The Commander-in-Chief of the British Armed Forces, Richard Nason, stated that he would not send troops to Ukraine without certainty of their safety. He emphasized that there is no zero risk in operational conditions.
European allies, including Great Britain, are discussing the deployment of military forces in Greenland. This is to protect the Arctic from Russia and China and to convince Trump to abandon the annexation of the island.
The UN Security Council will convene on January 12 due to massive shelling of Ukraine with 'Oreshnik' missiles. Kyiv expects effective mechanisms to influence the aggressor.
On January 10, 2026, Indonesia temporarily restricted access to the Grok chatbot due to the risk of disseminating pornographic content. The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Technologies considers the creation of sexualized deepfakes a threat to the safety of citizens.
The head of British intelligence warned that Russians are preparing new hybrid attacks in Europe and that the "front line" is now everywhere, not just in war.
X platform owner Elon Musk stated that the company will open-source its new algorithm to the public within a week. This will happen every 4 weeks with developer notes.
Stormy winds and severe frosts in Europe have led to the deaths of almost 15 people in a week. In the UK, a man died due to a falling tree, and in Scotland, about 250 schools were closed due to snowfall.
The British Prime Minister, and the leaders of Germany and France condemned the killing of protesters in Iran. They called on the Iranian authorities to exercise restraint and respect citizens' rights.
French President Emmanuel Macron has presented a plan to deploy 6,000 French troops in Ukraine after a peace agreement. The troops would be stationed far from the front to support the Ukrainian army.
The UN Security Council will convene on January 12 at Ukraine's request following massive Russian airstrikes and the use of the Oreshnik missile. Russia used the Oreshnik hypersonic missile on January 8-9 in western Ukraine, claiming it was a response to a "terrorist attack" against Putin's residence.
France has postponed the G7 summit by one day to avoid coinciding with Donald Trump's 80th birthday and a UFC tournament at the White House. The event will take place on June 15-17, 2026, in Évian-les-Bains.
Cypriot authorities are investigating a video on the X network that questions the funding of President Nikos Christodoulides' campaign. Law enforcement classifies this as a hybrid disinformation operation by the Russian Federation aimed at undermining the state's reputation.
The Head of the President's Office, Kyrylo Budanov, discussed with UK Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, mechanisms for implementing security guarantees. Joint actions are being prepared to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Clémence Guetté submitted a proposal for France to withdraw from NATO, citing US actions during Trump's presidency. She accuses the US of kidnapping the Venezuelan president, threatening Greenland, and supporting genocide in Palestine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with UK Defense Minister John Healey. They discussed the deployment of a British contingent after the war and assistance with air defense missiles.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni believes that it is time for Europe to talk to Russia about the war, but not arbitrarily. She supports the appointment of a special representative for Ukraine, considering Russia's entry into the G8 premature.
EU countries have supported a trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc, paving the way for its signing next week. The agreement, which concludes 25 years of negotiations, will create an integrated market with 780 million consumers.
Trump's team is preparing potential deals to strengthen US influence in Greenland, including mineral extraction. Denmark, which controls the island, refuses to sell but offers to strengthen the US military and economic presence.
French farmers have blocked roads to Paris and landmarks, protesting against the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. They demand an end to government policies destroying cattle herds.
European governments, concerned about Donald Trump's intentions regarding Greenland, are considering four strategies to counter them. These include seeking a compromise, financial injections, an economic response, and the deployment of ground forces.
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.
Great Britain confirmed the transfer of 13 Raven air defense systems to Ukraine, developed specifically for Ukraine. The delivery of prototype Gravehawk air defense systems is expected in the near future.
France, together with its partners, is developing an action plan in case the US carries out its threat to seize Greenland. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot will discuss this issue with the ministers of Germany and Poland.
Great Britain and France plan to send up to 15,000 soldiers to protect Ukraine after a peace agreement is concluded. This number is significantly less than the initial proposals, which is due to limited resources.
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.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that no new air defense systems have arrived from the US, missiles are coming in gradually, and Ukraine aims to accelerate this process. He also noted that he discussed this issue with European partners, particularly France.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a possible contact with Vladimir Putin in the coming weeks. The goal of the dialogue is peace.
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.
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.
