Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukraine's Foreign Minister supported Trump's announcement of tough sanctions against Russia and emphasized the need for US leadership. Sibiga outlined three key points for achieving peace through strength.
First Vice Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has expressed optimistic business expectations that the active phase of the war will end in 2025. Investment in Ukraine requires security guarantees, including through NATO mechanisms.
NATO Secretary General Rutte advocated non-public security guarantees for Ukraine and its rapid accession to the Alliance. U.S. Special Envoy Grenell criticized this position due to insufficient defense funding by European countries.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 92 drones and 4 Iskander-M ballistic missiles. The air defense forces destroyed 57 UAVs, there are dead and wounded in Zaporizhzhia, and buildings were damaged.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine conducted a successful operation to free three Ukrainian sailors from captivity by Yemeni Houthis. The sailors were captured in November 2023 on the Galaxy Leader ship and are now under the care of diplomats.
The President of Ukraine has clarified his previous statement on the number of foreign troops in the country. According to him, the number could be either higher or lower, depending on the reduction of the Ukrainian army.
Russian troops launched a missile attack on residential areas of Zaporizhzhia. The attack killed one person and wounded 26, including a two-month-old baby and rescuers.
The Ukrainian president said that European allies do not have enough troops to deter Russia without the United States. Zelenskyy also called on China to influence Putin to end the war.
President Zelenskyy has outlined the conditions for starting negotiations with Russia. The key requirements are security guarantees and the withdrawal of Russian troops to their positions by February 24, 2022.
The President of Ukraine met with the Prime Ministers of Sweden, Croatia and the Netherlands on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. They discussed military assistance, investments in the defense industry, and humanitarian demining.
The President of Ukraine said that fair negotiations are possible only after the withdrawal of Russian troops to the line on February 24. Zelenskyy is also seeking security guarantees from the United States before possible negotiations.
Mark Rutte had a telephone conversation with the new US Secretary of State Mark Rubio from Davos. The two sides discussed cooperation on Ukraine, Russia, China and increased defense spending in Europe.
The President of Ukraine opposed lowering the mobilization age, arguing that it risks increasing the number of unarmed people at the front. Zelenskyy emphasized the priority of providing weapons and missiles.
The Ukrainian president said that Xi Jinping is able to push Putin to peace because of Russia's economic dependence on China. Zelenskyy also emphasized Trump's important role in ending the war.
The President of Ukraine expects the United States to provide reliable security guarantees before possible negotiations with Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Ukraine's participation in any negotiations on its future.
Donald Trump called on Russia to conclude a peace agreement with Ukraine. He warned of tougher sanctions and tariffs against Moscow if the war continues.
Russian troops conducted 3,829 attacks along the contact line in Donetsk region, including 33 aerial bombardments. The attacks killed 1 person, wounded 3, and damaged critical infrastructure.
The President of Ukraine met with the leaders of Belgium and France at the Economic Forum in Davos. They discussed investments, economic support, agricultural and energy development.
The President of Ukraine held talks with the leaders of Israel, Azerbaijan, and the German chancellorial candidate. They discussed issues of defense support, security and bilateral cooperation.
The President of Ukraine stated that it is impossible to legally recognize the occupied territories as Russian. Zelenskyy emphasized that these lands will remain occupied until their return.
The President of Ukraine said that Putin can only be talked to from a position of strength, not as an equal. Zelenskyy emphasized that any negotiations without Ukraine's participation would lead to a loss.
The President of Ukraine delivered a speech on the occasion of the Day of Unity at the historic St. Sophia Square. He reminded of the importance of unity and emphasized that Ukrainian unity today covers the whole world.
The teams of the presidents of Ukraine and the United States are working to organize a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump. A specific date for the meeting has not yet been set, but negotiations are ongoing.
The leaders of Russia and China discussed deepening cooperation in the political, economic and energy spheres. Putin's aide said they discussed the war in Ukraine and relations with the United States, although this was not mentioned in the official press release.
The President of Ukraine met with the President of Finland at the World Economic Forum. The parties discussed strengthening defense capabilities, security guarantees and a new military aid package.
President of Ukraine met with Prime Minister of Vietnam Pham Minh Dinh at the World Economic Forum. The parties discussed trade development and agreed to increase the supply of agricultural products.
US President Donald Trump called on Putin to end the war in Ukraine because of Russia's significant losses. Trump announced plans to meet with Putin and noted that Zelenskyy was ready for a deal under certain conditions.
The President of Ukraine announced the need to deploy at least 200,000 European peacekeepers after the ceasefire. Zelenskyy also reported on Putin's possible demand to reduce the Ukrainian army fivefold.
Guido Crozetto stated that there is no simple solution to end the war in Ukraine. To achieve a ceasefire, it is necessary to continue to provide military assistance to Kyiv.
There were 109 combat engagements in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 54 assault operations. The enemy launched 52 air strikes and fired over 5,000 times at Ukrainian positions.