Naftogaz Group received 50 million euros from the EIB to ensure critical gas imports and support Ukraine's energy resilience during winter. The funds will allow for the purchase of fuel for combined heat and power plants and stable gas supply, and will also be reinvested in renewable energy.
On January 30, an uncontrolled fall of the second stage of the Chinese ZQ 3 R/B rocket is expected on European territory. The object, 13 meters long and weighing 11 tons, poses a potential danger to the southern regions of Denmark and the Baltic states.
Spanish EF-18Ms intercepted Russian Su-30SMs over the Baltic Sea. The Russian aircraft were flying without flight plans and with transponders turned off; one of them was fully armed.
Rapid snowmelt has undermined a support of the main gas pipeline in Zakarpattia, threatening to disconnect almost 5,800 subscribers. An operational headquarters has been deployed to prevent an accident, and repair options are being considered.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will not attend the key NATO meeting on February 12, 2026; Elbridge Colby will go instead. Colby is known as a proponent of reducing the US military presence in Europe, which causes concern among allies.
The European Union plans to provide Ukraine with the first tranche of financial assistance within the framework of a new 90 billion euro loan package in April. This assistance is designed for 2026-2027, of which 60 billion euros will go to military needs, and 30 billion euros - to budget support.
Estonia has proposed to the EU Council an indefinite entry ban for all Russian military personnel who participated in the war against Ukraine. This is intended to prevent the legalization of these individuals in the Schengen area after the end of hostilities.
The partisan movement "ATESH" reports that the headquarters of Russia's 22nd Motorized Rifle Regiment reported rapid successes in Kupyansk. Russian assault units found themselves surrounded without artillery support due to false reports.
Atlantic cyclone "Christine" caused the death of five people and left 850,000 residents of Portugal without power. Wind speeds reached 178 km/h, destroying infrastructure.
A Satena airline plane crashed in northeastern Colombia, killing all 15 passengers and crew members. Among the victims are local legislator Diogenes Quintero and congressional candidate Carlos Salcedo.
Brent crude prices exceeded $69 per barrel, and WTI – $64, due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The market is also affected by reduced US inventories and a winter storm.
Indonesia's wealthiest businessmen lost $22 billion due to MSCI's doubts about the transparency of the stock market. This caused a collapse in Jakarta stock exchange quotes and a massive sell-off of assets by investors.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine updated data on Russian occupation losses as of January 29. 830 invaders were eliminated and a significant amount of equipment was destroyed during the day.
Global gold and silver prices are rising: gold reached $5591 per ounce, silver – about $120. This is happening against the backdrop of a weakening dollar and an increase in US national debt.
The US presented a strategy for the demilitarization of Gaza to the UN Security Council, which includes buying back weapons from militants. The plan aims to remove Hamas from power and destroy its military infrastructure under international supervision.
Norway will purchase South Korean K239 Chunmoo MLRS for $2 billion. This will strengthen defense in the Arctic regions and deter Russian aggression.
The European Union is preparing to list Iran's IRGC as a terrorist group after a change in France's position. This decision will be a response to the brutal suppression of protests in Iran and will lead to the freezing of the organization's assets.
Tesla is investing $2 billion in Elon Musk's AI startup xAI, despite a failed shareholder vote. This will allow the integration of neural networks into physical products and accelerate the development of robotaxis.
A Pentagon report revealed that US military bases are defenseless against drones due to legislative confusion. This creates legal paradoxes and makes timely response to threats impossible.
General Motors Co. demonstrated impressive financial results for the fourth quarter, which sparked a wave of optimism among leading analysts. The company exceeded profit expectations and presented an ambitious development plan for 2026.
Singer Springsteen presented his new song, in which he ridiculed Trump's policies and ICE's involvement in Minneapolis.
The Trump administration has decided to hand over the supertanker M/T Sophia, detained by the US Coast Guard in January 2026, to the Venezuelan authorities. This is the first time a vessel from the "shadow fleet" has been returned after the naval blockade of Venezuela.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced improved relations with Venezuela, which removes the question of immediate use of force. The US is satisfied with the actions of the new government and is preparing to open an embassy.
Ecuador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported an attempt by an ICE agent to enter their consulate in Minneapolis. Official Quito sent a note of protest, considering this a violation of diplomatic immunity.
The U. S. Marshals Service is investigating a hack of government accounts holding confiscated digital assets. Over $60 million has been withdrawn from the wallets, raising questions about the security of federal digital holdings.
US President Donald Trump called on Iran to negotiate on a nuclear deal, warning of the consequences of refusal. Tehran declared full combat readiness and threatened retaliatory strikes.
Russian drones attacked the private sector in Vilniansk, Zaporizhzhia region. Three people were killed and one person was injured as a result of the strike.
The Democratic minority in the US Senate blocked a government funding package, demanding restrictions on Trump's immigration agents. This occurred two days before the deadline, threatening a shutdown of key government agencies.
Google is integrating the Gemini AI agent into Chrome, which will be able to interact with websites, fill out forms, and perform routine tasks independently. The feature will be available in the US for AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers, allowing AI to take over complex online processes.
Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine will not be able to join the EU by 2027, as the integration process requires compliance with strict standards. He emphasized the unreality of rapid accession.
