War in Ukraine
Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with the people of Ukraine due to the shelling of energy infrastructure. He called for an end to the war and increased efforts to achieve peace.
Two tent camps have been set up in the capital's Troieshchyna district due to the lack of heating and electricity after the shelling. Each tent can accommodate up to 40 people, where they can warm up and charge their devices.
On January 25, 129 combat engagements were recorded on the front. The enemy carried out 61 airstrikes, used 4983 kamikaze drones, and conducted 2782 shelling attacks.
In the village of Dmytrivka, Mykolaiv region, four children were injured by an FPV drone. All were hospitalized in Mykolaiv, their condition is mild.
Four residents of Sumy region, including two children aged 8 and 11, were injured in enemy attacks. They were hospitalized for examination; their injuries are not severe.
This week has been one of the most difficult for the Ukrainian energy sector since the 2022 blackout, following two combined attacks on January 20 and 23. The government is introducing bonuses for repair crews, expanding the network of "Invincibility Points," and providing support to businesses.
In Dnipro, an enemy drone hit a residential high-rise building. Patrol officers evacuated residents, there were no casualties.
President Zelenskyy thanked Lithuanian volunteers and the Minister of Health for their assistance to Ukraine. The volunteers have raised 100 million euros in aid and plan to deliver 200 generators.
Kyiv continues to experience a significant power deficit, with over 800,000 subscribers remaining without electricity. To restore heat and power supply, two cogeneration units have arrived in the capital, with two more expected.
Ukrzaliznytsia opened the first 'invincibility' point in Chełm, Poland, which was visited by over a hundred passengers on its first day. The heated carriages are equipped with a play area for children, feeding and changing facilities, device charging stations, and hot tea.
After the attack on Kyiv's infrastructure on January 24, 1330 buildings remain without heating. Utility workers and energy specialists are working to restore heat supply.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will not cede its territories, and a 20-point plan and problematic issues were discussed at the meeting in the UAE. Diplomats and military personnel from three sides participated in the negotiations.
On January 26, hourly electricity outage schedules will be applied throughout Ukraine. This is due to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko reported that the situation in Kyiv remains extremely difficult, with State Emergency Service units working at maximum capacity. Over 90 heating points and additional tents have been deployed in the capital to help people.
Ukraine views bilateral security guarantees with the US as a key element of national security. The document is 100% ready and awaits the determination of the date and place of signing.
The State Emergency Service refutes information about the alleged creation of overnight shelters with beds in Kyiv. Beds in "Invincibility Points" are intended for people who need help in case of an emergency or for medical reasons.
In 2026, Ukraine ranked 20th in the global military power rating among 145 countries, according to Global Firepower. The rating takes into account over 60 indicators, including army size and economic potential.
Servicemen and veterans of the Third Army Corps have organized mobile 'points of invincibility' in Kyiv. They offer hot drinks, food, and the opportunity to charge phones to residents of areas experiencing power outages.
Since the beginning of the day, 66 combat engagements have been recorded on the front. The enemy is actively advancing in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions, carrying out shelling and air strikes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia's wars, including the war against Ukraine, are a consequence of the indifference of leading world states. He emphasized that history punishes those who stand aside.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is using Belarus as a testing ground to blackmail Europe and the world. Russian "Shahed" operators are targeting Ukraine, including from Belarusian territory.
In the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv, an enemy drone hit a residential building, damaging windows. An 80-year-old woman was injured and is receiving medical assistance.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Lukashenka's white spitz has been granted more rights than the people of Belarus. He also emphasized that Belarus's dependence on Moscow has become more dangerous for everyone.
In Kyiv, 31-year-old rescuer-climber Oleksandr Pytaichuk died at an energy facility after falling from a height of 20 meters. He was eliminating the consequences of an enemy strike on January 23.
Ukrainian blogger and military radio technology specialist Serhiy (Flash) Beskrestnov has been appointed advisor to the Minister of Defense on technological directions.
The SBU celebrates the Day of the Cybersecurity Department, emphasizing the importance of the digital front. Cyber units protect state systems, counter Russian special services, and eliminate agent networks.
France has supplied Ukraine with Rodeur drones, capable of performing reconnaissance and "kamikaze" missions. Some of these drones have already been delivered, boasting a range of up to 500 km and up to five hours of flight time.
President Zelenskyy met with Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda. They discussed support for the Ukrainian energy system and military cooperation.
Russian troops shelled settlements in Donetsk Oblast nine times, resulting in injuries and damage to homes. In Sloviansk, 2 people were injured, and an apartment building and 2 cars were damaged.
Russians have used dangerous chemical substances over 9,000 times in Ukraine. A protracted war could push the Kremlin to use more dangerous weapons.