zakarpattia, threatening to disconnect almost 5,800 subscribers. An operational headquarters has been deployed to prevent an accident, and repair options are being considered.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced negotiations in the UAE regarding an energy truce. He expressed hope for the implementation of the agreements, which concern the protection of Ukrainian cities from Russian attacks.

First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with US Chargé d'Affaires a. i. Julie S. Davis. The parties discussed the supply of American LNG, the use of Ukrainian gas storage facilities, and cooperation in nuclear energy.

Ukrainian officials learned about Trump's request to Putin to stop shelling from the words of the US president. No signals were received from Russia, the ceasefire agreement has not been confirmed.

From February 2, general secondary education institutions in Kyiv are resuming classes. The format will be determined by the schools individually, taking into account safety and conditions.

Donald Trump stated that he personally asked Vladimir Putin not to strike Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities for a week. Putin agreed to this request.

Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi announced the launch of an emergency preparedness regime. This is due to the forecasted severe frosts and possible missile attacks on critical infrastructure.

Since the beginning of the year, more than 1,200 fires have been recorded due to emergency power grid modes. Rescuers emphasize the danger of using uncertified devices and overloading power grids.

The National Bank of Ukraine has lowered its GDP growth forecast for 2026 to 1. 8% due to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure and electricity shortages. The electricity deficit in 2026 will be at least 6%, which will cost Ukraine 0.4% of GDP growth.

The European Commission is providing Ukraine with 145 million euros in humanitarian aid and Moldova with 8 million euros to support Ukrainian refugees. Millions of Ukrainians are facing freezing temperatures without electricity due to Russian bombardments.

Information has appeared online about Russia's alleged ban on strikes against energy infrastructure, but there is no official confirmation. Journalist Denys Kazansky links this to Russia's depletion of missile stockpiles.

Since the beginning of the year, over 1,200 fires have been recorded due to faulty electrical wiring and appliances. The State Emergency Service urges people not to use damaged appliances and to observe safety rules.

Due to Russian shelling, consumers in Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions are without electricity. Temporary schedules are being applied in Kyiv, and emergency blackouts in the Kyiv region. Over 500 settlements in 7 regions are without power due to bad weather.

Kyivvodokanal refuted information about the freezing of sewage networks in Troieshchyna. The networks are laid below the level of soil freezing, and wastewater has a positive temperature.

France will increase pressure on Russia and is preparing new sanctions at the European level. This comes after condemning Russia's attack on a passenger train in the Kharkiv region.

Kaja Kallas stated that Russia is represented in negotiations by military personnel without a mandate for peace. She noted that the Russians are not serious about this and Russia should be pushed towards real negotiations.

On the night of January 29, Russia attacked Ukraine with 105 attack UAVs of various types. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 84 enemy drones.