President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian attack on the energy infrastructure of Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, emphasizing the importance of partners' reaction. He stressed that such strikes have no military sense and are Russia's war against the Ukrainian people.
Nova Poshta branches in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions are operating on generators despite the blackout caused by Russian shelling. Visitors can charge their phones, use the internet, and warm up.
US Vice President J. D. Vance called the detained tanker Marinera (Bella 1) a "fake Russian oil tanker," and the country's Attorney General Pam Bondi indicated that its crew faces criminal prosecution.
Mayor Borys Filatov announced the declaration of a national emergency in Dnipro. The reason was the recent Russian shelling.
Information about the occupation of Andriivka in Sumy region is false. The settlement is under the full control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and soldiers of the 71st separate airmobile brigade are holding their positions.
People's Deputy Iryna Gerashchenko stated that Russia will try to interfere in Ukrainian elections using social networks and messengers. She proposed to start working on legislative changes, including a law on the de-anonymization of Telegram channels.
The SBU detained a 52-year-old unemployed woman in Odesa who was adjusting enemy attacks on the city by marking objects on Google Maps. She faces life imprisonment for treason, justifying Russian aggression, and violating the equality of citizens.
In 2025, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine continued the digitalization of the army, which saved time and reduced the workload. The systems "Impulse", Reserve+, Army+ and logistics management based on SAP started working.
The Ministry of Economy and DFC have launched an online portal for submitting projects to the American-Ukrainian Reconstruction Investment Fund. The fund is seeking projects in critical minerals, energy, transport, logistics, ICT, and advanced technologies.
In Dnipropetrovsk region, part of the critical infrastructure has been powered, about 800,000 consumers remain without electricity. In Zaporizhzhia, electricity supply has been restored, but residents are asked to limit the use of electrical appliances.
Ukrzaliznytsia has updated the train schedule from January 22, tickets for which are already available for sale. The changes will affect 118 long-distance trains and 62 suburban trains.
On January 7, the Russians launched a massive and combined assault on the positions of the 71st separate airmobile brigade between Andriivka and Oleksiivka in the Sumy region. The defense forces destroyed five enemy groups and more than a dozen occupiers who tried to break through on quad bikes and on foot, with total losses amounting to 42 people.
Great Britain confirmed the transfer of 13 Raven air defense systems to Ukraine, developed specifically for Ukraine. The delivery of prototype Gravehawk air defense systems is expected in the near future.
The cyclone entered Ukraine through Chernivtsi and Ivano-Frankivsk regions, causing difficult winter weather conditions. In Prykarpattia, traffic is ensured, in Bukovyna drivers were urged to limit trips, and Ukrzaliznytsia is strengthening connections with both regions.
Over the past day, 275 combat engagements took place on the front. The enemy launched missile and air strikes, and used kamikaze drones.
In Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, network restoration continues after enemy attacks. In Dnipropetrovsk region, heat and water supply are being restored for over a million subscribers, and in Zaporizhzhia, electricity supply and heat and water supply have been restored.
On the night of January 8, Russia attacked Ukraine with 97 attack UAVs, 70 of which were shot down or suppressed. 27 drones hit 13 locations.
On January 7, Russian troops lost 1,400 soldiers and 225 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 08.01.26 are estimated at 1,215,900 people.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced the country's possible participation in monitoring a peace agreement or truce in Ukraine. Slovakia is ready to cooperate in non-military areas, but will not send soldiers or provide weapons.
Great Britain and France plan to send up to 15,000 soldiers to protect Ukraine after a peace agreement is concluded. This number is significantly less than the initial proposals, which is due to limited resources.
Due to power outages in most settlements of Dnipropetrovsk region, school holidays have been extended until January 9 inclusive. In Dnipro, all city hospitals have been switched to generators, and school holidays have been extended for another two days.
US President Donald Trump supported a bipartisan bill on sanctions against Russia. The document will allow punishing countries that buy Russian oil, which finances the war.
As a result of a massive attack on Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions, most consumers were left without electricity and water supply. Energy workers will begin restoration work as soon as the security situation allows.
All trains in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions have been switched to backup diesel traction. Signaling and communication systems are powered by backup sources, and railway stations are supplied with electricity from generators.
In Dnipro, electricity supply has disappeared, and in some places, water supply is absent, with no forecasts for restoration. In the Zaporizhzhia region, hospitals have been switched to generators due to electricity supply restrictions.
Since the beginning of the day, 255 combat engagements have taken place, the enemy launched missile and air strikes. Ukrainian defenders are repelling attempts to advance deep into the territory.
UK Defense Minister John Healey will visit Kyiv in the near future. He will discuss long-term support for Ukraine with weapons and possible ceasefire monitoring.
Tomorrow, January 8, Ukraine may experience unscheduled power outages due to snow accumulation on power lines. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced that the Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a number of decisions to minimize the consequences of bad weather.
Ukraine has taken note of Ghana's appeal regarding the return of its citizen captured as a Russian mercenary and has invited Ghana's Foreign Minister to visit Ukraine in February. Ghanaian diplomats will be granted access to prisoners of war in accordance with international humanitarian law.
Russia is using the online game ARMA3 and the Discord app to recruit South Africans for the war against Ukraine. Two men in their 20s left South Africa, one of whom was killed in battle in Luhansk Oblast.
