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War update: 56 clashes on front line since morning, Pokrovsk sector most active
Since the beginning of the day, 56 combat engagements have taken place between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops. Fighting is currently ongoing on six sectors of the front. The enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk sector, with increased activity on the Kostiantynivka and Huliaipole sectors.
Invaders strike Bakhtyn in Kharkiv region, injuries reported
The Russian army carried out a drone strike on the village of Bakhtyn in the Borova community in Kharkiv region, injuring two women.
Ukraine can supply drones to Poland in exchange for air defense missiles, Zelensky says
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine is ready to supply drones to Poland in exchange for missiles for air defense systems.
Next meeting of negotiating teams to take place in near future – Zelensky
Volodymyr Zelensky said that the negotiating delegations of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia in Abu Dhabi agreed that their next meeting would be held in the near future.
Ukraine, Poland sign letter of intent on joint weapons production, Tusk says
Kyiv and Warsaw have signed a letter of intent on joint production in the defense industry sector.
Ukraine returns 157 servicemen from captivity, Zelensky says
President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that another prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia took place today. As a result, 157 Ukrainian servicemen have returned home.
Sybiha urges not to fall for Russia’s nuclear blackmail, as Putin has no funds for new arms race
Russian President Vladimir Putin should be denied the ability to form a new nuclear security architecture following the end of the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) between the United States and Russia.
Zelensky: Situation in Kyiv remains difficult, over 1,100 buildings without heating
In Kyiv, more than 1,100 buildings remain without heating.
U.S., Ukraine, and Russia delegations agree on exchange of 314 POWs – Witkoff
Delegations from the United States, Ukraine, and Russia agreed on Thursday, February 5, in Abu Dhabi to exchange 314 prisoners.
Ukraine strikes Russia’s Kapustin Yar missile range in January
The Defense Forces of Ukraine carried out a series of successful strikes on the Kapustin Yar range in January 2026.
Ukrainian forces strike Russian logistics hub, drone control points, EW assets
Ukrainian forces have struck a logistics hub, concentrations of enemy personnel, drone control points, and electronic warfare (EW) assets of Russian troops.
Staroukrainka on Huliaipole axis remains under Ukrainian control – military spox
Russian media reports claiming that the village of Staroukrainka on the Huliaipole axis was captured are not true. The village remains under the control of Ukrainian forces.
Second day of talks between Ukraine, US, Russia begins in Abu Dhabi
The second day of trilateral meetings involving representatives of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia has begun in the United Arab Emirates.
Tusk begins visit to Kyiv
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has begun his visit to Kyiv.
War update: 133 engagements on front line over past day, Defense Forces halt 29 assaults in Pokrovsk sector
On the front line on February 4, Ukraine's Defense Forces recorded 133 combat engagements with Russian invaders, with the heaviest attacks occurring in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors.
Air defense forces shoot down 156 of 183 Russian drones
Ukraine's air defense forces neutralized 156 of the 183 drones used by Russia to attack Ukraine from the evening of February 4.
Russia loses 770 soldiers in war against Ukraine over past day
Russia suffered approximately 1,243,840 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and February 5, 2026, with 770 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
Russian nighttime drone attack on Kyiv leaves two injured
In Kyiv, two people were injured during a Russian drone attack on the night of February 5.
Zelensky: I hope peace can be achieved in less than year
Volodymyr Zelensky expects that peace in the war against Russia can be achieved in less than a year, and that this will be done through diplomatic means.
Zelensky names Ukraine's official losses in war
Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the confirmed losses of Ukraine since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion amount to 55,000 fallen soldiers.
Russia carried out 217 attacks on Ukraine’s energy sector since start of year – PM Svyrydenko
The government continues to implement support measures for Ukrainians amid the energy crisis caused by Russian strikes—217 attacks have already been recorded since the beginning of the year.
04 February 2026
Mathernova to Zakharova: Nothing funny about using winter as weapon of mass destruction
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Mathernova has responded to Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova who criticized the diplomat over a photo she posted from her bathroom during another massive Russian attack on Ukraine.
Zelensky calls on Europe to block Russia's tanker fleet
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that efforts must be stepped up to counter Russia's tanker fleet, which is fueling the war against Ukraine and operating under European jurisdictions.
Zelensky: We expect prisoner exchange in near future
Following trilateral meetings in the United Arab Emirates, Ukraine expects a prisoner exchange with Russia in the near future, with talks set to continue tomorrow.
List of unresolved issues between Ukraine and Russia substantially diminishes – Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio believes that the list of unresolved issues that existed between Ukraine and Russia has been significantly reduced over the past year.
Russians strike Kryvyi Rih
In the evening, the enemy carried out a missile strike on Kryvyi Rih.
Trump discusses Russian war in Ukraine with Xi Jinping
U.S. President Donald Trump said that during today's phone call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, he discussed, among other things, the Russia–Ukraine war.
Russian shelling of Kherson region leaves three killed, four wounded
In the Kherson region, three people were killed and four others injured over the course of the day as a result of Russian attacks.
Peace talks in Abu Dhabi conclude for today
The round of peace talks in Abu Dhabi involving delegations from Ukraine, the United States, and Russia that was scheduled for today has concluded.