Leaders of Finland, Norway respond to US tariff threats
Finnish President Alexander Stubb said that U.S. threats to impose tariffs on countries that do not support America's acquisition of Greenland would undermine transatlantic relations.
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Repairs of key backup power line begin at occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP
With the mediation of the International Atomic Energy Agency, repair work has begun on the 330 kV backup power transmission line Ferosplavna-1, which connects the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant to Ukraine's power grid.
Russians try to break through defenses in Vovchansk using numerical superiority – military
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian invaders attempted to exploit their numerical superiority and break through defenses in Vovchansk, as well as toward Hrafske, Vovchanski Khutory, and Zybyne.
Russian troops shell Sumy region more than 100 times over past day, casualties reported
Over the past day, January 17, Russian forces shelled the territory of Sumy region more than 100 times, with civilians among the injured.
Disputes between US and Europe benefit China and Russia – Kallas
The current dispute between the administration of Donald Trump in the United States and EU countries over the issue of Greenland's status could distract partners from efforts to establish peace in Ukraine.
Russians attack seven settlements in Donetsk region over past day; injuries reported
Yesterday in the Donetsk region, seven settlements came under Russian shelling, as a result of which two people were wounded.
Russian economy entering “expensive money” phase amid war in Ukraine, intelligence reports
The Russian economy is entering a phase of “expensive money,” which is becoming a new norm amid the war against Ukraine and prolonged macroeconomic instability.
Ukrainian forces deny Russian claims of capturing Minkivka in Donetsk region
Minkivka, in the Sloviansk sector of the front, remains under the control of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
Ukraine improves tactical position, pushes Russian forces back on Pokrovsk front
Soldiers of the 132nd Separate Reconnaissance Battalion of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces conducted a clearance operation, removing Russian invaders from a section approximately 900 meters long on the Pokrovsk front as part of improving their tactical position.
Over 1,300 Russian drones, 1,050 guided bombs hit Ukraine in one week, Zelensky says
Over the past week, Russia has launched over 1,300 attack drones, about 1,050 guided aerial bombs, and 29 missiles of various types against Ukraine.
Deadly Russian attacks on Kharkiv region leave three dead, 11 wounded
Over the past day, January 17, Russian forces shelled the city of Kharkiv and 12 settlements in the Kharkiv region, killing three people and injuring 11.
Injuries reported as Russians attack Dnipropetrovsk region
Russian forces attacked the Vasylkivka community in the Dnipropetrovsk region with drones, injuring six people and causing fires.
War update: 133 clashes on frontline over past day, fiercest fighting in three sectors
On January 17, 133 clashes were recorded between Ukrainian and Russian forces, as the enemy concentrated their main efforts on the Pokrovsk sector and stepped up attacks in the Huliaipole and Kostiantynivka sectors.
Russia attacks energy infrastructure in Odesa region
Russian troops have once again attacked energy infrastructure in the Odesa region, damaging a production facility.
Ukraine’s air defenses down 167 Russian drones
Air defense forces have neutralized 167 unmanned aerial vehicles used by Russian troops to attack Ukraine since Saturday evening; enemy strikes were recorded at 15 locations.
General Staff shows Ukrainian weapons shooting down Russian drones
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine showed how Russian drones are shot down using Ukrainian weapons.
Russian army loses another 830 soldiers in war against Ukraine in one day
The total combat losses of Russian troops in manpower from February 24, 2022, to January 18, 2026, reached about 1,226,420 people, of which 830 were eliminated in the last 24 hours.
In Zaporizhzhia, Russian Molniya caught in anti-drone net
More than a hundred anti-drone tunnels have already been built on major roads in frontline communities in the Zaporizhzhia region. Enemy drones, including attack drones, fall into these traps without reaching their targets.
Last year, Ukrzaliznytsia evacuated 11,000 people from frontline areas
In 2025, Ukrzaliznytsia evacuated 11,000 people from frontline areas.
Shahed drone hits private house in Kharkiv, one dead and one wounded
A woman was killed and another person was injured as a result of a Russian drone strike in Kharkiv.
Border guards showed how they destroy Russian assault groups in South Slobozhansky direction
Operators of the Furia strike drone unit of the Hart border brigade demonstrated how drones are used to destroy small Russian assault groups attempting to breach the state border in the Kharkiv region.
Updated curfew rules introduced in Kyiv
Updated curfew rules have been introduced in Kyiv.
Russia exports more than 2 million tonnes of grain from occupied Ukrainian territories last year – intelligence
In 2025, Russia exported more than 2 million tonnes of grain from temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and, concealing its true origin, shipped it mainly to Egypt and Bangladesh.
Trump says he convinced himself not to strike Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump said he independently decided not to carry out military strikes against Iran, citing as a decisive factor what he described as Tehran's cancellation of hundreds of planned executions.
Unity rally to be held in Budapest on Ukrainian Unity Day
On Thursday, January 22, the Ukrainian community in Hungary will gather in central Budapest to mark Ukrainian Unity Day. The event aims to demonstrate the unity of Ukrainians around the world and to call for continued support for Ukraine.
“ATESH”: Kremlin plans to transfer Mariupol’s resources under control of Kadyrov’s forces
The Russian authorities plan to hand over Mariupol's resources to the Akhmat units in exchange for the loyalty of the Chechen leadership.
CCD warns of fake letters claiming total power outage in western Ukraine
Fake letters claiming a “complete power outage” in western Ukraine presented as an “official notice” are being widely circulated.
17 January 2026
War update: 117 clashes on frontline, Pokrovsk sector sees hottest fighting
On January 17, Ukrainian Defense Forces engaged in 117 clashes with Russian invaders, with the hottest fighting occurring in the Pokrovsk sector.
EU leaders warn Trump tariffs threaten transatlantic unity
The European Union has reaffirmed its support for Denmark in the dispute with the United States over Greenland and warned Washington of the risks posed by imposing tariffs.