Romania will have to independently deter the enemy in case of a Russian invasion; NATO troops will only be able to help after several weeks. This was revealed by military exercises in Cincu, which focused on ground combat.
Kaja Kallas expressed concern about possible pressure on Ukraine in peace talks and emphasized the importance of reparations credits from frozen Russian assets. She also supported Ukrainian anti-corruption institutions, stressing the importance of trust during the war.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov, who heads the Ukrainian delegation during negotiations in the US, reported to President Zelenskyy on the interim results of the negotiations in Florida. Significant progress has been made, but some issues require further refinement.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Emmanuel Macron, and Keir Starmer held a conversation with Rustem Umerov and Steve Witkoff. The results of Ukraine-US negotiations in Florida were discussed, and the teams will coordinate schedules for further contacts.
The EU warns the Donald Trump administration against granting amnesty to Putin or writing off Russia's war crimes, calling it a strategic catastrophe. The EU emphasizes the need to hold Russia accountable for crimes in Ukraine and supports the creation of a tribunal.
A Land Cruiser 200 Prado belonging to a 41-year-old doctor of physical and mathematical sciences, a developer of targeting systems for long-range missiles, exploded in Moscow. The owner of the car, a specialist at the Moscow Research Institute "Polyus", is currently on a business trip.
The European Commission is actively, though not publicly, participating in peace consultations on Ukraine, maintaining constant contact with Kyiv and the United States. Brussels ensures that the EU's interests are taken into account in the discussions and supports Ukraine's sovereignty.
Indian state-owned refineries Indian Oil and Bharat Petroleum are resuming purchases of discounted Russian crude oil at around $5 a barrel. India's total purchases are unlikely to exceed 600,000 barrels per day, with payments made in UAE dirhams and US dollars.
European Council President António Costa will host an informal meeting of EU leaders on February 12 at Alden Biesen Castle, Belgium, to discuss Europe's competitiveness. The meeting will follow discussions on the European Commission's proposal for a pan-European industrial revival.
The Netherlands is providing Ukraine with a new military aid package worth 250 million euros through the PURL initiative. The funds will be used to purchase American weapons, including air defense systems and F-16 ammunition.
The meeting between Kremlin head Vladimir Putin and US President's special representative Stephen Witkoff is scheduled for December 2. This was announced by Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on constructive talks with the US in Miami, noting the presence of "difficult issues" that still need to be worked on. Further actions will be determined after the report of Ukrainian representatives returning to Europe and planned negotiations with European partners.
EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas stated that this week could be crucial for diplomacy regarding ending the war in Ukraine. This comes amid negotiations between US representatives and the Ukrainian delegation, and their trip to Moscow.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in Dublin on Tuesday. This will be the first official visit of the President and First Lady of Ukraine to Ireland.
The US and Ukraine discussed a scenario in which Ukraine would effectively be sidelined from joining NATO due to agreements between the Alliance and Russia. At the same time, Kyiv would not be forced to officially abandon its aspiration to join the alliance.
US President's Special Representative Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner are traveling to Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin. The talks between the US and Ukraine have focused on the de facto border with Russia.
US-Ukraine talks focused on defining a de facto border with Russia under a peace agreement. The meeting was difficult, but productive, with a discussion of the territorial issue.
US President Donald Trump confirmed a phone call with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro but did not provide any details. Trump also commented on his warning about closing Venezuelan airspace, stating that it was not a signal for an airstrike.
Arms sales revenues of the top 100 arms-producing companies grew by 5. 9% in 2024, reaching $679 billion. This growth is driven by the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, geopolitical tensions, and increased military spending.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. This comes amid Donald Trump's optimism about a deal to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
The Kremlin is spreading a narrative about Ukraine's imminent collapse to induce the West to capitulate, despite the vulnerabilities of the Russian war effort. Peskov's statements are part of a cognitive effort aimed at creating a false sense of urgency about Russia's victory.
After talks between the Ukrainian and American delegations in Florida, the issue of security guarantees for Kyiv remained unresolved. The issue of Russia's territorial claims regarding the territories it controls also remains unresolved.
US forces, in conjunction with the Syrian Ministry of Interior, located and destroyed over 15 ISIS weapons caches in southern Syria. The operation, which lasted from November 24 to 27, eliminated over 130 mortars, rockets, machine guns, anti-tank mines, and materials for making explosive devices.
US President Donald Trump stated that he has no deadlines for Ukraine and Russia regarding the conclusion of a peace agreement, expressing hope for successful negotiations. He also noted that Ukraine has "some difficult problems," including corruption.
President Zelenskyy announced that the Ukrainian and American delegations in Florida discussed ensuring Ukraine's sovereignty and national interests. According to him, the conversation was constructive, and the parties spoke frankly about all issues.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov reported to President Zelenskyy on the results of negotiations in the US. Kyiv has made significant progress in promoting peace and bringing positions closer with the American side.
NATO is stepping up preparations for a possible confrontation with Russia, while the US is reducing its military presence in Europe. The number of American troops has already been reduced in Romania, and similar steps are planned in Bulgaria, Slovakia, and Hungary.
Talks between Ukrainian and American delegations on a plan to end the war in Ukraine have concluded in Florida. The parties discussed long-term security guarantees for Kyiv and Russia's role in resolving the conflict.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Diplomatic issues, strengthening Ukraine's resilience, and the negotiation process to end the war were discussed.
US and Ukrainian delegations met in Florida to discuss the election schedule, the possibility of territorial exchange, and other outstanding issues. These negotiations are key to agreeing on the proposed peace deal.
