War in Ukraine
The European Commission spokesperson stated that contacts with Putin are possible under certain conditions, but there are currently no signals of Russia's readiness for peace. She also confirmed the absence of a common EU position on resuming interaction with the Kremlin but noted a change in the attitude of some member states.
Over 650 Ukrainian athletes and coaches have died as a result of Russian aggression, and more than 800 sports facilities have been destroyed. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on international organizations to maintain sanctions against Russia.
In the occupied Mariupol district, changes are being recorded at mass graves of civilians who died in 2022. Satellite images show the transformation of graves into ordinary burial sites and the expansion of roads in their place.
Applications for an additional payment of UAH 20,000 for emergency and recovery team workers have started on the Diia portal. Payments for January-March 2026 will be accrued by the end of this month.
President Zelenskyy met with Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, discussing Ukraine's needs for air defense missiles and additional contributions to the PURL program. Estonia is considering increasing its contributions and continues to implement humanitarian projects.
Eight leaders of the territorial headquarters of "Yunarmia" in the occupied territory of Donetsk region have been notified of suspicion. They are accused of militarizing Ukrainian children.
Former head of the State Border Guard Service, Serhiy Deyneko, suspected of smuggling, was dismissed from military service due to health reasons. The medical grounds are not disclosed, but the spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service noted that Deyneko had severe injuries.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the EU is ready for negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. However, the European Union will not open parallel communication channels.
Canada is transferring AIM missiles to Ukraine to strengthen air defense. The parties also discussed cooperation in drone production and military training.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that every fourth combat engagement is an offensive action by the Defense Forces. He also emphasized the strengthening of air defense, the development of medical forces, and the technological buildup of troops.
DTEK has increased the electricity supply to homes in Kyiv's Dniprovskyi and Darnytskyi districts, which were left without heating after the last shelling. Power will be cut off only from 8:00 to 11:00 and from 18:00 to 21:00.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has simplified the procedure for verifying Starlink terminals in the DELTA system for military personnel. Now, every DELTA user can independently enter information about the terminal, which will speed up equipment confirmation.
The European Union Court has allowed the confiscation of cars belonging to Russian citizens that were imported into the EU in violation of the sanctions regime. These vehicles are not subject to registration and may be seized.
Ukraine seeks to soften an unpopular tax bill concerning VAT for individual entrepreneurs, which the IMF demands. This is a condition for unlocking more than $8 billion under the financing program.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a selector meeting where he discussed the situation in the regions. He deemed the work of air defense in some regions unsatisfactory and instructed to immediately improve the downing of "Shaheds."
A massive Starlink failure in the occupied territories of Ukraine caused panic among Russian units. Troop command was paralyzed, leading to a "friendly fire" incident in the Zaporizhzhia direction, where a 12-person assault group was killed.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia has always violated its commitments. He emphasized that Europe must speak with one voice regarding Russia and increase the cost for the Putin regime for continuing its aggression.
The Russian "Promsvyazbank" transferred almost 5 tons of cash worth $2. 5 billion to the Central Bank of Iran. This helped Tehran maintain economic stability under US sanctions.
Russia launched 7 missiles, including two "Kinzhal" missiles, and 328 drones at Ukraine. 297 drones were shot down or suppressed, and enemy missiles did not reach their targets.
As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, a dog shelter was damaged, and communal services are transporting animals to clinics. Earlier, one person was injured in a night attack on Zaporizhzhia, and a married couple died in the Zaporizhzhia district.
Russian occupation forces struck the industrial infrastructure of Myrhorod district. Fires broke out on the territory of the industrial facility, which were extinguished with the help of the State Emergency Service and fire trains. There were no casualties.
In Myrnohrad, Donetsk Oblast, fighting continues in the northern part of the city. Russians are bringing heavy equipment and artillery into the central part, and assault groups are active on the eastern outskirts.
The GUR reported the elimination of three Kenyan mercenaries near Lyman who were working for the Russian Federation. They arrived at the war, lured by promises of earnings.
During the night, Kirovohrad region suffered a massive attack by missiles and drones. In Oleksandriia district, residential buildings and power lines were damaged, while in Kropyvnytskyi district, a warehouse building was hit.
The Vinnytsia prosecutor's office has notified a man of suspicion for shooting at TCC representatives and a police officer. The incident occurred on February 1 in Vinnytsia, and the shooter was detained on February 4.
The NOC of Ukraine revealed details of the national team's stay at the 2026 Olympic Games. All 46 Ukrainian athletes have been accredited on time and admitted to the competitions; there are no problems with logistics or injuries.
The Institute for the Study of War reports that blocking Starlink terminals for Russians will affect their attempts to strike Ukrainian logistics. SpaceX blocked the terminals at the request of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine after they were found on Russian drones.
As of the morning of February 6, 2026, shelling and bad weather have led to power outages in eight regions of Ukraine. Emergency shutdown schedules have been introduced.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has set new deadlines for exchanging expired residence permits for foreigners whose exchange period began after February 24, 2022. Foreigners have 90 days from the date the resolution comes into force to exchange their permits.
According to the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, Chinese investments in Russia since 2022 do not exceed $17. 4 billion. Chinese investors avoid investing in sectors that could fall under secondary sanctions.