Armenia is updating its arsenal, replacing outdated Russian systems with modern Indian weaponry. The country has received artillery systems, MLRS, and air defense systems, indicating a shift in its defense partner.
The US and Armenia have signed an agreement on cooperation in civil nuclear energy worth up to $9 billion. This will replace the outdated Soviet nuclear power plant with American small modular reactors, reducing Armenia's dependence on Russia.
MrBeast's Beast Industries has acquired fintech startup Step, which provides banking services to teenagers. This will allow the integration of financial tools into the media empire to educate young people.
Spanish company Indra has upgraded the Meteor missile for Ukraine, improving its data transmission system and resistance to electronic warfare. This will enhance the combat capabilities of the Ukrainian Air Force, which expects the missiles in 2026 along with Gripen C/D fighters.
The Vatican delivered humanitarian aid to Ukraine, including 80 generators, medicines, and food. This is a response to appeals from local bishops due to the critical energy supply situation and frosts.
Kyiv region received 509 generators from international partners, which are installed at critical infrastructure facilities. The region operates 4636 generators with a total capacity of over 100 MW.
Over the past day, 159 combat engagements took place, the enemy used 4034 kamikaze drones and carried out 2089 shellings. On the Pokrovsk direction, 57 occupiers were eliminated.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the Minister of Defense regarding army provision. The predictable and sufficient supply of drones and other equipment was discussed.
Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal announced complex electricity supply schedules for Tuesday and Wednesday due to low temperatures. He also mentioned a review of the list of critical infrastructure facilities and increased control over electricity distribution.
Russians have begun urgent deliveries of satellite Internet terminals to the front for the occupiers. This will replace Starlink, using Russian providers based on Yamal and Express satellites.
The crew of the Mi-24 helicopter died during a combat mission. All crew members were experienced officers and defenders of Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new programs to support people and communities, including expanding opportunities for private homeowners regarding autonomous power supply. The government will also make it easier for condominiums to purchase generators and other equipment.
In January, the Ukrainian Defense Forces launched 48 DeepStrike strikes on Russia's oil and gas industry, reducing overall oil refining by 19%. During the month, 21.7 thousand aerial targets and 21.6 thousand UAVs were destroyed, and Russian army losses amounted to 31.7 thousand personnel.
Defence City has officially launched in Ukraine, offering tax benefits and simplified procedures for defense enterprises. The first resident is a drone manufacturer, but experts point to risks and the need to refine the regime.
The CEO of JSC "Segezha Ukraine" from Prykarpattia is accused of illegally transferring state property and selling products at an understated price, which caused 46 million UAH in damages to the state. She is also charged with organizing the illegal transfer of her son to Romania for 18 thousand dollars.
The GUR has released data on 21 Russian enterprises involved in the development and production of unmanned systems that Russia uses in the war against Ukraine. More than half of these companies are still not under sanctions.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of an ammunition depot in occupied Kherson region, a command post near Sudzha, and a UAV depot in Rostov region. Approximately 6,000 FPV drones were destroyed.
Ukraine and France have agreed on joint arms production in both countries. This paves the way for large-scale projects in the defense industry.
A bank employee in Kyiv provided the FSB with data on military facilities, banking secrets, and personal data of military personnel. He was detained and will be tried for treason, facing life imprisonment.
In Sumy region, a locomotive and overhead lines were damaged due to shelling. Sumy-Kyiv and Sumy-Kharkiv trains will run with delays. Bus transfers are possible in Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia regions.
Train drivers in Spain began a three-day strike due to unsatisfactory safety conditions after two fatal accidents in January. The action by the Semaf union led to train service disruptions.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine cleared Chuhunivka, Kharkiv region, of Russian invaders. Some of the occupiers were taken prisoner, and the Ukrainian flag was raised in the settlement.
Advisor to the Minister of Defense Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov showed a video of the enemy launching an FPV drone from a "Gerbera" UAV. This confirms previously announced information about the new use of enemy drones.
As a result of a night attack by Russian drones on Novhorod-Siverskyi, a 71-year-old man was killed and four people were injured. Buildings were damaged, as well as a school and a residential building in other communities.
The European Union is preparing for a week of intense diplomatic meetings, including a meeting of defense ministers, an economic summit, and the Munich Security Conference. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to attend the Munich Conference.
Taiwan rejected a US proposal to relocate 40% of its semiconductor manufacturing capacity, calling it impossible. Taiwan's Vice Premier stated that the island's semiconductor ecosystem would develop domestically.
The partisan movement "ATESH" recorded interruptions in fuel supply to Russian troops in the occupied Kherson region. The reason was the strike of the Ukrainian Defense Forces on a railway echelon in Gvardiyske.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released updated data on enemy losses as of February 9, 2026. 1250 occupiers and a significant amount of equipment were eliminated in one day.
The Russian defense-industrial complex has moved to serial production of "Kaplya" munitions for FPV drones. They use the principle of a shaped charge to hit armored vehicles and ignore metal grilles.
The Swedish company Saab is building a portfolio of potential orders for over 300 JAS 39 Gripen E/F fighters. Ukraine could order up to 150 aircraft, and Canada – 72, with the possibility of localizing production.
