The Swedish company Saab is building a portfolio of potential orders for over 300 JAS 39 Gripen E/F fighters. Ukraine could order up to 150 aircraft, and Canada – 72, with the possibility of localizing production.
Russian forces attacked Odesa with kamikaze drones, causing fires, infrastructure damage, and civilian casualties. Hits were recorded in residential areas and life support facilities.
More than half of German citizens support increasing military and financial aid to Ukraine if Russia refuses peace talks. 52% of respondents believe that the West should increase aid to Kyiv.
The Air Force showed footage of a Ukrainian F-16 fighter pilot destroying an enemy Shahed drone. The pilot used an aircraft cannon to eliminate the target.
Ukrainian military completely cleared the village of Ternuvate in the Zaporizhzhia direction. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, announced this and published a video.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claims that Russia is not going to attack Europe. However, in the event of a European attack on Russia, a full-fledged military response will be provided.
Explosions were heard in Kyiv. Head of Kyiv City Military Administration Tymur Tkachenko and Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged residents to remain in shelters.
President Zelenskyy states Ukraine's daily need for air defense missiles and protection against ballistic missiles. He noted that ballistic missiles struck Kyiv region again today.
Last month, Kyiv's Air Force lacked interceptor missiles for Patriot systems, their launchers stood empty. This allowed ballistic missiles to freely shell power plants.
As a result of a Russian attack on a civilian car in the Sumy community, a 19-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl were injured. They were hospitalized, their condition is not serious.
Ukraine seeks to obtain Western security guarantees to deter future Russian aggression. At the same time, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that any recognition of Russia's sovereignty over Crimea or Donbas will be legally invalid.
Today, an additional 9 MW of capacity is planned to be launched in Kyiv. This will help stabilize the electricity supply after Russian attacks.
Andriy Sybiha told Reuters that only Donald Trump can stop Russia's war against Ukraine. Several unresolved points remain from the 20-point peace plan.
On February 9, hourly power outage schedules will be in effect in Ukraine, and emergency blackouts are possible in some regions. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on the energy system.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is fighting for independence but does not restrict the rights of citizens not of mobilization age. Citizens not subject to mobilization have the right to leave the country.
President Zelenskyy announced agreements on the supply of 50 Gripen and 100 Rafale aircraft. Ukraine plans to develop its military aviation.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported explosions in the capital. Kyiv is under ballistic missile attack, air defense forces are working.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia's energy sector is a legitimate military target, as revenues from energy sales finance the war against Ukraine. He emphasized that Ukraine can strike at weapons or at the source of their financing.
Since the beginning of the day, 123 combat engagements have been recorded at the front. The enemy is actively advancing in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Lyman directions.
According to Zelenskyy, ten export centers will be operating in Europe by 2026, and drone production will begin in Germany and the United Kingdom.
In Russia's Belgorod, it was decided to drain heating systems in 455 apartment buildings and 51 social institutions. This is due to the lack of expected results from restoration work after the missile strike on December 14.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that 450 companies producing drones are operating in Ukraine, 40-50 of which are leading. He noted that 2026 will be a year of investment in Ukrainian technologies, particularly in drones.
Professional astrologer Ksenia Bazylenko said that the week from February 9 to 15 is the last calm period before the eclipse corridor. This time is favorable for completing tasks and summing up results.
The National Fund for Mobile and Modular Energy Equipment Reserve has started operating in Ukraine to provide prompt assistance to communities. Four cogeneration units have already arrived in Kyiv, and Kharkiv will receive three.
On February 8, during shelling in Kramatorsk, journalists from the Inter TV channel were wounded. Correspondent Ihor Levenok sustained shrapnel wounds to his left arm.
Ukrainian director Mstyslav Chernov won an award from the Directors Guild of America for the documentary film "2000 Meters to Andriivka. " This is his second victory from this Guild; he received the first in 2023.
The Ministry of Defense is initiating consultations with military families and the Office of the Military Ombudsman. This will help determine an effective social support model for those who need it most.
Russian citizen Lyubomir Korba, suspected of attempting to assassinate Vladimir Alekseev, has been detained in Dubai and extradited to Russia. The FSB claims to have identified accomplices to the crime, one of whom has fled to Ukraine.
Indian refineries have suspended purchases of Russian oil for April delivery. The move is linked to New Delhi's desire to conclude a trade agreement with the United States.
The Russian State Duma supported amendments allowing the FSB to disconnect the internet and other communication services in response to "security threats. " This will strengthen state control over communications in Russia.
