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The occupation administration of Kherson region eliminated transparent procedures in the agricultural sector by creating the "Kherson Grain Company. " This structure became a monopolistic intermediary in the distribution of land, concentrating resources in the hands of cronies.
Sudan's military government has returned to the capital Khartoum after three years of war. Prime Minister Kamil Idris announced the start of work of the "government of hope" to restore basic services.
The UK Ministry of Defence is developing the Nightfall ballistic missile with a range of over 480 km for Ukraine. This will allow striking targets in Moscow.
EU Commissioner Andrius Kubilius proposed creating a joint EU military force of 100,000 soldiers. This force could replace the American contingent in Europe and ensure the continent's independent defence.
On January 11, 200 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched 48 air strikes and used 1868 kamikaze drones. The greatest activity was observed in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.
As of January 11, there are communities in Ukraine where the energy situation remains extremely difficult. Repair work continues in Kyiv after the strike two days ago.
On January 11, 2026, Russians shelled Vilniansk, Zaporizhzhia region, killing one woman and injuring two. Houses, a road, a garage, and vehicles were damaged.
The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck three drilling rigs of the Lukoil corporation in the Caspian Sea.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko showed the round-the-clock work of utility services to restore damaged infrastructure. The main goal is to restore heating to Kyiv residents' homes as soon as possible after the enemy attack.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces struck drilling rigs in the Caspian Sea and an air defense unit of the Russian occupiers. This was reported by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Valeriy, an aerial reconnaissance soldier of the "Predator" brigade, who is performing combat missions in Kostiantynivka, married his beloved Tetyana through the "Diia" application. The couple registered their marriage on January 9, despite the distance and the war.
The farewell ceremony for medic Serhiy Smolyak, who died from a repeated missile strike, will take place on January 12 at St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery. All those wishing to honor the Hero are expected at 12:00.
In Kyiv, heat supply is being restored after the Russian attack. About 85% of high-rise buildings already have heating, and all city boiler houses are operating.
Russian regions are experiencing an increasingly deep sense of hopelessness, as sanctions and the loss of external markets have exposed the structural weakness of their budgets. The worst situation is observed in depressed regions, as well as in industrial and metallurgical regions, where significant budget deficits are predicted.
In the Northern Slobozhansky direction, the Defense Forces are thwarting Russia's attempts to create a threat of offensive on Sumy. The enemy avoids frontal attacks and tries to act through the flanks.
Due to night shelling, over 60 Ukrzaliznytsia trains are running with delays. Among them are international and long-distance trains; railway workers are eliminating the damage.
In Huliaipole, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, combat clashes continue between reconnaissance-and-search and assault groups. Over the past day, Ukrainian units conducted more than ten assault operations.
The Verkhovna Rada is preparing a draft law that may restrict the right to deferment from mobilization for men aged 25+ due to studies. The number of such students has increased to 250,000, and inspections have revealed almost 50,000 fictitious students.
Russian troops will not be able to regain access to Kupyansk, where a sweep is underway. The loss of the city deprives Russia of an important railway hub and makes further offensive impossible.
The Ivano-Frankivsk police quickly identified and detained a foreigner who launched fireworks in the village of Polyanytsia. The man explained that he wanted to congratulate his friends on their marriage.
HUR reported the first use of the new "Geran-5" attack UAV by Russian forces in early 2026. This drone has a length of 6 meters, a wingspan of 5.5 meters, and a 90 kg warhead.
Over the past week, Russia attacked Ukraine with nearly 1,100 drones and over 50 missiles, including the Oreshnik ballistic missile, targeting infrastructure. The enemy waited for the frosts to worsen the situation, which is a deliberate act of terror against people.
This night, Rivne region suffered an enemy air attack, as a result of which civilian infrastructure was damaged. According to preliminary information, no one was injured.
On the night of January 11, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 154 attack drones. Air defense forces shot down and suppressed 125 UAVs of Shahed, Geran, and other models.
The head of British intelligence warned that Russians are preparing new hybrid attacks in Europe and that the "front line" is now everywhere, not just in war.
On January 10, 139 combat engagements took place at the front, with over 2,800 shellings and 33 air strikes recorded. The highest intensity of fighting remains in the Pokrovsk direction, where 32 attacks were repelled.
President Zelenskyy stated that NSDC Secretary Rustem Umerov was again in contact with American partners. Dialogue with the US is a strategic task for Ukraine and must be 100% constructive.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced that the Government has instructed to ensure the uninterrupted operation of invincibility points. Almost 1300 points are operating in Kyiv, 6908 have been deployed across the country, and another 2703 are in reserve.
As of 4:00 PM, 68 battles have taken place on the front, most of them in the Pokrovsk direction. The General Staff reported 23 attempts by the occupiers to advance in the Pokrovsk direction, 22 of which were repelled.
President Zelenskyy heard a report from the Head of the Presidential Office, Kyrylo Budanov, discussing sanctions policy, the diplomatic track, and internal tasks. Emphasis was placed on maintaining and strengthening pressure on Russia.