Kyiv
The XIII International Book Arsenal Festival will take place in Kyiv from May 29 to June 1. The event will take place on the ground floor of the Old Arsenal with seven stages and six thematic areas.
The Kyiv City Council has denied rumors about the construction of a “Courtyard with Crows” at 9 Reitarska Street. The site was leased for 10 years exclusively for tourist infrastructure and catering facilities.
The Pechersk District Court has chosen a preventive measure for MP Kostiantyn Bondariev in the form of a personal commitment. He is suspected of organizing the smuggling of his acquaintances across the border under the guise of drivers.
Law enforcement officers liquidated a criminal organization that produced amphetamine in 18 drug laboratories and legalized the funds through front men. During the searches, the law enforcement seized drugs, currency and luxury cars.
On the night of February 5, Russia attacked Ukraine with 2 Iskander-M missiles and 104 drones. The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 57 attack UAVs, and another 42 imitator drones were lost.
On February 5, Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with clearings and light snow in some places. Temperatures will be down to -6° at night, up to +3° during the day, with some icy conditions on the roads.
Monthly conscription to the Russian army does not cover the losses of the military at the front. Members of the State Duma justify the refusal to mobilize again, despite staffing problems.
On the night of February 5, air defense forces were activated on the left bank of Kyiv during an air raid alert. Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged residents to take shelter.
In Georgia, a 57-year-old man was sentenced to 475 years in prison for organizing dogfights and animal cruelty. Police found 107 dogs in terrible conditions after an Amazon courier reported them.
The President announced that the shadow schemes of oligarchs and officials would be stopped after the change of leadership of the Tax Service. The NSDC also decided on new sanctions packages.
More than 1,000 damaged and abandoned vehicles are being evacuated from the streets of Kyiv to special sites. Owners will be able to return their vehicles upon request.
The President of Ukraine announced that the working dates of the visit of Keith Kellogg's team had been agreed upon. The American delegation plans to arrive in Kyiv after February 11.
A modern educational space with a computer lab, library and meeting area was opened in Myrne village. The project was implemented thanks to the cooperation of MHP, Starynska Poultry Farm and MHP-Community.
The rate of blocking tax invoices in Ukraine decreased to 0. 5%, and 5.7 thousand companies were excluded from the risky category. The State Tax Service is setting up advisory centers to help businesses with tax invoice blocking issues.
A 28-year-old blogger with tens of thousands of followers was streaming in a police uniform and using foul language. Law enforcement officers detained the offender and drew up a report of administrative violation for illegal use of signs of police affiliation.
In the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv, a woman dressed in a military uniform blocked the exit from a distribution center and ran over a police officer. The offender was detained and faces up to 5 years in prison.
In the city of Erebro, a shooting took place near the Risbergska school, injuring five people. The police are conducting a special operation, all schools in the city are closed, and students are locked indoors.
In Bohuslav, a 36-year-old woman and a 67-year-old man gave birth to a child at home and then left the baby in a bag near a private house. Police identified the parents and notified them of suspicion, the child is safe.
Ryanair plans to open 24 routes to Kyiv and Lviv within 4-6 weeks after the cessation of hostilities. The company's CEO hopes for a quick end to the war with the help of Donald Trump.
Energy Minister Halushchenko said that equipment at ZNPP had degraded during the occupation.
Rafael Grossi announced talks with the Trump team in Washington and other places to discuss global issues. The IAEA chief will also visit Moscow this week to maintain channels of communication.
In Kyiv, two girls aged 11 and 15 beat their 14-year-old friend at a sports ground. The prosecutor's office filed a petition with the court to apply compulsory educational measures.
Rafael Grossi visited Kyivska substation to assess nuclear safety and possible risks. IAEA representatives are assessing the impact of attacks on the power grid and working to prevent nuclear incidents.
In Ukraine, temperatures are expected to drop to -5°C at night and from -2°C to +2°C during the day. Snow is forecast in Sumy, Poltava, Kharkiv, and in some places in the west, and an anticyclone will arrive on February 7.
The Brovary shelters are equipped with a system that automatically opens during an alarm and closes 15 minutes after the alarm is over. Local authorities are working to improve the accessibility of shelters for people with limited mobility.
As a result of a nighttime Russian attack in Kyiv's Pechersk district, one window of a primary health care center was damaged. The drone fragments fell on several floors of the 18-story unfinished building, no one was injured.
In the Pechersk district of Kyiv, the wreckage of a UAV was found on several floors of an 18-story unfinished building. According to Klitschko, there was no damage or injuries, and there was no fire.
It's cloudy in Ukraine today, with temperatures ranging from -1°C to +3°C, with snow possible in some places. In Kyiv, 108 units of special equipment and more than 3,500 utility workers are working to remove snow.
Enemy drones have been spotted in the skies over Kyiv, and air defense is in place. One of the UAVs was spotted in Vasylkivskyi district, it is constantly changing course.
An air alert has been declared in the capital of Ukraine, as reported by KCSA. The Air Force has warned of threats in the region, and all citizens are urged to take shelter immediately.