Russia bombs itself with 'smart bomb,' Astra reports
The bomb, a UMPB-250, was found in a village in Belgorod Oblast, but there were no casualties or damage.
Ukraine
Potential encirclement in Velyka Novosilka prompts questions about last-ditch withdrawal strategy
Thrusting forward with their vast manpower advantage, Russian troops are gradually penetrating Ukrainian defenses on the western edge of Donetsk Oblast and are close to capturing Velyka Novosilka. Located about 15 kilometers east of the neighboring Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, the vital road-junction village was once home to around 5,000 people.
General Staff: Russia has lost 830,190 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
This number includes 1,720 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.
Donetsk Oblast to forcibly evacuate children from over 20 settlements
Due to the increased threat to civilian lives, authorities will begin mandatory forced evacuations of children in several settlements in the Komar and Kryvorizhzhia communities, Governor Vadim Filashkin said.
Ukrainian sailors return home from Houthi captivity
The three sailors arrived in Odesa on Jan. 25, where they were greeted by relatives after 14 months in captivity.
Zelensky believes Trump can end war in Ukraine, must include Kyiv in talks
While the specifics of a potential agreement under U.S. President Donald Trump remain unclear, Zelensky emphasized that Vladimir Putin has no interest in ending the war.
Zelensky offers Ukraine as transit hub for Azerbaijani gas to Europe
President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that Azerbaijan has significant export capacity, with the ability to send up to 25 billion cubic meters of gas, and that Ukraine can provide the necessary infrastructure to transport it.
US diplomats push for exemption on Ukraine aid amid 90-day freeze, Zelensky says military aid has not stopped
Senior diplomats in the State Department’s Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs requested a full waiver to exclude U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) operations in Ukraine from a 90-day foreign aid freeze, the Financial Times reports.
US suspends programs for entry of migrants, including Ukrainians, NYT reports
Donald Trump previously pledged to impose harsher legislation on migrants and launch the "largest deportation program in U.S. history."
Parliament committee head calls for defense minister's resignation as defense procurement scandal escalates
Umerov has been lambasted by pro-reform MPs and anti-corruption activists for what they see as his efforts to destroy the independence of the Defense Procurement Agency. Anti-corruption watchdogs have also argued that Umerov's actions jeopardize Western military aid for Ukraine.
Zelensky, Sandu say they are ready to meet Transnistria's energy needs
Earlier in the day, Maia Sandu arrived in Kyiv on an official visit to meet with Volodymyr Zelensky and discuss several issues, including the energy crisis.
Russia launches four drone strikes in Kharkiv during day
Russia targeted the Shevchenkivskyi, Kyivskyi, and Kholodnohirskyi districts, Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported.
US considers buying weapons for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets, Kellogg says
The approach can be part of a comprehensive solution that will support Ukraine in its war against Russia and strengthen the American defense industry, Keith Kellogg said.
Russian attacks across Ukraine injure 10 over past day
Russian forces launched 61 drones and two Kh-59/69 cruise missiles at Ukraine overnight.
Moldovan President Sandu arrives in Kyiv to meet Zelensky
"I bring a strong message of support for Ukraine and its people. Their courage secures our peace," Maia Sandu wrote on X.
General Staff: Russia has lost 828,470 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
This number includes 1,650 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.
SBU foils Russian missile plot on Ukrainian military institute, arrests cadet collaborating with FSB
An 18-year-old military cadet has been charged with treason for allegedly aiding Russian special services, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) reported on Jan. 24.
Foreign Ministry rejects Slovak PM's unfounded Ukrainian cyberattack claim
The Foreign Ministry denied Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's claim that Ukraine is connected to a cyberattack on Slovakia's national insurance company, according to a statement on the Ministry’s website on Jan. 24.
Russia lost over 20,000 units of military equipment since Feb. 24, 2022
The majority of these losses—15,051 units—were destroyed, while 852 were reported as damaged. Russian troops abandoned 1,113 units, and over 3,000 were captured by Ukrainian forces, according to an analysis by the Oryx project.
Zelensky says Putin wants to 'manipulate' Trump amid talk of peace negotiations
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s warning came after Putin expressed willingness to engage in talks with Donald Trump on Jan. 24 and praised the U.S. leader.
Rubio halts most foreign aid, including Ukraine assistance, Politico reports
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Jan. 24 new guidance that halts spending on most foreign aid grants for 90 days. This directive, which took State Department officials by surprise, appears to include funding for military assistance to Ukraine, according to Politico.
US arms exports reach record $318 billion in 2024 driven by Ukraine-related demand
The State Department described arms sales and transfers as "important U.S. foreign policy tools with potential long-term implications for regional and global security."
Ukraine war latest: 'More than 50 explosions’ — Massive drone strike targets Russian refinery, plants
Key developments on Jan. 24: * 'More than 50 explosions’ — Massive drone strike targets Russian refinery, plants * Russian army failing to outflank Pokrovsk, Ukraine's military says * Media investigation identifies over 90,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine * 'Utter bulls***' — Ukraine rejects Russia's demand to abandon NATO membership promise * Zelensky is
‘An opportunity, not a burden:’ Ukraine House Davos’s message for world leaders, investors
Over the last week, Ukraine House Davos opened its doors to world leaders and investors for the sixth year in a row during the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. Ukraine House this year was adorned with the slogan “Your Country First, Win With Us.” The message set the tone for
'Enough of Fico' — Slovaks flood the streets in nationwide anti-government protests
Protests erupted in more than 20 Slovak cities on Jan. 24 under the slogan "Slovakia is Europe," targeting the government of Prime Minister Robert Fico, Slovak media Aktuality reported.
Defense Minister Umerov dismisses top official who stood up to him
Ukraine’s lengthy efforts to clean up its weapons procurement are in danger of being unwound as the Defense Ministry strangleholds the Defense Procurement Agency, say anti-corruption activists and lawmakers. Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced on Jan. 24 that he would not renew the contract of Maryna Bezrukova, the head
What leverage does Trump have over Russia in Ukraine peace negotiations? Quite a lot, experts say
Only days after U.S. President Donald Trump returned to the White House, he dialed up the heat on Russia with a threat of sanctions, tariffs, and negotiating "the hard way" if Russian President Vladimir Putin fails to come to the table for a peace deal with Ukraine. Trump has
Ukraine reforming recruitment system to attract 18-25-year-olds, senior official says
The move comes amid pressure from U.S. lawmakers to lower the draft age, though President Volodymyr Zelensky has opposed lowering it to 18, arguing it would harm Ukraine's future prospects.
Putin claims Russia ready for Ukraine peace talks, questions legitimacy under Zelensky's decree
Russian President Vladimir Putin told reporters on Jan. 24 that Russia is ready for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump on ending the war in Ukraine.
'Utter bulls***' — Ukraine rejects Russia's demand to abandon NATO membership promise
The response comes after Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko criticized NATO's 2008 Bucharest Summit declaration, calling it "catastrophic for European security."
Media investigation identifies over 90,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine
Since the media outlets' last update in mid-January, the names of 1,964 Russian soldiers have been added to the list of casualties.
Ukraine repatriates 757 bodies of fallen soldiers
The vast majority of the bodies were recovered from the front in Donetsk Oblast.
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