Ukraine

Zelenskyy discussed with Aliyev the possibility of transiting Azerbaijani gas through the Ukrainian gas transportation system to Europe. Ukraine is ready to quickly sign contracts to supply non-Russian gas to European countries.

Ukrainian banks are introducing restrictions on money transfers via IBAN for customers without verified income. The limits will vary from UAH 50 to 150 thousand per month depending on the client's risk category.

The President of Ukraine spoke about Putin's attempts to create channels of influence through separatists and other states. The NSDC decree helped to quickly stop attempts to interfere and manipulate by Russia.

In Ukraine, three strains of the influenza virus are circulating - B and two types of A. According to expert Fedor Lapiy, it is possible to get vaccinated against the flu until the 20th week of the year, as one can get sick even in March.

The President of Ukraine expressed hope that Ukraine, the United States, Europe, and Russia will participate in peace talks. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of the European voice as Ukraine seeks EU membership.

Sales of US military equipment to foreign governments in 2024 increased by 29% to $318. 7 billion. The growth in exports is attributed to demand from Ukraine and the need for countries to replenish their weapons stockpiles.

Ukraine can supply coal to Moldova to provide electricity, Zelenskiy says after meeting with Sandu. Ukraine is ready to provide coal at a low price or for free in exchange for electricity.

The President of Ukraine says that US military aid has not been suspended, despite the 90-day restriction on humanitarian programs. The Pentagon confirmed that the pause order does not affect military aid to Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine held a meeting with the President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, in Kyiv. The leaders discussed regional security, energy, and social issues that concern both countries.

New details have emerged in the case of Oleg Druz - he planned to buy a luxury villa in Turkey.

The Ministry of Defense reported on the possible expulsion of male students for refusing practical military training. From September 2025, mandatory basic general military training for students will be introduced.

The GUR organized a large-scale Internet outage in Russia, leaving many Russians without communication and the Internet.

Poland's defense minister said that Europe should increase defense spending to influence the US position on Ukraine. Poland already spends 4.7% of its GDP on defense and buys $60 billion worth of American weapons.

The mayor of Lviv has announced the possibility of reopening several airports in Ukraine this year. According to him, there are technical possibilities for this, only a political decision is needed.

The Office of the President of Ukraine told what changes will be proposed to replenish the army.

The U. S. Department of Homeland Security has issued an order to suspend temporary immigrant entry programs. The decision will affect Ukrainians, Cubans, Venezuelans and others who had the opportunity to enter with sponsorship.

Maia Sandu arrived in Kyiv for talks with President Zelenskyy. The two sides will discuss security, energy, infrastructure, trade, and a common path to the EU.

US military assistance to Ukraine continues under previously approved packages, despite the suspension of foreign aid for 90 days. This was announced by the head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation.

On the night of January 25, Russia attacked Ukraine with 2 X-59/69 missiles and 61 Shahed drones. Air defense forces destroyed 48 targets, but there was damage in three regions.

ISW: Putin used the interview on state TV to show his disinterest in peace talks without meeting his demands.

Trump's special envoy Keith Kellogg has announced the possibility of using frozen Russian assets to purchase American weapons for Ukraine. This would benefit both Ukraine and the US defense industry.

Over the last day, 211 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk and Kramatorsk sectors. The enemy carried out 40 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times, using 1,410 kamikaze drones.

In the temporarily occupied Yevpatoria, the enemy military set up a base on the territory of a sanatorium. Military equipment and ammunition are concentrated at the facility, and the coast is fortified with firing points.

Trump's representative announced a strategy to reduce world oil prices to weaken the russian economy. The plan calls for cooperation with OPEC and the use of economic leverage instead of military aid.

In Vyshneve, the balconies of a high-rise building from the 5th to the 9th floor were damaged, and 5 people were evacuated. In Fastiv district, a fire broke out at a 600-square-meter production facility, with no casualties.

Cloudy weather remains in Ukraine with high temperatures for January ranging from +1°C to +11°C. It will be warmest in the Crimea, without significant precipitation throughout the territory.

Over the past day, the invaders lost 1650 soldiers, 7 tanks and 37 armored vehicles. Total enemy losses in manpower since the beginning of the war have reached 828,470.

The Danish Foreign Minister and the US Secretary of State held a 20-minute phone conversation. The two discussed Ukraine, European security, and the Middle East, agreeing on upcoming talks on the Arctic involving Greenland.

Enemy troops advanced in the area of Toretsk, Nadiyivka, Dachne and Sukhy Yaliv.

The Ukrainian Air Force reports active maneuvering of enemy drones in several regions of Ukraine. The UAVs are changing directions and courses, which may indicate that they are preparing for attacks.