The dismissal of a Ministry of Defense official for insulting a defender and Drapaty's response to events in the 155th Brigade: key highlights from January 7th.
The Government Dismisses Velichko-Tryfonyuk from the Ministry of Veterans
The Cabinet of Ministers has dismissed Ruslana Velichko-Tryfonyuk from her position as Deputy Minister for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine responsible for European integration.
Just the day before, well-known volunteer and former military officer Yevgeny Shibalov, who had endured Russian captivity, revealed that he left the Ministry of Veterans due to humiliation from the leadership.
Drapaty's Reaction to the Situation in the 155th Brigade
The Commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Mykhailo Drapaty, commented on the situation surrounding the 155th Separate Mechanized Brigade: “A number of facts are present. I personally have a negative attitude towards all these manifestations and to the fact that improvements could have been made at all levels of management.”
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that the brigade is receiving additional personnel and is fulfilling its tasks in full strength.
Special Envoy Kellogg Postpones His Visit to Ukraine
According to Reuters, Kit Kellogg, who was appointed by newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump as the special envoy for the war in Ukraine, has postponed his visit to Kyiv and other European capitals.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine believes that he may come to Kyiv after Trump's inauguration. Meanwhile, the President's Office considers the postponement of the visit a “positive signal.”
Ukrainian Pilot on F-16 Destroys Six Cruise Missiles
During a massive attack in December 2024, a Ukrainian F-16 fighter destroyed six enemy cruise missiles in a single combat sortie. The Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine claim this is the first time in the history of the Fighting Falcon's use.
In Germany, a Couple Admits to Killing Two Ukrainians to Kidnap a Baby
A court case has started in Germany against a couple from Baden-Württemberg suspected of murdering two Ukrainians to kidnap a baby. The couple confessed to the crime, explaining that they wanted to have a daughter together.
The two accused stated that they regret their actions.
Trump Criticizes Biden for Supporting Ukraine's NATO Membership
President-elect Donald Trump criticized current American leader Joe Biden for his support of Ukraine's accession to NATO.
The politician emphasized that Russia has long held the position that NATO should not be involved with Ukraine. “It was as if carved in stone. And Biden said — no, they should have the ability to join NATO. Then Russia would have someone right at its doorstep, but I can understand their feelings about it,” Trump stated.
In Dnipro, During a Conflict with the TCC, a Man Stabbed a Soldier and a Policeman
A conflict occurred in Dnipro between a 45-year-old man and representatives of the TCC. During the argument, the man stabbed a policeman and a soldier, and subsequently claimed that he had also been injured.
The law enforcement officer and the soldier went to the hospital. The 45-year-old man filed a complaint with the police stating that a TCC employee had inflicted injuries on him.