President Zelenskyy has instructed the government to review curfew regulations due to extremely cold weather. In Kyiv, the number of Invincibility Points will be increased, and existing ones will be checked.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the introduction of a state of emergency in Ukraine's energy sector. A headquarters has been established in Kyiv, and the First Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Energy has been appointed as the head of operations.
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).
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.
Kyiv's G7 allies will meet with Donald Trump in Davos. They seek his personal support for security guarantees for Ukraine after a ceasefire.
Trump will participate in the World Economic Forum in Davos with a record delegation. It will include five cabinet secretaries and a number of high-ranking officials.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed air defense, providing troops with air defense missiles, and expanding the production of interceptors. Funding and contracts have been settled, but there is dissatisfaction with the pace of filling the PURL program.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with US congressmen Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal. Russian strikes, the need for air defense, and additional pressure on Russia were discussed.
President Zelenskyy heard Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi's report, noting that the front is the most difficult. He emphasized that Russian losses should not decrease, and defense on the front is a strength in diplomacy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Finnish President Alexander Stubb. The leaders discussed the diplomatic situation, the consequences of Russian strikes, and Ukraine's defense and recovery potential.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Yaroslav Merezhko as Deputy Head of the Security Service of Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the First Deputy Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, Oleh Luhovskyi. They discussed the fight against Russia's "shadow" fleet and the non-public approaches of partners to communication with the Russian Federation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has submitted the candidacy of Mykhailo Fedorov for the post of Minister of Defense to the Verkhovna Rada. Details regarding this proposal are currently being updated.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may meet with US President Donald Trump next week at the economic forum in Davos. Kyiv's G7 allies may also join the meeting to secure personal support for security guarantees for Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof. Intensive Russian strikes on energy infrastructure and Ukraine's need for air defense missiles were discussed.
President Zelenskyy commented on Russia's night attack on Ukraine, the main target of which was energy infrastructure. Four people died as a result of the strike on a postal terminal in Kharkiv Oblast.
The US has accused Russia of a "dangerous and inexplicable escalation" of the war in Ukraine, citing the launch of the "Oreshnik" missile. This comes amid attempts by the Trump administration to push for peace talks.
President Zelenskyy appointed Ivan Rudnytskyi as deputy head of the SBU, relieving him of his position as head of the Volyn OVA. Roman Romaniuk temporarily headed the Volyn OVA, and Taras Pastukh became the head of the Ternopil OVA.
President Zelenskyy warned about Russia's preparation for a massive attack with missiles and drones. The enemy plans to use the cold snap for maximum damage.
President Zelenskyy announced the completion of preparations for documents to be signed with representatives of Donald Trump's administration. The parties are coordinating meeting schedules, and the main documents are almost ready.
On January 13, the Verkhovna Rada will consider only personnel issues, without voting on draft laws. Committees supported Fedorov's resignation and Shmyhal's dismissal, but did not support Maliuk's dismissal.
Norway will allocate a $400 million aid package to Ukraine. According to Zelenskyy, "this is very important and will truly support our people."
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed government officials to ensure full support for the economic aspects of future agreements between Ukraine, the US, and Europe. The parameters for using funds from partners for reconstruction have also been determined.
President Zelenskyy instructed to complete the preparation of a document on security guarantees for Ukraine from the United States. He emphasized that the document should be of historical significance.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Digital Transformation supported Mykhailo Fedorov's resignation from the post of First Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation. Earlier, Zelenskyy offered Fedorov to head the Ministry of Defense.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Committee on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence supported the dismissal of Denys Shmyhal from the post of Minister of Defense of Ukraine. 8 committee members voted in favor, 6 against.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide announced Norway's readiness to provide security guarantees to Ukraine after a ceasefire. This is intended to ensure long-term peace but requires coordination with partners.
The Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence did not support President Zelenskyy's submission to dismiss Vasyl Maliuk from the post of head of the SBU. Seven MPs voted for this decision, six against, and two abstained.
US President Donald Trump stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has no cards. Instead, according to the American leader, Zelenskyy has Donald Trump.
In the Novhorod-Siverskyi district of Chernihiv region, enemy shelling damaged an energy facility. A number of settlements were left without electricity.
