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09.01.2026

The Day of the Oreshnik Strike on Kyiv

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 09.01.2026.

It displays 103 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

09.01.2026The Day of the Oreshnik Strike on Kyiv
On January 9, 2026, Ukrainian editors pivoted from diplomatic tracking to managing a severe domestic catastrophe. Overnight reporting focused on a massive combined aerial assault involving drones and missiles that struck Kyiv and Lviv, causing multiple civilian deaths and disabling heating and water systems during -10°C temperatures. By morning, the narrative sharpened around the Kremlin’s confirmation of a second 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile strike, which editors framed as a provocative escalation targeting areas near the EU border.
In the early afternoon, editorial priority shifted to a humanitarian crisis as Mayor Vitali Klitschko recommended residents evacuate the capital due to the collapse of thermal infrastructure. Simultaneously, the SBU released photos of missile debris to verify the use of the Oreshnik weapon. By evening, a political shockwave displaced the kinetic reporting: the sudden resignations of Prime Minister Shmyhal and Vice Prime Minister Fedorov, signaling a high-level government crisis alongside the ongoing bombardment.
09.01.2026
02:14

03:25 (01:25)Kyiv's Burning Night

Ukrainian editors have shifted focus to a lethal overnight escalation as a coordinated Russian drone and missile assault strikes Kyiv and Lviv. Reports highlight civilian fatalities, medical personnel injuries, and severe damage to critical infrastructure (Pravda, TSN, Liga.net, Glavcom, UNIAN, Ukrinform UA). This surge in kinetic warfare replaces previous discourse on maritime shadow tankers and front-line engagement statistics.
05:43
06:39
07:14

07:37 (05:37)Kyiv's Cold Thirst under Fire

Ukrainian editors have narrowed their focus to the immediate human and physical toll of a massive Russian combined strike on Kyiv. Outlets report fatalities, rising injury counts, and systemic failures in water and electricity supply (Liga.net, Pravda, UNIAN, Ukrinform UA, TSN). Kyiv Post bridges this kinetic reality with diplomatic stagnation, noting the friction between behind-the-scenes US security negotiations and the escalating Kremlin aggression.
07:49
08:18
09:01
09:09
09:23

09:24 (07:24)The Oreshnik Retaliation Myth

Ukrainian editors have shifted focus to the Kremlin's confirmation of a second Oreshnik ballistic missile strike, which Moscow frames as retaliation for alleged attacks on Putin's residence (Liga.net, Kyiv Post). Domestic outlets prioritize the mounting human cost in Kyiv, reporting rising fatalities and casualties following the overnight assault (Ukrinform UA, TSN, Pravda, UNIAN). Military reporting persists on the Pokrovsk sector's high-intensity clashes (Ukrinform, Glavcom).
11:21

14:19 (12:19)Klitschko Urges Winter Exodus

Editorial focus has intensified on the physical evidence and humanitarian consequences of the ballistic missile escalation. Sources are highlighting SBU disclosures regarding the Oreshnik missile debris found in the Lviv region (Pravda, Glavcom). Simultaneously, a coordinated narrative emphasizes the heating and infrastructure crisis in Kyiv, with editors amplifying Mayor Klitschko’s recommendation for residents to evacuate due to the loss of thermal services (UNIAN, Ukrinform UA, TSN).
15:15
Radio Svoboda

"Деньгами поманят или так заставят". Как воюют против Украины уроженцы Тувы

15:15 (13:15 in your timezone)
15:24
16:01
16:42

18:12 (16:12)The Resignation of the Ministers

Ukrainian editors have shifted focus to a political crisis as Prime Minister Shmyhal and Vice Prime Minister Fedorov reportedly resigned (Glavcom). This domestic upheaval coincides with the deepening 'Oreshnik' missile fallout; outlets are analyzing the physical debris found in Lviv (Ukrinform UA, Pravda) and the subsequent collapse of peace negotiations (Hromadske). Simultaneously, media continues to highlight the humanitarian emergency in freezing Kyiv (Kyiv Post, UNIAN, TSN).
19:23
19:40
Radio Svoboda

Два Татарстана. Почему на войне гибнет непропорционально больше жителей села

19:40 (17:40 in your timezone)
20:17

20:35 (18:35)Oreshnik Shadows the European Border

Ukrainian editors have consolidated their focus on the strategic implications of the 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile strikes. Outlets are highlighting President Zelenskyy’s observation that the targets are provocatively close to EU borders (Pravda, Ukrinform UA, Hromadske). Analysis has shifted from debris recovery to the psychological impact on peace negotiations and the humanitarian threat of a winter without heating (Liga.net, TSN, UNIAN).
22:16
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