Mykolaiv region was attacked overnight by Shahed 131/136 type UAVs and imitation drones, with the main strike targeting energy infrastructure. In the Olshanska community, one private house was destroyed, two more were damaged, and a 59-year-old woman sustained severe injuries.
Due to the consequences of Russian shelling, emergency power outages have been introduced in several regions of Ukraine's energy system. Energy workers are working to restore stable electricity supply; power outage schedules are temporarily not in effect.
In the Lviv region, the enemy attacked an infrastructure facility. According to preliminary information, there are no casualties or injuries.
Abnormal weather conditions caused damage to power lines and communication devices, complicating train movement. The situation is most difficult in Odesa region due to continuous ice, but all trains continue to operate.
Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed replacing the generation of damaged thermal power plants and humanitarian aid from partners. Ukraine received 31 tons of equipment from Spain, Finland, Norway, and Austria, and expects new deliveries.
President Zelenskyy changed the composition of the NSDC, approving Denys Shmyhal and Mykhailo Fedorov in new positions. Former SBU head Vasyl Malyuk was removed from the composition.
On January 26, an emergency situation occurred at energy equipment in Odesa, leading to a temporary power outage in several districts and possible disruptions to water supply. Energy workers are already working on restoration.
In the village of Slyvyne, Mykolaiv district, a woman and a child were poisoned by carbon monoxide due to a malfunction of the stove heating system. The victims were hospitalized, their condition is of moderate severity.
Hungary and Slovakia will challenge the EU's ban on Russian gas imports in court. The countries state that this contradicts their national interests.
Power outages increase the costs of food production, storage, and logistics. This leads to a gradual increase in prices for energy-dependent goods such as meat, dairy products, and bread.
On January 27, most regions of Ukraine are expected to experience difficult weather conditions. Significant black ice and icy roads are forecast, which may complicate traffic and business operations.
On January 27, hourly shutdown schedules and power limitations will be applied in all regions of Ukraine. This is due to the consequences of Russian missile and drone attacks on energy facilities.
Ukrzaliznytsia launched 54 mobile 'invincibility' points in 12 regions of Ukraine after massive Russian attacks. They have already hosted over 9,000 visitors, providing warmth, light, and communication.
Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, the SBU has repelled over 14,000 cyberattacks on government agencies and infrastructure. Volodymyr Karasteliov, head of the SBU's Cybersecurity Department, spoke about countering the enemy.
The head of the enterprise has been served with a notice of suspicion of embezzling UAH 43 million in advance payment for the reconstruction of a berth in Chornomorsk. The money was transferred to the founder's account abroad, and the work was not performed.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed the commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Minister of Defense to determine additional protection options for Kharkiv. He also thanked everyone involved in the restoration work.
The CPD recorded a new peak in the activity of Russian information operations aimed at destabilizing the internal situation in Ukraine. The enemy uses bot networks to manipulate the topic of electricity shortages.
The Foreign Intelligence Service reports that the US initiative to build communications in the South Caucasus deprives Russia of its position as a key player. The TRIPP project involves the construction of infrastructure and communications between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
President Zelenskyy instructed the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance to analyze the possibilities of purchasing equipment for alternative electricity and heat generation. This applies to Kyiv and other regions with the most difficult energy situation.
Russian troops are shelling the Kherson CHP with artillery and drones, trying to prevent its restoration. Naftogaz is delivering heaters to Kherson to provide the city with heat.
Psychologist Svitlana Arefniya explained how prolonged power outages, lack of heating, and communication affect the psycho-emotional state of adults and children. She gave advice on maintaining inner balance and identified signs when one should seek professional help.
The first cargo of liquefied natural gas from Russia's Arctic LNG 2 plant this year has been unloaded at the Beihai LNG terminal in China. This is evidenced by LSEG data released on Monday.
As a result of Russian night shelling, Kharkiv and Donetsk regions are without power. Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast still face a significant electricity deficit, and emergency blackouts are in effect in several regions.
In the village of Kotsiubynske, a tourist gas cylinder exploded while residents were heating water. A 69-year-old man and a woman sustained burns; the man was hospitalized.
European leaders and industry representatives met in Hamburg to discuss cooperation in energy and security in the North Sea. The UK and Europe signed the Hamburg Declaration to implement large-scale offshore wind energy projects.
The tanker "Alexey Kosygin" has completed its transit through the Northern Sea Route and is preparing to moor at Arctic LNG 2. This will allow Russia to partially circumvent US logistical restrictions and maintain fuel exports in the Arctic.
Energy workers have managed to stabilize the situation with electricity supply in the Kyiv region, but it remains difficult. DTEK promises to inform consumers in case of changes.
Deputy Minister of Defense Serhiy Boyev presented the defense plan for 2026, focusing on air defense and drones. To implement the strategy, $120 billion is needed, half of which will be covered by Ukraine.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed damage to the oil refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban, logistics warehouses, and a UAV control point. Strikes were carried out on concentrations of enemy personnel.
A powerful winter storm brought record precipitation and extreme temperature drops to Northern and Eastern Europe. Forecasters predict severe frosts over the next two weeks, which will create a critical load on energy systems.
