War in Ukraine
Over the past day, 159 combat engagements took place, the enemy used 4034 kamikaze drones and carried out 2089 shellings. On the Pokrovsk direction, 57 occupiers were eliminated.
The European Commission has unveiled its 20th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting energy, financial services, and trade. For the first time, the sanctions include third-country ports – Kulevi (Georgia) and Karimun (Indonesia) – for handling Russian oil exports.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the Minister of Defense regarding army provision. The predictable and sufficient supply of drones and other equipment was discussed.
According to the Munich Security Conference report, the world has entered a period of politics of destroying the existing order. This is due to the fact that political forces that prefer destruction are gaining momentum in many Western societies.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the readiness of documents on security guarantees. He emphasized that there is no alternative to security and peace, and also announced significant international events.
Russians have begun urgent deliveries of satellite Internet terminals to the front for the occupiers. This will replace Starlink, using Russian providers based on Yamal and Express satellites.
The crew of the Mi-24 helicopter died during a combat mission. All crew members were experienced officers and defenders of Ukraine.
The European Union is considering options for including Ukraine's membership in a peace agreement, including protection and immediate access to membership rights. The draft peace plan envisages EU accession in 2027, and the EU confirms that future accession is part of the discussions.
NATO plans to launch the Arctic Sentry military mission in the Arctic, specifically in Greenland, to strengthen its presence and reduce tensions between the US and European allies. The launch could take place this week during the meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels.
Norwegian special services have published a security assessment for 2026, in which Russia is named the main threat. The likelihood of sabotage against support for Ukraine and the intensification of Russian intelligence activities is increasing.
Heat supply has been restored in the Desnianskyi district of Kyiv. However, as of the morning of February 8, 1126 buildings in the Darnytskyi and Dniprovskyi districts remained without heat.
The German Federal Prosecutor's Office has charged Ukrainian Yevhen B. in a sabotage case. He is believed to be the organizer of sending parcels with incendiary devices on behalf of Russian special services.
The President of Ukraine signed a law that grants temporary residence permits and additional medical guarantees to foreigners and stateless persons serving under contract. The document also allows them to receive social services.
In January, the Ukrainian Defense Forces launched 48 DeepStrike strikes on Russia's oil and gas industry, reducing overall oil refining by 19%. During the month, 21.7 thousand aerial targets and 21.6 thousand UAVs were destroyed, and Russian army losses amounted to 31.7 thousand personnel.
The number of appeals regarding the actions of the TCC and SP has increased 333 times since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. This indicates systemic problems with human rights observance during mobilization.
On February 10, scheduled power outages will be in effect throughout Ukraine. Emergency blackouts are possible in some regions due to the consequences of Russian attacks.
A former prisoner spoke about the moral and physical pressure on Viktoria Roshchyna in the Taganrog pre-trial detention center. The journalist died on September 19, 2024, in Russian captivity.
Since the beginning of the day, the enemy has launched 74 attacks, actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Huliaipole, and Kostiantynivka directions. Shelling of border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions continues.
Today, an additional 9 MW of capacity is planned to be launched in Kyiv. This will help stabilize the electricity supply after Russian attacks.
A judge of the occupying court of Crimea has been sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property for the arrests of Ukrainian military personnel and the persecution of activists. Three judges of the Russian Federation's Appellate Military Court have been notified of suspicion for upholding an illegal verdict against a Ukrainian prisoner of war.
Psychiatrist Yevhen Skrypnyk reveals the truth about antidepressants, dispelling myths about addiction and side effects. These medications are effective for many disorders, not just depression, and are not addictive.
Defence City has officially launched in Ukraine, offering tax benefits and simplified procedures for defense enterprises. The first resident is a drone manufacturer, but experts point to risks and the need to refine the regime.
International commissions are increasingly recognizing candidates from NABU and SAP as dishonest, but they continue to work. The internal control units of anti-corruption bodies do not react to these facts.
Russia continues targeted strikes on civilian railway infrastructure, focusing on Chernihiv and Sumy regions. Specifically, in Konotop, a UAV hit a locomotive, near Tereshchenska the track was damaged, and at Snovsk station a diesel train was hit.
The village of Ternuvate in the Zaporizhzhia direction remains under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, reported that fighting continues.
Since the beginning of the full-scale war against Ukraine, Russian governors have increased spending on their own security to over 100 million rubles. This is due to internal destabilization in Russia caused by the return of military personnel from the front.
The CEO of JSC "Segezha Ukraine" from Prykarpattia is accused of illegally transferring state property and selling products at an understated price, which caused 46 million UAH in damages to the state. She is also charged with organizing the illegal transfer of her son to Romania for 18 thousand dollars.
As a result of the Russian attack on Dnipro, a fire broke out, no one was injured. The consequences are being clarified.
During the day, the enemy shelled the company's production assets in Poltava and Sumy regions, causing serious damage to equipment. This is the 20th targeted attack on Naftogaz Group facilities since the beginning of the year.
UAF President Andriy Shevchenko announced that the FIFA Council is not considering the return of Russians to football competitions. This has been confirmed after communication with FIFA representatives at various levels.