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08.01.2025Death in Engels and Zaporizhzhia

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 08.01.2025.

It displays 127 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

08.01.2025Death in Engels and Zaporizhzhia
Ukrainian forces struck the Engels-2 airbase fuel depot in Saratov region, with military leadership confirming the hit by mid-morning. The facility supplied strategic bombers used for missile strikes against Ukraine.

Russian forces responded with a devastating strike on Zaporizhzhia's industrial zone using guided bombs. Initial reports of one casualty grew throughout the afternoon, reaching 13 dead and 63 wounded by evening. Search and rescue operations concluded by 7 PM.

The Pentagon announced plans to determine Ukraine's defense capabilities through 2027 at the upcoming Ramstein meeting, which Zelenskyy confirmed he would attend. Poland's defense minister suggested this could be the final Ramstein format meeting. Ground forces continued intense combat with 176 engagements reported, primarily near Pokrovsk and in the Kursk sectors, maintaining the operational tempo from previous days.
08.01.2025

03:30Three Alerts Over Kyiv

The newspapers report on three air raid alerts in Kyiv overnight (Glavcom), while discussing the Pentagon's announcement of plans to determine Ukraine's defense capabilities until 2027 at the upcoming Ramstein meeting (Pravda). Trump's statement about Putin seeking talks and his claim to end the war within six months receives significant coverage (Novoe Vremya, Ukrinform). Reports indicate Russian forces have largely occupied Kurakhove (UNIAN, TSN), though the most intense fighting is reported in the Pokrovsk direction (LB.ua).
04:40
NV

Деталі резонансної справи / Німець та його дружина-росіянка зізналася у вбивстві двох українок і викраденні немовляти у Німеччині

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05:54
NV

Наступи на самокатах та «зоопарк» дронів / Інтерв'ю NV з начальником розвідки Азова підполковником Дімітосом про плани россіян

05:54
06:24

06:42Energy Weapons and Engels Fire

The newspapers report on Russia's use of energy as a geopolitical tool, with Slovakia potentially threatening electricity imports to Ukraine and Russia weaponizing gas supplies (Liga.net, Kyiv Post). Multiple sources cover drone operations, including an attack on an oil storage facility at Engels airbase (Ukrinform UA). Military updates indicate Russian advances in Donbas, Kharkiv region, and Kursk oblast (UNIAN, DeepState), while Zelensky discusses EU accession progress for 2025 (Kyiv Post).
07:20
08:24

08:26Engels Fuel Storage Ablaze

The newspapers report on intense military activity, with 176 battles across the front (LB.ua, Ukrinform), particularly near Toretsk where Russian forces launched 9 attacks. A drone strike on Engels-2 airbase's fuel storage in Saratov region receives significant coverage (Novoe Vremya). Diplomatic tensions escalate as Ukraine's Foreign Ministry suggests Hungary should leave the EU if it prioritizes Russian gas interests over European solidarity (Liga.net).
09:44
10:40

11:22Engels Fuel Hit Confirmed

The newspapers extensively report on a confirmed Ukrainian strike on an oil depot near Engels-2 airbase in Saratov region, which supplied fuel to Russian strategic aircraft (Ukrinform, Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Pravda). A developing story concerns the 155th Brigade scandal, with new statements from the Ground Forces Commander (Glavcom, UNIAN). In Kyiv, health authorities report the first case of the Chinese virus (TSN).
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12:00
NV

«Трамп повертається, хаос теж» / Чому погрози Гренландії, Панамі, Канаді та заяви про Путіна в Мар-а-Лаго це більше, ніж трампізм — огляд ЗМІ

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14:33Engels Fuel Supply Disrupted

The newspapers report extensively on Ukrainian drone strikes at Russia's strategic facilities, with multiple sources confirming a hit on Engels oil depot that supplies fuel to strategic bombers (Kyiv Post, Pravda, Ukrinform). Defense officials discuss the potential end of the Ramstein format under a Trump administration, with Poland's defense minister suggesting it might be the last meeting (Liga.net, UNIAN). Reports indicate Russian pressure near Chasovyi Yar, Stupochky, and Toretsk (Ukrinform UA).
14:39

15:46Zaporizhzhia Death Toll Climbs

The newspapers extensively report on a Russian strike on industrial infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia, with casualty numbers rising throughout the day from initial reports of 1 dead and 30 wounded (Novoe Vremya, Pravda) to 13 dead and 18 wounded (Ukrinform UA). A separate story discusses declining public trust in Zelenskyy and growing cynicism among Ukrainians regarding peace talks (Liga.net).
15:51
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Удар РФ КАБами по Запоріжжю / Загинули 13 людей, 18 поранено — головне

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Удар РФ авіабомбами по Запоріжжю / 13 загиблих, 29 постраждалих, пошкоджено багатоповерхівки та промисловий об'єкт — головне

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16:39
Radio Svoboda

Генерал тиктока и фрик среди нацистов. Как рядом оказались Алаудинов и Мильчаков

16:39
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17:38Rheinmetall Rises as Zaporizhzhia Burns

The newspapers extensively cover a Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia, with casualty figures now at 13 dead and 29 wounded (Novoe Vremya, TSN, Pravda). German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall is reportedly expanding its presence in Ukrainian arms production as American manufacturers withdraw (Kyiv Post). Military analysts suggest Russian troop movements from Syria won't significantly impact Ukraine operations (Liga.net).
17:43
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Удар РФ авіабомбами по Запоріжжю / 13 загиблих, 32 постраждалих, пошкоджено багатоповерхівки та промисловий об'єкт — головне

17:43
18:39
Radio Svoboda

"Реагируют на трудности". Продажи алкоголя обновили исторический максимум

18:39
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19:29Zaporizhzhia's Final Count

The newspapers update on the Zaporizhzhia attack casualties, now at 13 dead and 33 wounded, with rescue operations concluded (Pravda, Ukrinform UA). Zelenskyy announces his participation in the upcoming Ramstein meeting, emphasizing Europe's need to "mature" in global security (Liga.net). Media outlets discuss Trump's recent NATO statements regarding Ukraine and his reported territorial ambitions (Novoe Vremya, TSN).
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21:51
NV

РФ скинула ФАБ-500 на Запоріжжя / 13 загиблих, 63 постраждалих, пошкоджено багатоповерхівки та промисловий об'єкт — головне

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23:45Zaporizhzhia Attack Claims Sixty-Three

The newspapers focus heavily on a Russian aerial attack on Zaporizhzhia, with updated casualty figures of 13 dead and 63 wounded (Novoe Vremya, TSN, Ukrinform UA). The General Staff reports 111 combat engagements along the frontline, with intense fighting near Pokrovsk and Kurakhove (Ukrinform). A separate report suggests Russia lost 400 troops in a single battle in Kursk region (UNIAN). Trump's special envoy proposes resolving the war within 100 days after inauguration (Pravda).