The National Bank raised the discount rate, occupiers seized Novovasilyivka. Main points for January 23.

The National Bank of Ukraine has decided to increase the discount rate from 13.5% to 14.5% annually. As of January 24 of this year, the rate will be raised. This decision has been made to support the stability of the currency market, control inflation expectations, change the inflation trend, and gradually reduce inflation to the target of 5%.

Serhiy Hnizdilov, a serviceman, is returning to duty after a public unauthorized absence. He pointed out the lack of established service terms in the army and the fact that citizens of Ukraine have an obligation to defend the state.

The SBU and police detained Russian agents in Zhytomyr who were planning to blow up police officers. The detentions and details of the terrorist plot were found in a soft children's toy and a box from a portable battery.

Ukrainian soldiers managed to stop the Russian invaders who occupied the village of Novovasilyivka in Donetsk Oblast and provided additional Time.

U.S. President Donald Trump urged Saudi Arabia to lower oil prices to end the war in Ukraine. He also accused Saudi Arabia and OPEC of prolonging the conflict.