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Russia unveiled a new ballistic missile, the Oreshnik, which officials claim is designed to carry a nuclear payload and cannot be intercepted by existing Western defense systems. This announcement was made in a statement directed at Estonian leadership. Domestically, Moscow grappled with security incidents including drone attacks that disrupted airports, the arrest of an alleged Moldovan intelligence agent, and a mysterious explosion reportedly causing significant military casualties.
Russia conducted large-scale attacks on Ukrainian cities including Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa, employing drones and a new hypersonic missile identified as the Oreshnik. These strikes caused civilian deaths, damaged critical infrastructure like power grids and a historic monastery, and triggered widespread heating failures during winter. Concurrently, Russian forces continued ground offensives in the Kharkiv region. In parallel, Arctic tensions escalated significantly. NATO members, including Germany and the UK, moved to bolster defenses and troop deployments in Greenland, citing the Russian threat. This prompted strong warnings from Russian officials and a major diplomatic dispute after statements about potential US sovereignty over Greenland sparked protests. Further afield, a US-UK operation seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, leading to a Russian naval escort, and the French Navy detained a tanker suspected of evading sanctions.
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The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) published daily assessments of Russian offensive campaign operations in Ukraine throughout January 2025. These reports document and analyze ongoing military actions on the front lines. The assessments provide a detailed, day-by-day account of battlefield developments, troop movements, and the strategic objectives of the Russian offensive.
Moscow reported drone attacks, which led to the temporary closure of some airports. Separately, Russia's Federal Security Service announced it had arrested an agent from Moldova's intelligence service.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow is seeking a durable peace in Ukraine that would ensure security for all parties. He met with three U.S. envoys for late-night talks on the conflict. Separately, Russia's envoy to Estonia reminded Prime Minister Kaja Kallas that no defense system could stop its Oreshnik missiles. Russia claimed a second Oreshnik missile strike on Ukraine was retaliation for an attack on a Putin residence, and Putin sent a warning to Ukraine and the West by using a weapon not deployed since 2024.
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Jan 30
Russia strikes Kyiv's power and heating systems during freezing winter weatherRussian forces launched strikes on Kyiv, damaging the city's energy infrastructure. The attacks left nearly half of the city without power and heating during a period of extreme cold, with temperatures dropping to -30°C. Trump said he asked Putin to pause strikes on Kyiv for one week due to the harsh winter conditions. The Kremlin confirmed it agreed to a temporary pause on strikes against Kyiv until Sunday at Trump's request. Zelensky said Ukraine would attend the World Economic Forum in Davos if it receives the necessary weapons for defense. He also ordered the finalization of a document on U.S. security guarantees.
Jan 30
Russia intensifies attacks on Kharkiv, targeting energy and logistics sitesRussian forces have launched a series of missile strikes on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, focusing on energy infrastructure and a major logistics hub. A strike destroyed a large energy facility, and another hit a terminal for Nova Poshta, a Ukrainian delivery company, killing four workers. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia appears to be shifting its strategy to target logistics and energy supplies. Meanwhile, Russia claims its ground forces have taken control of another settlement in the broader Kharkiv region.
Jan 13
Russia uses new Oreshnik hypersonic missile in attacks on UkraineRussia has used a new type of missile, called the Oreshnik, in strikes against targets in Ukraine. The missile is described as hypersonic, meaning it can travel at speeds many times faster than sound, and was reportedly used to hit an aircraft repair plant. Russian experts claim the weapon exposes weaknesses in Western air defense systems like the US Patriot.