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The US Congress is holding a joint session to formally count and certify the electoral votes from each state. In contrast to the dramatic events of 2021, this time the election process is expected to end calmly.

The President of Ukraine called naive the idea that putin wants to end the war. Zelenskyy also counts on the support of Trump, whom the russian dictator fears.

Zelensky spoke about the successes of the state's digitalization and the role of the Diia app in the fight against corruption. Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine's leadership in digital transformation and plans to cooperate with African countries.

The President of Ukraine said that only his son has real influence over him, and that oligarchs and other influential people cannot control him. Zelenskyy emphasized that he lives by the laws and rules of the state.

The President of Ukraine stated the need for tax reform to attract foreign investment. Zelensky spoke about the resources available in Ukraine and its readiness to cooperate with American companies.

The President spoke about Ukraine's most complex anti-corruption system in Europe and its results. Zelenskyy emphasized that corruption exists in the country, but all cases are severely punished.

The President of Ukraine spoke about the need to use frozen Russian assets to develop the military industry. Zelenskyy also discussed various forms of security guarantees and the importance of international partnership.

The President noted that peace and reliable air defense systems are necessary for the resumption of air traffic.

Such a scenario would be a small success for Ukraine.

In an interview, President Zelenskyy said it was important to inform Trump about the real situation with the war and Putin's intentions. He expressed hope that Trump would be able to end the war.

President Zelenskyy said he had asked the United States to impose sanctions on Russia before the full-scale invasion. The US refused, saying that it would impose them only after the Russian attack.

Ukraine's president said he could not attend Trump's inauguration without a direct invitation, especially during a time of war. Trump confirmed that he had not invited Zelenskyy, but was ready to receive him.

The six-day state funeral of the 39th US President Jimmy Carter has begun in Georgia. The ceremony will end on January 9 in Washington, D.C., where Joe Biden will deliver a eulogy, and all living former presidents are expected to attend.

The German opposition has noticed signs that a meeting between Scholz and Putin is being prepared for February 23. Roderich Kiesewetter warns that such talks could harm Ukraine's interests.

American podcaster Lex Friedman had a three-hour conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The podcast episode is scheduled to be released on Monday.

Law enforcement agencies in Washington are stepping up security due to three important events in 15 days. These include the certification of election results, Carter's funeral, and Trump's inauguration.

Tim Cook plans to personally donate $1 million to Donald Trump's inaugural committee. The inaugural committee aims to raise more than $150 million from various companies and individuals.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz commented on the criticism and support of Ilon Musk for the AdG party. He urged to keep cool, but expressed concern over the billionaire's interference in the German elections.

The US President plans to ban the development of oil and gas fields on 625 million acres of coastal territory. The ban will affect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and the eastern part of the Gulf of Mexico.

Donald Trump has announced the appointment of FoxNews journalist Tammy Bruce as press secretary of the US Department of State. Bruce will join the team of Secretary of State candidate Marco Rubio.

Donald Trump has selected Morgan Ortagus, a former State Department spokeswoman, to serve as deputy special envoy for peace. She will join Steve Witkoff's team to work on the Gaza peace process and the agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

The Biden administration is planning to introduce new rules that will limit China's access to powerful GPUs for AI. The restrictions are aimed at controlling global chip supplies and eliminating regulatory loopholes.

Judge Juan Merchant rejected a motion to overturn the verdict in the case of payments to the porn star, but hinted at avoiding imprisonment. Trump was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying documents.

Tesla reported a decline in annual sales in 2024 to 1. 79 million vehicles compared to 1.81 million in 2023. The decline is attributed to increased competition from Chinese and European manufacturers.

The President of Ukraine said that the hot phase of the war could end quickly if Trump's position is strong. According to Zelenskyy, the newly elected US president is waiting for him to visit him after the inauguration.

Russians are advancing in the east due to the lack of Ukrainian reserves and rotations. The front is expected to stabilize in January with new weapons from partners and foreign-trained troops.

Ukraine's president expressed support for the initiative to deploy a French military contingent, but believes that 2-3 more countries should be involved. Trump is positive about this idea.

Ukrainian officials refuse to talk about pressure from the United States on peace talks with Russia.

A Tesla Cybertruck truck caught fire near the Trump International Beach Resort hotel in Las Vegas. The police are investigating the cause of the incident, and there is no information about the victims.

The situation is exacerbated by potential tariffs from the US on Mexican goods and a decline in agave prices.