The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the capture of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi and Novoyakovlivka. The Ukrainian OSINT project DeepStateMapLive and the NSDC's Center for Countering Disinformation refuted these claims.
Deputy White House Press Secretary Anna Kelly denied the Financial Times article regarding the requirements for security guarantees for Ukraine. She called the information “completely false.”
According to ISW analysts, the Kremlin is resuming rhetoric on nuclear arms control. This is being done to pressure the US into pushing Ukraine for concessions in exchange for normalizing relations.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reported a new information attack by the Kremlin, aimed at intimidating Western countries with widely publicized samples of new weapons. Naryshkin's statements about successful missile tests are part of a disinformation strategy.
Relations between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas are worse than with her predecessor Josep Borrell. Kallas complains about von der Leyen's dictatorial methods; her position is weakened by her background and limited political power.
Financial analysts predict the closure of up to 30% of small and medium-sized businesses in Russia due to VAT increases and restrictions on access to the simplified tax system. This is a consequence of the budget crisis caused by the war.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is using Belarus as a testing ground to blackmail Europe and the world. Russian "Shahed" operators are targeting Ukraine, including from Belarusian territory.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Lukashenka's white spitz has been granted more rights than the people of Belarus. He also emphasized that Belarus's dependence on Moscow has become more dangerous for everyone.
Russians have used dangerous chemical substances over 9,000 times in Ukraine. A protracted war could push the Kremlin to use more dangerous weapons.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump held talks, discussing the war in Ukraine and security in the Arctic. The leaders agreed on the need for a lasting ceasefire and support for Ukraine.
The US suggests that successful trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi could lead to a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin. Before this, the parties are expected to meet in Kyiv or Moscow.
Russia sent Oleksandr Zorin, a GRU officer who recruited Syrian mercenaries for the Wagner PMC, to trilateral talks with Ukraine and the United States in Abu Dhabi. Zorin, who was born in Kharkiv, participated in negotiations regarding "Azovstal" and in Istanbul.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha reacted to Viktor Orban's statements about blocking Ukraine's accession to the EU. Sybiha accused Orban of fulfilling "Putin's whim" and compared him to Hungarian politicians during World War II.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia's night attack on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Kharkiv, disrupted peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Russian missiles hit not only Ukrainians, but also the negotiating table.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine discussed with the US the use of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's recovery. He emphasized that Russia is the aggressor, and these funds should be directed to compensate for the damage caused by its aggression.
Ukraine, the US, and Russia are planning trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi regarding conflict resolution. The main issue remains territorial control in eastern Ukraine.
Donald Trump commented on the possibility of a trilateral summit after talks in the UAE. He noted that meetings are important and expressed hope that many lives would be saved.
Donald Trump's special envoys and Putin agreed to establish a trilateral working group on security issues with the participation of Ukraine. The meeting will begin in the UAE this Friday.
Dictator Putin's negotiations with US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Moscow lasted over 3. 5 hours. The meeting was dedicated to discussing the American peace plan for Ukraine.
Negotiations between the American delegation and the Russian leadership on a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Ukraine have begun in Moscow. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Putin to discuss ways to end hostilities.
The plane of US President's Special Representative Steve Witkoff arrived in Moscow. Earlier it was reported that talks with Vladimir Putin are scheduled for January 22.
The US and Ukraine plan to propose a limited ceasefire to Russia during a meeting in Abu Dhabi. The proposal envisages an end to strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and attacks on Russian oil refineries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that the Russian dictator does not want to end the war because he has not achieved his goals. The Ukrainian leader emphasized that the Russian economy is exhausted and the army is tired.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine could help Greenland with the Russian threat by sinking Russian ships if it were a NATO member. He emphasized that Ukraine has the experience and weapons to do so.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin is not only not arrested, but also successfully fighting for Russian frozen assets in Europe. He noted that Putin was able to stop Europe from using these funds.
US President Donald Trump said that negotiations with Volodymyr Zelenskyy were "good. " He also announced that he would meet with President Putin.
Donald Trump is developing a project for an international organization called the "Peace Council," which will be an alternative to the UN. Countries wishing to obtain a permanent seat must contribute $1 billion.
On January 22, Vladimir Putin will meet with US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. After the meeting, a briefing by Putin's aide Yuri Ushakov will take place, Dmitry Peskov announced.
US President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff stated that he is going to Moscow to discuss ending the war. He will meet with Putin on January 22, and the initiative for the meeting came from the Russian side.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that US President Donald Trump forced Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table to resolve the Ukrainian issue. Trump exerted pressure through Witkoff, Kushner, and Rubio, as well as with the help of Europeans.
