Over 1. 2 million consumers in Kyiv and Chernihiv are without electricity after the night attack. Water supply in the capital is planned to be restored during the day.
Ukraine has ordered 18 IRIS-T air defense systems from the German manufacturer Diehl Defence. Currently, nine such systems are in operation in Ukraine.
Emergency power outages have been introduced in several regions of Ukraine after a massive Russian attack on energy infrastructure. Energy workers are working to restore stable electricity supply.
On the night of January 24, Russia launched a combined attack on Ukraine, firing 21 missiles and 375 drones. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 15 missiles and 357 drones; information on 4 missiles is being clarified.
President Zelenskyy reacted to another Russian attack with over 370 drones and 21 missiles. He emphasized that there can be no delay in air defense supplies.
On the 1431st day of the war, the General Staff recorded 136 combat engagements and massive shelling of civilian targets. The occupiers focused their efforts on the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions, using aviation and thousands of kamikaze drones.
European military analysts report that Ukraine will likely have to agree to a "dictated peace" because the situation in the war with Russia is extremely difficult.
Russians attacked Kyiv and Kharkiv with missiles, drones, and ballistic missiles. As a result of the strikes, there are injured and seriously wounded. The enemy targeted energy infrastructure.
A Taiwanese expert called on Ukraine to apologize for helping China build up its military power. This was in response to Zelenskyy's criticism of the supply of Taiwanese microchips to the Russian Federation.
Defense Express analysts have discovered fragments of 48N6E2 export-oriented missiles that Russia is using to shell Ukraine. This indicates the depletion of its own stockpiles and threatens the contract with India for the supply of S-400s.
Nordic and Baltic countries condemned Russian energy terror against Ukraine, demanding an end to strikes on critical infrastructure. They emphasized that the destruction of the energy system violates international law and bears the hallmarks of war crimes.
The US constantly monitors the energy situation in Ukraine, takes into account urgent needs, and continues to provide humanitarian assistance. Projects to support the restoration of energy infrastructure are also ongoing.
On January 23, Ukrainian defenders held back the occupiers' offensive, repelling 119 combat engagements. On the Pokrovsk direction, 109 occupiers and a significant amount of equipment were destroyed.
A trilateral meeting between Ukraine, the USA, and Russia took place in Abu Dhabi. According to Umerov, the parameters for ending the war and the further logic of the negotiation process were discussed.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi sharply criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after his speech in Davos. Official Kyiv responded that being offended by the Ukrainian leader's words is like being offended by a mirror.
A productive trilateral meeting between the US, Ukraine, and Russia took place in Abu Dhabi. Negotiations will continue the next day.
Ukraine is introducing one-time financial aid and a 0% loan for small and medium-sized businesses. This will help enterprises operate in emergency energy conditions.
President Zelenskyy announced 35,000 Russian losses in December and discussed the front-line situation with the Minister of Defense. Personnel issues in the Air Force and accelerating Patriot missile deliveries were also addressed.
Mykhailo Fedorov met with Julie Davis, discussing cooperation in air defense and drones. The Minister of Defense thanked the US for its support and emphasized the importance of the PURL and JUMPSTART initiatives.
President Zelenskyy stated that it is too early to draw conclusions regarding the negotiations in the Emirates, as results are expected tomorrow. Ukrainian, American, and Russian delegations held a meeting, discussing the parameters for ending the war.
A meeting of Ukrainian, American, and Russian delegations on the parameters of ending the war took place in the Emirates. President Zelenskyy expects a response from Russia and emphasized clear Ukrainian positions.
British band Arctic Monkeys released the song "Opening Night" for the album HELP(2). All proceeds from the release will go to support children affected by military conflicts.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with Apostolic Nuncio Visvaldas Kulbokas. They discussed the transfer of St. Nicholas Church to the Catholic community and the return of Ukrainian children deported by Russia.
The Commander of NATO's Allied Joint Force Command in Europe, General Alexus Hrynkevych, is in the UAE. A trilateral meeting of Russia, Ukraine, and the USA is taking place there.
Educational ombudswoman Nadiia Leshchyk reports violations of labor rights of teachers who are forced to be on duty in shelters and invincibility points. The management of educational institutions also refuses to declare remote work, forcing teachers to work in cold premises.
The Ukrainian national futsal team will play against Lithuania on January 25 at 17:00 at the Žalgiris Arena in Kaunas. The Euro 2026 match will be broadcast on MEGOGO.
The Central Election Commission recognized Serhiy Karabuta, the next candidate in line, included in the election list of the political party "Servant of the People" under No. 156, as an elected People's Deputy of Ukraine in the said elections.
The Ukrainian Association of Football has appealed to UEFA regarding an incident involving naturalized Russian Denis Nevyedrov. He shouted insults at Ukraine after a futsal match at the Euro 2026 Championship.
As of 6:00 PM on January 23, 1,200 high-rise buildings in Kyiv remain without heating. These are buildings that are being reconnected after the enemy attacks on January 9 and 20.
The trilateral working group of Ukraine, the USA, and the Russian Federation will hold the first rounds of meetings in a closed format in Abu Dhabi. President Zelenskyy held consultations with Ukrainian negotiators before the start of the talks.
