Donetsk
Ukrainian troops have withdrawn from the southern part of Velyka Novosilka in Donetsk region to avoid encirclement. Defense forces are holding positions on the outskirts of the settlement, preventing further advances by the enemy.
Russian troops are planning to capture Toretsk to advance to Kostiantynivka. To intensify the offensive, the occupiers are redeploying units of the Eastern Military District to the Toretsk direction.
In the occupied Luhansk region, almost 12,000 foreigners were registered for migration in 2024. Russia is conducting ethnic replacement due to the refusal of locals to cooperate with the occupation authorities.
Russian troops control 89% of Velyka Novosilka. ISW believes that further redeployment of Russian troops from this area will indicate the priority areas of the offensive in the spring and summer of 2025.
There were 153 combat engagements on the frontline, 70 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. Russians conducted 31 air strikes and shelled Ukrainian positions and localities almost 4,000 times.
Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi became the head of the Khortytsia operational and strategic grouping of troops, retaining his position as commander of the Land Forces. Major General Andriy Hnatov was also appointed Deputy Chief of the General Staff.
A woman was killed in Pokrovsk, and four people aged 48 to 70 were wounded in Kostyantynivka. Russian troops continue to attack the region with various types of weapons, and numerous buildings were damaged.
Ukraine can supply coal to Moldova to provide electricity, Zelenskiy says after meeting with Sandu. Ukraine is ready to provide coal at a low price or for free in exchange for electricity.
Cloudy weather remains in Ukraine with high temperatures for January ranging from +1°C to +11°C. It will be warmest in the Crimea, without significant precipitation throughout the territory.
In Donetsk region, the forced evacuation of families with children from Komar and Kryvyi Rih communities has begun. There are still 110 children in these settlements who need to be evacuated due to the intensified shelling.
Medvedev visits Bryansk chemical plant to check on production after Ukrainian strikes. Kremlin reinforces air defense in border regions due to deteriorating economic situation and threat of new attacks.
According to the DeepState OSINT project, Russian troops advanced in the area of Velyka Novosilka, Dachne, Udachne and other settlements. An updated map of the fighting showed changes as of 03:10.
“Ukrzaliznytsia has announced a contest for the best answer to the question about the lack of railroad connections with Crimea, Donetsk and Belarus. The company plans to use the best answer for official communication.
A woman was killed and a man was wounded as a result of a Russian artillery strike on Kostyantynivka. 22 residential buildings, 2 administrative buildings and infrastructure facilities were damaged.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has appealed to the international community regarding the war crime of the Russian Federation - the shooting of six Ukrainian prisoners of war. Information about the crime has already been shared with partners and key international organizations.
Fighting continues in Chasovyi Yar, with Russians using the canal pipes to attack, but failing to capture the city.
One person was killed and three wounded as a result of Russian strikes on Kostyantynivka and Kramatorsk. At least 16 private houses and 2 cars were damaged.
In Donetsk region, the occupiers captured and shot six Ukrainian soldiers. The Office of the Prosecutor General has launched a war crime investigation into the violation of the Geneva Convention.
Russian troops occupied Novovasylivka in the Donetsk region on the night of January 23. The enemy also advanced near Velyka Novosilka, Chasovyi Yar and other settlements in the region.
A 58-year-old man died and 7 people were wounded as a result of an artillery strike and 9 air strikes on Kostyantynivka. Residential buildings, infrastructure and cars were damaged.
Russian troops conducted 3,829 attacks along the contact line in Donetsk region, including 33 aerial bombardments. The attacks killed 1 person, wounded 3, and damaged critical infrastructure.
Two people were wounded in Kostyantynivka as a result of Russian shelling, 5 private houses and infrastructure were damaged. Over the past day, 1 person died and 3 were wounded in hostile attacks in Donetsk region.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully pushed back the enemy near Shevchenko and Udachne. At the same time, Russian troops were able to advance near Velyka Novosilka, Vozdvyzhenka, Slovianka, and Sribne.
The Russian occupation authorities have increased the cost of intercity transportation in Donetsk from January 1, 2025. The fare to Luhansk has risen from 585 to 955 rubles, while the condition of the railroad remains catastrophic.
Russian troops advanced in several localities in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. Over the past day, 151 combat engagements took place, the enemy launched 46 air and 3 missile strikes.
The President of Ukraine honored the heroism of the defenders of the Donetsk airport, who held the line for 242 days in impossible conditions. Zelenskyy emphasized that their feat reminds us of the price of fighting for freedom.
Ukraine honors the defenders of Donetsk airport who heroically defended the facility in 2014-2015. About 100 soldiers died during the defense, and the battle lasted 242 days.
Due to significant losses of armored vehicles and problems with fuel supplies, the Russians switch to an infantry offensive. The occupiers are moving troops to Pokrovsk to form a new strike group.
On January 19, mild winter weather is expected in Ukraine with an average temperature of +3. ..+5°C. The warmest temperatures will be in the south and west, with sleet possible in the east.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has drafted a bill to simplify communication with pre-trial investigation bodies in cases of missing persons. Applications can be filed at the applicant's place of residence, rather than at the place of disappearance.