Ukraine

In the temporarily occupied territories of eastern Ukraine, Russian occupation forces are shelling the settlements under their control on a daily basis, worsening the already poor security situation, shortages of goods and services, and rising tensions.

This winter, the Russian army has focused on attacks in the frontline areas rather than on massive attacks on Ukraine's energy sector.

Belgium proposes to use the frozen Russian assets as collateral for the issuance of debt for Ukraine's reconstruction.

The Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine noted that modern and civilized approaches to strengthening the country's defense capabilities should be established for each period of "pre-service," "during service," and "post-service.

Germany and Ukraine may sign an agreement on bilateral security guarantees during the Munich Security Conference on February 16.

A group of U. S. congressmen has submitted a bill to allocate $17.6 billion to Israel separately from funding for Ukraine.

Yermak met with the French delegation and discussed Ukraine's urgent defense needs and the security situation in the face of ongoing Russian aggression.

Soldiers of the 72nd Separate Mechanized Brigade named after the Black Zaporozhians destroyed a column of Russian armored vehicles that was on its way to storm the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near the village of Novomykhailivka, Donetsk region.

Russian air defense systems intercepted two Ukrainian drones over the Bryansk region on February 3. This was reported by the Russian Ministry of Defense.

On the day of the final of the national selection for Eurovision, the Diia app had problems logging in. Probably due to a large influx of people wishing to vote.

The mayor of Melitopol said that the Russian occupiers are preparing to implement a Soviet-era plan called "Zaporizhzhia Virgin Lands" to transport residents from Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan to settle in the occupied areas of Zaporizhzhia region in order to change the ethnic composition of the population and suppress Ukrainian resistance.

According to the General Staff, the enemy carried out 54 air strikes and used multiple launch rocket systems 33 times against our troops' positions and populated areas.

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal reported to President Zelenskyy on the restoration and protection of energy facilities after Russian strikes caused a power outage in Kryvyi Rih.

Zelensky emphasized the importance of maintaining international unity against Russia to help Ukraine defeat it and end the war that Moscow started.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented 30 certificates for apartments to 15 Heroes of Ukraine and 15 families of fallen soldiers who were posthumously awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine.

In 6 months, Ukraine exported more than 20 million tons of cargo from Odesa ports to 32 countries through the Ukrainian corridor, contributing to global food security.

Estonia has provided Ukraine with Javelin anti-tank missiles, small arms ammunition, vehicles, and diving equipment as part of a new military aid package.

The final of the National Selection of Ukraine for Eurovision 2024 will take place on February 3 at 18:00 and will be broadcast on TV, radio and digital platforms.

President Zelenskyy presented high state awards to the servicemen of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine who destroyed the Russian missile boat Ivanivets in a complex operation using naval drones.

The Ukrainian two-man crew of Natasha Khitrenko and Victoria Koval finished the season in first place in the overall standings of the 2023/24 Junior World Championships.

EU chief of diplomacy calls on allies to increase military spending to support Ukraine.

According to Ukrainian intelligence, a pilot of a Russian Tu-95 strategic bomber was shot dead in the Russian city of Engels.

Due to the surplus of electricity in Ukraine, electricity was exported to Poland, and exports to Moldova are planned for today, although attacks on energy facilities have caused interruptions in supply.

Russian airstrikes damaged a full grain storage facility in Poltava region, destroying part of the stored crop.

Source says fire at Lukoil refinery in Volgograd was "organized" by SBU drones.

Polish President Andrzej Duda's comments on whether Ukraine will return Crimea provoked a reaction from the Ukrainian ambassador.

The Russian offensive cannot last indefinitely, evaluated in the Armed Forces.

The German Bundestag approved €7. 6 billion in military aid to Ukraine in its 2024 budget, a move welcomed by President Zelenskiy, who said he appreciated Germany's consistent support.

Over the past day, Russian troops shelled 12 regions of Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties.

Vehicular traffic was banned on sections of roads in a 5-kilometer zone along the border in Sumy region to prevent civilian casualties from the fighting.