The Ukrainian delegation in Davos met with BlackRock, the Prime Ministers of Norway and Qatar. Economic development, post-war recovery, and security guarantees were discussed.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Qatar have joined Trump's "Peace Council. " Israel has also confirmed its participation, while Russia is considering the invitation.
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.
Putin announced his readiness to allocate $1 billion from frozen assets to the "Peace Council. " He also commented on the situation around Greenland and negotiations regarding Ukraine.
Donald Trump announced agreements with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte regarding Greenland and the Arctic region. The US will not impose tariffs against European states.
The European Parliament has suspended work on a trade agreement with the United States. The reason for this was Donald Trump's statements regarding Greenland and threats to impose tariffs on European allies.
US President Donald Trump stated in Davos that the US is moderately close to signing a peace agreement on Ukraine. He noted that the negotiation situation is improving, but the parties cannot reach an agreement simultaneously.
Donald Trump could completely cease support for Ukraine, including arms sales, if Europe responds with economic sanctions over Greenland. President Zelenskyy is concerned about the shift in focus away from Ukraine.
The President's Office announced that Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Kyiv. Earlier, Donald Trump announced a meeting with Zelenskyy at the WEF-2026 in Davos.
US President Donald Trump announced a planned meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "today" at the WEF-2026 in Davos. He also noted that he is dealing with Putin, who, in his opinion, wants to make a deal.
US President Donald Trump said that the US possesses a new weapon capable of destroying everything with one missile. He added that there is no air defense system in the world that could shoot it down.
US President Donald Trump at WEF-2026 in Davos expressed the opinion that Europe is not moving in the right direction. He reiterated criticism he had expressed earlier.
Indian refiners are changing their oil import strategy, reducing purchases from Russia and increasing supplies from the Middle East. This could help New Delhi conclude a trade deal with the United States and lower tariffs.
European countries are discussing the creation of alternative security formats, such as a "coalition of the willing," due to the weakening role of the United States. Ukraine, with its unique experience of modern warfare, is a key component of European security.
Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed the Kremlin chief's meeting with US President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff. The meeting will take place on Thursday, Witkoff will arrive in Moscow with Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner.
US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff will meet with Kremlin head Vladimir Putin on Thursday, January 22. This was confirmed by Witkoff himself in an interview with CNBC.
The Head of the Office of the President, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that negotiations on ending the war are ongoing with the participation of the US and Ukraine. He noted restrained optimism regarding this process.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to join the Peace Council being established by US President Donald Trump. This Council is positioned as a competitor to the UN, although it was initially intended to oversee the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip.
France has requested NATO exercises in Greenland, ready to contribute. This comes amid Trump's threats to annex the island.
US President Donald Trump's campaign to take control of Greenland has drawn sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers. Congress may try to curb the president's territorial ambitions.
Brent and WTI crude futures fell on Wednesday. This was due to an expected increase in US oil inventories, which outweighed a temporary production halt in Kazakhstan and threats of US tariffs over Greenland.
Donald Trump has heightened uncertainty about the acquisition of Greenland, stating that NATO would be pleased with his plan. He refused to give assurances about the stability of the transatlantic alliance.
Usha Vance, wife of US Vice President JD Vance, announced she is expecting their fourth child. They already have three children: Ewan (2017), Vivek (2020), and Mirabel (2021).
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, during the World Economic Forum in Davos, rejected conditions for peace in Ukraine. The diplomat confirmed Russia's commitment to addressing the "root causes" of the war.
The Pentagon plans to reduce its participation in elements of NATO's force structure, a sign of the Trump administration's desire to reduce the US military presence in Europe. This will affect about 200 service members and reduce US participation in the activities of nearly 30 NATO organizations.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda stated that an agreement on sharing responsibility for security in the Arctic and North Atlantic could resolve the dispute between the US and Europe over Greenland. He emphasized that this dispute overshadows the war in Ukraine and benefits Russia.
US forces detained the motor vessel Sagitta in the Caribbean, marking the seventh such incident in recent weeks. The detention occurred in support of the Department of Homeland Security, "without incident."
A dispute over Greenland has pushed back plans for an understanding between the US, Ukraine, and European states in Davos. Plans to sign a document on Ukraine have been canceled, although meetings between Trump and Zelenskyy and European leaders are still likely.
Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has called on the island's residents to prepare for a possible military conflict, which, although unlikely, cannot be ruled out. The government will establish a working group and provide recommendations, including a five-day supply of food.
Donald Trump proposed creating a "Peace Council" to replace the "ineffective" UN, inviting Putin to join it. This initiative is meeting with resistance from allies and disputes over its powers.
