The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has provided a detailed explanation of the structure of monetary allowances for military personnel, which includes basic, additional, and combat payments. One-time and social payments are also provided to support personnel.
The joint work will focus on the development of basketball, new content initiatives, and strengthening communication around the teams.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the new Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov. Three key priorities were identified: air defense, strengthening the technological component, and resolving issues with the Territorial Recruitment Centers (TCCs).
NAC "Naftogaz of Ukraine" denied information about the introduction of gas supply restriction schedules in Khmelnytskyi region. The company stated that there are no restrictions and none are planned.
European governments are pressuring the EU to appoint a negotiator to represent their interests regarding Ukraine. They fear that the US will make a deal with Russia behind their backs.
On January 12, Kyiv buried 20-year-old scout of the 3rd Assault Brigade Kyrylo Rudenko, call sign Kozyr, who died on December 11, 2025, in Donetsk region. He returned from the USA to Ukraine to defend the country.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko convened the TEB and NS commission due to the difficult situation in the capital. About 400 multi-story buildings remain without heating, and power supply is carried out according to emergency schedules.
The European Commission has approved a legislative package for financial support to Ukraine for 2026-2027 totaling €90 billion. This support includes military aid and general budgetary support, as well as the possibility of using Russian assets.
The head of the accounting group of a combat brigade in the Zaporizhzhia direction has been served with a notice of suspicion of fraud. He appropriated UAH 9.72 million by changing the details of servicemen's salary cards to his own accounts.
On January 14, Russians shelled Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, damaging a private house and injuring a 54-year-old woman. The city has been reduced to ruins due to constant shelling.
Bucha district in Kyiv region has restored stable electricity supply, canceling emergency shutdowns. At the same time, emergency shutdowns are still in effect in Boryspil and Brovary districts.
Political scientist Taras Zahorodnii considers NABU's actions against Yulia Tymoshenko to be political persecution aimed at parliament and the state. He links this to criticism of anti-corruption bodies and the work of parliamentary commissions.
Kyivstar with its subscribers and the Come Back Alive Foundation continue to raise funds for military communication within the framework of the project "We Live Here: Mission 077. "
The government has a real mechanism to seize $300 billion of Russian assets, but ignores it, - Kulyk.
In Sumy region, a Russian drone attacked a civilian police evacuation vehicle "White Angel" that was evacuating people from the border area of Shostka district. Police officers sustained minor injuries, and the evacuated people were not harmed thanks to the vehicle's armor.
Emergency power outages continue in Kyiv: 3 hours with light, up to 10 without. The power system is operating under emergency conditions, and the duration of outages may change.
On January 14, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine extended the period of general mobilization for another 90 days – until May 3, 2026. 312 people's deputies voted "for" this decision.
Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov announced significant financial and personnel challenges affecting the planning of payments to military personnel. Decisions on increasing payments will be made after analyzing the available capital.
The Verkhovna Rada voted to extend martial law in Ukraine until May 4, 2026. 333 people's deputies voted for this decision.
The Cabinet of Ministers has instructed the Ministry of Health and the State Service of Ukraine for Food Safety and Consumer Protection to control drug prices. Fines are provided for markup violations, and reports will be submitted weekly.
Ihor Terekhov, head of the Association of Frontline Cities and Communities, stated that the introduction of VAT for sole proprietors threatens the closure of up to 25% of small businesses.
Russia continued its attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure overnight, targeting Dnipropetrovsk, Zhytomyr, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Kherson regions. President Zelenskyy stated that the first priority is strengthening air defense, primarily with missiles for the systems.
Authorities have announced the mandatory evacuation of children from five settlements in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The decision concerns 40 children from 26 families, who will be accommodated in Cherkasy Oblast.
This refers to fifty foreign machine tools that are operating for the Russian military-industrial complex. Among them are equipment of Czech, American, and Chinese production, which is used for manufacturing weapons.
Kryvyi Rih was once again attacked by UAVs, which led to emergency power and heat outages for tens of thousands of subscribers. The consequences of the night strikes have been eliminated, and the situation has been stabilized.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, envoys of Donald Trump, plan to visit Moscow to meet with Vladimir Putin. The purpose of the visit is to promote a peace agreement to end the war in Ukraine.
In Kyiv, at a hostel on Zhylianska Street, a man threw a grenade at another after they had been drinking together. Police detained the 27-year-old suspect, who faces up to 15 years in prison.
The most difficult situation in energy after Russian attacks remains in the capital region. In Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast, outage schedules are not in effect, and there are also restrictions in Odesa and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts.
Ukraine marks the third anniversary of the Russian missile strike on an apartment building in Dnipro, which killed over 40 people. The enemy X-22 missile destroyed two sections of the building, taking the lives of a distinguished boxing coach of Ukraine and children.
In Mariupol, a shootout occurred between Kadyrovites and Russian soldiers near a club. One Russian soldier was killed, and a 'Akhmat' fighter was seriously wounded.
