Zelensky holds meetings with Khmara and Maliuk, approves new SSU combat operations
President Volodymyr Zelensky received a report from the acting head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), Yevhenii Khmara, and approved new combat operations.
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Defense Forces capture Russian serviceman responsible for execution of Ukrainian prisoners in Kursk region
The Defense Forces captured a Russian who was responsible for the execution of Ukrainian prisoners in October last year in the Kursk region.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sybiha expresses gratitude for Warmth from Poland for Kyiv campaign: We feel that we are not alone
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha thanked Poland for its initiative to raise funds for generators for Ukraine, which confirmed its sincere support and solidarity during the winter cold and Russian terror.
60 teams of power engineers work to restore power in Kyiv
Network restrictions remain in place in Kyiv, with 60 teams of power engineers working to restore power.
Khartiia controls center of Kupiansk, clearing operations ongoing
The search-and-strike unit Khartiia controls the central part of the city of Kupiansk in Kharkiv region and the city council building; stabilization measures are ongoing.
National Guard strengthens security at Chornobyl NPP and exclusion zone
The National Guard is strengthening protection and security at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant and the exclusion zone, and deepening cooperation with the Defense Forces to ensure security.
Kremlin says US invited Putin to join Board of Peace
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that the United States allegedly invited Russian leader Vladimir Putin to join the so-called Board of Peace promoting a peace plan for the Gaza Strip.
In Chernihiv region, drone attacks cultural center, injuring woman
In the city of Snovsk, Chernihiv region, on the afternoon of January 18, a Russian strike drone attacked a cultural center, injuring a resident.