As a result of a massive missile and drone attack by the enemy, energy facilities in a number of regions were damaged. Due to bad weather, 68 settlements in three regions were de-energized.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the allies' goal is to ensure lasting peace in Ukraine with real security guarantees. The US, Europe, and Canada are ready to provide Ukraine with security assurances and guarantees.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Ukraine remains at the center of the Alliance's security policy. Support for the Armed Forces continues daily, despite Russia's attempts to destroy the country.
Serhiy Karabuta, elected as a People's Deputy from "Servant of the People," took the oath in the Verkhovna Rada. He officially began his work as a parliamentarian.
The National Preserve "Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra" is temporarily closed to visitors due to deteriorating weather and a critical drop in temperature. This decision was made to protect cultural heritage sites, as well as the health of visitors and staff.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte arrived in Kyiv on Tuesday morning. He will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Today's massive Russian strike on Ukraine is a typical reaction to peace initiatives, said Fedir Venislavskyi. Russia is trying to impose unacceptable conditions, particularly regarding the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas.
On February 3, a Russian strike cut off power to more than 12,000 consumers in the Khortytskyi district of Zaporizhzhia. Energy workers are working to restore electricity supply.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has approved a new structure for Ukraine's defense plan. The Cabinet of Ministers has been instructed to develop a defense plan with the participation of the SBU, Foreign Intelligence Service, and the NBU.
Ukraine has agreed on a multi-level plan to ensure a ceasefire with Russia, which provides for a response within 24 hours to violations. In the event of continued hostilities, a coalition of the willing will be engaged, and in the event of a large-scale attack, a coordinated military response with US support.
Israeli Ambassador Michael Brodsky announced that Ukraine has officially informed Israel about the recognition of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar called this decision an important diplomatic and moral step.
The UN Security Council will hold a special meeting on February 24, 2026, to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Great Britain will increase pressure on Russia and accelerate support for Ukraine.
Russia launched a combined attack on Ukraine with 71 missiles and 450 drones. 38 missiles, including all 4 'Zircon' type missiles, and 412 drones were neutralized.
Russian troops damaged the Hall of Fame of the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in World War II. This is a monument of science and technology of local significance, noted Minister of Culture Tetiana Berezhna.
Russia launched a targeted strike on Ukraine's energy facilities, using over 70 missiles and 450 attack drones. The attack affected Sumy, Kharkiv, Kyiv, Dnipro, Odesa, and Vinnytsia regions, injuring nine people.
Over the past day, 167 combat engagements took place at the front. The occupiers launched 86 air strikes, dropping 219 guided aerial bombs and using 7737 kamikaze drones.
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on apartment buildings, CHPPs, and TPPs in 8 regions of Ukraine. Hundreds of thousands of families were left without heat during 25-degree frosts.
Since January, a single electronic address for appeals to the military ombudsman has been operating in Ukraine. Servicemen and their families can submit complaints by email or through the website.
The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces scrambled military aircraft on the night of February 3. This was a response to a large-scale combined attack by Russian strategic aviation on targets in Ukraine.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on the losses of Russian occupation forces as of the morning of February 3. Within a day, the Defense Forces eliminated 760 occupiers and 53 artillery systems.
Global oil prices stabilized after a fall caused by the US-India trade deal. India will stop buying Russian oil, increasing imports from the US and Venezuela.
Russian developers have presented a patent for a drone protection structure that copies the Ukrainian "hood" but has a drawback. The mount blocks the turret's rotation, which reduces the vehicle's maneuverability.
The company "Ukrspecconsulting" has expanded the list of foreign components for PS-04 devices, which helps avoid supply delays. This ensures stable production and independence from component shortages on the global market.
Turkey seeks to organize direct talks between the US and Iran in Ankara or Istanbul. The goal is to prevent a US military strike on Iran over the suppression of protests.
On the night of February 3, Russian troops launched a targeted attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, including substations near Kyiv. The occupiers used "Zircon", "Iskander-M" and "Kh-32" missiles, as well as "Shahed" attack drones.
On the night of February 3, 2026, Russia carried out a combined missile and drone attack on Kyiv. Residential buildings and an educational institution in the Dnieper district were damaged, as well as an outbuilding in the Desnyansky district.
Sweden is preparing one of the largest military aid packages for Ukraine, which includes Gripen fighters with Meteor missiles and advanced radar systems. This will strengthen Ukraine's air defense and allow it to destroy enemy aircraft at long distances.
Russia has warned that foreign military contingents in Ukraine would become "legitimate targets" for the Russian army. Moscow views the arrival of foreign troops as direct entry into the war.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that there will be certain results regarding the exchange of prisoners of war in the near future. This work has been ongoing since 2022.
FIFA does not plan to reinstate Russia in competitions, despite President Gianni Infantino's statements about the need to lift the ban. Such a move would face strong opposition from a number of European countries.
