Volodymyr Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with Karin Keller-Sutter and congratulated her on her new position. They discussed support for Ukraine, the Peace Summit and the Food from Ukraine program for Syria.

The President signed a law on creating and maintaining a list of terrorist organizations and groups. The SBU will compile a list of organizations that pose a threat to national security in Ukraine and abroad.

The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the new President of Switzerland Viola Amgerd. They discussed the possibility of jointly supplying Ukrainian food to Syria and organizing a Peace Summit.

The President held a meeting on the negotiation process with the EU and expects a productive year for accession. Ukraine plans to open all negotiating clusters with the EU by 2025.

Donald Trump has announced the need to increase NATO defense spending to 5% of GDP instead of the current 2%. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte suggests a possible increase in spending to 3% of GDP.

President-elect of the USA Donald Trump stated that a meeting with Putin before January 20th may be inappropriate. Trump also emphasized that the war in Ukraine would not have started under his presidency.

Donald Trump said the war in Ukraine has become more complicated and could escalate in the future. The former president also criticized the tactics of Joe Biden's negotiations with Ukraine.

Yorktown Institute analyst says possible peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia by Easter. Trump has appointed retired Gen. Kellogg as a special envoy for peace.

The Pechersk court extended the detention of MP Yevhen Shevchenko until March 7 without bail. The MP is suspected of treason for spreading pro-Russian narratives and calling for negotiations with the aggressor.

Lukashenka accused Zelensky of attempts to drag Belarus into war and stated about the threat to the existence of the state. At the same time, Russia remains the only country that drags Belarus into the conflict.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga held talks with Iceland's Foreign Minister. The parties discussed military assistance, investments in arms production, and support for humanitarian initiatives.

The Polish Foreign Minister said that European countries may be pressured to conclude a peace agreement with Russia. He emphasized that peace should be achieved on fair terms, not through Ukraine's surrender.

Under the program “Affordable Loans 5-7-9%”, businesses received UAH 1. 5 billion in concessional financing. Most of the funds were allocated to support the processing industry - UAH 567 million.

Zelenskyy said that the meeting of the Chiefs of Staff discussed the defense of the frontline, especially Pokrovsk, and the issue of manning brigades. The President heard reports on the formation and training of brigades and the rotation system.

The President held a meeting on international negotiations for January and the acceleration of arms supplies. A meeting in the Ramstein format is being prepared to discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense.

According to Zelenskyy, Russia has lost more than 38,000 troops in the Kursk sector, 15,000 of them irretrievably. The enemy has deployed significant forces in this area, including North Korean soldiers.

The European Commission canceled a trilateral meeting with Slovakia and Ukraine on stopping the transit of Russian gas due to the absence of the Ukrainian side. Slovakia is waiting for a new date for consultations.

The President signed a decree on amendments to the National Security Strategy of Ukraine regarding state border management. The document provides for a balance between security and openness of the border for legal cooperation.

The President signed a decree to establish the State Special Transport Service Day. The holiday will be celebrated annually on February 5 in honor of the service's contribution to the functioning of the transport system.

The advisor to the head of the Presidential Administration explained why Ukraine needs international security guarantees, not just agreements with Trump. In 4 years, Putin may attack again when Trump is no longer president of the United States.

Lukashenko's spokeswoman denied Zelensky's statement that he had apologized for the missile strikes from Belarus. According to her, the conversation took place through Lukashenko's son, who had contact with Zelensky.

Republican senators and congressmen consider the idea of seizing Greenland unrealistic. Restoring direct US control over the Panama Canal also seems unlikely.

Estonian Navy Commander Ivo Värk said there is no dominance of any side in the Black Sea. Both sides have freedom of action close to the coast with air defense, mines and shore support.

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.

To do this, the Parliament should vote on the relevant decision immediately after the restrictive measures are lifted.