Strategic Overview: February 1, 2025, 11:08 UTC

The military situation in Ukraine remains critical, with Russian forces maintaining offensive pressure and achieving significant advances, particularly in the Donetsk region. Velyka Novosilka is under complete Russian control, and the situation in Pokrovsk and Toretsk is increasingly precarious. Ukrainian defenses in Toretsk are nearing collapse, with less than 15% of the city under Ukrainian control. Russian forces are within 3 kilometers of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast administrative border and have reportedly cut off one of the two routes from Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) to Dnipro. In the Kramatorsk direction, Russian forces have advanced south of Rozlyv and expanded their control in the Dachne area.

The Russian Ministry of Defense has confirmed the liberation of Krymske in the Donetsk People's Republic. This further solidifies Russian control in the Toretsk area and adds to the pressure on Ukrainian defenses.

Drone warfare continues to intensify, with widespread drone attacks reported across multiple regions. Ukrainian forces are actively targeting Russian military assets and infrastructure, including a significant drone attack on the Nizhny Novgorod oil refinery, causing a massive fire.

The Ukrainian Air Force reports drones in Chernihiv and Kyiv Oblasts moving west, and drones in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast moving north towards Kharkiv Oblast. New reports also show drones in Kharkiv and Sumy Oblasts moving southwest, drones in Chernihiv and Kyiv Oblasts moving west, and drones in Zhytomyr Oblast moving southwest.

The Ukrainian counteroffensive in the Kursk region has stalled, with Russian forces regaining territory and reporting the capture of several settlements.

A nationwide air raid alert is in effect across Ukraine, signaling a significant escalation in aerial threats.

Germany and 18 other EU countries have called for expanded defense financing through the European Investment Bank.

Key Developments in the Last 6 Hours

• No Confirmed Major Ground Advances: No reports indicate significant territorial gains by either side in the last six hours, suggesting a period of consolidation or regrouping. The situation remains fluid, with continued fighting reported in several key areas.
• Air Raid Alerts Lifted: Air raid alerts have been lifted for the eastern regions, Kyiv, and the Zaporizhzhia region, suggesting a temporary decrease in the immediate threat of air attacks in these areas. However, the overall threat level remains high.
• Casualty Update in Poltava: The death toll in Poltava has risen to four, with seven injuries, including a child, following a Russian drone attack on a residential building. This underscores the continued targeting of civilian areas and the devastating impact of the conflict on civilian populations.
• Aftermath of Attack on Poltava: New photos and videos continue to emerge, showing the aftermath of the attack on Poltava, with damage to a residential building and reports of casualties. These visual accounts provide a stark reminder of the human cost of the conflict.
• Russian Military Recruitment: An advertisement for contract military service in the Russian Federation security agencies is shown, highlighting the benefits and requirements for candidates. This indicates ongoing efforts by Russia to bolster its military manpower.
• Analysis of Military Situation: A hand-drawn map shows the possible directions of Russian advances, with a focus on transport hubs and remaining Ukrainian fortifications. The author suggests that the pace of the Russian offensive will increase significantly in the near future. This assessment highlights the potential for further escalation and the need for Ukrainian forces to prepare for intensified attacks.
• Drone Operations in Kursk Region: Video footage shows the work of drone operators from the 83rd Guards Air Assault Brigade in the Kursk region, with reports of the capture and clearing of two strongholds south of Nikolaevo-Daryino. This indicates continued fighting and Russian advances in the Kursk region.
• Drone Strike on Turkish Equipment: Video footage shows the work of Kurdish SDF FPV drone operators targeting Turkish equipment and pro-Turkish militants. This highlights the involvement of other actors in the broader conflict and the use of drones in targeting enemy assets.
• Aftermath of Attack on Poltava: A new video shows the aftermath of an attack on Poltava, with a completely destroyed entrance to a building and reports of casualties. This further emphasizes the devastating impact of the conflict on civilian populations.
• Air Defense Operations: The Ukrainian Air Force reports shooting down two X-59/69 guided missiles, 46 Shahed drones, and other types of drones in various regions overnight. 15 enemy drones were lost without negative consequences. This demonstrates the continued effectiveness of Ukrainian air defense systems in countering Russian aerial threats.
• Drone Attack on Oil Refinery: The Ryazan oil refinery has suspended operations following a Ukrainian drone attack. The refinery processes nearly 5% of Russia's oil. The attack caused fires and damaged equipment. This highlights the vulnerability of Russian critical infrastructure to Ukrainian drone attacks.
• Drone Attack on Oil Refinery: Ukrainian forces are reportedly using drones to target and destroy a Russian oil refinery in Kstovo. Video evidence shows a fire at the "Lukoil-Nizhegorodnefteorgsintez" oil refinery, reportedly caused by a drone attack. This further emphasizes the Ukrainian strategy of targeting Russian energy infrastructure.
• Drone Attack on Oil Refinery: The Ryazan oil refinery, which processes 5% of Russia's oil, has reportedly been attacked by Ukrainian drones for the second time. This indicates a persistent effort by Ukrainian forces to disrupt Russian oil production.
• Explosions in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast: Explosions were reported in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast during an ongoing drone attack. This suggests a potential expansion of the conflict zone and the targeting of new areas by Russian forces.
• Drone Attack on Oil Refineries: Ukrainian forces used drones to attack oil refineries in Saratov, Kazan, Engels and military and energy facilities in Bryansk and Rostov. This highlights the Ukrainian strategy of targeting Russian energy infrastructure and military facilities.
• Drone Attack Aftermath in Kyiv Region: Video evidence shows the aftermath of a Ukrainian drone attack in the Kyiv region, with two multi-story buildings and six cars damaged. A fire also broke out at an enterprise, covering an area of 600 square meters. This demonstrates the continued threat to the Kyiv region and the potential for significant damage from drone attacks.
• Drone Shot Down in Energodar: In the center of Energodar, a Ukrainian drone was shot down. This indicates ongoing Ukrainian efforts to target the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and the surrounding areas.
• Updated Casualty Figures in Poltava: The death toll in Poltava has risen to three. This further emphasizes the devastating impact of the conflict on civilian populations.
• Drone Attack Aftermath in Poltava: New photos show the aftermath of the attack on Poltava, with the updated casualty figures. These visual accounts provide a stark reminder of the human cost of the conflict.
• Negotiations between Trump and Putin: There are unconfirmed reports that Donald Trump is already negotiating with Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine. Details are currently unknown. This development, if true, could have significant implications for the future of the conflict.
• Donetsk Lyceum Destroyed: Russian forces destroyed a lyceum in the Synelnykivskyi district of the Dnipropetrovsk region, also damaging a cultural center, religious institution, administrative building, post office, store, business, and 22 private homes. Electrical lines were also affected. This indicates a continued pattern of Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure.
• Toretsk Renamed: WarGonzo claims that Toretsk will soon be renamed Dzerzhinsk again, posting a video of their work in the area. This suggests a potential capture of the city by Russian forces and an attempt to erase Ukrainian identity.
• Russian Tank Withstands Ukrainian ATGM Attack: TASS reports that a Russian tank withstood a Ukrainian ATGM attack during the liberation of Novoelizavetovka in the DNR, citing a tank gunner-operator named Valeriy Grigoryev. This highlights the continued use of armored vehicles in the conflict and the potential for successful defensive measures.
• Website for Forced Mobilization Data: Rybar reports on a new website that collects data on forced mobilization and abductions by Ukrainian TCCs, mentioning the cases of Gonzalo Lira and an Odesa blogger. This indicates growing concerns about the methods used by Ukrainian authorities to mobilize troops.
• Death of Inna Volyanskaya: Alex Parker Returns comments on the death of Inna Volyanskaya, a bronze medalist in the USSR figure skating championship, in the Washington plane crash. This is a tragic event, but its relevance to the military situation is unclear.
• Annabelle Morozova Not on Crashed Plane: TASS reports that figure skater Annabelle Morozova was not on board the plane that crashed in Washington. This clarifies a potential connection to a prominent Russian figure, but its relevance to the military situation is unclear.
• Combat Operations near Kupyansk and Orlyanskoye: Slivochny Kapriz reports on active combat operations near Kupyansk and Orlyanskoye, claiming a successful hit on a Ukrainian BMP by Russian FPV drones. Provides coordinates and a source. This indicates continued fighting in the Kharkiv region.
• Drone Attack on Kharkiv: RBC-Ukraine reports a drone attack on Kharkiv, with preliminary information about a "Molniya" type UAV hitting a private sector in the Kholodnohirskyi district, damaging the glazing of a private house. This highlights the continued threat to the city of Kharkiv from drone attacks.
• Aftermath of Attack on Sumy: Shef Hayabusa shares images and a video of the aftermath of the attack on Sumy. This provides visual evidence of the impact of the conflict on civilian areas.
• Former Ukrainian Military Serviceman Captured: Operativny ZSU reports on a former Ukrainian military serviceman who betrayed his oath and is now fighting against Ukraine, captured. This highlights the complex dynamics of loyalty and betrayal in the conflict.
• Russian forces liberated Krymske in the Donetsk People's Republic. This is a significant development as it further solidifies Russian control in the Toretsk area and adds to the pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
• Russian forces carried out a group strike on the gas and energy infrastructure facilities that support the operation of Ukrainian military-industrial complex enterprises. This indicates a continued effort by Russian forces to target Ukraine's ability to produce and maintain military equipment.
• Ukrainian losses are reported as up to 320 soldiers in the "West" group's area of responsibility, up to 220 soldiers in the "South" group's area of responsibility, and over 130 soldiers and a Leopard tank in the "East" group's area of responsibility. These figures, if accurate, demonstrate the high intensity of the fighting and the significant losses being suffered by Ukrainian forces.
• Russian air defense forces shot down 10 HIMARS rockets and 108 Ukrainian drones in the past 24 hours. This highlights the continued importance of air defense in the conflict and the ongoing struggle for air superiority.
• Since the start of the special military operation, a total of 652 aircraft, 283 helicopters, 42,095 drones, 590 anti-aircraft missile systems, 20,984 tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, 1,511 MLRS combat vehicles, 21,100 field artillery guns and mortars, and 31,097 units of support military vehicles have been neutralised.
• Another Kremlin propagandist revealed: Alex Parker Returns shared an image of a social media post expressing distrust towards the Russian government and Kremlin media. This highlights the ongoing information warfare aspect of the conflict and the potential for internal dissent within Russia.
• Monument to the Defenders of Donetsk Oblast covered with anti-drone mesh: A photo was shared by Tsaplienko, showing the monument covered with anti-drone mesh. This indicates the importance of protecting symbolic landmarks from potential drone attacks.
• Enemy tactical aviation activity in the northeastern direction: The Ukrainian Air Force reported enemy tactical aviation activity in the northeastern direction, with a threat of using air-launched weapons for front-line areas. This highlights the continued threat of air attacks in these regions.
• Moldova forced to compromise with Transnistria: Rybar reported that Moldova was forced to make a temporary compromise with Transnistria and allow gas into the unrecognized republic. The EU allocated a grant to overcome the energy crisis in the region, and Russia provided a loan to Transnistria to pay for gas. This development suggests a potential shift in the dynamics between Moldova, Transnistria, and Russia.
• Aftermath of drone attack on Kharkiv: RBC-Ukraine shared a video and photos of the aftermath of a drone attack on Kharkiv, showing damage to a private residential building and a gas pipeline. A 60-year-old woman was killed, and four others were injured. This highlights the continued targeting of civilian infrastructure and the human cost of the conflict.
• Top manager of "Rosnano" arrested: Sever.Realii reported that a top manager of "Rosnano" was arrested for falsifying reports to hide the company's financial situation. This indicates potential internal issues within Russian state-owned companies.
• Mobile fire group of the "Steel Border" brigade shot down a Shahed drone: A video shared by Operativny ZSU shows a mobile fire group of the "Steel Border" brigade shooting down a Shahed drone in the Sumy direction. This demonstrates the effectiveness of Ukrainian mobile air defense units.
• Ukrainian forces destroyed in Hryhorivka: Colonelcassad shared a video and photos of destroyed Ukrainian soldiers in Hryhorivka, west of Selydove. The village was reportedly captured by the 15th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade. This indicates a Russian advance in the area.
• Hand grenades in a frying pan: Colonelcassad shared a photo of hand grenades stored in a frying pan, suggesting improvised handling of explosives. This highlights the potential for non-standard tactics and supply chain challenges.
• Discarded Ukrainian military clothing: Colonelcassad shared a photo of discarded Ukrainian military clothing, suggesting a recent Ukrainian presence in the area. This could indicate a potential loss or retreat of Ukrainian forces.
• Discarded Ukrainian military equipment: Colonelcassad shared a photo of discarded Ukrainian military equipment, including body armor and ballistic plates. This could indicate a hasty withdrawal or casualties among Ukrainian forces.
• Damaged Ukrainian military jacket: Colonelcassad shared a photo of a damaged Ukrainian military jacket, possibly indicating a combat casualty. This highlights the ongoing fighting and potential losses on the Ukrainian side.
• Damaged military helmets: Colonelcassad shared a photo of two military helmets, one intact and one damaged, suggesting a recent combat event and potential casualties.
• Trench with camouflage material: Colonelcassad shared a photo of a trench with camouflage material, possibly indicating a defensive position or a burial site. This suggests ongoing efforts to fortify positions and conceal movements.
• Deceased soldiers: Colonelcassad shared photos and a video of deceased soldiers, likely Ukrainian, highlighting the human cost of the conflict.
• Ground drone delivering ammunition and retrieving a hexacopter: Tsaplienko shared a video of a ground drone delivering ammunition to a remote position and retrieving a hexacopter that landed in a gray zone due to enemy electronic warfare. This demonstrates the use of advanced technology in the conflict and the challenges posed by electronic warfare.
• Oleg Ponomar's 2014 post on sanctions: Alex Parker Returns shared a 2014 post by Oleg Ponomar discussing the strategy of using economic sanctions to pressure an opponent. This highlights the long-term nature of the conflict and the use of economic warfare.
• Man who shot a military commissar detained: Tsaplienko reported that the man who shot a military commissar at a gas station in Pyriatyn was detained, along with the conscript who fled with him. This incident highlights the growing tensions surrounding mobilization in Ukraine.
• "Ukrainian Robin Hood" killed a military commissar: "Operatsiya Z" shared a post claiming that a "Ukrainian Robin Hood" killed a military commissar at a gas station in Pyriatyn while trying to save a conscript from being sent to the front. This narrative portrays the attacker as a hero, highlighting the internal conflict and resistance to mobilization.
• Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with a drone: The Office of the Prosecutor General reported that Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with a drone, killing one person and injuring four others. A pre-trial investigation has been launched. This highlights the continued targeting of civilian areas and the ongoing threat of drone attacks.
• Photos of the aftermath of the attack on Kharkiv: The Office of the Prosecutor General shared photos of the aftermath of the attack on Kharkiv, showing damage to a residential building and ongoing firefighting efforts. This provides visual evidence of the impact of the attack on civilian infrastructure.
• Top manager of "Rosnano" arrested: Sever.Realii reported that the top manager of "Rosnano", Marina Kasenkova, was arrested for falsifying reports to conceal the company's financial situation. This indicates potential internal issues within Russian state-owned companies and the ongoing efforts to address corruption.
• Mobile fire group of the "Steel Border" brigade shot down a Shahed drone: Operativny ZSU shared a video of a mobile fire group of the "Steel Border" brigade shooting down a Shahed drone in the Sumy direction. This demonstrates the effectiveness of Ukrainian mobile air defense units in countering Iranian-made drones.
• Destroyed Ukrainian soldiers in Hryhorivka: Colonelcassad shared a video and photos of destroyed Ukrainian soldiers in Hryhorivka, west of Selydove. The village was reportedly captured by the 15th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary. This indicates a Russian advance in the area and potential Ukrainian losses.
• Hand grenades stored in a frying pan: Colonelcassad shared a photo of hand grenades stored in a frying pan, suggesting an improvised and potentially unsafe method of handling explosives. This highlights the potential for non-standard tactics and the challenges of maintaining proper equipment and supplies in a conflict zone.
• Discarded Ukrainian military clothing: Colonelcassad shared a photo of discarded Ukrainian military clothing, suggesting a recent Ukrainian presence in the area. This could indicate a potential loss, retreat, or rotation of Ukrainian forces.
• Discarded Ukrainian military equipment: Colonelcassad shared a photo of discarded Ukrainian military equipment, including body armor and ballistic plates. This could indicate a hasty withdrawal, casualties, or the capture of Ukrainian equipment by Russian forces.
• Damaged Ukrainian military jacket: Colonelcassad shared a photo of a damaged Ukrainian military jacket, possibly indicating a combat casualty. This highlights the ongoing fighting and potential losses on the Ukrainian side.
• Damaged and intact military helmets: Colonelcassad shared a photo of two military helmets, one intact and one damaged, suggesting a recent combat event and potential casualties. This provides further evidence of the intensity of the fighting in the area.
• Trench with camouflage material: Colonelcassad shared a photo of a trench with camouflage material, possibly indicating a defensive position or a burial site. This suggests ongoing efforts to fortify positions and conceal movements.
• Deceased soldiers: Colonelcassad shared photos and a video of deceased soldiers, likely Ukrainian, highlighting the human cost of the conflict. These images are graphic and could be used for propaganda purposes by either side.
• Ground drone delivering ammunition and retrieving a hexacopter: Tsaplienko shared a video of a ground drone delivering ammunition to a remote position and retrieving a hexacopter that landed in a gray zone due to enemy electronic warfare. This demonstrates the use of advanced technology in the conflict, the importance of logistics, and the challenges posed by electronic warfare.
• Oleg Ponomar's 2014 post on sanctions: Alex Parker Returns shared a 2014 post by Oleg Ponomar discussing the strategy of using economic sanctions to pressure an opponent. This highlights the long-term nature of the conflict and the use of economic warfare alongside military operations.
• Man who shot a military commissar detained: Tsaplienko reported that the man who shot a military commissar at a gas station in Pyriatyn was detained, along with the conscript who fled with him. This incident highlights the growing tensions surrounding mobilization in Ukraine and the potential for violence against military personnel involved in the process.
• "Ukrainian Robin Hood" killed a military commissar: "Operatsiya Z" shared a post claiming that a "Ukrainian Robin Hood" killed a military commissar at a gas station in Pyriatyn while trying to save a conscript from being sent to the front. This narrative portrays the attacker as a hero, highlighting the internal conflict and resistance to mobilization within Ukraine.
• Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with a drone: The Office of the Prosecutor General reported that Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with a drone, killing one person and injuring four others. A pre-trial investigation has been launched into this war crime. This highlights the continued targeting of civilian areas and the ongoing threat of drone attacks in the region.
• Photos of the aftermath of the attack on Kharkiv: The Office of the Prosecutor General shared photos of the aftermath of the attack on Kharkiv, showing damage to a residential building and ongoing firefighting efforts. This provides visual evidence of the impact of the attack on civilian infrastructure and the efforts of emergency services to respond.
• Suspects detained for disrupting mobilization and calling for no donations to the Armed Forces: The Office of the Prosecutor General reported on the suspicion of five members of a public organization who, for ideological reasons, allegedly obstructed the activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, attempted to undermine trust in the military, and reduce the number of people willing to defend Ukraine and financially support the army. They are accused of obstructing the lawful activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The suspects created an illegal organization that promoted Marxist and communist ideology. They had a branched structure with regional cells and a "Central Committee" consisting of six people. Members of the organization spread their propaganda through a YouTube channel, a Telegram community, and propaganda leaflets, which were posted in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Poltava, Odesa, and Donetsk regions. In their materials, they manipulatively formed a negative attitude towards the Ukrainian military. Propagandists urged people not to join the army, imposing the idea that others should fight. They also actively promoted the narrative that one should not donate to drones, thermal imagers, and other needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Separately, in their publications, they used emotional statements, allegedly on behalf of women, in order to persuade the wives of conscripts to resist mobilization. They convinced men to avoid service, spreading the idea that fighting was not their duty. The examination confirmed that the videos and leaflets distributed by the organization contain signs of destructive information and psychological influence aimed at undermining the mobilization campaign and obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. During 19 searches in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Odesa, law enforcement officers seized propaganda materials, equipment, communist literature, and other symbols. The investigation is ongoing. Pre-trial investigation is carried out by investigators of the Main Directorate of the Security Service of Ukraine in Kyiv and Kyiv region under the operational support of the Main Directorate of the Cyber Security Department of the Security Service of Ukraine. This highlights the ongoing information warfare and attempts to undermine public support for the war effort.
• Monument to the defenders of Donetsk Oblast being fortified with anti-drone mesh: Operativny ZSU shared a photo of the monument to the defenders of Donetsk Oblast being fortified with anti-drone mesh. This indicates the importance of protecting symbolic landmarks from potential drone attacks and the ongoing threat posed by enemy drones.
• Chekists exposed representatives of the Ministry of Defense who traded in air defense systems: "Operatsiya Z" shared a video reporting that the Reutov military court sentenced the former head of the military representative office of the Ministry of Defense at the "Scientific Production Enterprise "Istok" named after A.I. Shokin" Tehan and his deputy Sikhov to 7 years in prison for stealing and selling products of the defense enterprise. Both were also fined 700,000 rubles each and stripped of all military ranks. The convicts must return 102 million rubles of damage to the "Scientific Production Enterprise "Istok"". From 2012 to 2021, Tehan and his deputy removed and sold more than 200 products (!) used for the production of radar systems for anti-aircraft missile systems. The scheme was as follows: the head of the enterprise's laboratory, on Tehan's instructions, made technical documentation, where she claimed that the batch was defective and subject to disposal. After that, serviceable parts of the air defense radar systems were taken out for subsequent resale. This highlights the ongoing issue of corruption within the Russian military-industrial complex and its potential impact on the availability of critical defense systems.
• The number of deaths in Poltava has increased to four: ASTRA reported that the number of deaths resulting from the attack on a high-rise building in Poltava has increased to four. This further underscores the devastating impact of the conflict on civilian populations.
• Russian troops liberated Krymske in the Donetsk People's Republic: NgP raZVедка reported that Russian troops liberated Krymske in the Donetsk People's Republic, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. This indicates a Russian advance in the area and the capture of a settlement previously held by Ukrainian forces.
• A military man was abducted and sent as a suicide bomber on the assault: The mother of a soldier, Artyom Burmushev, reported that her son was abducted by other soldiers while going for groceries in the combat zone. She last spoke with him on December 23, 2024. The woman claims that soldiers with the call signs "Kon" and "Koshmar" took Artyom and his comrade to an isolation ward with a bag on their heads and in handcuffs, where they were held for 5 days. Then, political officer Ramil Ismailov rewrote their data and sent them on an assault. The woman demands punishment for all those involved in the abduction, illegal detention, and possible murder of her son and asks to remove his status as "AWOL". This report highlights the potential for abuse and mistreatment within the Russian military and the challenges faced by soldiers and their families.
• The attacker on a soldier of the Poltava Regional Military Commissariat and Social Support and the escaped conscript have been detained: The Poltava Regional Military Commissariat and Social Support reported that the attacker and the escaped conscript have been detained, and the weapon has been found. Criminal cases have been opened, and investigative actions are ongoing. This development indicates a swift response by law enforcement to the incident.
• Russian army liberated Krymske: Kotsnews reported that the Russian army liberated the village of Krymske in the Bakhmut district. The village is located on the northeastern outskirts of Toretsk (Dzerzhinsk). After the loss of the village, the enemy retains presence only on the territory of the "Toretskaya" mine. The fighters of the "Center" group are currently suppressing the last pockets of resistance. The liberation of Toretsk and Chasiv Yar opens the way for the Russian army to the city of Konstantinovka, the southern bastion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine's fortified area in the agglomeration of Konstantinovka - Druzhkovka - Kramatorsk - Slavyansk. This report highlights a significant Russian advance in the Donetsk region and the potential for further offensive operations.
• Good Donald imposing tariffs on everyone: Starshe Eddy expressed an opinion that Donald Trump's potential imposition of tariffs on everyone, including close neighbors and allies, could lead to America's overstrain. This reflects concerns about the potential economic and political consequences of such a policy.
• Three policemen killed in an airstrike in Yunakivka community of Sumy region: Operativny ZSU reported that three policemen were killed in an airstrike in the Yunakivka community of Sumy region during the night of February 1. This highlights the continued threat of air attacks and the risks faced by law enforcement personnel in the conflict zone.
• The shooter of a military commissar at a gas station in the Poltava region identified: The National Police reported that the man who shot a military commissar at a gas station in the Poltava region was a resident of Poltava region, born in 1984. His accomplice is a resident of Poltava, born in 1988. The issue of notifying the suspects and choosing preventive measures is being resolved. This provides further details on the identity of the perpetrators and the ongoing investigation.
• Interview with Janus Putkonen on Russian NTV channel: Janus Putkonen - Uutisia ja kuulumisia - SÄHKEET/TIEDOTTEET (MV-Lehti & Verkkomedia) shared a photo and caption about spending two hours in front of cameras for an interview with Russian NTV channel for a documentary - "The Truth about Donbass", in Lugansk youth house. This indicates ongoing efforts to shape the narrative around the conflict in the Donbas region.
• Good news about payments to mothers-heroines: Dnevnik Desantnika reported that mothers-heroines will receive a monthly payment of 72.4 thousand rubles. This highlights social support measures implemented by the Russian government.
• Drone operators saved their comrades: Archangel Spetsnaza shared a video of drone operators detecting and destroying an enemy "Baba Yaga" drone carrying a mine, thus saving their comrades. This demonstrates the effectiveness of drones in countering enemy threats and protecting friendly forces.
• Destroyed Ukrainian soldiers near Selydove: Colonelcassad shared a video of destroyed Ukrainian soldiers near Selydove, claiming they were from the liberated Hryhorivka, taken by the 15th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade. This indicates ongoing fighting in the area and potential Ukrainian losses.
• Grenades in a frying pan: Colonelcassad shared a photo of grenades in a frying pan with the caption "Crazy about war," possibly indicating improvised storage or handling of explosives. This highlights the potential for non-standard tactics and the challenges of maintaining proper equipment and supplies in a conflict zone.
• Discarded Ukrainian military jacket: Colonelcassad shared a photo of a discarded Ukrainian military jacket, suggesting a recent Ukrainian presence in the area. This could indicate a potential loss, retreat, or rotation of Ukrainian forces.
• Discarded Ukrainian body armor: Colonelcassad shared a photo of discarded Ukrainian body armor, suggesting a hasty withdrawal or casualties. This highlights the potential for losses and the intensity of the fighting in the area.
• Damaged Ukrainian military jacket: Colonelcassad shared a photo of a damaged Ukrainian military jacket, possibly indicating a combat casualty. This underscores the ongoing fighting and potential losses on the Ukrainian side.
• Damaged and intact military helmets: Colonelcassad shared a photo of two military helmets, one intact and one damaged, suggesting a recent combat event and potential casualties. This provides further evidence of the intensity of the fighting in the area.
• Trench with camouflage: Colonelcassad shared a photo of a trench with camouflage material, possibly indicating a defensive position or a burial site. This suggests ongoing efforts to fortify positions and conceal movements.
• Deceased soldiers: Colonelcassad shared photos and a video of deceased soldiers, likely Ukrainian, highlighting the human cost of the conflict. These images are graphic and could be used for propaganda purposes by either side.
• Ground drone used to deliver supplies and retrieve a downed drone: Tsaplienko shared a video of a ground drone from the 93rd Brigade delivering ammunition to a remote position and retrieving a "Kazhan" hexacopter that was forced to land in a gray zone due to enemy electronic warfare. This demonstrates the use of advanced technology in the conflict, the importance of logistics, and the challenges posed by electronic warfare.
• Satirical drawing about the war: Alex Parker Returns shared a hand-drawn satirical depiction of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, using internet meme formats and exaggerated language. This highlights the use of humor and satire to comment on the war and its impact.
• Man detained for shooting a military commissar: Tsaplienko reported that the man who shot a military commissar at a gas station in Pyriatyn was detained, along with the conscript who fled with him. This incident highlights the growing tensions surrounding mobilization in Ukraine and the potential for violence against military personnel involved in the process.
• "Ukrainian Robin Hood" killed a military commissar: "Operatsiya Z" shared a post claiming that a "Ukrainian Robin Hood" killed a military commissar at a gas station in Pyriatyn while trying to save a conscript from being sent to the front. This narrative portrays the attacker as a hero, highlighting the internal conflict and resistance to mobilization within Ukraine.
• Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with a drone: The Office of the Prosecutor General reported that Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with a drone, killing one person and injuring four others. A pre-trial investigation has been launched into this war crime. This highlights the continued targeting of civilian areas and the ongoing threat of drone attacks in the region.
• Photos of the aftermath of the attack on Kharkiv: The Office of the Prosecutor General shared photos of the aftermath of the attack on Kharkiv, showing damage to a residential building and ongoing firefighting efforts. This provides visual evidence of the impact of the attack on civilian infrastructure and the efforts of emergency services to respond.
• Top manager of "Rosnano" arrested: A top manager of "Rosnano" was reportedly arrested for falsifying reports. This suggests potential internal issues within Russian state-owned companies.
• Mobile fire group shot down a Shahed drone: A video showed a mobile fire group shooting down a Shahed drone. This demonstrates the effectiveness of Ukrainian air defenses against Iranian-made drones.
• Ukrainian soldiers destroyed in Hryhorivka: A video and photos showed destroyed Ukrainian soldiers in Hryhorivka. This indicates a Russian advance in the area and potential Ukrainian losses.
• Grenades in a frying pan: A photo showed grenades in a frying pan, suggesting improvised handling of explosives. This highlights the potential for non-standard tactics and supply chain challenges.
• Discarded Ukrainian military clothing: A photo showed discarded Ukrainian military clothing, suggesting a recent Ukrainian presence in the area. This could indicate a potential loss or retreat of Ukrainian forces.
• Discarded Ukrainian military equipment: A photo showed discarded Ukrainian military equipment, including body armor. This could indicate a hasty withdrawal or casualties among Ukrainian forces.
• Damaged Ukrainian military jacket: A photo showed a damaged Ukrainian military jacket, possibly indicating a combat casualty. This highlights the ongoing fighting and potential losses on the Ukrainian side.
• Damaged and intact military helmets: A photo showed two military helmets, one intact and one damaged, suggesting a recent combat event and potential casualties. This provides further evidence of the intensity of the fighting in the area.
• Trench with camouflage material: A photo showed a trench with camouflage material, possibly indicating a defensive position or a burial site. This suggests ongoing efforts to fortify positions and conceal movements.
• Deceased soldiers: Photos and a video showed deceased soldiers, likely Ukrainian, highlighting the human cost of the conflict. These images are graphic and could be used for propaganda purposes by either side.
• Ground drone used for logistics and drone retrieval: A video showed a ground drone delivering ammunition and retrieving a downed hexacopter. This demonstrates the use of advanced technology in the conflict, the importance of logistics, and the challenges posed by electronic warfare.
• Oleg Ponomar's 2014 post on sanctions: A 2014 post by Oleg Ponomar discussed the strategy of using economic sanctions to pressure an opponent. This highlights the long-term nature of the conflict and the use of economic warfare alongside military operations.
• Man detained for shooting a military commissar: The man who shot a military commissar at a gas station in Pyriatyn was detained, along with the conscript who fled with him. This incident highlights the growing tensions surrounding mobilization in Ukraine and the potential for violence against military personnel involved in the process.
• "Ukrainian Robin Hood" narrative: A post claimed that a "Ukrainian Robin Hood" killed a military commissar to save a conscript. This narrative portrays the attacker as a hero, highlighting internal conflict and resistance to mobilization.
• Russian drone attack on Kharkiv: Russian forces attacked Kharkiv with a drone, killing one and injuring four. This highlights the continued targeting of civilian areas.
• Photos of the aftermath in Kharkiv: Photos showed damage to a residential building and ongoing firefighting efforts in Kharkiv. This provides visual evidence of the impact on civilian infrastructure.
• Suspects detained for anti-mobilization activities: Five members of a "pro-Kremlin" organization were detained for allegedly obstructing mobilization and inciting distrust in the military. This highlights ongoing efforts to counter internal subversion and maintain public support for the war effort.
• Monument in Donetsk Oblast fortified with anti-drone mesh: A photo showed a monument in Donetsk Oblast being fortified with anti-drone mesh, indicating the importance of protecting symbolic landmarks and the threat posed by drones.
• **Corruption in Russian Ministry