Finnish President Alexander Stubb has expressed a desire to meet with Donald Trump to discuss Greenland, proposing "sauna diplomacy. " Stubb is also concerned that attention to Greenland could distract from Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized US foreign policy and trade demands aimed at weakening Europe. He warned against sliding into a policy of "the law of the strongest" at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
The special representative of the Russian dictator, Kirill Dmitriev, arrived at the negotiating platform in Davos. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov did not confirm Dmitriev's meeting with Trump.
European countries, including Norway, Germany, Poland, and the Baltic states, are actively preparing for a potential war with Russia by increasing defense budgets and strengthening infrastructure. Some states, like Norway, are considering the possibility of confiscating civilian property for defense needs.
Ursula von der Leyen stated the need for a new form of European independence due to geopolitical upheavals. She emphasized the importance of trade agreements and cooperation with the United States.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared the inviolability of Greenland's and Denmark's sovereignty. She emphasized the strengthening of security measures in the Arctic and the EU's readiness to cooperate with the US.
EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas said that no country has the right to seize another's territory, comparing Trump to Putin. She added that Trump's threat to impose tariffs undermined the prosperity of the EU and the US.
A year has passed since the inauguration of Donald Trump, marked by a decrease in illegal immigration and the failure of his promise regarding the war in Ukraine. There were also conflicts with Elon Musk, the 'Epstein files' scandal, and tensions with European allies over Greenland.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen had not approached him with a request to send Ukrainian troops to Greenland. The President emphasized that all Ukrainian military personnel are at the front due to the war.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine spent 80 million euros on air defense missiles for today's attack. He noted that it is becoming increasingly difficult to find these missiles and the funds for them.
President Zelenskyy is concerned about the shift of focus from Ukraine due to events around Greenland. He emphasized that the only way to end the war is through pressure on Russia and strengthening Ukraine.
Rustem Umerov reported on negotiations with European partners in Davos. Security guarantees, economic development, and Ukraine's recovery were discussed.
President Zelenskyy received reports from negotiators after meetings in the US and Davos. Ukraine is ready to sign documents on security guarantees and reconstruction, particularly with America.
Ukraine has received an invitation to join the Peace Council initiated by Donald Trump. President Zelenskyy considers it difficult to be a member of it together with Russia and Belarus, which are enemies.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he had not received an invitation to the G7 meeting in France. According to him, he is usually invited to such events where the topic of Ukraine is discussed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he remains in Ukraine due to the energy situation, prioritizing the resolution of internal issues. He noted that he would go to the Davos forum if important documents or decisions regarding air defense were ready.
US President Donald Trump, heading to Davos on Tuesday, plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The American side does not expect breakthroughs from this meeting.
US President Donald Trump has sent an invitation to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the 'Peace Council'. There has been no response from the Ukrainian side yet, Christopher Miller of the Financial Times reported.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed the meeting of Kirill Dmitriev, special envoy, with American envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Davos. Issues of trade and economic cooperation and peaceful settlement in Ukraine will be discussed.
Zelenskyy remains in Kyiv to resolve the crisis after Russian attacks. He will not go to Davos unless there is a meeting with Trump to sign a prosperity plan.
Donald Trump criticized the UK's decision to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, calling it a "great folly. " He linked it to ambitions for Greenland and called on Denmark to "do the right thing."
Donald Trump stated that he would impose a 200% tariff on French wines and champagne to force Emmanuel Macron to join his "Peace Council" initiative. France intends to reject the invitation, and Trump also invited Vladimir Putin to the council.
The White House has not yet scheduled a bilateral meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Davos. Zelensky is seeking a personal meeting, but the reluctance to hold it comes from the White House.
Donald Trump posted screenshots of text messages from Emmanuel Macron and Mark Rutte on the Truth Social network. The French President proposes a G7 meeting in Paris and expresses misunderstanding regarding Greenland. Macron also suggested inviting Ukrainians, Danes, Syrians, and Russians to participate.
US President Donald Trump reiterated the United States' desire to take control of Greenland, as Denmark cannot protect it. He also stated that he does not care about the Nobel Prize.
Donald Trump stated that he is no longer interested in peace because he did not receive the Nobel Peace Prize. He also seeks full control over Greenland.
A study by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy shows that 96% of the tariff burden from Trump's tariffs falls on American buyers. This leads to higher product prices for consumers.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the country's entry into international structures requires the government's consent and ratification by the Sejm. This applies to the invitation of the Polish president to Donald Trump's "Peace Council."
Donald Trump has invited a number of countries to his "Peace Council for Gaza" to implement a 20-point plan. The signing ceremony is scheduled for this Thursday in Davos.
In Nigeria, armed bandits kidnapped 172 worshippers from two churches in Kaduna State. 163 people remain in captivity, nine managed to escape.