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Iran announced a positive start to indirect talks with the US in Oman aimed at de-escalating tensions. Following this statement, Brent oil prices fell below $67 per barrel.
The US accused China of conducting a secret nuclear test in 2020, calling for a new arms control treaty. China denies the accusations, calling them an exaggeration of the nuclear threat.
Pope Leo XIV called for an Olympic truce at the start of the Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. He emphasized the values of fair competition and called sport "an expression of our humanity."
President Zelenskyy met with Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, discussing Ukraine's needs for air defense missiles and additional contributions to the PURL program. Estonia is considering increasing its contributions and continues to implement humanitarian projects.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the EU is ready for negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. However, the European Union will not open parallel communication channels.
The Russian "Promsvyazbank" transferred almost 5 tons of cash worth $2. 5 billion to the Central Bank of Iran. This helped Tehran maintain economic stability under US sanctions.
Indirect talks between US and Iranian officials have begun in Oman. The negotiating team is led by Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi and Trump's special envoy Witkoff.
According to the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, Chinese investments in Russia since 2022 do not exceed $17. 4 billion. Chinese investors avoid investing in sectors that could fall under secondary sanctions.
Talks between the US, Russia, and Ukraine took place in Abu Dhabi, during which the parties exchanged 314 prisoners of war. However, no progress has been made on the issue of control over Donbas.
US President Donald Trump refused to extend the New START nuclear treaty, calling it a "poorly negotiated deal. " He stated that the US is focused on creating a new, modernized treaty.
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos announced her intention to review the partnership with Turkey ahead of her visit to Ankara on February 6. Turkey is seen as an important partner due to its potential role in the Black Sea region after the war in Ukraine.
Oil prices rose more than 1% after a fall, but are heading for their first weekly decline in almost two months. Investors are focused on US-Iran talks.
The first round of diplomatic talks between the US and Iran began in Muscat on February 6. Tehran signals that the meeting is only the beginning of a long process with no quick resolution to the crisis.
About a third of the countries participating in the military AI summit agreed to regulate the use of the technology in combat. However, military giants China and the US refused to participate.
Bitcoin fell to a 16-month low, testing the key support level of $60,000. The overall cryptocurrency market has lost about $2 trillion since October.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that further US sanctions against Russia depend on negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. Washington will consider new sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet if peace talks do not yield results.
In eastern Colombia, armed individuals attacked the motorcade of Senator Jairo Castellanos, resulting in two deaths and four people missing. President Gustavo Petro ordered the arrest of those responsible, while the Minister of Defense suspects the involvement of the National Liberation Army.
The expiration of the nuclear pact between Russia and the US will effectively remove the last restrictions on the two largest nuclear arsenals for the first time in over half a century.
President Zelenskyy announced upcoming meetings regarding the end of the war, which are likely to take place in the US. Ukraine is ready for all formats that will bring peace closer.
Donald Trump claims he prevented nuclear wars between Pakistan and India, Iran and Israel, and Russia and Ukraine. He also announced the restoration of the US armed forces, including nuclear weapons, and the creation of the Space Force.
HP, Dell, Acer, and Asus are considering purchasing memory chips from Chinese manufacturers like CXMT due to the global supply crisis. This could help address rising prices and the threat to new product launches.
Donald Trump, in a Truth Social Post, expressed support for Viktor Orbán, calling him a strong leader who tirelessly fights for his country. Trump endorsed his re-election as Prime Minister of Hungary.
India's Reliance Industries has purchased 2 million barrels of Venezuelan oil from trader Vitol. This is the company's first purchase in almost a year after it stopped refining Russian oil.
Delegations from the US, Ukraine, and Russia held trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. The parties discussed ending the war, monitoring the ceasefire, and agreed on a prisoner exchange.
China maintains its nuclear forces at the minimum necessary level and will not participate in nuclear disarmament talks. Beijing expresses regret over the expiration of the New START treaty between Russia and the United States.
The US and Russia have agreed to temporarily adhere to the terms of the New START treaty for at least six months. This will occur during negotiations for a possible new nuclear treaty, ensuring stability in nuclear security.
On February 5, the New START Treaty, the last agreement limiting strategic nuclear weapons, expires. Military analyst Ivan Stupak spoke about the consequences for Ukraine and the world.
Bitcoin fell 3. 8% to $69,858, reaching its lowest level since November 2024. Over the week, Bitcoin lost almost 8%, and since the beginning of the year, almost 20%.
The United States and Russia have agreed to resume high-level military dialogue after a meeting in Abu Dhabi. This decision was made after talks between General Alexus Grynkewich and high-ranking officials from Russia and Ukraine.
Ukraine, the US, and Russia have agreed on a new round of negotiations after meetings in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy stated that details are not being disclosed due to the sensitivity of the information.