Ukraine
DTEK CEO Maksym Timchenko stated that Ukraine is approaching a humanitarian catastrophe due to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. The restoration of the energy sector is estimated at 65–70 billion dollars, which will require the construction of a new energy system.
Air defense interceptors within the SBU's CSO "Alpha" protect the sky from Russian drones.
Foreign volunteers who defend Ukraine under contract are entitled to combatant status. The procedure for obtaining it is identical to that for citizens of Ukraine.
The Russian Investigative Committee has launched an investigation into the so-called "governor" of the occupied Zaporizhzhia region, Yevhen Balytskyi. This comes amid complaints from the Russian Central Election Commission.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the results of the meeting of the Ukrainian delegation with Russians and Americans in Abu Dhabi. Discussions focused on possible parameters for ending the war.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha reacted to Viktor Orban's statements about blocking Ukraine's accession to the EU. Sybiha accused Orban of fulfilling "Putin's whim" and compared him to Hungarian politicians during World War II.
According to Ukrainian officials, the trilateral talks between the US, Russia, and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi were "positive" and "constructive. " The next round of talks will take place in Abu Dhabi next week.
This week, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles, including 2026-made Kh-101s, as well as Zircons, Kh-32s, and Rm-48u. This indicates the use of new and modified weapons.
On January 25, Ukraine is expected to experience snow, in some places with rain, and black ice on the roads. Level I danger (yellow) has been declared throughout the country.
Marta Levchenko, the founder of "City of Goodness", announced significant positive changes in the field of child rights protection since December 2025. These changes became possible thanks to the updated Children's Services and prosecutor's monitoring, which allowed hundreds of children to be saved.
Peace talks in Abu Dhabi have concluded. Ambassadors from both countries met with American mediators.
Following another Russian attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced a maximum increase in imports and the introduction of new alternative capacities. The government is working to restore damaged generation and support the population.
President Zelenskyy called for the creation of a strong intelligence unit for foreign operations. He emphasized the importance of combat and asymmetric operations to protect Ukraine's interests.
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On the night of January 24, Russia used 12 Kh-22 missiles, with a warhead mass of 950 kg. These missiles were previously used against aircraft carrier groups and can carry various charges.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that the war in Ukraine is determining the future of global security. He emphasized the adaptation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to modern technologies and decentralization, and also called on partners to provide tools for quickly stopping the aggressor.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko's calls to leave the city due to the energy situation have not stopped the housing rental market. Rental prices for apartments in the capital continue to rise, especially for energy-independent properties.
Train service on the green metro line has been restored from Syrets station to Chervonyi Khutir station with a 6-minute interval. Specialists promptly eliminated the damage caused by the night shelling.
Russian media reported the start of the second day of talks in Abu Dhabi involving Ukraine, the US, and Russia. The meetings are being held in various formats, and a White House representative called them productive.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia's night attack on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Kharkiv, disrupted peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Russian missiles hit not only Ukrainians, but also the negotiating table.
During the night, the enemy massively attacked Ukraine's energy infrastructure. As a result, consumers in Kyiv, Kyiv region, Chernihiv region, and Kharkiv region are without power.
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.