Trump advises European countries to focus on war in Ukraine rather than Greenland
U.S. President Donald Trump refused to comment on whether he would use force to seize Greenland and advised European countries to focus on the war in Ukraine.
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Russians attack two districts of Dnipropetrovsk region: Seven injured, damage reported
Throughout the day, Russian forces struck the Nikopol and Synelnykove districts of Dnipropetrovsk region. Seven people were injured, and civilian facilities were damaged.
Shmyhal informs head of IAEA about Russia's intentions to strike networks of nuclear power plants
First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal informed the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, about the Russians' preparations for another massive attack on energy infrastructure, with possible strikes on facilities and networks that serve nuclear power plants.
Threats from US do not enhance security in Arctic region – Metsola
The European Union supports Denmark's sovereignty and the people of Greenland, and threats from the United States do not contribute to dialogue or to improving security in the Arctic.
Several dozen Russian troops remain in Kupiansk – Trehubov
In the Kharkiv region, in the city of Kupiansk, the Russian grouping has been reduced to several dozen troops concentrated in a single neighborhood, while the enemy's attempts to shrink the bridgehead on the left bank of the Oskil River remain unsuccessful.
Zelensky, Fedorov approve candidate for Air Force Deputy Commander
President Volodymyr Zelensky and Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov have approved the candidate for a new Deputy Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, who will be responsible for the short-range air defense system.
Enemy intensifies flanking maneuvers around Vovchansk – military
Russian troops have stepped up attempts to outflank Vovchansk and the Ukrainian units holding positions in the southern part of the city, using their proximity to the border to continuously replenish their forces.
Russian troops try to take Lyman in semicircle – military
Russian forces are attempting to envelop Lyman in a semicircle from various directions, concentrating significant forces on this axis, while the Siverskyi Donets River remains a defensive line for Ukrainian forces.
Poland to provide Ukraine with defense credit in H1 2026 – ambassador
Warsaw will provide Kyiv with a defense credit, with the relevant agreement expected to be signed in the first half of 2026.
Two women wounded in Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia
Two local residents were injured in Zaporizhzhia as a result of a Russian attack.
Russians seeking weak spots in Ukrainian defenses along border – military
Russian forces have stepped up their activity along the border line in the area of responsibility of the Joint Forces Task Force, trying to identify weak points in Ukrainian defenses and intensifying air strikes.
Ukraine House in Davos presents “Messages from front line”
A group of Ukrainian military personnel and veterans will attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, as part of the “Messages from the Front Line” initiative.
Ukrainians spend UAH 11.3B in winter support funds, mostly on utility bills
Ukrainians have already spent UAH 11.3 billion under the "Winter Support" program, with the largest share going toward utility bills.
Defense forces block enemy buildup near Hryshyne in Pokrovsk agglomeration
In the northwest, in the industrial zone of Pokrovsk, the Defense Forces are conducting countermeasures that prevent the Russians from gathering forces for open direct assaults on Hryshyne, one of their priority targets in the Pokrovsk agglomeration.
Poland preparing EUR 220-230M military aid package for Ukraine – ambassador
Warsaw is preparing its 47th package of military assistance for Ukraine worth EUR 220-230 million, which Ukraine expects to receive in the coming months.
One killed, five injured in Russian airstrike on Kharkiv
Updated figures show that one person has been killed and five people have been injured in a Russian airstrike on Kharkiv.
Enemy reduces assaults in south as air strikes and FPV attacks intensify - spox Voloshyn
Over the past week, Russian troops have slightly reduced the number of assaults in the south, but have significantly increased the use of aviation and FPV drones, suffering significant losses in manpower and equipment.
Shmyhal, Jorgensen discuss Ukraine's energy needs
Ukraine's First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal held a conversation with EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jorgensen.
Russia launched air strike on Kharkiv
Russian troops struck Kharkiv with guided aerial bombs.
Kremlin using Medvedchuk interview to justify Russia's rejection of peace efforts – ISW
Russian state media have circulated statements by former Ukrainian lawmaker Viktor Medvedchuk, who is linked to the Kremlin, in order to prepare the Russian public for the Kremlin's rejection of peace in the near future amid ongoing negotiations between the United States, Ukraine, and Europe.
Business and innovation will be discussed at Ukraine House in Davos during WEF
Business and innovation are among the key topics of the Ukraine House during the World Economic Forum (WEF), which starts on January 19 in Davos, Switzerland.
Russian forces unable to capture Huliaipole, attempt to mine it – military spokesperson
Russian forces are unable to gain a foothold in Huliaipole and are therefore trying to isolate the city through active assaults, massive air strikes, and extensive mining, including the use of drones.
NATO-Ukraine Council meeting to be held in Brussels
A meeting of the NATO Military Committee will be held in Brussels on January 21-22, during which the NATO-Ukraine Council is scheduled to meet.
Zelensky holds energy coordination call: Air Force to modernize systems for countering Shahed drones
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the command of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, together with the Ministry of Defense, will transform the system for countering "Shahed" drones amid the difficult situation in the energy sector.
France convenes G7 ministers meeting amid Greenland dispute
French Minister of Economy and Finance Roland Lescure will initiate a meeting with his counterparts from G7 countries in the coming days to discuss trade and sovereignty issues following U.S. tariff threats amid the dispute over Greenland.
Russia intensifies strikes with guided aerial bombs in south, using scorched earth policy — Voloshyn
The increase in air strikes and the use of guided bombs in the south are linked to the enemy's tactics of high-altitude strikes, preparing the terrain for assault operations.
Ukraine stands ready to work together with ASEAN – Sybiha
The foreign ministers of Ukraine and the Philippines, Andrii Sybiha and Theresa Lazaro, discussed cooperation during the Philippines' chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2026.
There are 1.5 billion coins with face value of 50 kopiykas in circulation — Pyshnyy
Today, there are 1.5 billion 50-kopiyka coins in circulation in Ukraine. To maintain appropriate quality, it is necessary to mint about 30 million coins each year, with some planned for replacement in stages.
Russians attack city center of Kharkiv with UAVs, damage reported
Russian forces attacked Kharkiv for the second time since the beginning of the day, striking with unmanned aerial vehicles.