Luhansk

Russian troops resumed air strikes along the entire front line in Luhansk region after a lull due to weather conditions. The occupiers are also demanding that local residents register their weapons by 2026 and are trying to manipulate the vote in the March elections.

The Ukrainian military shot down a Russian Su-34 fighter jet in Luhansk region on January 29, according to General Staff spokesman Andriy Kovalev. This happened the same night that Ukrainian defense forces destroyed 15 of 35 Shahid drones launched by Russian forces.

More than 70 combat clashes took place at the front during the past day. Meanwhile, Russia hit 10 missiles strikes on civilian infrastructure objects.

On February 2, Ukrposhta will celebrate its 30th birthday. In honor of this event, the company will issue a new stamp dedicated to the exploits of postal workers during the war.

Makiivka and Nevske in Luhansk region were shelled by Russian artillery, the head of the Luhansk regional military administration said.

Ukrainian air defenses shot down a Russian X-59 cruise missile over the Dnipro region on January 28. Later that evening, Russia launched ballistic missiles and attack drones, four of which were intercepted by Ukraine.

Advisor to Mariupol Mayor reports new symbols on enemy trucks with military supplies heading to Berdiansk.

Vadym Skibitsky of the Ukrainian GUR said that the main fears of Russians are regime change in Moscow and the collapse of the country against the backdrop of a police state. According to unofficial data, only 40% support the Kremlin's actions.

The National Resistance Center reports on the critical situation with heat and electricity supply in the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk, with most residents left without these vital services. Almost all boiler houses are out of commission, and no repairs are being carried out on the infrastructure.

Kyrylo Kernes, the son of former Kharkiv mayor Hennadiy Kernes, reportedly meets regularly in Vienna with Yevhen Muraiev, leader of the banned pro-Russian Nashi party. Muraiev is charged with treason and faces up to 15 years in prison.

The occupiers are intensifying the search for the Ukrainian underground in Luhansk, planning to increase the number of surveillance cameras, focusing on strategic facilities and schools.

The survey showed that tax audits and unjustified fines are the main complaints among individual entrepreneurs in Ukraine.

Russian troops in Melitopol detained three minors for alleged sabotage. The propagandists claim that they organized the attacks and tracked down collaborators.

A 12-year-old girl from the Luhansk region died while undergoing "rehabilitation" in a Russian prison. More than 100 schoolchildren from Luhansk region were hospitalized.

Intelligence confirms validity of HQCJ head's Russian passport.

Ukrainian troops repelled numerous enemy attacks in various directions, holding their positions firmly, despite the enemy's attempts to encircle key population centers such as Avdiivka. Ukraine's Armed Forces also successfully conducted counter-battery fire and airstrikes against enemy concentrations.

Since the beginning of the epidemic season, 1. 5 million Ukrainians have contracted SARS, which is 35.7% more than last year; two people died of the flu, both of whom were not vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19.

A poll by Sociopolis shows that Ukrainian entrepreneurs have a positive attitude toward President Zelensky, but a significantly negative attitude toward MP Danylo Hetmantsev. Entrepreneurs reported that problems such as tax audits and bureaucracy are the most common obstacles.

A poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology found that 72% of Ukrainians would react negatively to the resignation of Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, and only 2% would be positive. The survey was conducted on December 4-10, 2023 among 1200 adult residents of Ukraine.

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has documented new crimes by the head of the Russian Central Election Commission Pamfilova and her subordinates.

Ukraine's defense forces are expanding their positions in Kherson and have repelled numerous enemy attacks in various regions, despite Russia's continued missile and air strikes on both military and civilian targets, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure.

Russian troops shell Nevske village in Luhansk region, destroying agricultural infrastructure.

Russian occupiers are recruiting "cadets" from a fake training complex in Luhansk region, hoping to create a loyal fighting force. The Kremlin's efforts include "patriotic talks" and sending the best recruits to Moscow for further training.

In Ukraine, from January to October 2023, law enforcement officers registered 208 criminal proceedings on the illegal use of humanitarian aid for profit, and 50 suspects were served with a notice of suspicion.

The General Staff reports that missile troops destroyed 2 remote mining areas and 1 enemy artillery unit.

"The LPR announced a second attempt to combat high prices amid reports of looting by Russian contractors in Rubizhne, as heavy fighting continues in the region with significant enemy losses.

The General Staff of Ukraine reports that the ongoing russian aggression has resulted in 54 battles, missile and air strikes, and civilian casualties; Ukrainian troops have repelled numerous enemy attacks and continue to hold defensive positions.

Ukrainian troops repelled more than 60 enemy attacks in various directions, held their positions and inflicted losses in equipment and manpower on Russian-terrorist forces. The General Staff reported successful strikes on two enemy directions, which led to the disorganization of their forces and means.

As of November 25, 2023, 1750 cultural facilities were damaged in Ukraine, with clubs, libraries and art institutions suffering the most, especially in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions.

Explosions occurred in two districts of the temporarily occupied Crimea, locals report 4-5 explosions.