Ukraine war latest: 9 dead, 13 injured in Russian drone strike on Sumy  

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**Key Developments in Ukraine Jan. 30**

A Russian attack on a residential building in Sumy killed nine people and injured 13 others.

* The attack happened around midnight local time, with two couples among the dead.
* eight-year-old child and an 18-year-old man are among those injured.
* Search and rescue operations at the site of the attack have concluded.

**Sweden Unveils Largest Package Ukraine**

Sweden has announced its largest military aid package for Ukraine, worth $1.2 billion.

* The package includes combat boats, ammunition, trucks, anti-tank missiles, and .
* Sweden’s minister said the funds will be used to prioritize Ukraine’s needs in areas such as artillery and -range strike abilities.

**Lithuania Open to Sending Peacekeepers to Ukraine**

Lithuania is considering deploying military personnel to Ukraine for a potential peacekeeping mission.

* The country’s chief commander said Lithuania should take responsibility for stability.
* The move comes amid discussions among Western countries about the possible deployment of peacekeepers to Ukraine if a is agreed upon with Russia.

**Russia Facing Equipment Shortages**

Russia is facing equipment shortages due to its depleted Soviet-era military stockpile.

* Much of the remaining equipment is in poor condition and unlikely to be repaired and deployed to the front lines.
* Russia has lost more than half of its available equipment, with hostilities potentially fading by late 2025 or early 2026.

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