The President of Ukraine stated that it is impossible to legally recognize the occupied territories as Russian. Zelenskyy emphasized that these lands will remain occupied until their return.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 99 Shahed drones and imitator drones from different directions. 65 attack drones were shot down, facilities in 6 regions were damaged, and there were no casualties.
The SBU detained a well-known lawyer from Dnipropetrovs'k region who passed the coordinates of strategic targets for missile strikes to the FSB. As a result of his actions, 6 people died and 30 Ukrainians were wounded.
21% of Ukrainians are ready to emigrate after the full opening of borders, among whom men and youth predominate. The main reasons are the lack of opportunities for development and the consequences of the war.
The Ministry of Defense is introducing an electronic primary medical record for servicemen instead of the paper “Form 100”. The system should be operational within three months and will become the basis for a register of combat injuries.
Manufacturers, distributors, or pharmacies: who sets prices for medicines in Ukraine?.
The President of Ukraine said that Putin can only be talked to from a position of strength, not as an equal. Zelenskyy emphasized that any negotiations without Ukraine's participation would lead to a loss.
The President of Ukraine delivered a speech on the occasion of the Day of Unity at the historic St. Sophia Square. He reminded of the importance of unity and emphasized that Ukrainian unity today covers the whole world.
The operators of the 8th Regiment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces conducted an 8-hour battle with the North Korean military. They killed 21 and wounded 40 enemy soldiers, after which the group successfully retreated in a Humvee.
The teams of the presidents of Ukraine and the United States are working to organize a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump. A specific date for the meeting has not yet been set, but negotiations are ongoing.
The NBU has set the official exchange rate at 42. 17 UAH/USD, up 1 kopeck from the previous rate. In banks and exchange offices, the dollar can be purchased for UAH 42.40-42.60, and the euro for UAH 44.00-44.20.
Trump has tasked Lieutenant General Kellogg with ending the war in Ukraine within 100 days. This is seen as an initial step in peace negotiations that Trump plans to personally oversee.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced his desire to achieve a sustainable end to Russia's war against Ukraine.
Over the last day, 121 combat engagements took place, 61 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy carried out 70 air strikes and fired over 6,000 times, using missiles, multiple launch rocket systems and kamikaze drones.
On January 22, Ukraine will have cloudy weather with temperatures ranging from 0° to +8°. Light rains and sleet are possible in the west, north and south, with fog in some places in the west.
In the case of defective machine guns, 226 weapons were seized, of which 80 were found to be of poor quality. Instead of being repaired or replaced under the terms of the contract, the weapons remain under arrest while the criminal proceedings are ongoing.
Over the past day, the Ukrainian military eliminated 1,950 Russian invaders and over 400 pieces of equipment. The total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 823,980 people.
The leaders of Russia and China discussed deepening cooperation in the political, economic and energy spheres. Putin's aide said they discussed the war in Ukraine and relations with the United States, although this was not mentioned in the official press release.
On January 22, at 18:00, Kyiv will host the annual march in memory of the first fallen Heroes of the Heavenly Hundred. The participants will march from the Lyadski Gate to Hrushevskoho Street, honoring the memory of the fallen heroes of Maidan.
In the Black Sea, there is one Russian ship carrying Kalibr cruise missiles with a volley of up to 4 missiles. There are 6 Russian ships in the Mediterranean Sea, 2 of which carry up to 22 Kalibr missiles.
From January 22 to March 1, 2025, critical enterprises can apply for reservations for persons liable for military service without a 72-hour waiting period.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully pushed back the enemy near Shevchenko and Udachne. At the same time, Russian troops were able to advance near Velyka Novosilka, Vozdvyzhenka, Slovianka, and Sribne.
January 22 marks the Day of Unity of Ukraine, in honor of the Act of Unification of the Ukrainian People's Republic and the West Ukrainian People's Republic in 1919. This event became a symbol of the unification of Ukrainian lands and the aspiration for independence.
On January 22, Orthodox Christians celebrate the Day of the Holy Apostle Timothy, the Monk Anastasius of Persia, and the Monk Anastasius of the Caves.
The President of Ukraine met with the President of Finland at the World Economic Forum. The parties discussed strengthening defense capabilities, security guarantees and a new military aid package.
In the occupied Luhansk region, the invaders continue to recruit children to the Russian “youth army”. The occupiers plan to double the number of such centers by 2025 to destroy the Ukrainian identity of young people.
President of Ukraine met with Prime Minister of Vietnam Pham Minh Dinh at the World Economic Forum. The parties discussed trade development and agreed to increase the supply of agricultural products.
US President Donald Trump called on Putin to end the war in Ukraine because of Russia's significant losses. Trump announced plans to meet with Putin and noted that Zelenskyy was ready for a deal under certain conditions.
The President of Ukraine announced the need to deploy at least 200,000 European peacekeepers after the ceasefire. Zelenskyy also reported on Putin's possible demand to reduce the Ukrainian army fivefold.
The Supervisory Board of the Agency extended the contract with Maryna Bezrukova for a year. A comprehensive audit of the Agency's activities was also initiated with the involvement of NATO international auditors.
