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Trump said that lower OPEC+ oil prices are key to ending the war in Ukraine. In his opinion, a reduction in russia's oil revenues will force Putin to stop military action.

87 US non-governmental organizations have signed a joint letter opposing the nomination of Robert Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health. A hearing on his nomination will be held in the Senate on January 29.

The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, commented on Putin's statements about negotiations with the United States on the fate of Ukraine without its participation. Yermak emphasized that such a format of negotiations is impossible in the modern world.

Elon Musk has publicly criticized Trump's massive $500 billion artificial intelligence initiative. The president's headquarters is outraged by Musk's actions, who uses his influence to criticize the Stargate project.

At the Davos forum, Christine Lagarde declared Europe's readiness to accept American specialists. The ECB is seeking to attract talent and investment from the US, despite the region's slower economic growth.

In an interview with a Russian state media outlet, the Russian president spoke about his business and trusting relationship with Donald Trump. Putin also characterized these relations as pragmatic.

The Bank of Japan has raised interest rates to 0. 5%, the highest level since 2008, amid rising wages. The central bank is ready to raise rates further to achieve its 2% inflation target.

The US President plans to visit North Carolina after the hurricane and Los Angeles after the fires. Trump criticizes the Biden administration and considers FEMA reform for disaster payments.

Liam Mooney designed hats with the inscription “Canada is not for sale” in response to Trump's threats of tariffs. The hat went viral after the Ontario premier wore it at a meeting with Trudeau.

Brent and WTI crude oil show a weekly drop of 3-4% after Trump's statements about increasing US production. The President demands that OPEC and Saudi Arabia reduce prices and increase investment in the US.

Peskov said that Putin was ready to contact US President Donald Trump. Earlier, Trump called on Putin to end the war in Ukraine and announced a possible meeting.

The White House announced the detention of 538 illegal immigrants, including a terrorist suspect. Among the detainees are members of the Tren de Aragua gang and people convicted of crimes against minors.

Republican Andy Ogles has proposed an amendment to the US Constitution that would allow Trump to run for a third term. Trump himself has previously stated that he does not intend to run for more than two terms.

At a forum in Davos, Trump said that the United States does not need Canadian energy, cars, or timber. He threatens to impose a 25% duty on Canadian imports starting February 1.

The United States has officially notified the UN of its withdrawal from the WHO, which will take place on January 22, 2026. Trump accused the organization of mismanaging the pandemic, which threatens to lose 18% of WHO funding.

European officials are trying to get the Trump administration to guarantee U. S. involvement in Ukraine's security. Allies agree that U.S. troops are necessary for the credibility of the peacekeeping force.

The US State Department issued a memorandum banning the display of any flags other than the American flag in consular offices. This cancels the previous practice of displaying LGBTQ+ and Black Lives Matter flags.

Donald Trump said that Zelensky was “no angel” and should not have allowed the war, as he could have made a deal. The US President also threatened Putin with new sanctions and declared his readiness to reach agreement with him.

The U. S. Senate has voted to advance Pete Hegseth's nomination for Secretary of Defense by a 51-49 vote. The final confirmation vote for the former Fox News host and U.S. military veteran will take place on Friday.

The Trump administration intends to stop funding the Pentagon's Center of Excellence for Civil Defense. The decision to close the office, which was established in 2023, requires Congressional approval.

John Ratcliffe became the new CIA director after a vote in the US Senate with a result of 74 in favor and 25 against. Democrats expressed concerns about his political impartiality.

US President Donald Trump has ordered the publication of classified documents on the assassinations of John and Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King. The declassification plan must be submitted within 15 days.

The US President signed a decree establishing a working group on digital asset markets and developing a federal regulatory framework. The document prohibits the issuance of digital currencies by the central bank and provides for the creation of a strategic stock of crypto assets.

Federal Judge John Kougenour imposed a 14-day ban on the implementation of Trump's executive order restricting American citizenship by birthright. The judge called the decree “clearly unconstitutional” and granted the request of the Washington Attorney General.

Marco Rubio is planning a visit to five Latin American countries, including Panama, where he will discuss migration and the Panama Canal issue. The trip will be Rubio's first foreign visit as secretary of state.

Donald Trump has pardoned two Washington, D. C. police officers convicted of killing 20-year-old Karon Hilton-Brown in 2020. The decision followed the pardon of 1,500 participants in the storming of the Capitol.

An adviser to the head of the OP said that negotiations with Russia are possible only after it realizes its economic losses. The process will take place on the basis of consensus between Europe, the United States and Ukraine.

The Pentagon has confirmed that Trump's executive order on a 90-day pause in international support does not apply to military assistance to Ukraine. The document only affects development programs, not USAI and PDA contracts.

Ukraine views China as a key player in influencing Russia to achieve a just peace. In 2024, Ukrainian-Chinese relations intensified, and further development of contacts at all levels is planned.

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that censorship is necessary in times of war, but not like in North Korea. According to him, it helps to keep military operations secret.