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Ukrainian Forces Deny Russian Gains Amid Escalating Attacks

1/9/2026

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On January 8, 2026, Ukrainian 'Kursk' Group of Forces denied DeepState mapping project reports that Russian forces recaptured Andriivka in Sumy Oblast, liberated in August 2025.
Russian drone strikes hit Ukrainian energy infrastructure, leaving Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts powerless as freezing temperatures approached.
In Kherson, a Russian strike killed three.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a draft security agreement with the United States is ready for approval after discussions with allies.

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On January 8, 2026, Ukrainian 'Kursk' Group of Forces denied DeepState mapping project reports that Russian forces recaptured Andriivka in Sumy Oblast, liberated in August 2025.
Russian drone strikes hit Ukrainian energy infrastructure, leaving Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts powerless as freezing temperatures approached.
In Kherson, a Russian strike killed three.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a draft security agreement with the United States is ready for approval after discussions with allies.