The Hungarian government has launched a campaign to collect signatures against EU funding for Ukraine, arguing that it threatens to impoverish Hungarians. The campaign is unfolding ahead of elections where Orbán's party could lose its lead.
President Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian attack on a passenger train in the Kharkiv region, calling it terrorism. The number of victims has risen to four, and four more people are being searched for.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer discussed energy support for Ukraine and strengthening air defense. The leaders emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia and unite international efforts to end the war.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced work on a document concerning Ukraine's reconstruction. He emphasized the importance of clear security guarantees and Russia's responsibility for the war.
President Zelenskyy announced signals from Europe regarding readiness to pressure the aggressor. He emphasized the importance of pressuring Russia's tanker fleet to reduce the aggressor's revenues.
Norway is ready to participate in preparing for Ukraine's recovery and post-war economic development. President Zelenskyy discussed this with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, thanking him for energy support.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the energy situation and international support with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker. Ukraine expects to join the European Union in 2027.
President Zelenskyy held a selector meeting, reporting on Russia's attack with 52 drones on Odesa, significant damage to an energy facility in Kharkiv region, and 926 buildings without heating in Kyiv. Rescue and restoration efforts are ongoing.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a speech on January 27, International Holocaust Remembrance Day. He emphasized that the indifference of others contributed to the catastrophe, and the world united to defeat the Nazis.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized European leaders for their indecisiveness and lack of strategic unity. He stated that Europe must become an independent global power, not a "salad of small and medium-sized states."
President Zelenskyy reacted to another Russian attack, noting that it undermines diplomacy. Russia launched 165 attack drones at Ukraine, damaging residential buildings and energy infrastructure.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhiy Tikhyi, responded to the statement by Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini regarding President Zelenskyy. He emphasized that the fate of peace in Europe is being decided on the battlefield in Ukraine.
The restoration of Ukraine's economy through EU integration is important, but it does not replace reliable security guarantees from the US and the Coalition of the Willing. The Kremlin is trying to blame Ukraine for delaying the peace process, despite its own unwillingness to compromise.
Ukraine has withdrawn from the Agreement on the Protection of State Borders and Maritime Economic Zones of the CIS Member States, concluded in 1992. President Zelenskyy signed a corresponding decree, instructing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to notify the depositary of the withdrawal.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán accused Ukraine of attempting to interfere in the parliamentary elections. He instructed to summon the Ukrainian ambassador to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after "gross insults and threats" from Ukrainian politicians.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded former MP, and now military serviceman, Oleh Lyashko with the Order "For Merit" of the III degree. Also honored were soldiers of unmanned systems units, including Oleh Huita and Yuriy Fedorenko, who received the "Golden Star" Orders of Heroes of Ukraine.
White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre said that the negotiations between the United States, Ukraine, and Russia in Abu Dhabi were historic. The President's team brought the warring parties to one table to move closer to peace.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed laws extending martial law and general mobilization. The documents provide for an extension of 90 days – until May 4, 2026.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Mykhailo Brodowich as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to Georgia. Brodowich is a Ukrainian diplomat and an honorary doctor of the Precarpathian National University.
President Zelenskyy changed the composition of the NSDC, approving Denys Shmyhal and Mykhailo Fedorov in new positions. Former SBU head Vasyl Malyuk was removed from the composition.
Last year, Ukrainian drones hit 819,737 enemy targets, most of which were domestically produced. In December, the Defense Forces destroyed 35,000 Russian occupiers with the help of drones.
President Zelenskyy announced that the next trilateral meeting of the teams from Ukraine, the USA, and Russia is tentatively scheduled for February 1. Issues of a military nature and steps to end the war will be discussed.
Irish Minister for European Affairs Thomas Byrne stated that Ukraine will be discussed during the visit of EU leaders to India. The visit aims to conclude a free trade agreement.
The European Commission maintained contact with the Ukrainian and American delegations before and after the trilateral talks involving Ukraine, the US, and Russia in Abu Dhabi. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy previously stated that the results of the talks would be communicated to the Europeans.
President Zelenskyy heard the delegation's report after trilateral talks in the UAE with the US and Russia. Military and complex political issues were discussed, and the framework for further diplomatic work was defined.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed the commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Minister of Defense to determine additional protection options for Kharkiv. He also thanked everyone involved in the restoration work.
President Zelenskyy instructed the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance to analyze the possibilities of purchasing equipment for alternative electricity and heat generation. This applies to Kyiv and other regions with the most difficult energy situation.
Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Vilnius. They discussed support for Ukraine, the release of political prisoners, and a joint strategy on sanctions.
President Zelenskyy thanked Lithuanian volunteers and the Minister of Health for their assistance to Ukraine. The volunteers have raised 100 million euros in aid and plan to deliver 200 generators.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will not cede its territories, and a 20-point plan and problematic issues were discussed at the meeting in the UAE. Diplomats and military personnel from three sides participated in the negotiations.
