Ukraine

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry confirmed that preparations for the visit of Special Representative Keith Kellogg are underway. They are expected to discuss strategic partnership and opportunities for peace in Ukraine.

The Lebedeva flower aesthetic boutique in the Leonardo business center, owned by Alina Lebedeva, is not working for technical reasons. The business owner is a roommate of former acting Deputy Head of the State Tax Service Yevhen Sokur.

The documentary Porcelain War about three Kharkiv artists was nominated for Best Feature Documentary. The film tells the story of artists who create porcelain products during the war.

The UIM expert explained that Lukashenko used the war theme to his advantage. The lack of real opposition and harsh repression make it impossible to protest against his “victory.

Beta testing of electronic referrals to the military medical commission has begun in the Reserve+ app. Starting in the fall of 2025, users will be able to choose a medical institution to undergo the MEC.

The Restoration Consortium with links to Cypriot offshore companies tried to win a tender for the reconstruction of a destroyed building in Borodyanka. The CRSA rejected the company because of its dubious origin and links to criminal cases.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance would have to spend trillions on defense if Ukraine loses. He emphasized the importance of achieving a “just and sustainable” peace without concessions to Putin.

Putin expresses concern about the state of the Russian economy due to a lack of labor and high interest rates. trump threatens new sanctions if russia does not negotiate over ukraine.

The head of the OP said that the war could end tomorrow if everything depended on Ukraine and the democratic world. However, Putin's Russia does not abandon its plans and continues its aggression.

On Friday, January 24, rains, sleet and fog are expected in Ukraine with temperatures up to +9°C. Forecasters predict further warming across the country.

The Ukrainian defense forces are engaged in heavy fighting with the superior enemy near Velyka Novosilka. The command takes measures to reinforce units and warns of Russian information operations.

The NBU forecasts inflation to decline to 8. 4% in 2025 and 5% in 2026. Inflation is expected to peak in the second quarter of 2025, after which it will gradually slow down.

A well-known lawyer suggested liquidating the NABU because it covers those who destroy Ukraine's sovereignty and independence.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister supported Trump's announcement of tough sanctions against Russia and emphasized the need for US leadership. Sibiga outlined three key points for achieving peace through strength.

The National Bank of Ukraine has raised its key policy rate to 14. 5% per annum, up 1% from the previous level. The decision is aimed at supporting the foreign exchange market and controlling inflation to the target of 5%.

The Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces inspected the 155th Mechanized Brigade and noted its progress in acquiring combat capabilities. Syrskyi thanked France for its assistance in creating the brigade and decided to strengthen the units.

The Brovary community is preparing all of its 13 lyceums to participate in the all-Ukrainian experiment on safety in educational institutions. Three institutions have already been approved by the Ministry of Education and Science, while the rest are preparing to meet additional security requirements.

The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Health announced key reforms of the pharmaceutical market in 2025. It is planned to introduce parallel import of medicines, 2D coding and a new law on pharmaceutical services.

Ukraine has re-launched the online marriage service in the Diia app. Users can submit an application, get married and receive a certificate in full electronic format.

In 2024, 25,781 road accidents occurred in Ukraine, killing 3,202 people and injuring 32,023. The main cause of accidents was speeding, which accounted for 39.4% of all accidents with serious consequences.

First Vice Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has expressed optimistic business expectations that the active phase of the war will end in 2025. Investment in Ukraine requires security guarantees, including through NATO mechanisms.

NATO Secretary General Rutte advocated non-public security guarantees for Ukraine and its rapid accession to the Alliance. U.S. Special Envoy Grenell criticized this position due to insufficient defense funding by European countries.

The National Resistance Center has provided recommendations on how to act when Russian Orlan-10 and Orlan-30 drones are spotted. Experts advise not to shoot at the drones, but to notify the Armed Forces and change positions.

The 110th Separate Mechanized Brigade exposed a scheme where soldiers were paid half their salaries for not showing up for service. The deputy brigade commander and the commander of the logistics group organized the scheme with more than 50 participants.

In Donetsk region, the occupiers captured and shot six Ukrainian soldiers. The Office of the Prosecutor General has launched a war crime investigation into the violation of the Geneva Convention.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called on the United States to continue supplying weapons to Ukraine and assured that Europe would pay the bill. He also warned against a possible Russian victory and called for increased support for Ukraine.

A video of Russian soldiers shooting six unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war was posted online. Ombudsman Lubinets called on the UN and the ICRC to respond to another war crime.

Prior to the full-scale Russian invasion, the gender pay gap in Ukraine was 18. 6%, forcing women to work longer hours than men. Experts attribute this to stereotypes and the low representation of women in leadership positions.

In 2024, foreigners registered 1109 new companies in Ukraine, down 24% year-on-year. Most businesses were opened by citizens of Turkey, Poland, and the United States, mainly in Kyiv, Lviv, and Odesa.

Prompt updating of medical records will allow informing patients about the emergence of new international recommendations, according to the Athena. Women Against Cancer”.