Monobank will pay 1 million hryvnias to skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych for his principled stance. The athlete withdrew from the 2026 Olympic Games due to his refusal to change his helmet depicting deceased Ukrainian athletes.
The working group of the Verkhovna Rada is preparing a basic document on the organization of the electoral process during the war. First Deputy Speaker Oleksandr Kornienko stated that it would be ready in the coming weeks.
Since the beginning of the day, 60 combat engagements have been recorded. The enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions, and shelling of the Sumy region continues.
In 2025, the number of civilian deaths in Ukraine increased by 35% compared to 2024, reaching 2,514 people. In total, 2,919 civilians died in Ukraine and Russia during the year, and another 17,775 were injured.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban urged not to send money to Ukraine, stating that "war harms business. " He also called German leader Friedrich Merz a "weak leader" without naming him.
The President's decree states that Heraskevych was honored with the award "for selfless service to the Ukrainian people, civic courage and patriotism in upholding the ideals of freedom and democratic values. "
The Command of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine commented on the integration of international units, noting that they are being transformed to enhance capabilities. Integration into effective units increases their level and provides access to resources.
The Interdepartmental Commission on Military-Technical Cooperation Policy has resumed its work, allowing Ukrainian enterprises to export controlled goods. This decision is under state control and prioritizes the needs of the Defense Forces, which will contribute to the development of the defense industry and new alliances.
Kyiv customs officers prevented the illegal export of a rare 18th-century Latin book and handed it over to the Odesa National Scientific Library. This is the second volume of Johann Georg Gmelin's work, published in 1749, which will now be available to scholars and researchers.
Nazar Zadniprovskyi explained why Halyna Bezruk chose a career in Russia instead of Ukraine. The actress believes that there are no opportunities in Ukraine for her role as a music hall singer.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov will present his vision for countering Russia to partners. He noted that Ukraine destroyed 35,000 Russians in December and 30,000 in January.
The head of the State Nuclear Regulatory Inspectorate, Oleh Korikov, stated that the situation at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is deteriorating, with four power outages recorded. Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha called on the world to stop Russia and impose sanctions against "Rosatom."
Ukrainian nuclear power plants are operating within the norms of nuclear and radiation safety. The radiation situation at the NPP sites is stable, and over 90% of capacity has been restored.
Northern European countries are concerned that the EU loan to Ukraine could lead partners to abandon bilateral support. This renews discussions about burden-sharing between Northern and Southern Europe.
SBU drones struck the Ukhta oil refinery in the Komi Republic, located 1750 km from Ukraine's border. This is a new record for strike range; after the hits, a fire and heavy smoke were reported at the plant.
Motorcycle accident fatalities have increased by 83% over the past 5 years. According to public activists, requirements for the standardization of motorcycle helmets should be clearly defined.
Tens of thousands of cars are being exported from China to Russia through 'grey market' schemes, circumventing sanctions. Some of these vehicles are manufactured in China, while others are imported from third countries.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the IOC's disqualification of Vladyslav Heraskevych due to his "helmet of memory," stating that it is not about the principles of Olympism. He emphasized that sport does not mean oblivion, and the Olympic movement should help stop wars.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the strike on the Ukhta oil refinery in the Komi Republic, located 1750 km from Ukraine. After the attack, a fire broke out in the technological section and the visbreaking unit.
President Zelenskyy accepted the US proposal to hold talks on ending the war, where the issue of territories will be discussed. International expert Stanislav Zhelikhovsky believes that Russia is not interested in a ceasefire and does not expect quick results.
Germany has nominated Bundeswehr Inspector General Carsten Breuer for the position of Chairman of the NATO Military Committee. The new chairman will take office in the summer of 2027.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry commented on the disqualification of Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych at the 2026 Winter Olympics. She noted that rules are a priority, despite the importance of messages of remembrance.
There are currently several working theories – from an outbreak of acute respiratory viral diseases in the Verkhovna Rada to food poisoning.
The aviation industry of Ukraine retains critical technological competencies and generates foreign exchange earnings. The lack of state support can lead to a loss of competitiveness.
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine announced the all-clear for the ballistic threat. Monitoring channels noted that the targets did not enter the territory of Ukraine, and Andriy Kovalenko called it an imitation launch.
Vladyslav Heraskevych, disqualified by the IOC from the 2026 Olympics, thanked Ukrainians for their support. He plans to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported a threat of ballistic missile use across Ukraine. A medium-range ballistic missile is likely to have been launched.
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych reacted harshly to his disqualification at the 2026 Olympics due to a "memory helmet" with which he honored fallen Ukrainian athletes. The athlete considers the decision selective and is considering an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
NATO is deepening its focus on the Arctic region without compromising the security of its eastern flank, possessing sufficient resources to respond to threats from all directions. This is a response to the growing military presence of Russia and China and strengthens the Alliance's overall security architecture.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a resolution that allows for faster and more effective sale of confiscated assets. Funds from the sale will be directed to the Fund for the Elimination of the Consequences of Armed Aggression.
