On January 22, Donetsk region suffered 1458 enemy attacks, resulting in the death of four people, including a child, and injuries to six people. In Cherkaske, four people, including a five-year-old boy, were killed by a UAV strike, and five civilians were injured.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated that Ukraine could become an "economic lion of Europe," but to do so, it needs to abandon electricity and heating subsidies. Expert Yuriy Korolchuk explained what this would mean for Ukrainians.
Ukraine, the US, and Russia are planning trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi regarding conflict resolution. The main issue remains territorial control in eastern Ukraine.
Russia launched a combined attack on Kryvyi Rih, firing over 70 drones and an Iskander-M ballistic missile. Civilian infrastructure was damaged, over 3,100 subscribers were left without electricity, and miners were trapped.
Over the past day, 222 combat engagements took place on the front line. The occupiers carried out one missile and 85 air strikes, using one missile and dropping 226 guided aerial bombs.
The European Commission announced the proximity of an agreement with the US and Ukraine on a framework program for post-war Ukraine. The document offers a response built on five key pillars.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 101 Shahed-type attack UAVs, Gerbera, and other drones. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 76 enemy drones.
Negotiations between the American delegation and the Russian leadership on a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Ukraine have begun in Moscow. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Putin to discuss ways to end hostilities.
Since the beginning of the day, 196 combat engagements have been recorded on the front. The occupiers used 2862 kamikaze drones and carried out 2717 shellings of the Armed Forces of Ukraine's positions.
Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that the situation with Ukraine's energy system is extremely difficult, especially in Kyiv, Kyiv Oblast and Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Emergency blackouts are being implemented, and energy workers are working around the clock to restore power.
According to the press service of the military court, "20 crew members of the cruiser died from the explosion, fire, and smoke, twenty-four crew members sustained injuries of varying severity, and eight people went missing, including during the struggle for the ship's survivability, which lasted. "
Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov appointed volunteer Serhiy Sternenko as his advisor on increasing the use of UAVs at the front. Sternenko will help systematize drone supplies and increase the effectiveness of unmanned units.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting in Davos on Ukraine's recovery, discussing ways to overcome challenges in energy and increase investment. He emphasized the importance of security guarantees for investment and business.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Switzerland Guy Parmelin in Davos. They discussed diplomatic efforts to achieve peace and strengthen sanctions against Russia, as well as the possibility of an additional Swiss contribution to the Energy Support Fund for Ukraine.
The driver of the Košice-Svaliava regular bus tried to break through the border in Uzhhorod to avoid detention. The 49-year-old man was wanted and fled to Slovakia, leaving the bus.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that the Russian dictator does not want to end the war because he has not achieved his goals. The Ukrainian leader emphasized that the Russian economy is exhausted and the army is tired.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported significant losses of Russian operational reserves in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad. Ukrainian troops are holding back enemy attempts to penetrate the northern districts of the cities.
As a result of a combined missile and drone attack on Kryvyi Rih, 13 people were injured, including four children. 18 houses and infrastructure facilities were damaged, and almost 10,000 subscribers are without electricity.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that Russia is using a combined group of troops numbering over 715,000 people. Moscow is not abandoning its aggression and is trying to destroy Ukrainian statehood by striking critical infrastructure.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the documents for ending the war are almost ready. He emphasized that Russia must be ready to stop its aggression.
The document states that the award was bestowed "for significant services in strengthening Ukrainian statehood, courage and selflessness shown in defending the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, a significant personal contribution to the development of various spheres of public life, and diligent performance of professional duty. "
As a result of the Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih on January 22, 12 people were injured, including four children. A two-year-old boy will receive outpatient treatment.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi at the Ukraine-NATO Council meeting reported on the difficult situation at the front and spoke about the specific needs of the Defense Forces. He emphasized the significant deficit of air defense assets.
A captured Russian serviceman has been notified of suspicion of shooting a Ukrainian border guard in the Sumy region. His actions are classified as a violation of the laws and customs of war, resulting in a person's death.
The total number of combat engagements on the front line is 123, with the enemy actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Huliaipole, and Kostiantynivka directions. In the Siversk-Slobozhanskyi and Kursk directions, there were three attacks, the enemy launched two air strikes and carried out 34 shellings.
On January 22, in the Kharkiv region, Russian FPV drones attacked a car of volunteers who were delivering bread. Two men were killed, and one more was injured.
The CEO of an energy company and two subordinates will face trial for embezzling UAH 5 million. They inflated material prices during critical infrastructure repairs.
On January 22, six people, including a 14-year-old girl, were injured in Dnipro as a result of a Russian attack. Infrastructure and a two-story building were also damaged in Kryvyi Rih.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a decision to support agricultural producers by introducing grants for the construction of vegetable and fruit storage facilities. The mechanism for compensating for damaged crops in frontline territories has also been improved.
The Cabinet of Ministers dismissed Hanna Hvozdiar, Volodymyr Zaverukha, Anatolii Klochko, Oleksandr Kozenko, and Mykola Shevtsov from their positions as deputy defense ministers. Some of them will continue to work in the Ministry of Defense team.
