Oleksandr Kubrakov, former Minister of Infrastructure, has been appointed as a non-staff advisor to the President of Ukraine on infrastructure and cooperation with communities. The corresponding decree has been published on the President's website.
President Zelenskyy stated that negotiations on ending the war are ongoing, and there is no dead end. He noted that contacts between the parties are constant, and negotiators are working on documents.
Rustem Umerov reported on negotiations with European partners in Davos. Security guarantees, economic development, and Ukraine's recovery were discussed.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will work next week on new pressure and a clear global stance on Russia. He noted that Russia is not interested in diplomacy but is focused on missile attacks.
The Ukrainian and American delegations agreed to continue negotiations in Davos. Over two days in the US, economic development, a prosperity plan, and security guarantees for Ukraine were discussed.
The Ukrainian delegation is already in the US. President Zelenskyy emphasized that its main task is to convey all real information about the consequences of Russian strikes to the American side.
A Ukrainian delegation led by Rustem Umerov, Kyrylo Budanov, and David Arakhamia has arrived in the United States. The delegation is working to advance the peace process, secure security guarantees for Ukraine, and coordinate further steps.
Head of the President's Office Kyrylo Budanov, Rustem Umerov, and David Arakhamia have arrived in the US to discuss the details of a peace agreement. A meeting with Stephen Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Daniel Driscoll is scheduled.
Delegations from Ukraine and the United States will meet in Miami to discuss agreements on security guarantees and $800 billion for Ukraine's economic prosperity.
The Ukrainian delegation in the US is finalizing agreements on security guarantees and the reconstruction of Ukraine for $800 billion. Signing is possible in Davos if the US agrees to all aspects.
The Ukrainian delegation, led by Umerov and Budanov, has departed for the United States. Meetings with representatives of Donald Trump regarding prepared documents will take place there.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with US congressmen Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal. Russian strikes, the need for air defense, and additional pressure on Russia were discussed.
President Zelenskyy stated that NSDC Secretary Rustem Umerov was again in contact with American partners. Dialogue with the US is a strategic task for Ukraine and must be 100% constructive.
President Zelenskyy initiates discussions on a free trade agreement between Ukraine and the US with zero tariffs. He also proposes special economic zones and a buffer zone along the contact line.
Ukraine has presented the US with possible options for finalizing the basic framework for ending the war, awaiting feedback from US negotiations with Russia. The Ukrainian side emphasizes the need to increase pressure on the aggressor.
President Zelenskyy announced the readiness of a bilateral document on security guarantees for Ukraine for finalization with Donald Trump. The Ukrainian side also discussed possible options for ending the war with partners.
The Head of the Office of the President, Kyrylo Budanov, reported on fruitful negotiations in Paris with national security advisors and the US delegation regarding security guarantees. He also met with the head of French military intelligence, General Jacques Langlade de Montgros.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov announced the third meeting with the American side in Paris, where key elements of the basic framework for ending the war were substantively discussed. Representatives of Ukraine and the USA took part in the negotiations, focusing on possible formats for further contacts at the leadership level.
President of the European Council António Costa stated that the security guarantees agreement is a key step towards achieving a just peace in Ukraine. He also emphasized that Ukraine's accession to the EU is an important security guarantee.
A clear US commitment to support Ukraine has been removed from the text of the joint statement adopted in Paris. Instead, the US commits to supporting forces in the event of an attack and providing intelligence and logistical assistance.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia has suspended prisoner exchanges to pressure Ukraine. Budanov and Umerov will continue to deal with exchanges, despite Russia hindering the process.
Ukrainian negotiators, led by National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov, held consultations in Paris with national security advisors from France, Great Britain, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Turkey, with the participation of the US, NATO, the European Commission, and the European Council. The parameters of security guarantees, deterring Russian aggression, and the logic of further steps in the peace process were discussed.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the third session of negotiations in two days with US representatives in France. The most difficult issues regarding ending the war will be discussed, including the Zaporizhzhia NPP and territories, as well as formats for leaders' meetings.
The head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, announced that concrete results had been achieved at the negotiations in Paris regarding security guarantees for Ukraine. Details remain non-public, but work is ongoing, and Ukrainian interests will be protected.
After the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, the Ukrainian delegation continued discussing the diplomatic path to end the war with the US President's team. Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked America for its readiness to provide a backstop in all areas.
European officials are discussing sending 15,000-30,000 troops to Ukraine, with France and Great Britain leading the ground and air components, and Turkey ensuring the security of transport routes in the Black Sea, ahead of the summit in Paris, where specific commitments regarding Ukraine's security are expected.
The Verkhovna Rada may replace a number of ministers, including the heads of the Ministry of Education and Science, the Ministry of Defense, and the Ministry of Digital Transformation, during the next plenary week, which begins on January 13. The appointment of the head of the State Property Fund and the transfer of Rustem Umerov to the position of Presidential Security Advisor are also expected.
Ukraine and the United States have agreed on a military document that defines mechanisms for supporting, restoring, and modernizing the Armed Forces, as well as controlling the implementation of agreements. The document consists of four sections and annexes, covering the provision of the Armed Forces and monitoring compliance with agreements.
National security advisers from European countries have arrived in Kyiv. They will hold consultations on security and economic issues, and coordinate further steps with partners.
According to Kaliňák, Ukraine will never be in NATO. In his opinion, Ukraine will also have problems joining the European Union.
