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In Odesa, the number of people injured in Russia's massive night drone attack has increased to 5. Four received assistance on the spot, one sought help independently, and all are in satisfactory condition.
SBU counterintelligence detained an agent of Russian military intelligence in Dnipro, who involved his underage son in adjusting enemy strikes. The 63-year-old driving school security guard collected data on defense industry facilities and concentrations of Ukrainian defenders.
Ukrzaliznytsia has updated information regarding train movements, indicating increased risks in the Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia directions due to the threat of missile and drone attacks. Bus detours and transfers have been organized in these areas to ensure passenger safety.
Minister of Defense Fedorov called for the verification of all Starlink terminals used for defense purposes through the DELTA system to include them in the "whitelist. " This will ensure their operation after blocking and the continuity of communication.
Another round of talks on Ukraine, mediated by the US, is planned in Abu Dhabi. Experts hope that the results will show the seriousness of the Kremlin's intentions, despite renewed attacks on Ukraine.
According to the Institute for the Study of War, the Russian side is not making concessions and is not changing its demands for an end to the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin demands the withdrawal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from all Russian-occupied territories and also wants Ukraine to remain under Russian influence.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called recent Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy sector particularly brutal and insidious during a conversation with US President Donald Trump. He noted that the temperature had dropped below -20 °C.
In Lviv region, a conscript died in the premises of the Yavoriv District TCR. The cause of death was alcohol poisoning, recorded by medics.
Odesa region suffered a massive drone attack, damaging a critical infrastructure facility and residential buildings. Four people were rescued in Odesa, and one person was injured.
On the night of February 3, Russia attacked Ukraine with 105 attack UAVs of various types. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 88 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the elimination of 780 occupiers and the destruction of 1,355 drones per day. The total enemy losses exceeded 1.24 million people.
On the night of February 4, Russian drones attacked the Dnipropetrovsk region, killing two civilians and injuring two more. In the Synelnykove district, a house was destroyed, and infrastructure and power lines were damaged.
The ATESH partisan movement reports a critical situation in the units of the Russian Dnipro troop grouping. Due to the chaotic use of new unmanned boats, the Russians are blowing themselves up on their own mines.
The leader of the AFC/M23 rebel movement, Corneille Nangaa, has claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Bangboka International Airport in Kisangani. He called the attack a "warning" to the regime in Kinshasa.
The UK Ministry of Defence has refused to transfer Watchkeeper reconnaissance drones to Ukraine. Instead of outdated drones, London will focus on supplying more modern systems.
The Sudanese Armed Forces broke the two-year siege of Kadugli on February 3, 2026, allowing the resumption of food and medical supplies. This strategic achievement followed battles with the Rapid Support Forces.
American company Zone 5 Technologies has successfully conducted combat tests of the Rusty Dagger cruise missile for Ukraine. The cost of one unit is about $246,000, which is significantly cheaper than analogues.
Since the beginning of the day, 137 combat engagements have been recorded on the front. The enemy launched two missile strikes, used 5295 kamikaze drones, and carried out 2904 shellings.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that Donald Trump is not surprised by Russia's attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. According to her, the war began due to Joe Biden's weakness.
Mykhailo Fedorov held talks with the NATO Secretary General and the defense ministers of Britain and Germany. Key priorities for supporting Ukraine were discussed ahead of the "Ramstein" meeting.
President Zelenskyy states that Ukraine awaits the US reaction to Russian strikes. Russia responded with a record number of ballistic missiles to America's request to cease attacks.
Sweden and Denmark will jointly purchase Tridon air defense systems for Ukraine for 2. 6 billion Swedish kronor ($290 million). Sweden will finance 2.1 billion kronor, and Denmark will contribute 500 million kronor.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko discussed urgent assistance for the energy sector's recovery with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte through the EADRCC mechanism. Equipment from partners will help restore networks and gas infrastructure damaged by Russian attacks.
The head of the Zaporizhzhia OVA, Ivan Fedorov, reported that the number of injured in Zaporizhzhia has risen to eight. Among them are two children, all are receiving medical assistance.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has expanded the list of categories of mobilization deferrals that are automatically extended. Currently, 90% of issued deferrals are extended without additional action from citizens.
US Senator Lindsey Graham urged Donald Trump to start supplying Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles after a massive Russian attack.
The District Court in Zamość sentenced Paweł K. to 3.5 years in prison for espionage. He collected information about Rzeszów-Jasionka airport for Russian special services, which could have been used for an assassination attempt on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko announced the identification of 211 individuals involved in atrocities in Bucha. In January 2026 alone, two Russian servicemen were identified and charged.
The total debt for consumed gas exceeds 100 billion hryvnias, with more than half of the amount accumulated during the war.
As a result of a Russian UAV strike on a residential 5-story building in the Saltivsky district of Kharkiv, the number of injured has risen to six people. Three women aged 90, 84, and 57 sought medical attention due to severe stress.