President Zelenskyy held a meeting in Davos on Ukraine's recovery, discussing ways to overcome challenges in energy and increase investment. He emphasized the importance of security guarantees for investment and business.
In 2025, Volkswagen sold 274,417 electric vehicles in Europe, surpassing Tesla, which sold 238,765 cars. Tesla's sales fell by 27%, while Volkswagen's increased by 56%.
The winter of 2026 became one of the most difficult periods for Ukraine due to massive Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. The international community is providing comprehensive assistance to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe.
Mykhailo Fedorov discussed cooperation within PURL and the development of NASAMS air defense systems with his Norwegian counterpart Tore Sandvik. Norway will provide Ukraine with security assistance worth $7 billion and make the largest contribution to strengthening air defense.
Ukraine received 50 tons of humanitarian aid from the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Finland, Spain, and Norway. The aid includes transformers, generators, and other energy equipment.
Donald Trump is developing a project for an international organization called the "Peace Council," which will be an alternative to the UN. Countries wishing to obtain a permanent seat must contribute $1 billion.
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 Ukrainian delegation in Davos held meetings with BlackRock, and the Prime Ministers of Norway and Qatar. Economic development, post-war recovery, and security guarantees were discussed.
Norwegian singer Alexander Rybak is participating in the national selection for Eurovision with the song "Rise". He already won in 2009 and performed in 2018.
European countries, including Norway, Germany, Poland, and the Baltic states, are actively preparing for a potential war with Russia by increasing defense budgets and strengthening infrastructure. Some states, like Norway, are considering the possibility of confiscating civilian property for defense needs.
A year has passed since the inauguration of Donald Trump, marked by a decrease in illegal immigration and the failure of his promise regarding the war in Ukraine. There were also conflicts with Elon Musk, the 'Epstein files' scandal, and tensions with European allies over Greenland.
US President Donald Trump reiterated the United States' desire to take control of Greenland, as Denmark cannot protect it. He also stated that he does not care about the Nobel Prize.
EU leaders, who were preparing to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, are now focused on the situation with Greenland. Trump is threatening new tariffs on EU countries for opposing his desire to acquire Greenland.
Donald Trump's threats regarding Greenland have caused outrage in Europe, which could lead to a "divorce" from America. European officials are considering creating a new alliance without the US, using a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine as a basis.
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom expressed solidarity with Denmark and Greenland. They rejected customs threats and emphasized unity, sovereignty, and dialogue to prevent escalation.
Donald Trump is imposing 10% tariffs on NATO countries, including the UK, France, and Germany, over their troops in Greenland. Tariffs will rise to 25% from June 1 and will remain in effect until a deal to purchase Greenland is reached.
Elite units of the British Royal Marines are undergoing intensive training in Norway, preparing for a potential conflict with Russia. The exercises are taking place at the 'Viking' camp at temperatures below minus 20°C.
A Norwegian court has sentenced 48-year-old Arfan Bhatti to 30 years in prison for organizing a shooting at a gay bar during Pride in 2022. Two people were killed and eight were injured; the shooter, Zaniar Matapour, also received a 30-year sentence.
Brussels is considering a revision of the EU accession system, proposing a two-tier model that could accelerate Ukraine's entry. This plan raises concerns among some member states about its implications for the Union.
Military personnel from several European countries are arriving in Greenland as a show of support. This comes amid threats from US President Donald Trump to purchase the island.
Norway has sent two soldiers to Greenland to assess further cooperation with allies. This comes amid NATO's dialogue on strengthening security in the Arctic.
Donald Trump is once again showing interest in Greenland, calling it a "big real estate deal" and a matter of US strategic security. This has caused concern among Danish and European leaders, who see it as a threat to sovereignty and NATO's integrity.
Norway will allocate a $400 million aid package to Ukraine. According to Zelenskyy, "this is very important and will truly support our people."
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide announced Norway's readiness to provide security guarantees to Ukraine after a ceasefire. This is intended to ensure long-term peace but requires coordination with partners.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide arrived in Kyiv to discuss mutually beneficial cooperation. The meeting began with a tribute to the fallen defenders of Ukraine.
Scandinavian countries have denied Trump's claims about the presence of Russian and Chinese warships near Greenland. According to diplomats, no Russian or Chinese vessels have been detected in the area.
NATO is bolstering its northern flank: British Marines are being deployed to Norway year-round to counter the Russian-Chinese alliance. 1,500 troops will be based at Camp Viking, monitoring underwater activity and protecting infrastructure.
Donald Trump stated that without his intervention, Russia would have had all of Ukraine, and recalled ending eight wars. He also noted that Russia and China do not fear NATO without the US.
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.
The Nordic countries stated that issues concerning Denmark and Greenland should only be resolved by Denmark and Greenland. This is in response to Trump's proposal to transfer the island to US control.
