Ukraine

Cloudy weather with light sleet and rain is expected in Ukraine on January 24. Daytime temperatures will range from 0 to +11°C, with the warmest temperatures in the south.

EU gas stocks have fallen to 58. 5% compared to 74% last year.

Over the last day, 125 combat engagements took place, 63 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 58 air strikes, making over 5,000 attacks.

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces released data on Russian troop losses as of January 24. Over the past day, 1500 occupants, 2 tanks, 11 armored personnel carriers and other military equipment were destroyed.

Residential buildings in Fastiv district and Brovary were damaged by drone attacks, causing casualties. Rescuers evacuated 150 residents, three people were killed, and one victim is in hospital.

A year ago, a Russian Il-76 allegedly carrying Ukrainian prisoners of war crashed in the Belgorod region. Russia blames Ukraine, but refuses to open an international investigation and does not provide evidence.

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.

January 24 is the Day of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, founded in 2004. The history of Ukrainian intelligence dates back to 1919, when the first foreign intelligence unit was created under the Ukrainian People's Republic.

“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.

In Bukovyna, a criminal group headed by a deputy was exposed that smuggled men to Romania bypassing the border. According to the investigation, the cost of the service was from $4000 per person.

A 15-year-old girl reported to the police a rape that occurred last spring. The suspect, a 28-year-old man, was detained and faces criminal charges.

John Ratcliffe became the new CIA director after a vote in the US Senate with a result of 74 in favor and 25 against. Democrats expressed concerns about his political impartiality.

The BES detectives uncovered a tax evasion scheme involving the sale of 62 real estate properties. The developer sold apartments and parking spaces for cash, and then terminated the contracts by registering the property at lower prices.

Ukrainian troops repelled 12 attacks by Russian troops in the Kursk region. In the Pokrovsk sector, the enemy carried out 63 offensives, eliminating 189 occupants and damaging equipment.

Polish Prime Minister Tusk supported the idea of paying the 800+ allowance only to working migrants who pay taxes. The proposal was put forward by Warsaw Mayor Trzaskowski regarding Ukrainians officially working in Poland.

In Kyiv, a group of girls beat a minor in Obolon district, and a video of the incident was posted on social media. The police identified the attackers and launched a pre-trial investigation under Article 126 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

The media regulator has updated the list of banned websites Baskino, Filmix and HD REZKA, adding 86 new domains. As of today, 27 media services have been added to the list of services of the aggressor state.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine's StratCom denied MP Bezuhla's information about excessive bonuses to the command. In 2024, the Commander-in-Chief's incentive fund amounted to UAH 19 million for 426 servicemen of various categories.

An adviser to the head of the OP said that negotiations with Russia are possible only after it realizes its economic losses. The process will take place on the basis of consensus between Europe, the United States and Ukraine.

Sam Altman announced the launch of a free version of ChatGPT o3-mini. The new model will have improved thinking capabilities, and premium users will receive an unlimited number of requests.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces denied that he had deliberately allowed the Russians to retreat from the Kharkiv region. He explained that the advance of troops had slowed down due to a lack of equipment, ammunition, and personnel exhaustion.

The President of Ukraine called on Europe to strengthen cooperation with the United States in the energy sector instead of Russia.

The Pentagon has confirmed that Trump's executive order on a 90-day pause in international support does not apply to military assistance to Ukraine. The document only affects development programs, not USAI and PDA contracts.

In occupied Crimea, the number of deserters among contract soldiers of Russian military units is growing. Military enlistment offices deceive locals into service by promising not to send them to war in Ukraine.

Local Telegram channels report about a strong explosion in the sky above Kursk. One of the most massive UAV raids in recent times has been recorded.

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi spoke about the critical battle of Moshchun during the defense of Kyiv. The Russians were planning a large-scale crossing of the Irpin River, but Ukrainian troops destroyed the crossings and forced the enemy to retreat.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, spoke about the successful offensive in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, this operation greatly motivated the military and gave hope for further offensives.

The Minister of Sports, the president of the NOC and the head of the gymnastics federation demand that Russians not be allowed to compete. Aggressor athletes openly support the war and participate in it.

Ukraine views China as a key player in influencing Russia to achieve a just peace. In 2024, Ukrainian-Chinese relations intensified, and further development of contacts at all levels is planned.

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that censorship is necessary in times of war, but not like in North Korea. According to him, it helps to keep military operations secret.