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The Olympic House hosted a send-off for Ukrainian athletes who will represent the country at the Olympics in Italy. Ukraine will be represented by 46 athletes – the largest number of licenses in the last 16 years.
In February 2026, five new films of various genres will be released in Ukrainian cinemas. Among them are the drama "Wuthering Heights", the thriller "Road to Crime", and a documentary about Elvis Presley.
On January 30, the draw for the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 season playoffs took place in Switzerland. The matches will be held on February 19 and 26, and the winners will advance to the round of 16.
The draw for the 2025/26 Champions League playoff round has taken place, with 16 teams competing for a spot in the round of 16. Among the participants are Ukrainian footballers and their clubs, who have learned their opponents.
The IAEA Board of Governors held an emergency meeting regarding nuclear risks from Russia's systematic attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. IAEA head Rafael Grossi confirmed that these attacks fall under the organization's mandate and pose direct nuclear risks.
The Vatican has dismissed Leo Silingardi from the clerical state, finding him guilty of sexually abusing minors. Pope Leo XIV's decision is final and not subject to appeal.
The European Union is preparing to list Iran's IRGC as a terrorist group after a change in France's position. This decision will be a response to the brutal suppression of protests in Iran and will lead to the freezing of the organization's assets.
Anastasiia Merkusyna won a gold medal at the 2026 European Biathlon Championships in Sjusjøen, Norway, completing the individual race without misses. This is Ukraine's first award at these competitions.
A new survey in 23 EU countries revealed growing skepticism about Brussels' migration policy. The majority of citizens demand that national governments independently guard their borders, which threatens the Schengen area.
The US plan to involve ICE officers in security for the Winter Olympics in Milan has drawn criticism from Italian officials. Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala has spoken out against the presence of ICE representatives.
In the Sicilian city of Niscemi, dozens of houses are on the brink of collapse due to a landslide caused by a storm. Italian authorities have begun evacuations, with over 1,500 people leaving their homes.
PACE adopted a resolution condemning Russia's actions as war crimes and calling for increased support for Ukraine. The document was supported by 104 votes "for".
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.
Ukraine has approved the official composition of the delegation and 46 athletes who will represent the country at the XXV Winter Olympic Games in 2026. Ukrainian athletes will compete in 11 sports in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Director Bobby Moresco will film the biography of Giorgio Armani under the working title "Armani - The King of Fashion". The film will cover the brand's formation and the designer's influence on cinema.
In 2026, Ukraine ranked 20th in the global military power rating among 145 countries, according to Global Firepower. The rating takes into account over 60 indicators, including army size and economic potential.
International partners at the G7+ "Energy Ramstein" meeting confirmed their readiness to continue supporting Ukraine. Countries will provide over $400 million, almost €23 million, €23 million, €60 million, €10 million, and other aid packages.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, at a closed-door EU summit, urged European leaders not to confront Donald Trump, calling it a "bad idea. " She argued that Europe could lose everything in the event of a conflict with him.
Proposals are being discussed to increase NATO's presence in the Arctic and grant the US sovereign claims to specific areas of Greenland. This would limit Russia's and China's access to mineral extraction on the island.
Former coach of Kyiv "Dynamo" Oleksiy Mykhailychenko beat a plumber who was restoring heat supply in the building. The police opened criminal proceedings on the fact of intentional minor bodily harm.
Chinese startup Tianjin Gongjiangpai Auto Technology is launching the SC01 electric roadster on the European market. The car will have 429 hp and will be assembled in Italy, without large touch panels in the cabin.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated at the World Economic Forum in Davos that Europe must strengthen its unity and competitiveness. This is necessary to counter a new era of "great power politics" that has upended transatlantic relations.
U. S. President Donald Trump today initiates the signing of the "Peace Council" charter in Davos, an alternative to the UN for resolving global conflicts. Over 25 countries will join, while European leaders express concern, and Ukraine is studying the format.
The organizers of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games have unveiled the design of the Olympic cauldrons, dedicated to the creative legacy of Leonardo da Vinci. For the first time, two flames will be lit and extinguished simultaneously in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
For the first time in almost a year, Venezuelan crude oil is heading to Europe, with the vessel Poliegos set to deliver fuel to Italy. The shipments are organized by Vitol Group with US involvement to support Venezuela's economy.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that the country will not immediately join Trump's "Peace Council" project. The reason is the inconsistency of certain provisions with Italian law and the need for parliamentary approval.
The 2026 European Futsal Championship starts on January 21 and will be held in Lithuania, Latvia, and Slovenia. The Ukrainian national team has announced its final squad for the tournament.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared the inviolability of Greenland's and Denmark's sovereignty. She emphasized the strengthening of security measures in the Arctic and the EU's readiness to cooperate with the US.
Dmytro Lubinets received an appeal from the wife of Serhiy Kuznetsov, suspected of sabotaging Nord Stream, regarding the improper conditions of detention in a German pre-trial detention center. The Ukrainian is not given winter shoes, is not allowed to make phone calls, and is kept in isolation.
Donald Trump has invited a number of countries to his "Peace Council for Gaza" to implement a 20-point plan. The signing ceremony is scheduled for this Thursday in Davos.