NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called on the EU not to limit arms purchases for Ukraine with the 'buy European' rule. He stressed that Europe cannot meet all of Ukraine's defense needs without supplies from the United States.
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.
Power outages increase the costs of food production, storage, and logistics. This leads to a gradual increase in prices for energy-dependent goods such as meat, dairy products, and bread.
NABU, by internal order, classified all information regarding the incentives for its employees, citing the procedure for service. This happened against the backdrop of the discovery of inaccurate data in the declarations of some detectives.
A powerful storm in the US has killed at least 14 people and left hundreds of thousands without electricity. Over 10,000 flights have been canceled, and schools and roads across the country are closed.
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.
TikTok US has updated its privacy policy, expanding data collection to include precise user location. This follows an agreement with American investors to avoid a ban.
The European Commission confirmed its work on a prosperity plan for Ukraine, but without mentioning a date for EU accession. The issue of accession is considered a security guarantee and an element of prosperity.
The Foreign Intelligence Service reports that the US initiative to build communications in the South Caucasus deprives Russia of its position as a key player. The TRIPP project involves the construction of infrastructure and communications between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Elina Svitolina will play against Coco Gauff in the Australian Open quarterfinals after defeating Mirra Andreeva. The match will take place on January 27 at 10:00 AM Kyiv time.
German companies Rheinmetall and OHB are developing a satellite network for the Bundeswehr, which will become a European alternative to Starlink. The project will provide secure internet for the German army, reducing dependence on American technologies.
An ICE operation in Minneapolis led to the death of a woman and mass protests. The city's mayor criticized the federal forces' actions, while ICE claimed self-defense.
European leaders and industry representatives met in Hamburg to discuss cooperation in energy and security in the North Sea. The UK and Europe signed the Hamburg Declaration to implement large-scale offshore wind energy projects.
The tanker "Alexey Kosygin" has completed its transit through the Northern Sea Route and is preparing to moor at Arctic LNG 2. This will allow Russia to partially circumvent US logistical restrictions and maintain fuel exports in the Arctic.
A powerful winter storm brought record precipitation and extreme temperature drops to Northern and Eastern Europe. Forecasters predict severe frosts over the next two weeks, which will create a critical load on energy systems.
The Ukrainian fish market is adapting to war, blackouts, and more expensive logistics. Consumption has not fallen, but some types of fish may become more expensive.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has initiated a wave of arrests among the top generals, removing influential figures from the army. This is happening amid rumors of an attempted coup and preparations for a conflict over Taiwan.
India and the European Union will announce a free trade agreement that includes India reducing tariffs on car imports from the EU by up to 40% from 110%. This will pave the way for an expanded market for European cars and Indian electronics, textiles, and chemicals.
The Kremlin announced that trilateral contacts, which began in Abu Dhabi, are scheduled to continue next week. The exact date of the meeting is not yet known.
A Bombardier Challenger 600 aircraft crashed during takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine, USA. Eight people were on board, the extent of injuries is unknown.
The price of gold jumped to a record $5081. 18 per ounce in the spot market. The rise is driven by demand for safe-haven assets and geopolitical uncertainty.
ISW analysts believe that the Kremlin is using the lack of clarity regarding the Alaska summit in August 2025 to create the illusion of "joint American-Russian understanding" on ending the war in Ukraine. Russia is trying to avoid US pressure by balancing between demonstrating strength and engagement.
In the US, the risk of a new partial government shutdown is growing due to threats from Democrats in the Senate to block bills to fund federal agencies if they include funds for the Department of Homeland Security. The White House hopes that "common sense will prevail."
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was urgently moved to a protected underground facility in Tehran. This happened due to warnings of a high probability of an attack by the United States.
President Zelenskyy met with the presidents of Lithuania and Poland in Vilnius. Energy support, strengthening air defense, Ukraine's accession to the EU, and diplomatic work were discussed.
General Zhang Youxia, a close associate of Xi Jinping, is accused of providing the US with sensitive information regarding China's nuclear program. He is also suspected of forming political cliques and abusing power.
Iran unveiled a mural in Tehran's central square, warning the US of the consequences of a military strike. This comes as American warships approach the region.
Canada will not conclude a free trade agreement with China, Prime Minister Mark Carney said. This decision was made after Donald Trump's threat to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods.
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.
Ukraine views bilateral security guarantees with the US as a key element of national security. The document is 100% ready and awaits the determination of the date and place of signing.
