Kyiv loses its electricity generation capacity due to Russian attacks, expert says
It will take months to restore Kyiv's own electricity generation capacity, so power cuts will continue in the city for the foreseeable future.
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Dmytro Kavun, President of Dignitas Ukraine (USA)
Ukraine Must Win This War Through Technology and Not at the Cost of Human Lives
New distribution scheme for highly dangerous drug kratom uncovered in Ukraine
Law enforcement officers have uncovered the activities of a criminal organization that established the smuggling of the narcotic drug kratom from the Czech Republic and its sale by mail across Ukraine.
Meeting on protection and restoration of Ukraine's cultural heritage takes place in Paris
Representatives of the Cultural Center of Ukraine in France took part in a high-level meeting at the French Ministry of Culture dedicated to issues of preserving Ukraine's cultural heritage and architecture.
Ukrainian border guards refute claims about large-scale youth migration abroad
The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine does not confirm claims of large-scale migration of young people abroad following the permission for men aged 18–22 to leave the country.
New distribution scheme for highly dangerous drug kratom uncovered in Ukraine
Law enforcement officers have uncovered the activities of a criminal organization that established the smuggling of the narcotic drug kratom from the Czech Republic and its sale by mail across Ukraine.
28 January 2026
Government appoints new Energoatom supervisory board
The Cabinet of Ministers, acting on a submission from the nomination committee, has appointed a new supervisory board of the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company Energoatom (NNEGC Energoatom).
Over 630 residential buildings remain without heating in Kyiv
As of the evening of January 28, 639 apartment buildings in Kyiv remain without heat supply.
Belarus provides Russia with its mobile communication towers, helps coordinate drone attacks on Ukraine – expert
Russia is increasingly launching drones that use Starlink satellite communications and alternative navigation systems to bypass Ukrainian electronic warfare. Belarus is also actively assisting in coordinating Russian drone operations.
Abu Dhabi Talks: Expert Assessments and Expectations for the Next Round
The February 1 Meeting Will Show Whether Meaningful Progress is Possible in the Energy and Humanitarian Domains
Another shipment of generators sent to Ukraine from Germany
Another convoy carrying generators for Ukrainian cities has been dispatched from Germany as part of the "Heat for Ukraine" campaign.
Fedorov rules out mass installation of anti-drone nets in Zaporizhzhia, more effective methods available
There are currently no plans to install anti-drone nets on a large scale in Zaporizhzhia, as more effective methods of countering strike drones are available.
Ukrzaliznytsia introduces additional security restrictions in Kharkiv region
JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia" has decided to restrict a number of rail connections in the Kharkiv region; some direct long-distance routes will be replaced with connecting services using suburban electric trains.
Hot water supply to be suspended in Chernihiv to preserve heat in homes
In Chernihiv, the hot water supply will be temporarily suspended starting January 30 in order to preserve heat in residential buildings.
Switzerland to finance components for Ukrzaliznytsia railway tracks
The Swiss government will finance components for Ukrzaliznytsia’s railway tracks and power networks worth more than EUR 29 million.
Court allows former judge Tandyr to be released from pre-trial detention on bail of ₴119 million
The Sviatoshynskyi District Court of Kyiv City partially changed the preventive measure for former judge Tandyr, who is accused of a fatal traffic accident at a checkpoint, setting bail at ₴119 million 880 thousand as an alternative to detention.
Ukrainian MFA summons Hungarian ambassador over anti-Ukrainian statements by Budapest
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine summoned the Hungarian ambassador, Antal Heizer, and lodged a strong protest regarding false statements by Hungarian leadership alleging Ukraine’s supposed interference in Hungary’s parliamentary elections.
Russian attack damages UOC-MP monastery building in Odesa
In Odesa, a building of the Holy Dormition Monastery was damaged as a result of a Russian drone attack overnight into January 28, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.
Court arrests Belarusian spy who previously worked as journalist in Kyiv
The Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Kyiv has ordered the pre-trial detention, without the right to post bail, of a Belarusian spy who had worked as a journalist in Kyiv for an extended period and attempted to infiltrate a unit of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate.
Shadow fleet of Russia, Iran, and Venezuela: Ukrainian intel releases data on 66 vessels
The Main Directorate of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) has published data on 66 vessels belonging to the so-called shadow fleet of Russia, Iran, and Venezuela on the War&Sanctions portal, as well as ships involved in the theft of Ukrainian grain and those exposed for violating Ukraine’s state border.
Over 700 residential buildings in Kyiv remain without heating
In Kyiv, 737 residential buildings remain without heating.
Expert on Ukraine’s power system after Russian strikes: Situation severe but not critical
Last week was the most difficult in the history of Ukraine’s unified power system. Russia’s large-scale strikes, compounded by severe frosts, created an electricity deficit that could not be covered either by domestic generation or imports.
Russian shadow fleet tankers receive warnings from 14 European countries
A group of 14 European countries has issued an open warning to shadow fleet tankers operating in the Baltic and North Seas, raising the stakes for vessels that threaten maritime safety.
Fuel prices in Ukraine rising amid global oil market growth – expert
Fuel prices in Ukraine may increase by up to UAH 1 per liter over the coming week.
27 January 2026
710,000 people remain without electricity in Kyiv - Shmyhal
As of the evening of January 27, 710,000 people in Kyiv remain without electricity.
Sybiha shares details of bilateral meetings between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi
During the talks in Abu Dhabi, alongside the trilateral format, bilateral meetings took place between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations - without pseudo-historical lectures and with focused, substantive discussions, in particular on a possible ceasefire.
Total infrastructure collapse in occupied Hola Prystan leaves residents without basic services
In the temporarily occupied territory of the Kherson region, the Hola Prystan community is facing an extremely critical situation: it has been left without communication, electricity, gas, heating, or medical care; bakeries have stopped operating, and people are buying up whatever they can find and whatever remains in grocery stores.
Zelensky discusses energy, EU accession, peace process with Austrian chancellor
The energy situation, the peace process, and the importance of a specific date for Ukraine's EU accession were the main topics of discussion between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker.
Germany gives Ukraine all Patriot systems it can – Pistorius
Germany currently has no ability to transfer additional Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, as it has already handed over more than a third of its own capabilities. Berlin is therefore calling on allies who have such systems to support Ukraine.
Exports from Ukraine fell by 3% in 2025, to USD 40.5B
Due to the war, logistical constraints, and the shutdown of enterprises, exports of goods and services from Ukraine fell by 3% last year.